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Yuzen

144B Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

Recommended by 39 people

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144B Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

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+61 3 8609 1725
HoursMonday: Closed 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: 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yuzen

Yuzen delivers pristine sushi and izakaya favorites inside a snug 25-seat dining room on Hawthorn Road. Regulars lean into the open sushi bar to watch chef Henry slice buttery tuna and salmon onto pink salt slabs dressed with garlic olive oil. Crisp gyoza and charred fish cheeks round out the table, washed down with umeshu or draft Japanese beer served in frozen mugs.

  • Open sushi bar counter: Guests watch the chef slice pristine sashimi and shape nigiri right in front of them in the intimate 25-seat dining room.
  • Pink salt slab sashimi: Multi-course set dinners feature fresh salmon and tuna plated over pink salt blocks with garlic-infused olive oil.
  • Izakaya bites & chilled drinks: Crisp gyoza, grilled squid, and fish cheeks arrive alongside chilled sake, plum wine, and draft beer in frozen mugs.
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Why Dine at Yuzen

From masterfully prepared sashimi to an intimate chef-counter ambiance, here is why locals choose Yuzen.

  • Uncompromising Sushi and Sashimi Quality

    Expertly sourced cuts and meticulously crafted sushi deliver standout texture and freshness, highlighted by tender seasoned rice and melt-in-the-mouth sashimi.

    Delicious and fresh quality sushi and meat.

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  • Signature Pink Salt Sashimi Presentation

    Signature sashimi arrives plated over a slab of pink salt and infused with garlic olive oil, offering a balanced contrast to standard soy-sauce preparations.

    It was so soft and buttery, packed with flavour from the garlic infused olive oil and pink salt.

    Mary L

  • Countertop Views of the Master at Work

    An intimate ~25-seat dining room with an open sushi bar lets guests watch the chef slice fish and handcraft nigiri up close.

    They have an open sushi bar where you can see the chef prepping sushi and sashimi.

    Wendy Luu

  • Izakaya Drinks and Ice-Cold Tap Pours

    Draft Japanese beers served in frozen steins alongside fine sakes and plum wines elevate casual izakaya bites like crispy gyoza and takoyaki.

    Also excellent Japanese beers on tap with ice cold beer mugs to boot!

    G A

  • Effortless Multi-Course Celebrations

    Multi-course set menus and tailored share platters take the stress out of planning milestone birthdays and romantic evenings.

    Went for the $88 set menu and it was a lovely selection of courses.

    Emily Miles

  • BYO Flexibility for Special Occasions

    Welcoming BYO alongside table service allows diners to pair their favourite cellar bottles with a celebratory Japanese feast.

    A great advantage is the savings from BYO drink option.

    Rob Luck

Signature Japanese platters and entrees prepared with fresh, authentic ingredients

  • Deluxe sushi and sashimi platter

    Just had the Yuzen deluxe sushi and sashimi platter. Absolutely delicious.

    Joe Nuttall

  • Sashimi on pink salt slab

    My favourite was the sashimi. It was so soft and buttery, packed with flavour from the garlic infused olive oil and pink salt.

    Mary L

  • Chirashi don

    Sushi/sashimi is of the highest order, with the Chirashi a must have!

    Greg Horejsi

  • Gyoza

    The gyoza is also my favourite as it comes with an appropriate amount of sauce making it not too plain and still has a crisp base.

    Wendy Luu

Other favorites

Complement your dinner with Japanese drinks, traditional soup, and dessert

  • Choya Umeshu

    you can never go wrong Choya Umeshu wine - served in a wine glass with ice

    Wendy Luu

  • Matcha ice cream

    the matcha ice cream surely beats the black sesame

    Wendy Luu

  • Miso soup

    I didn’t take a picture of the Miso soup but it’s so good, it’s a must have every time.

    Tracy

  • Japanese tap beer

    Also excellent Japanese beers on tap with ice cold beer mugs to boot!

    G A

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate the dining experience at Yuzen.

  • Pink Salt Slab Presentation

    Sashimi courses are uniquely served over a solid slab of pink salt and dressed with garlic-infused olive oil to enhance the fish's buttery texture.

  • Front-Row Open Sushi Bar

    An open sushi counter in the intimate 25-seat dining room allows guests to watch the chef skillfully slice and prepare sushi and sashimi in real time.

  • Frosted Beer Mugs & Chilled Serves

    Draft Japanese beers arrive poured into ice-cold, frozen mugs alongside chilled Umeshu served over ice in stemware.

  • Attentive Dietary & Group Care

    Staff accommodate celebratory groups and navigate allergy restrictions with care while walking diners through the multi-course selections.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, menus, and drinks for dining at Yuzen

  • Book ahead for the intimate space

    With seating for only about 25 guests and packed dining even on weeknights, reserve a table ahead of time to secure a spot.

  • Opt for the set menus to sample widely

    Take advantage of the set menus to taste a wide variety of courses, such as sashimi served on a pink salt slab with olive oil.

  • Leverage the BYO option

    Take advantage of the venue's BYO drink option to enjoy your preferred pairings alongside their sushi and sashimi.

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