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WAYO Japanese Dining
286 Racecourse Rd, Flemington VIC 3031, Australia
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286 Racecourse Rd, Flemington VIC 3031, Australia
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Flemington locals head to WAYO for comforting, unpretentious Japanese home-style cooking that hits like a warm hug. Expect bouncy udon noodles in soothing broth, seasoned una don, and juicy sumibi charcoal chicken glazed in demiglace with crackling skin. Tables fill fast over foil-baked mixed mushrooms drenched in garlic miso butter and house miso soup loaded with hand-cut carrots and eggplant. If you want the matcha brûlée for dessert, get your order in early before it sells out.
- Sumibi Charcoal Grilling: Tender chicken charred over sumibi coals and topped with demiglace delivers crisp skin and rich smoke.
- Comforting Classic Staples: Bouncy udon in classic broth and seasoned eel una don anchor an unpretentious home-style lineup.
- Signature Homestyle Sides: Foil-baked Japanese mushrooms in rich garlic miso butter, plus miso soup brimming with hand-cut eggplant and carrots.
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Why Choose WAYO Japanese Dining
Authentic comfort recipes, charcoal-grilled dishes, and genuine home-cooked hospitality in Flemington
Authentic Japanese Comfort Classics
Dishes feature authentic preparation, such as classic broths, bouncy udon noodles, and sumibi charcoal cooking with crispy, flavorful finish.
Most authentic udon flavour in Melbourne.
Vivian Phan Specialty Charcoal-Grilled Mains
Traditional hot mains like chicken sumibi demiglace deliver intense charcoal notes alongside succulent grilled textures and balancing sides.
the charcoal flavour on the crispy skin was amazing!
Jess Bee Nourishing Warmth in Every Meal
Hearty meals deliver genuine nourishment, comforting broths, and familiar warmth that keep longtime diners returning regularly.
Food is like a warm hug.
Vivian Phan Homestyle Cooking Sensibility
Carefully prepared components like miso soup with hand-cut vegetables give sets an unmistakable, heartfelt home-style feeling.
The home cooked vibes are still prominent and delicious.
Jasmine (Jas.eats) Relaxed Setting for Dining with Friends
A varied menu with shareable grilled sides, rice bowls, and set meals makes it a welcoming spot for casual group dinners.
Overall, my friends and I had a pleasant dinner here.
Mandie L. Dependable Gathering Spot
Generous portions across entrees, mains, and desserts provide exceptional satisfaction when sharing a meal around the table.
Love Wayo and always bring my friends around if they want to eat something close to where I'm at.
Jasmine (Jas.eats)
Most popular items
Classic, comforting dishes made with authentic traditional Japanese flavors
Una Don
Their una don tasted really nice. The eel was beautifully seasoned. Probably the best dish we tried here.
Mandie L. Udon
Most authentic udon flavour in Melbourne.
Vivian Phan Chicken Sumibi
I had the chicken sumibi with demiglace - the charcoal flavour on the crispy skin was amazing!
Jess Bee Hamburg Steak
I got the hamburg steak and it was very flavourful and filling
Lily Zhou
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