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Tsuru Japanese Restaurant

1/27 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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1/27 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9080 7884
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tsuru Japanese Restaurant

Tsuru swaps rigid omakase counters for private booths and an unhurried, multi-course Japanese rhythm on Little Collins Street. Diners settle in under dim lights for an intimate lineup that balances clean sashimi with rich hot dishes—from King Crab nabemono simmering in flavorful broth to tender Kagoshima wagyu sukiyaki and signature foie gras wagyu rice. Walk-ins can drop by for fresh kaisen chirashi lunch sets, while evening guests linger over yakimono courses and delicate seasonal platters.

  • Hot Pot & Wagyu Feasts: Multi-course menus feature king crab hot pots, Kagoshima wagyu sukiyaki, and rich foie gras wagyu rice alongside seasonal sashimi.
  • Booth Dining for Date Nights: Cozy private booths and understated service create an unhurried, romantic setting suited for celebrations.
  • Walk-In Friendly Lunches: City workers and spontaneous diners can walk in for daytime seafood chirashi sets and sushi trays without advance booking.
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The Tsuru Experience

Why diners choose Tsuru for intimate multi-course evenings and seamless city lunches

  • Luxury Hot Pot & Wagyu Omakase Courses

    Tsuru pairs delicate fresh sashimi and sushi courses with rich hot cooked features, including tender A5 Kagoshima Wagyu sukiyaki and King Crab nabemono.

    The A5 Kagoshima Wagyu sukiyaki was outstanding – incredibly tender, almost melts in your mouth, with a rich and flavorful broth

    ヒトミン

  • An Unrushed, Deliberate Dining Pace

    Courses are paced to allow guests to linger over multi-course selections without theatrical rush or noisy distractions.

    Nothing is rushed, nothing is loud and everything deserves to be savoured.

    Regaleatsmelb

  • Intimate Booths & Romantic Ambiance

    The dining room combines romantic cherry blossom accents and cozy private booths, creating an intimate backdrop for anniversaries and date nights.

    Nestled in a stylish and romantic setting with cozy private booths, Tsuru offers an unforgettable dining experience.

    Katie Goldberg

  • Refined Hospitality Without Pretension

    Attentive staff explain courses thoroughly while ensuring the atmosphere stays warm, welcoming, and free from stuffy formality.

    Staff explained each dish carefully and made the whole dining experience feel refined and enjoyable without being overly formal.

    Tony Chan

  • High-End Chirashi for Workday Lunches

    For midday city diners, fresh kaisen chirashi sets provide top-tier seafood quality that fits smoothly into a workday lunch break.

    I especially loved their just updated lunch menu-Chirashi Bowl; it was so fresh and delicious, making it the perfect lunch choice during the workday

    Miranda Zhou

  • Walk-In Ease in the Heart of the CBD

    Unlike rigid counter-only omakase venues, Tsuru maintains booth seating and walk-in accessibility for high-quality spontaneous dining.

    It’s a good option if you’re in the city and want something nice without needing a booking, there was plenty of seating available for walk ins.

    Amilliah

Signature hot pots, premium wagyu creations, and fresh seasonal seafood sets

  • Foie gras wagyu rice

    their signature foie gras wagyu rice was absolutely outstanding — rich, buttery foie gras paired perfectly with the tender wagyu and fragrant Japanese rice.

    Tony Chan

  • Kaisen chirashi set

    I ordered the kaisen chirashi set and it was delicious. Everything tasted fresh, with a really good variety of seafood, and the portion was satisfying without being too heavy.

    Amilliah

  • King Crab Nabemono

    I ordered the King Crab nabemono. It did not disappoint and was absolutely amazing, it was a warm hug to the tummy.

    Monica Tieu

  • A5 Kagoshima Wagyu sukiyaki

    The A5 Kagoshima Wagyu sukiyaki was outstanding – incredibly tender, almost melts in your mouth, with a rich and flavorful broth

    ヒトミン

Other favorites

Delicate side dishes, savory soups, and sweets to complete your dining experience

  • Seafood chawanmushi

    The seafood chawanmushi was beautifully smooth and delicate, with sweet and fresh seafood inside.

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  • Nanban chicken

    We also loved the nanban chicken (crispy fried chicken topped with a rich egg tartar sauce).

    Baguette Doug

  • Clam miso soup

    The clam miso soup was beautifully presented, featuring delicate, flower-shaped tofu.

    Baguette Doug

  • Coffee Miso Caramel

    Finally, dessert was a Coffee Miso Caramel, a sublime ending to a culinary journey filled with surprises and delights.

    Katie Goldberg

Beyond the menu

Memorable details that elevate dining at Tsuru

  • Thoughtful Dietary Accommodations

    Staff thoughtfully tailor dishes around guest dietary restrictions to ensure set courses run seamlessly.

  • Birthday Cake and Celebration Surprises

    Teams assist with milestone moments by presenting guest celebration cakes and providing complimentary desserts.

  • Attentive Course Introductions

    Servers carefully introduce and explain the provenance and composition of each course across multi-course sets.

  • Cherry Blossom Setting and Private Booths

    Dinners feature themed blossom decor and intimate booth seating designed to set a romantic pace for dates and celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a reservation to dine at Tsuru?

Reservations can be made in advance, which includes options like themed cherry blossom seating, but walk-ins are also accommodated with seating often available.

What signature dishes and sets are recommended?

Popular selections include the signature foie gras wagyu rice, the A5 Kagoshima Wagyu sukiyaki, fresh sashimi and chirashi sets, and hot pots such as the King Crab nabemono. Multi-course set menus and omakase options are also available.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

The restaurant accommodates dietary requirements, with guests noting attentive and thoughtful service when communicating special dietary needs.

What is the atmosphere and seating arrangement like for special occasions?

Tsuru offers cozy private booths as well as cherry blossom-themed seating, making it well suited for romantic date nights and celebratory meals.

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