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Mr. Miyagi

Restaurant Japanese restaurant

New take on traditional Japanese food, plus cocktails, sake and whiskeys, in a funky, vibrant space. People often mention Japanese, experience, service, staff, great, Miyagi, Great, taco, time, dishes,


Address

99 Chapel St, Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

Website

www.mrmiyagi.com.au

Contact

+61 3 9529 5999

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.6K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 10 PM
  • Monday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Japanese (15) experience (14) service (13) staff (11) great (11) Miyagi (11) Great (9) taco (9) time (8) dishes (8)
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  • 3/5 Aaron 2 years ago on Google
    Great staff and great service. As it was my first time, a waiter patiently pointed the popular dishes. Food came out fast, and we were constantly checked on how our food was too. Though, the food felt somewhat underwhelming for the premium price you pay. This place felt more like a bar than a restaurant.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jayjaytruviews 1 year ago on Google
    Wow. What an absolutely amazing Japanese restaurant. We had the set menu which included tempura beans, salmon tacos, kingfish sashimi, wagyu tataki, ramen gnocchi and bao. Each dish had the perfect balance of flavour and the texture of the kingfish sashimi and the salmon in the taco was fresh and one of the best I’ve ever had. Will definitely take my family here and am keen to try their other dishes or if they have a new set menu later.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Chris Price (. 7 months ago on Google • 272 reviews
    This place is so overrated and run by children. We did the feed me menu with friends over a bottle of wine and while the food was not horrible the whole experience was tainted by mediocre service that felt rushed and inconvenient. I also felt like the feed me was over priced for some sashimi, beans and a single taco and being shovelled out to the back for desert when no one was actually sat at our table left a sour taste in everyone’s mouth. In a city that has so much to offer in hospitality, I’d give this place a massive miss.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elise L. 8 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Excellent food, incredible cocktails (would recommend the Hello Kitty Sours -- was so tempted to have a third...), and phenomenal service from the really friendly, welcoming staff. You MUST check this place out next time you're on Chapel (and then do all your friends and family a favour by converting them). Came here on a whim with a friend of mine after some dull, uni open day, and the whole experience (the food, the atmosphere, the service) just really made our days! Also, the prices are good for what you're getting... So whatever you do, don't hold back!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Behzad K. 6 months ago on Google • 248 reviews
    Delicious food! Highly recommend the Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder! It was the star of the night. Absolutely delicious.

  • 3/5 Maggie T. 1 year ago on Google
    Unfortunately was underwhelmed with the food. Everything leaned towards the bland side and felt like it was always missing something. Great service and friendly staff, Salmon taco was the only stand out. Ramen flavour gnocchi just wasn't happening.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sheldon F. 10 months ago on Google
    A modern Japanese restaurant and bar with a relaxed vibe. Gladly, they now take bookings, as they used to be walk in only. The food was exceptional, with great flavours in creative dishes. The service was very attentive and friendly, making for a very enjoyable experience. This place is a must try.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charlotte P. 1 month ago on Google • 30 reviews New
    Have come here many times, the staff and vibe here is spot on. Our last visit was to celebrate a birthday and they really made an effort to make her feel special. Highlights on the menu are the Salmon Taco, Bang Bang cracker and of course the MFC. I’m also gluten free and they cater to a lot of dietaries, which makes dining out so easy. Everything else is great but these are what I continue to come back for. Favourite cocktail would be the frose and am also partial to their Tommy’s marg as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 SYT 4 months ago on Google • 131 reviews
    Had our work Christmas gathering here. The food was really delicious and we enjoyed all the dushion dishes. This time of the year, because of the Christmas dinners, the service was a bit slow and the environment was noisy so talking was a bit hard. But all these are understandable and didn't spoil our experience. Will come back to this place again next time when it's less busy so that we can enjoy the good food.

