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Sushi 8

154 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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154 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

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+61 3 5229 3660
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sushi 8

This Ryrie Street staple delivers Tokyo-style comfort food with swift counter service and zero pretension. Locals count on the kitchen for affordable lunch bento boxes and packed sushi rolls—rolled fresh on demand even when the display window runs empty. Beyond the quick takeaway trade, a simple dining room sits tucked behind the counter, while an upstairs function space accommodates group lunches with beer and platters. At the table, tender gyu tataki arrives with raw egg yolk stirred straight into rich soy sauce alongside bowls of hot miso.

  • Rolled to Order: Rolls are rolled on demand upon request even if not displayed in the window counter.
  • Upstairs Function Room: A dedicated second-floor room accommodates group lunches and casual private events.
  • Affordable Lunch Sets: Budget-friendly bento boxes and hand rolls provide fast lunchtime meals in central Geelong.
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Why Choose Sushi 8

Handmade Japanese classics, cozy hole-in-the-wall charm, and upstairs private dining in Geelong

  • Custom, Made-to-Order Freshness

    Dishes and sushi rolls are made freshly to order rather than sitting pre-packaged, accommodating custom preferences even during closing time or when not in the window.

    kid loved that things were made to order

    Dennis Cindric

  • Affordable Midday Bento and Trays

    Hearty bento boxes, sushi trays, and lunch specials offer generous portions at everyday value for quick midday breaks and dining out.

    sushi prices and bento is affordable as well for today standard

    Bong Joshua

  • Tokyo-Style Hole-in-the-Wall Atmosphere

    The cozy, unpretentious dining space captures the feel of a traditional Tokyo neighborhood eatery with authentic Japanese atmosphere.

    This reminds me of a very simple restaurant in Tokyo

    Graham Sutherland

  • Authentic Japanese Comfort Cooking

    Classic Japanese dishes from crisp tempura and house bento to teriyaki deliver authentic home-style flavors true to dining in Japan.

    I went to Japan this year, and the food served at this restaurant was on par.

    Naomi Eve

  • Upstairs Private Event Space

    A private upstairs function room provides a dedicated gathering space for casual group celebrations, birthdays, and power-lunches with drinks.

    Perfect for birthday 🎁 event or private functions upstairs

    Kim Agent Victoria

  • Informal Group Power-Lunches

    With bulk platters, bento options, and alcohol available, it serves as an easy, informal venue for group lunches and work gatherings.

    This is a particularly good venue to have a power-lunch (bulk food and beer) with friends or colleagues.

    Dan

Customer favorites and signature Japanese dishes made fresh in Geelong

  • Bento

    It tastes absolutely amazing especially their bento was awesome, sushi prices and bento is affordable as well for today standard.

    Bong Joshua

  • Spicy Tuna Roll

    Must try spicy tuna roll and bento set.

    Dessery Koh

  • Chef’s Special

    The Chef’s Special is truly unmatched—each bite is a masterpiece, and it’s hands down my favorite sushi dish anywhere.

    Jamie Upward

  • Salmon Chilli Rolls

    Loved the salmon chilli rolls and the kid loved that things were made to order and they could have no mayo.

    Dennis Cindric

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and personalized dining touches at Sushi 8

  • Off-Window Custom Rolling

    Staff readily assemble customized rolls upon request—even when items are absent from the window or after counters have begun packing down.

  • Platter Customization to Taste

    Guests can request tailored platter proportions, such as adjusting a 31-piece mixed prawn and salmon platter to be exclusively salmon.

  • Private Upstairs Function Room

    A dedicated upstairs private function area accommodates informal birthday events and group lunches above the compact dining room.

  • Personal Family Recognition

    Longstanding shopkeepers remember regular families, inquiring after relatives who are not present during their visits.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on ordering custom rolls, navigating seating, and visiting central Geelong.

  • Ask for Custom Rolls Off the Window

    If your favorite roll or combination is not displayed in the front window counter, ask the team—they routinely prepare rolls and custom platters to order on the spot.

  • Plan Ahead for Group Seating Upstairs

    The venue features a cozy, compact ground-floor dining room that fills up quickly at peak hours, but offers an upstairs private function space for larger group gatherings or birthdays.

  • Account for Central CBD Parking

    Located along Ryrie Street in the central Geelong shopping corridor, street parking can be tight during peak lunch windows, so allow extra time to find a CBD bay when visiting.

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