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Yakikami

150 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

Recommended by 43 people

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150 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 3 9989 9312
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yakikami

South Yarra’s high-end dining strip has a charcoal heavyweight—Yakikami delivers smoky binchotan grill theater and moody booth seclusion. The room pairs a reflective bar and mirrored ceilings with booths hidden behind heavy curtains for quiet dates, alongside counter stools stationed right before the coals. While skewers get their kiss of smoke, regulars know the raw bar and kitchen courses rival the grill: smooth snow crab chawanmushi, ora king salmon carpaccio, and rich, simmering chicken broth ramen. If you want crunch on the side, add an order of crisp karaage chicken.

  • Binchotan Grill Theater: Chefs grill skewered A5 wagyu and yakitori over open coals right before counter seating.
  • Curtained Booth Seclusion: Heavy curtains enclose private dining booths for quiet dates and milestone celebrations.
  • Beyond the Skewers: Multi-course dining pairs charcoal skewers with snow crab chawanmushi, salmon carpaccio, and rich chicken broth.
  • Accessible Lunch Sets: Charcoal-grilled hamburg steak sets offer a daytime gateway to the kitchen's craft.
RestaurantJapaneseRestaurantCocktail BarFine Dining

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Why Diners Choose Yakikami

Discover why diners choose Yakikami for intimate date nights, milestone celebrations, and high-energy counter dining.

  • Front-Row Counter Grill Theatre

    Guests looking for culinary craft can sit along the counter directly facing the live Binchotan and Josper charcoal stations to watch each skewer prepared.

    We were seated at the counter which was great to see all the actions at the grilling station.

    Ainz (ainz_gourmet)

  • Curated Multi-Course Tasting Journeys

    Multi-course omakase offerings combine delicate raw sashimi and seasonal seafood courses alongside charcoal-seared robatayaki skewers.

    We went for the 8-course set menu for my partner’s birthday and it was outstanding from start to finish.

    Mark Ritchie

  • Secluded Curtained Booths for Date Nights

    Private dining booths tucked behind heavy drapery provide a secluded, ambient enclosure ideal for date nights and quiet conversation.

    booths hidden behind heavy curtains offer an incredible level of moody intimacy.

    Eouea eats

  • Intimate Milestone Celebrations

    The venue accommodates milestone anniversaries and birthdays with attentive pacing and personalized hospitality in intimate booth settings.

    We got the cosy booth seating towards the back which made the whole experience even better.

    Kia Aziz

  • Precision Binchotan Charcoal Grilling

    Skewers such as M9+ Wagyu and chicken yakitori receive a distinct charcoal finish over traditional binchotan coals.

    The chicken yakitori was juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled over charcoal, giving it a nice smoky flavour.

    Sofia K

  • Accessible Charcoal-Grilled Daytime Sets

    Charcoal-grilled lunch bento and handmade wagyu hamburg sets provide an accessible daytime entry point without sacrificing grill quality.

    For $35, you can get 2 premium handmade wagyu hamburgs with rice, soup, side dishes and sauces of your choice!

    Mashi_soyo

Signature charcoal skewers, prime wagyu cuts, and fresh sashimi cuts

  • Hikiniku Wagyu Hamburg

    The hamburgs were succulent, flavourful and perfectly charred.

    Mashi_soyo

  • Deluxe Sashimi Plate

    Deluxe Sashimi Plate - freshly caught with Japanese Toro

    STEPH • MELB FOOD & TRAVEL

  • Wagyu Skewers

    Highly recommend the Wagyu skewers as they were a standout for us

    Kia Aziz

  • Chicken Yakitori Skewers

    The chicken yakitori was juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled over charcoal, giving it a nice smoky flavour.

    Sofia K

Other favorites

Sides, starters, and comforting accompaniments prepared over binchotan and simmered broths

  • Snow Crab Chawanmushi

    The Snow Crab Chawanmushi was velvet-smooth and deeply savory

    Eouea eats

  • Grilled Asparagus

    We also tried the grilled asparagus, which was simple but very well done. It had a slight char, still crisp, and was topped with seasoning that added extra texture and flavour.

    Sofia K

  • Chicken Broth Ramen

    the rich Chicken Broth Ramen delivered deep, comforting flavors

    Eouea eats

  • Mitarashi Dan-go

    Mitarashi Dan-go - glutinous rice skewers, sweet and savoury, never had anything like it!

    STEPH • MELB FOOD & TRAVEL

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service touches and dining details that elevate the experience

  • Adaptive Dish Pacing

    Floor staff monitor the pace of your table and offer to slow down dish pacing if plates accumulate, keeping multi-course dining relaxed and unhurried.

  • Counter Chef Engagement

    Counter seating places diners directly in front of the binchotan and Josper stations with interactive, energetic chef engagement throughout the meal.

  • Custom Cocktail Profiles and Milestone Toasts

    Bartenders tailor drink profiles to specific diner taste requests on the spot, complete with complimentary celebratory toast shots for milestone events.

  • Heavy-Curtained Private Booths

    Booths concealed behind heavy draping create secluded, moody alcoves designed for quiet date-night conversation away from the bustling room.

Before you head over

Essential advice on seating selection, menu balance, and lunch specials for your visit.

  • Match Your Seating to the Occasion

    For secluded date nights and celebrations, reserve the curtained booths at the back, or opt for counter seating if you prefer watching the live charcoal grilling action.

  • Balance Skewers with Raw Bar Highlights

    While charcoal skewers anchor the grill concept, diners highly recommend including non-skewer raw bar plates, nigiri, and chawanmushi across your courses.

  • Try the Charcoal Lunch Sets

    If you want the signature Josper-grilled charcoal experience at an accessible price point, visit during lunch for the $35 wagyu hamburg set menus.

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