Restaurant
Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
152 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
152 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Directions ↗*Opening hours may differ during holidays.
Book NowAbout Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
Sizzle premium wagyu and seafood to your liking at Little Bourke Street tables on 400°C volcanic lava rocks. The snug room buzzes with theatrical smoke, course-matched sakes, and Asahi poured from imported Japanese kegs. Multicourse sets pace out baked scallops and sashimi alongside the DIY sear, while the kitchen marks milestone celebrations with personalized dessert flourishes.
- Table-Side Volcanic Stonegrill: Cook cuts of wagyu beef and seafood table-side on 400°C volcanic lava slabs.
- Imported Japanese Kegs: Draft Asahi pulled from authentic taps and kegs imported directly from Japan.
- Paced Set Menus & Sake: Multi-course menus paired with sakes ranging from crisp to bold, complete with celebratory touches.
What's On at Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
Discover what sets Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill apart, from 400°C volcanic table-side grilling to attentive milestone celebrations.
Interactive Hot Volcanic Stonegrill Cooking
Diners take charge of grilling premium wagyu beef and seafood right at their table on volcanic lava stones heated to 400°C, ensuring every cut is cooked to their exact preferred doneness.
You get to grill the wagyu yourself on a 400°C hot stone, so you can control the doneness exactly how you like it.
Parrati Merzat Dramatic Table-Side Culinary Theatre
Courses arrive with dramatic flair, from dry-ice displays around fresh sashimi to tabletop torching and stone-sizzled wagyu, turning dinner into culinary theatre.
The way the food is plated and seeved here has real theatre whether it’s the hot stone sizzling plate bought out in front of you or the sashimi with the dry ice.
Paul Harrison Personalized Hospitality for Celebrations
Milestone gatherings like anniversaries and birthdays are met with dedicated hospitality, bespoke touches, and celebratory desserts that make guests feel truly special.
We were made to feel particularly special, when the presentation of our dessert acknowledged the celebration of our wedding anniversary.
Shireen Accommodating Staff for Special Occasions
Whether organizing a surprise birthday dinner or a lively gathering, the floor team goes out of their way with thoughtful, welcoming service and custom surprises.
i was brought here as a surprise dinner for my birthday and it was the best place i could ever wish for. the staff were extremely accomodating and were only too happy to have us.
Charli Boyd Generous Multi-Course Set Menus
Carefully orchestrated multi-course wagyu and seafood sets arrive fully portioned and satisfying, leaving diners comfortably full with complete value for money.
My recommendation is to go the set menu there’s a lot of food and it’s great value for the full experience.
Brad Imported Japanese Keg Asahi on Tap
Unlike venues serving regionally licensed contract beer, Ishiya serves draft Asahi tapped from authentic kegs imported directly from Japan for a crisp, genuine taste.
Also loved the asahi beer on tap. The tap and keg are from Japan as opposed to a lot of Japanese beer which is brewed in Thailand and the taste of the asahi beer here was sensational.
Paul Harrison
Most popular items
Signature dishes and interactive favorites cooked over volcanic lava stone
Scallops
The scallops were exceptional - I’m usually not a big fan, as I often find them mediocre at most places (especially when paired with cheese), but these were perfectly flavoured.
mia duong Sashimi
The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and the wagyu was of high quality, melting on my tongue exactly as it should.
mia duong Wagyu beef on hot stone
You get to grill the wagyu yourself on a 400°C hot stone, so you can control the doneness exactly how you like it.
Parrati Merzat Wagyu omurice
The wagyu omurice was next-level — they torch the wagyu on top of the fluffy omelette, and it’s pure perfection!
Fooodnom
Other favorites
Complementary drinks, starters, and desserts to complete your stonegrill feast
Asahi beer on tap
Also loved the asahi beer on tap. The tap and keg are from Japan as opposed to a lot of Japanese beer which is brewed in Thailand and the taste of the asahi beer here was sensational.
Paul Harrison Cucumber & Melon mocktail
Highly recommend their mocktails, especially the Cucumber & Melon—it was super refreshing.
Liu Hattie Warabi mochi with hand-whisked hojicha sauce
And to finish off, the warabi mochi with hand-whisked hojicha sauce was the perfect ending.
Fooodnom Fried chicken
We had the kids with us and they loved the fried chicken and also the dumplings.
Paul Harrison
Beyond the menu
Attentive culinary touches and thoughtful hospitality at Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill
Commemorative Celebration Platters
Milestone dinners are acknowledged with personalized dessert presentations and birthday treats tailored for guests celebrating anniversaries and birthdays.
Volcanic Stonegrill Tableside Cooking
Diners grill premium wagyu cuts and seafood at the table using 400°C volcanic lava rocks with house-matched sauces and butter.
Bespoke Set Menu Dietary Adjustments
The kitchen accommodates specific dietary requirements within multi-course group sets by making customized dish substitutions.
Theatrical Presentation Details
Sashimi arrives bathed in theatrical dry ice vapor, accompanied by dramatic tableside touches like blowtorched wagyu omurice.
Before you head over
Practical advice on set menu ordering, space navigation, and milestone dining.
Order Set Menus for Generous Portions
Opt for multi-course set menus (such as Set 2 for two) rather than ordering everything à la carte; sets provide generous portions of premium cuts, sides, and fried rice that leave diners completely full.
Plan Around Cosy Floor Space
The dining room has a snug, cozy layout with narrow spacing between tables, presenting practical mobility constraints for prams or wheelchair access.
Notify Staff for Milestone Celebrations
Mention milestone occasions like birthdays or wedding anniversaries ahead of time; the team frequently accommodates special dessert acknowledgments and personalized celebration treats.
Explore more places in Melbourne
Find familiar flavours, neighbourhood favourites and somewhere new in Melbourne.
Similar places
More places for the flavours and food you enjoy.
- Shou SumiyakiMelbourne · Japanese, Restaurant
- Shira Nui Japanese RestaurantGlen Waverley · Japanese, Restaurant
- Hakata Gensuke Tonkotsu RamenMelbourne · Japanese, Restaurant
- UMINONOPrahran · Japanese, Restaurant
- Chooka’sBrunswick · Japanese, Restaurant
- YakimonoMelbourne · Japanese, Restaurant
Discover more in Melbourne
Explore another side of the city's food and drink.
- Hunky Dory Fish & Chips Templestowe LowerTemplestowe Lower · Fish & Chips, Restaurant, Takeaway
- Sun & Mei Chinese and Thai RestaurantMornington · Chinese, Restaurant
- House of Banh Mi - Dandenong SouthDandenong South · Vietnamese, Restaurant, Sandwich Shop
- La Petite TourBox Hill · Ice Cream, Dessert
- Berlin BarMelbourne · Cocktail, Cocktail Bar
- Warburton Village Pizza CafeWarburton · Coffee, Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian, Cafe, Restaurant
- Banksia Restaurant MelbourneCaulfield North · Modern Australian, Restaurant
- Steakhouse Grill 66 DocklandsDocklands · Restaurant, Cafe
- Code Black Coffee Flinders LaneMelbourne · Cafe
- Mile End BagelsFitzroy · Bagel, Shop
- Sandwich King CafeHastings · Coffee, Cafe
- Mr & Mrs BanhmiHawthorn · Vietnamese, Sandwich Shop, Restaurant
