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Sushi Nova

Unit 8/1-3 Eastwood St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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Unit 8/1-3 Eastwood St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia

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+61 3 4343 1983
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sushi Nova

Ballarat locals make a beeline for this Eastwood Street counter for fresh sushi rolls and piping-hot comfort bowls at everyday prices. It is a no-frills, high-turnover lunch operation where crisp hand rolls sit alongside rich chicken katsu curry and sizzling bulgogi bibimbap. Space is tight and midday queues move fast—locals call ahead to grab their bentos to go or squeeze in for a side of agedashi tofu and hot miso broth.

  • Fast Japanese Staples: Rolled fresh daily, from crispy chicken to karaage maki, alongside hot chicken katsu curry and bento sets.
  • Korean-Japanese Crossover: A cross-cultural hot menu serves up bulgogi and chicken bibimbap bowls alongside traditional Japanese plates.
  • High-Turnover Lunch Counter: A quick-service takeaway hub where call-ahead pickup beats the midday rush.
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Why Choose Sushi Nova

Fresh hand rolls, comforting hot curries, and Korean bibimbap served fast at exceptional value.

  • Fast, Reliable Midday Takeaway

    Fresh sushi rolls and takeaway sets are rolled to order and ready for quick pickup during work breaks or travel through central Ballarat.

    Love this place for a quick, tasty cheap lunch.

    Matt

  • Exceptional Everyday Value

    Hearty portion sizes across bento boxes, curries, and sushi rolls deliver genuine Japanese flavours at highly accessible price points.

    Sushi Nova is great value straightforward Japanese that doesn't skimp on flavour.

    Kieren O'Riley

  • Crispy Katsu and Rich Hot Curries

    Crispy katsu chicken, rich curry sauce, and savoury miso provide comforting hot meals that leave diners deeply satisfied every visit.

    The Japanese curry with chicken katsu was so delicious.

    YL Lee

  • Japanese Staples Meet Korean Specialties

    Alongside classic hand rolls and bentos, Korean kitchen staples like stone-pot bibimbap and bulgogi deliver balanced, flavourful options.

    what they serve (whether it's a shoyu ramen or a bibimbap) is a great version of what you expect.

    Welson Charng

  • Budget-Friendly Family Dining

    Generous family-sized bento boxes and roll varieties satisfy mixed appetites and children easily without running up a large bill.

    We a family of three ate heartily for 35 dollars. A bargain.

    Anna Kryzilinski

  • Go-To Lunch Hub for Colleagues

    Conveniently located near Ballarat offices and courts, the counter setup allows co-workers to grab filling lunches together or call ahead to beat the queue.

    My colleagues and I regularly dine here as it's across from the Law Courts. The service is always great and the food is just simply amazing.

    Stephen Walter

Signature Japanese and Korean hot dishes and freshly prepared rolls

  • Bento Box

    We had the beef bento and the Chicken Katsu bento both were deliscious!!

    Caswyn McCann

  • Chicken Katsu Curry

    We got the Chicken Katsu Curry - so so good, katsu was very crispy + curry was flavourful

    Jolyn Lim

  • Bibimbap

    I highly recommend the chicken bibimbap hot pot, it's my favourite!

    Stephen Walter

  • Crispy Chicken Sushi

    The crispy chicken sushi lives up to its name. Many other shops advertise crispy chicken, but they are not!

    Anthony Perrin

Before you head over

Practical tips for beating lunch queues, securing seats, and exploring the hybrid menu.

  • Arrive Early to Secure a Table

    Seating inside is limited and lunch lines form quickly, so arrive right when doors open if you want a table.

  • Phone Ahead for Takeaway Pickup

    Skip the midday rush and long counter queues by phoning your sushi, bento, or hot food order in ahead for takeaway pickup.

  • Explore the Korean and Japanese Hot Menu

    Beyond the sushi counter, explore hot Korean crossover dishes like bulgogi bibimbap alongside Japanese bento boxes and crispy chicken katsu curry.

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