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Ocha

3 Church St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

Recommended by 18 people

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3 Church St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

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+61 3 9853 6002
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ocha

Hawthorn regulars treat Ocha as their benchmark for contemporary Japanese dining, built on precise seafood and effortless hospitality. Counter seats at the sushi bar put knife work from chef Yasu on full display, from pristine sashimi platters to crisp whiting tempura and agedashi tofu. The dining room balances lively milestone dinners with quiet midweek catch-ups, seamlessly managing strict coeliac diets with dedicated gluten-free options. Weekdays welcome BYO bottles, promptly met with fine stemware to match plates of wasabi beef or warm matcha doughnuts.

  • Weekday BYO with fine glassware: Weekdays permit diners to bring personal wine bottles, served with proper fine glassware by attentive staff.
  • Sushi bar counter seating: Guests at the counter get a front-row view of chef Yasu and staff slicing sashimi and assembling sushi platters.
  • Coeliac and gluten-free accommodations: Attentive floor staff accommodate gluten-free and coeliac diners effortlessly across a wide range of dishes.
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Why Diners Choose Ocha

Discover why diners choose Ocha for memorable celebrations, weekday cellar pairings, and seamless dietary care.

  • Celebrated Family & Milestone Dining

    Hosts can orchestrate milestone birthdays and family gatherings knowing attentive staff will make every guest feel celebrated and accommodated.

    Not only with the staff incredibly polite and helpful, but they were very tolerant with the youngster.

    Folk Home

  • Dedicated Group Event Hosting

    Guests hosting important group events receive detailed menu coordination and dedicated floor attentiveness that leaves a lasting impression.

    Michelle's warm professional attention to detail looking after us on the day was noticed by all my friends.

    Fiona Rigg

  • Weekday Cellar Pairing & BYO

    Wine enthusiasts can pair bottles from their personal cellar with contemporary Japanese dining via weekday BYO.

    A byo is also another good reason to eat here for all who have a nice wine collection to share with friends.

    Frederic De stoop

  • Attentive Stemware for Premium Bottles

    Guests bringing prized bottles receive matching fine stemware proactively provided by knowledgeable waitstaff.

    We had some quite expensive BYO and the waitress recognised this and brought us appropriately fine glassware.

    Dean Rayner

  • Reliable Gluten-Free Accommodations

    Diners with strict gluten-free requirements can comfortably enjoy diverse Japanese dishes prepared with care and clear menu guidance.

    Two of our diners were gluten free and there were so many beautiful options, catered for with no fuss.

    Alli Carr

  • Seamless Coeliac-Safe Dining

    Coeliac guests can dine alongside family and friends with total peace of mind, backed by responsive and knowledgeable service.

    They easily catered for a coeliac diner, which was a massive plus as well.

    Luke Begg

Guest favorites and signature dishes crafted with meticulous technique

  • Sashimi

    The sashimi was so tender.

    Alli Carr

  • Tempura

    The set menus offer the full array of classics from tempura to sushi and sashimi

    J T G Nielsen

  • Agedashi tofu

    Crunchy prawn balls or agedashi tofu are a good place to start

    Paul

  • Black cod

    The black cod dish is the high light

    Lil' KYM

Other favorites

Signature desserts and crafted cocktails to complete your dining experience

  • Matcha Doughnuts

    I highly recommend the Matcha Doughnuts.

    Marcel Bennett

  • Asian banana fritter

    My favourite was without any doubt the desert - the stock standard Asian banana fritter we thought - but what came out was extraordinary.

    Dean Rayner

  • Toffee pudding

    The desserts were amazing, my wife had the toffee pudding

    Marcel Bennett

  • Gimlet cocktail

    Drinks are also delicious, especially the Gimlet cocktail, and service is professional and unobtrusive.

    Kate Cowlishaw

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches that elevate milestone dinners, personal wine pairings, and contemporary Japanese dining.

  • Curated Glassware for BYO Wine

    Guests dining with cherished vintage bottles are provided tailored, fine glassware matched to the calibre of their wine.

  • Front-Row Sushi Counter Artistry

    Guests can sit counter-side to watch Chef Yasu and his team expertly craft fresh sushi and sashimi platters in real time.

  • Seamless Coeliac and Gluten-Free Care

    Staff cater effortlessly to coeliac and gluten-free diners across the menu with dedicated care and no fuss.

  • Tailored Celebration Planning

    Dedicated coordination and attentive service ensure milestone gatherings feel warm, personal, and flawlessly orchestrated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bring your own wine (BYO)?

Yes, Ocha allows diners to bring their own wine on weekdays, and staff can provide appropriate glassware for special bottles. The restaurant is also fully licensed with its own wine, sake, and cocktail selection.

Do you need to book a table in advance?

Reserving well ahead is strongly advised, especially for peak dinner times, birthdays, and group celebrations.

Are there gluten-free and dietary options available?

Yes, the kitchen accommodates gluten-free diners and coeliacs with multiple dedicated menu options, alongside vegetarian and vegan choices.

What size sashimi platter should you order?

When ordering the sashimi platter, reviewers recommend choosing the 18-piece serving over the 12-piece plate for better satisfaction and value.

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