Kazuki's Restaurant, Carlton

Kazuki and Saori Tsuya are a husband and wife team who own Kazuki's Restaurant on Lygon Street in Carlton. Kazuki's Restaurant, which is strongly influenced by the traditional Japanese adage "ichi-go ichi-e," which means "to treasure every moment," reflects this principle to its core.

Chef Kazuki and Saori are the epitome of 'omotenashi,' which means going above and beyond to offer exceptional service. From the moment they enter through the door, each client is warmly welcomed and taken care of. Their cuisine offers rich Japanese flavors produced with classic French techniques using fresh Australian ingredients, striking the perfect balance between simple and complex flavors. Their tasting menu includes unusual ingredients such as chrysanthemum, Moreton Bay bugs, and oxtail, as well as more traditional flavors like crispy duck, succulent tuna toro, chicken liver, and fresh salmon — plus a 22-page wine selection! Kazuki's Restaurant seems more like entering a home than a restaurant, making it the ideal spot for spending quality time with a loved one while tasting some of Melbourne's best Japanese food.

Address: 121 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053

Website: https://kazukis.com.au/