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Yokoso Izakaya Moonee Ponds

702 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

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Find Yokoso Izakaya Moonee Ponds

702 Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

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+61 3 9372 8702
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yokoso Izakaya Moonee Ponds

Step into a low-lit Moonee Ponds retreat for fresh sashimi platters, sizzling wagyu, and comforting bowls of udon. Patrons consistently praise the welcoming staff, who greet the room with a chorus of ‘Hajimemashite’ and keep water glasses topped without hovering. The izakaya setup leans into shareable plates—think crisp-fried garlic chips crowning citrusy beef tataki, buttery yakitori skewers, and comforting curry udon noodles. Evening seatings run in dedicated 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM blocks, pairing neatly with house sake or your own bottle of wine uncorked for a small fee.

  • Structured Seatings & BYO: Evenings operate across 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM sittings, with BYO wine welcomed alongside house sake options.
  • Izakaya-Style Plates: Shareable favorites include citrus-dressed beef tataki with crisp garlic chips, yakitori skewers, and fresh sashimi platters.
  • Attentive Floor Service: Guests note attentive, quick service where dropped utensils are swapped quietly and tables are kept clear.
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Why Diners Choose Yokoso Izakaya Moonee Ponds

Discover how Yokoso Izakaya pairs authentic shared dining with thoughtful service and convenient ordering.

  • Tapas-Style Plates Designed for Sharing

    Yokoso Izakaya offers an extensive selection of shareable Japanese dishes and single mains, making it easy for pairs and groups to sample diverse flavors together.

    Lots of tapas-style dishes on the menu so it is perfect for sharing.

    Ed Truong

  • Flexible Drinks and Sessional Dining for Gatherings

    Structured dinner seatings pair with an approachable drinks menu and customer BYO wine option to provide seamless, celebratory group dining.

    There is a small wine menu which is reasonably priced or you can BYO for $10 per bottle.

    Two Sheds

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    Celebrations are elevated by attentive staff members who surprise guests with personalized festive gestures during milestone meals.

    It was such a thoughtful gesture that made the evening unforgettable.

    Cindy .k

  • Thoughtful and Family-Accommodating Care

    Hospitality remains warm and accommodating for families and special occasions, with staff proactively rearranging tables to ensure complete comfort.

    We went for our anniversary with our little bubba and the staff made us feel so comfortable.

    Fresie Gahol

  • Seamless Tabletop Digital Ordering

    Convenient digital self-ordering at tables allows diners to pace their meals efficiently while still receiving attentive floor service.

    We used the self ordering and staff were just as friendly and polite.

    Michael Pine

  • Fast and Fresh Japanese Comfort Staples

    Kitchen operations deliver freshly made hot comfort staples and noodle dishes promptly to the table, even on busy weeknights.

    We ordered our food and the food came out in just about 10 minutes.

    Damsith Weeratunge

Signature tapas and comforting Japanese favorites frequently praised by guests

  • Beef tataki

    I am the beef tataki lover so beef tataki is my must order menu at the Japanese restaurant and I can tell you that IT WAS THE BEST BEEF TATAKI EVER!!!

    E D

  • Chicken curry

    For me the standout was the chicken curry. I can't get enough of the peppery heat.

    Jon Bonner

  • Okonomiyaki

    I love okonomiyaki and the first bite took me back to Japan. A lovely thick well cooked pancake with cabbage, the sweet BBQ sauce and slight sourness of kewpie mayo, Benito flakes, such lovely flavours.

    Shaun D'Monte

  • Gyoza

    The Gyoza in particular was fantastic. Light, perfectly cooked and packed with flavor.

    Damsith Weeratunge

Other favorites

Desserts and beverages to complement your izakaya dining experience

  • Matcha cheesecake

    The matcha cheesecake was superb if you are looking for a sweet dessert to finish off your experience.

    James Jackel

  • Citrus based pannacotta

    For dessert, we shared the citrus based pannacotta, decorated with a few strawberries; it cleanses the palate and so a lovely way to finish the meal.

    Two Sheds

  • Sake

    We also had some saké to go with our starters. Although not the best, it was good enough to compliment the food.

    Damsith Weeratunge

  • Wine

    There is a small wine menu which is reasonably priced or you can BYO for $10 per bottle.

    Two Sheds

Beyond the menu

Attentive hospitality gestures and thoughtful care experienced at Yokoso Izakaya

  • Birthday Sparkler Surprise

    When ordering dessert for a special occasion, team members surprised diners by bringing it out accompanied by a sparkler and singing a birthday song.

  • Thoughtful Table Re-seating for Families

    When attending to a dining group with a pram in an intimate room, waitstaff proactively moved the party to another table to ensure comfortable space.

  • Intuitive Chopstick Replacement

    Waitstaff attentive to dining floor details noticed the sound of a dropped chopstick and immediately brought over a clean replacement without prompting.

  • Synchronized Welcome Greeting

    Diners entering the venue receive an immediate greeting of 'Hajimemashite' shouted together by both wait and kitchen staff.

Before you head over

Practical planning and dining tips for your visit to Yokoso Izakaya Moonee Ponds

  • Book Ahead for Scheduled Dinner Sittings

    Dinner seatings run in structured slots at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Tables routinely book out, and walk-ups can face multiple unsuccessful attempts, so reserve your sitting in advance.

  • Bring Your Own Wine for a $10 Corkage Fee

    If you bring your own favorite wine, BYO is welcome alongside the house drinks menu with a $10 corkage fee per bottle.

  • Order at Your Own Pace with Table Tech

    Tables feature digital self-ordering devices, letting you browse tapas-style dishes and send orders straight to the kitchen while friendly waitstaff remain on hand.

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