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Miku Japanese Dining

298 Blackburn Rd, Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

Recommended by 57 people

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298 Blackburn Rd, Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

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+61 3 9841 4822
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Miku Japanese Dining

Skip the trek into the city—Miku Japanese Dining delivers pristine nigiri and seasonal sashimi straight to Doncaster East. Snag a seat at the sushi counter to let the chef steer the course, slicing imported otoro and buttery uni while detailing the day’s market catch. Prefer a spread? Multicourse teishoku trays land packed with silky chawanmushi, crisp sides, and sashimi. Cap the meal with a warm pour of mokkiri overflowing the wooden masu.

  • Chef-Led Counter Omakase: Counter seats offer chef-guided tastings with premium cuts like otoro and uni, complete with seafood provenance notes.
  • Ryokan-Style Teishoku Sets: Multicourse dinner boxes come structured ryokan-style with steamed chawanmushi egg, sashimi, and rotating sides.
  • Japanese Grocery Corner: In addition to dine-in sushi and bento sets, browse authentic Japanese pantry items and retail goods right inside.
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The Miku Japanese Dining Advantage

Why diners choose Miku Japanese Dining for authentic sushi, teishoku, and counter omakase in Doncaster East

  • Authentic Sushi & Well-Seasoned Rice

    Miku prepares authentic sushi and nigiri using well-seasoned white vinegar sushi rice and fresh cuts such as king salmon and alfonsino that rival CBD standards.

    My personal favourite? Their sushi rice is incredible - I think it's better than a lot of highly rated Japanese restaurants in the CBD.

    Clement Lee

  • Ryokan-Style Multi-Dish Teishoku Sets

    Complete teishoku meals recreate traditional Japanese ryokan dining with an abundance of side dishes, including steamed egg chawanmushi, sashimi, and daily specials.

    If you’re like me and been craving a traditional teishoku meal set, like you’ve had at a Japanese Ryokan, then do yourself a favour and order one here!

    Daniel Mifsud

  • Interactive Chef's Counter Omakase

    Guests sitting at the counter bar receive a tailored omakase experience with chefs explaining seafood provenance, seasonal timing, and serving specialty items.

    Counter bar is the best spot. The Chef is very friendly and explains what type of fish, where the fish from and when is in season.

    Weyna Keys

  • Sushi Bar Craftsmanship & Custom Requests

    Diners at the bar enjoy an up-close look at the chef's culinary craftsmanship paired with custom requests and off-menu delicacies like otoro.

    Was able to sit on the bar and watch the chefs do their craftsmanship, and then enjoyed a delicious plate of fresh and lovingly prepared sashimi and nigiri.

    Helen L

  • Suburban Relief for High-Grade Japanese Dining

    Local eastern suburb residents enjoy Tokyo-grade seafood and rare Japanese fish market imports without having to travel into the city center.

    Compliments to the sushi chefs behind the counter, it was so refreshing after having so many 'average' meals across Melbourne.

    Bin Bon BAM

  • Attentive, Neighborhood Hospitality

    The welcoming family management fosters a familiar neighborhood haven where regulars are known by name and greeted with genuine care.

    Clearly well known in the neighbourhood, she knows most of the customers by name. Definitely would come back again.

    Veronica W

Customer-favorite chef selections, fresh sashimi platters, and hearty sets

  • Omakase

    We had Omakase and no regret with Chef’s Recommendation.

    Weyna Keys

  • Sushi and Sashimi Platter

    We sushi and sashimi platter which has so many different varieties and refresh!

    villie pong

  • Beef Rib Bento Box

    The beef rib bento box is my absolute favourite dish and it came with so many things like the steamed egg, sashimi, potato salad, green tea mochi style dessert and more..

    Vikki Vu

  • Miku Udon

    Miku's signature Miku Udon is a must-try! The broth is incredibly flavorful and rich, making it well worth the slightly higher price tag.

    Minzy Kang

Other favorites

Complement your meal with house side dishes, traditional sweets, and Japanese sake

  • Special Chawanmushi

    Special Chawanmushi, special fish, etc.

    Weyna Keys

  • Tempura

    Tempura is a must to order, the quality is as close as Kenzan fine dining in Melbourne city.

    Eric Chang

  • Strawberry Daifuku

    Also don’t forget the freshly made strawberry and durian daifukus!!

    Veronica W

  • Mokkiri

    If you are sake lover, you must order Mokkiri (pour sake overflow to masu).

    Eric Chang

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and dining touches experienced at Miku Japanese Dining

  • Chef-Led Counter Guidance

    Guests dining at the counter receive direct guidance from the chef, who shares details on seafood origin, seasonality, and off-menu imports like otoro directly from Japanese fish markets.

  • Thoughtful Celebration Care

    For large family birthday bookings, the team accommodates last-minute guest adjustments, lets young toddlers eat free on set menus, and stores and portions celebratory cakes brought by guests.

  • Elaborate Multicourse Side Dishes

    Traditional teishoku sets and bento boxes arrive with an extensive selection of side dishes, including steamed egg chawanmushi, fresh sashimi, fried sides, and house mochi desserts.

  • In-House Japanese Grocery Retail

    Alongside table dining, the venue features a curated Japanese grocery section stocked with imported authentic retail items.

Before you head over

Practical ordering and visit guidance for dining at Miku Japanese Dining

  • Request Chef-Led Omakase at the Counter

    Sit at the sushi counter and ask the chef for omakase or off-menu chirashi; sharing your budget lets them select premium seasonal cuts like otoro and uni.

  • Order Teishoku Bento Sets for Full Spreads

    Opt for dinner sets or bentos to experience ryokan-style multicourse dining complete with chawanmushi, fresh sashimi, and house-made dessert.

  • Use Rear Parking & Arrange Group Requests

    Take advantage of dedicated parking behind the restaurant, and contact the team in advance for dietary requests, large group bookings, or cake storage.

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