Restaurant
Niku Ou Japanese Chargrill Restaurant
9/10 108 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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9/10 108 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Sizzling tabletop grills, certified Kobe, and deeply marbled Australian Wagyu make this Bourke Street spot a premier yakiniku destination. High-end beef can be intimidating to cook, but seasoned servers take over the tongs table-side, turning delicate Matsusaka ribbons over the flames without missing a beat. Diners dropping in for anniversaries or celebratory group dinners pair the cuts with buttery truffle fried rice, fresh kingfish carpaccio, and dry-ice cocktails like the Shiso Bramble.
- Certified Rare Wagyu: Licensed Japanese Kobe and Matsusaka cuts alongside Australian Wagyu tasting sets.
- Expert Table-Side Grilling: Knowledgeable staff grill each cut directly at your table to protect premium cuts from overcooking.
- Truffle Rice & Starters: A menu rounding out the charcoal grills with kingfish carpaccio, aburi wagyu nigiri, and fragrant truffle rice.
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Why Choose Niku Ou
Certified Japanese Wagyu grilled tableside with refined hospitality in Melbourne
Masterful Tableside Grilling
Knowledgeable staff prepare rare cuts right at your grill, guaranteeing high-grade Japanese and Australian Wagyu is cooked to ideal tenderness without any guesswork.
Erin grilled the meat for us at our table, cooking every single cut to absolute perfection.
CAG Richards Guided Wagyu Tastings
Tasting sets are guided cut-by-cut with staff explaining marbling and origins, infusing authentic charcoal aroma into prime beef selections.
Every cut was beautifully marbled, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and grilled to perfection with that rich charcoal aroma that only true Japanese BBQ can achieve.
Vienna Nguyen Effortless Grilling Relief
Guests dining on expensive A5 cuts enjoy full peace of mind, relieved of the pressure of managing delicate cook times themselves.
I was grateful that she didn't judge us for not knowing how to grill the Wagyu ourselves
Lee M Pampered Milestone Hospitality
High-touch hospitality and seamless table care ensure milestone birthdays and anniversaries feel luxurious and thoroughly pampered.
absolutely amazing hospitality, always ensured we were looked after.
Jennifer Bui Licensed Kobe & Matsusaka Beef
Certified to serve rare Kobe beef alongside premium Matsusaka cuts, giving diners access to world-renowned Japanese culinary standards.
If you’re looking for an elevated yakiniku experience featuring authentic Japanese Kobe Beef — Niku Ou is a must-visit.
Wint Shein Curated Sets with Truffle Rice & Sake
Multi-cut tasting sets are rounded out with fragrant truffle sides, fresh sashimi, and curated sake or cocktail pairings.
We paired our food with their midrange Sake, which proved to be an excellent pairing.
A. Moe
Most popular items
Signature Wagyu cuts and curated specialties expertly grilled tableside
Truffle & Mushroom Rice
the famous Truffle & Mushroom Rice
Wint Shein Matsusaka Beef
Highly recommend you guys to order the additional Matsusaka beef, in any cut you like, to enhance your taste bud to its fullest potential.
Roongrawee Eabsakul Australian Wagyu Akami Set
We had recently visited Niku Ou and tried out their Australian Wagyu Akami Set. It came with 4 varieties of wagyu cut which was curated to give your tastebuds a tantalizing experience!
Win The Foodie Deluxe A5/M9
Definitely get the Deluxe A5/M9, good to share between 2-3 people. The meat quite literally melts in your mouth.
Jennifer Bui
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality and tableside touches that elevate the yakiniku dining experience.
Tableside Masterclass & Precision Grilling
Staff handle the grilling directly at the table, taking time to explain cut profiles like Matsusaka versus Australian Wagyu and ensuring high-grade cuts reach ideal doneness.
Dramatic Dry-Ice Cocktail Presentations
Cocktails such as the Shiso Bramble are served with dramatic dry-ice presentations to accompany multi-course yakiniku sets.
Paced Table Service & Dish Introductions
Dining pace is supported by proactive plate changes between courses and staff who walk guests through each cut and side dish.
Specialty Truffle & Rare Sashimi Pairings
Sets can be complemented with specialty dishes like fragrant truffle fried rice and sashimi selections including duck fish and surf clams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you grill the meat yourself, or does the staff cook it for you?
Staff frequently assist with or handle grilling directly at your table to prepare high-end cuts properly, though assistance can depend on how busy the floor is and you may occasionally need to ask or monitor the grill yourself.
Do I need to make a reservation in advance?
Advance bookings are recommended, particularly when dining as a family or planning around special celebrations. While walk-ins are sometimes accommodated without a reservation depending on table availability, securing a table ahead of time helps ensure a smooth experience.
How do tasting sets work for group and couple sharing?
Sharing sets such as the Deluxe A5/M9 set are well proportioned between two to three diners, and options like the A5 & M9 Tasting Set or Australian Wagyu Akami sets are curated specifically for couples.
Can the kitchen accommodate food allergies like sesame or nuts?
The kitchen can accommodate dietary needs and common food allergies such as sesame and nuts, with diners noting attentive adjustments when communicated to the team.
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