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Tetsujin

295 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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295 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9663 9993
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tetsujin

Perched inside Emporium Melbourne, Tetsujin splits the room between a fast-moving sushi train up front and smokeless yakiniku grills tucked in the back. Regulars slip in for solo conveyor bites during CBD retail runs or settle into the rear dining room for tabletop barbecue sets, pairing marbled cuts with orders sent over from the sushi line. Platters feature generous wagyu spreads and an eight-marinade pork belly run spanning wine, ginseng, and curry miso over the grates.

  • Dual-concept dining floor: A front conveyor belt handles solo sushi runs, while the rear dining room serves tabletop barbecue with sushi ordered straight to the grill.
  • Tabletop barbecue selections: Platters range from marbled Wagyu sets to eight-flavour pork belly seasoned in wine, ginseng, and hot pepper.
  • Ventilated skyline room: Smokeless ventilation keeps the back room clear, paired with elevated views over the Melbourne CBD skyline.
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Why Choose Tetsujin

Discover why diners choose Tetsujin for conveyor sushi and tabletop Japanese barbecue under one roof.

  • Combined Sushi and BBQ Dining

    Guests seated in the dedicated barbecue area can simultaneously order fresh conveyor sushi plates alongside table-grilled meats on a combined bill.

    love how you can enjoy the best of both worlds here - sushi and Japanese bbq!

    Jenny and Jeremy “JJ”

  • Generous Multicut Barbecue Sets

    Generous tasting sets come bundled with rice, edamame, and complementary sides, providing substantial volume and satisfaction without inflated bills.

    We had the wagyu set for two and the portion was very generous, with four different cuts plus salad, edamame, rice and sides.

    Jesse

  • Accessible Emporium Shopping Break

    Positioned on Level 4 of Emporium Melbourne with direct street or lift access, the venue provides a quick lunch retreat during central city shopping trips.

    If you’re after Japanese flavours during your city shopping break, Tetsujin has you covered.

    Munchingtons in Melbourne

  • Comfortable Solo Counter Dining

    The front conveyor layout features individual counter seating and digital tablet ordering tailored for quick, frictionless solo visits.

    it’s also good for solo like me for can sit at the train as a solo comfortably

    Hannah Burt

  • Eight-Flavor Marinated Pork Belly

    A unique multi-marinade barbecue platter delivers eight distinct flavor profiles, ranging from wine and ginseng to curry miso and hot pepper.

    The pork belly set was beautifully presented, and the 8 different flavours were absolutely delicious!

    Mai Hua

  • Premium Wagyu with CBD Skyline Views

    Diners enjoy premium marbled Nagasaki A5 and Australian MB9+ cuts paired with expansive city skyline views and effective smokeless table ventilation.

    Stunning CBD views, beautiful presentation, and a great variety of meats, sushi, and sides.

    Oleen J

Signature grilled sets and standout wagyu creations

  • Pork Belly Set

    The pork belly set was beautifully presented, and the 8 different flavours were absolutely delicious!

    Mai Hua

  • Wagyu BBQ Set

    We came for the wagyu BBQ set for two and it was worth it. The platter came with a nice mix of different cuts

    Daisy Guo

  • Wagyu MB9+ Katsu Sando

    Wagyu MB9+ Katsu Sando was definitely a highlight — tender, juicy and beautifully presented.

    Ling Xin

  • Wagyu Yukke

    My favourite dish is the Wagyu yukhoe. Its honestly amazing.

    Honest

Other favorites

Appetizers, hot dishes, and savoury sides complementing the main dining experience

  • Pork Gyoza

    pork gyoza with crispy lace

    Miss Culinaryy

  • Tebasaki Fried Chicken

    tebasaki fried chicken with sweet garlic sauce & mayo

    Miss Culinaryy

  • Nasu Dengaku

    nasu gengaku (egg plant) served with momidare sauce. Surprisingly everything else was equally amazing and definitely worth a try!

    Miss Culinaryy

  • Foie Gras Chawanmushi

    Foie Gras Chawanmushi, which was smooth, delicate and full of umami.

    Ling Xin

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering, seating, and booking at Emporium Melbourne

  • Sit in the Back BBQ Section to Order Both Concepts

    If your group wants both Japanese barbecue and sushi, request a table in the back dining room so you can order both grilled sets and sushi from the menu simultaneously.

  • Order Nigiri Directly via Tablet

    For maximum freshness and customized saucing, order nigiri and hot dishes directly from the digital tablet rather than picking plates off the rotating conveyor belt.

  • Reserve Ahead for Tabletop BBQ and City Views

    If you plan to have yakiniku at peak dining hours or want prime CBD skyline views without a wait, reserve your barbecue table in advance.

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