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Roku Den

34 Bell St, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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34 Bell St, Torquay VIC 3228, Australia

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+61 3 5264 6190
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Roku Den

Roku Den brings vibrant Japanese cooking to Bell Street with fresh sashimi, crisp nori chicken, and slow-braised beef ribs. An open kitchen buzzes as chefs slice kingfish and ladle rich mushroom broth over agedashi tofu, while cold Sapporo flows on tap. Dietary worries vanish quickly here—a dedicated gluten-free fryer and house-made tamari soy sauce give coeliac diners rare peace of mind. Out front, an enclosed booth welcomes dogs, while inside stays warm, lively, and unhurried. Meals wind down gently over mochi and warm sake.

  • Dedicated Coeliac-Safe Fryer: A dedicated fryer and gluten-free soy sauce give coeliac diners peace of mind alongside crisp nori chicken.
  • Open Kitchen Energy: Watch chefs slice kingfish sashimi and ladle broth over agedashi tofu directly from the buzzing dining floor.
  • Dog-Friendly Enclosed Booth: An enclosed outdoor booth accommodates guests dining with dogs along Bell Street.
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The Roku Den Advantage

Why diners choose Roku Den for memorable meals in Torquay

  • Flavor-Forward Japanese Dishes Prepared to Order

    Every dish is prepared to order with fresh ingredients and inventive touches, highlighted by melt-in-the-mouth agedashi tofu and glazed beef ribs.

    The sashimi is perfection and their salads were fresh and vibrant!

    Poppy Wilson

  • Dedicated Fryer and Safe Gluten-Free Protocols

    Coeliac patrons can dine with confidence thanks to dedicated frying equipment and thorough cross-contamination awareness.

    They have separate fryer and good understanding of cross contamination safe food for us.

    S

  • Intimate Atmosphere with Visible Kitchen Craft

    Diners enjoy a warm, tranquil room complemented by thoughtful playlists and visible culinary craft from the open kitchen.

    Atmosphere was peaceful and intimate, good tunes on as well, love that you can see the chef’s making your food.

    Tilly Hopkins

  • Welcoming Setting for Solo Diners and Couples

    Front-of-house staff welcome solo visitors warmly and readily tailor menu items to suit an individual meal.

    The ambience is very cozy, warm, nice music. The chefs were all very happy and smiley and obviously loving what they were doing.

    Rachael Hofmann

  • Thoughtful Hospitality for Personal Milestones

    Special celebrations feature genuine hospitality, including surprise handwritten notes and candles to mark family milestones.

    What really touched us was the beautiful surprise they had prepared for Zara, a handwritten birthday note waiting on the table, and later in the evening, a few mochi desserts served with candles for her to blow out.

    N & N C Taylor

  • Pet-Friendly Enclosed Outdoor Seating

    Guests can relax in an enclosed outdoor booth setup that welcomes furry companions alongside great wine and food.

    I brought my dog so sat outside in the enclosed sitting area . Highly recommended their wine list is also very good.

    Sue Evans

The most celebrated signature dishes across customer reviews

  • agedashi tofu

    Highly recommend the agedashi tofu

    Nora

  • sashimi

    The sashimi is perfection and their salads were fresh and vibrant!

    Poppy Wilson

  • beef ribs

    But the dish that really made the evening was the beef rib. It’s tender, flavorful, and unforgettable.

    Poppy Wilson

  • nori fried chicken

    I actually crave for their Nori fried chicken.

    S

Other favorites

Sides, desserts, and drinks that round out the Japanese dining experience

  • mochi desserts

    a few mochi desserts served with candles for her to blow out.

    N & N C Taylor

  • seaweed salad

    The seaweed was a large serve, enough for 2 or more.

    Rachael Hofmann

  • spicy edamame beans

    spicy edamame beans

    Chilli

  • hot sake

    The hot sake was perfect with the food

    Davina Narrainen

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate dining in Torquay

  • Personalized Celebration Gestures

    For milestone birthdays, the team prepares thoughtful surprise touches including a handwritten table note and mochi desserts served with birthday candles.

  • Dedicated Coeliac Preparation Protocols

    The kitchen provides dedicated coeliac safeguards including a separate fryer and gluten-free soy sauce to ensure a safe dining experience.

  • Visible Open-Kitchen Culinary Craft

    An open kitchen layout allows diners to watch the chefs preparing dishes fresh to order in the dining room.

  • Enclosed Dog-Friendly Booth Seating

    Guests dining with their dogs can sit comfortably in the dedicated, sheltered outdoor booth space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book a table in advance?

Booking a table in advance is strongly recommended, particularly for larger groups, as the dining room fills quickly even early in the evening. Roku Den accepts reservations.

Can Roku Den safely accommodate coeliac and gluten-free diets?

Yes. Roku Den accommodates coeliacs with a dedicated separate fryer to avoid cross-contamination and provides gluten-free soy sauce, with popular items like nori fried chicken prepared safely.

Is outdoor seating dog-friendly?

Yes. Roku Den features an enclosed outdoor seating booth where diners are welcome to bring dogs.

Is parking available near the restaurant?

Street parking on Bell Street can get tight during busy shop hours, though visitors typically find spots along the strip without long delays. Free street parking and free parking lot options are available nearby.

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