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Shoten Sushi and Grocery

324A Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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324A Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia

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+61 3 9964 1848
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shoten Sushi and Grocery

Part Japanese grocer, part takeaway sushi counter, this Glen Huntly Road stop cuts the trek across town for sashimi-grade fish and home cooking essentials. Shelves carry authentic seasonings, sauces, and hard-to-find gluten-free gyoza wrappers right alongside curated zakka lifestyle goods. Order a chirashi bowl at the counter or watch the chefs assemble fresh party platters to take straight home.

  • Fresh Sushi Counter: Sashimi-grade cuts, made-to-order sushi platters, and chirashi bowls prepared fresh for takeaway.
  • Specialty Pantry & Dietary Staples: Authentic Japanese seasonings, sauces, and hard-to-find textured gluten-free noodles and gyoza wrappers.
  • Local Japanese Grocer & Zakka: A curated collection of Japanese home goods and pantry staples right on Glen Huntly Road.
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Why Choose Shoten Sushi and Grocery

Discover why locals choose Shoten for fresh sushi counter classics and authentic Japanese specialty groceries.

  • Fresh Sushi Counter Meets Full Japanese Pantry

    Customers can order fresh sashimi and sushi platters prepared on-site while picking up hard-to-find authentic Japanese seasonings and pantry items in one trip.

    Have all the essentials and some high end sauces. Of course their sushi too. Only took them 20 mins to prepare a large platter.

    Sheri

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Japanese Staples

    Specialized curation provides hard-to-find textured Asian dietary staples like gluten-free gyoza, noodles, and dumpling wrappers that are absent from typical grocers.

    They stock a nice variety of products including gluten free noodles, dumpling wrappers and gyoza that actually have good texture

    Thimbles

  • Local Neighborhood Convenience in Elsternwick

    Local residents and families save significant travel time by accessing Tokyo-grade ingredients and fresh sashimi right in Elsternwick instead of trekking to distant hubs.

    They have a wide range of Japanese products and ingredients that I usually had to go all the way to South Yarra for, but now I don’t need to anymore.

    Co M

  • Access to Sashimi-Grade Fish Close to Home

    Having sashimi-grade raw fish and authentic Japanese household cooking items locally fulfills home-cooking needs without leaving the area.

    Been wanting to be able to get sashimi grade fish as well and they have a good selection at decent prices.

    Pao Ying Xin

  • Welcoming In-Store Hospitality and Atmosphere

    Shoppers experience the welcoming warmth of attentive staff and dedicated sushi chefs alongside an authentic store aesthetic.

    The staff and sushi chefs are very kind, friendly, and welcoming.

    Co M

  • Authentic Curation with Reliable Quality

    Patrons appreciate a curated retail environment where genuine imported items and fresh fish counters deliver clear value for money.

    Sashimi is super fresh and high quality and all the items in the store are very authentic. For the quality, it’s great value.

    Brodie Lynch

Customer-favourite sushi bar selections and Japanese specialty staples

  • Sushi

    we think this is the best sushi in Melbourne

    Katrina Fanjul

  • Sashimi

    Sashimi is super fresh and high quality

    Brodie Lynch

  • Chirashi Bowls

    Their Chirasi bowls are surprisingly amazing.

    Josep Kim

  • Gluten Free Gyoza

    gluten free noodles, dumpling wrappers and gyoza that actually have good texture

    Thimbles

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there dine-in seating available?

Shoten operates purely as a takeaway counter and grocery market with no dine-in seating available. Orders are packed to go.

What are the shop hours for evening takeaway?

The shop closes early at 6:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday (and 4:00 PM on Sunday), and is closed entirely on Mondays, so plan ahead if you are hoping to pick up dinner after work.

How long does it take to prepare sushi and platter orders?

While made-to-order platters can sometimes be prepared in about 20 minutes, sushi preparation times can vary and experience significant delays, so allow extra time when placing preorders.

Can I find gluten-free Japanese ingredients and groceries here?

Yes. Alongside fresh sushi, sashimi, and pantry ingredients, the shop carries specialty dietary items including gluten-free noodles, dumpling wrappers, and gyoza.

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