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Sozai Restaurant

1221 High St, Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

Recommended by 13 people

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1221 High St, Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

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+61 3 9824 8200
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 4:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sozai Restaurant

Step into this understated Armadale dining room for knife-sharp sashimi and handmade maki crafted straight to order. Neighbours drop in for casual counter rolls or settle into the spacious ground-floor tables over beef eye fillet teriyaki and crisp prawn tempura. Sushi arrives paired with real freshly grated wasabi instead of commercial horseradish paste—an attention to detail that extends to thoughtful gluten-free adjustments without prompting. Between the quiet two-level setting and generous tuna platters, it delivers the unhurried comfort of an authentic neighborhood izakaya.

  • Authentic Wasabi: Sushi arrives paired with genuine grated wasabi rather than packaged reconstituted paste.
  • Thoughtful Dietary Care: Staff proactively suggest gluten-free modifications and serve sauces on the side for celiac diners.
  • Dual-Level Dining: Operates across two levels, featuring an accessible ground floor with spacious tables.
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Why Dine at Sozai Restaurant

Why Armadale diners choose Sozai for fresh Japanese dining and genuine hospitality

  • Handmade Sushi with Authentic Wasabi

    Fresh sushi is served alongside genuine grated wasabi instead of conventional reconstituted horseradish paste.

    The sushi was excellent, complete with authentic wasabi (instead of the package horseradish stuff).

    Hoang Cat

  • Generous Fresh Sashimi Sets

    Generous sushi and sashimi lunch combinations are prepared with notably fresh seafood and paired with traditional miso soup.

    Got the sushi/sashimi set which was very generous, and fresh. It was very filling and left the place feeling satisfied.

    B H

  • Intimate "Midnight Diner" Ambience

    The dining room delivers an intimate, unhurried atmosphere reminiscent of classic neighborhood Japanese eateries.

    It brought to mind the cozy vibe of "Midnight Diner", which we loved.

    Jojo Kat

  • Accessible Ground-Floor Dining

    The restaurant spans two levels, featuring a ground-floor dining room with wide tables that conveniently accommodates patrons with limited mobility.

    We were on the ground floor which had a nice ambience and generously sized tables.

    Ian W

  • Thoughtful Gluten-Free Accommodation

    Staff take initiative to protect dietary needs by offering gluten-free sauces on the side before being prompted.

    they even served some of our dishes with sauce on the side so our gluten free friend could still eat them (their suggestion without us asking.

    Alex White

  • Warm and Attentive Hospitality

    Guests enjoy peaceful meals served by polite, attentive team members who ensure food arrives promptly.

    staff were very friendly and polite as well as quick to bring food out.

    Kurt Vierneusel

Signature sushi, sashimi, and kitchen favorites loved by regulars

  • Sushi and sashimi platter

    Got the sushi/sashimi set which was very generous, and fresh.

    B H

  • Beef eye fillet teriyaki

    The fillet beef teriyaki has us returning again and again.

    Tracy

  • Prawn tempura

    My favorite was the prawn tempura dish.

    Priscilla Li

  • Spicy prawn tempura maki

    Spicy tempura prawn rolls are a must-have.

    Rhythm Gupta

Other favorites

Complementary rolls, sides, and traditional Japanese accompaniments

  • Miso soup

    Best nasuden and miso anywhere.

    Christopher Blackwell

  • Tempura vegetables

    Tempura vegetables and agedashi tofu are also great options.

    Miles D

  • Futomaki

    If you’re vego, I highly recommend the futomaki and washing it down with a cold Sapporo.

    Estella Corvini

  • Smoked eel temaki

    smoked eel twmaki, which were made right in front of me on the spot and tasted amazing.

    Yulia Odegova

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and attentive hospitality at Sozai Restaurant

  • Authentic Wasabi Accompaniment

    Accompanies sushi with real, authentic wasabi rather than packaged horseradish paste.

  • Proactive Coeliac Care

    Proactively adapts dishes and suggests serving sauces on the side so coeliac and gluten-free diners can enjoy meals without worry.

  • Made-to-Order Counter Prep

    Prepares fresh maki and temaki rolls to order right in front of guests at the counter.

  • Ground Floor Mobility Accommodation

    Features a split-level layout where ground floor seating accommodates diners with mobility considerations with generously sized tables.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, transport, and accessibility for your visit to Sozai Restaurant.

  • Take the Tram for Hassle-Free Arrival

    Street parking along High Street can be fierce; taking the tram that stops directly outside the venue is a smoother alternative.

  • Drop In for a Quiet Late Lunch

    For an intimate, quiet meal without crowds, visit between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM during late lunch service.

  • Opt for Ground-Floor Seating

    Guests with mobility considerations can comfortably dine on the ground floor, which features generous table spacing and just a single small step at entry.

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