Melbourne has some wonderful hospitality service and has some fantastic places to wine and dine. Having lived here for more than 6 years, I have been fortunate enough to have savoured some of the world-class dishes from a variety of cuisines offered by restaurants in Melbourne.

Taking an interest in the Japanese culture, I have always enjoyed Japanese food. Since being in Melbourne, I have visited many japanese eateries and have tried many dishes that they have to offer. Some good and some bad, I can often tell if the food is good by the people operating the restaurant. I have made my own assumption that if the restaurant is ran and controlled by Japanese, the food that it serves is authentic.

There are many Japanese cuisine franchises in Melbourne which are not owned and operated by Japanese. The level of service and quality of food that it produces is questionable. Yes, the price will be more but the authenticity of the taste and the level of service that you are receiving is bad. If you are serious about Japanese food, take the time to explore and inquire around. You will often find that there is a Japanese restaurant just around the corner from you that you have not noticed.

I find myself dining in this particular restaurant in Melbourne more often these days ” Takumi. They is situated handily in the city and is accessible by public transportation. They differentiate themselves in wagyu beef and modern Japanese cuisines. They are fully owned and operated by a Japanese family and the level of service that they have provided me is tremendous. They offer a different style of bbq dishes with their state-of-the-art smokeless barbeque tables.

So, if you are visiting Australia, be sure to take the time to explore and visit the many Melbourne Japanese restaurants.

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