  • 5/5 Katie K. 5 months ago on Google • 15 reviews
    My sister and our partners went here on Sunday Night for an early dinner after hearing a lot about how great this place is. The food was INCREDIBLE. We ordered sooooo many of the smaller meals and also had the steak to share, and everything was awesome! The service was impeccable and the vibe and ambience was so inviting, fun and fresh. We will definitely be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Devin F. 1 year ago on Google
    We went here for dinner and it was one of the best dinner experience we've ever had. Almost everything we ordered were delicious. Highlights were scotch soy beef, salmon nori taco and saucy sashimi. Not a big fan of the shitake dumpling and chocolate mess. But overall it was amazing. Shoutout to bella, she was lovely and informative👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nikita K. 2 years ago on Google
    Great experience and very lovely and helpful staff. Would recommend and will continue to visit every birthday!! Thank you for being so accomodating!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 For the Love of F. 8 months ago on Google
    I was really eager to try Mr Miyagi having heard so many great things about it, but unfortunately, whilst nothing was particularly bad, nothing quite blew my mind either. I was especially looking forward to trying the infamous Salmon Nori Taco but to my disappointment, the salmon was cooked, while I was expecting it to be raw like a sushi-style situation. It held together well without falling apart, but to put it plainly, it was just salmon, kimchi and rice. The pork gyoza were decent but not amazing, and the schnitty bao was soft and tasty, though nothing to write home about. The handroll for the evening was Aburi Kingfish with Tempura Prawn and although the portion was great, it wasn’t the absolute best quality we’ve ever had. The Yakitori was also tasty, but the texture inside was strange and flavours were one-dimensional. I wish I could have loved Mr Miyagi, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. Don’t get me wrong – the food is good, but not amazing. Also, the place is LOUD. Prepare to not hear the person in front of you. I can’t say I’ll be in a rush to return any time soon.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Faa P. 1 year ago on Google
    🇯🇵 mr m japanese fusion 🐚 golden scallops 🎃 pumpkin toast 🌮 salmon nori taco 🍆 eggplant nori taco 🍗 miyagi fried chicken 🍄 silken tofu 🦆 duck duck betel 🥟 shiitake dumplings 🍣 saucy sashimi 🏠: @mrmiyagimelbourne 📍: Chapel St, Windsor 📝: Have not been back to Mr.Miyagi in 5-6 years and I’m back here because I love their dessert so much. Honestly, this time not as impressed with the food and I find it quite pricey for what you get, but I’d to back anytime for the Pumpkin Toast dessert. ❤️: Mr.Miyagi’s all-time signature dessert could be no other than the Pumpkin Toast with white chocolate & kabocha pumpkin ganache, honeycomb, yoghurt sorbet, spiced pumpkin ice cream. You really really have to order this or else you’ll regret it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aaron A. 2 years ago on Google • 105 reviews
    I have been to Mr Miyagi on many occasions and have enjoyed every visit. I recently tried their ‘Loose Lunches’ option - what great value and an experience it was! Great cocktail/wine options available but the hero was definitely the food! Additionally, what I highly rate about the venue are the friendly waiters/waitresses assisting you through the whole experience. The customer service provided is second to none - I highly recommend you pay this place a visit!

  • 5/5 Dalena Pham (. 8 months ago on Google • 97 reviews
    Great modern fusion Japanese food. The food is delicious, lots of flavour and great dishes to choose from. Good range of dishes to share. Cocktails are amazing. Every cocktail we tried just hit the spot! Service is friendly and good.

  • 5/5 Sophie C. 2 months ago on Google • 71 reviews New
    Always a winner! The staff were super attentive and thoughtful throughout our visit. Was a really fun vibe, tunes were great and the food even better. Highlights were the cocktails and the ramen short rib which I can’t recommend enough ❤️ Can’t wait to come back - Best spot in Windsor!

  • 2/5 HW C. 4 months ago on Google • 62 reviews
    The staff are attentive and friendly. Food is average and expensive. We ordered the "monster" Sashimi and sushi platter and were truly disappointed with it. It cost $150+ for 42 pieces. It only had 3 different types of fish and the quality was very average. Beef tataki was alright. Cauliflower tempura was a bit odd as it was covered in a lot of grated cheese. The noodles were overcooked and mushy. I guess I am old school and enjoy authentic Japanese more.

  • 5/5 Ruth L. 10 months ago on Google • 46 reviews
    Okay the hype around this restaurant is well justified! Loved the services, the vibe and most importantly, the food! Great selection of sharing and individual choices for whatever you’re feeling. Of course the tacos are definitely a must try. Frozen rose is the drink of choice alongside your meal! Let the photos speak for itself!

  • 4/5 Nat 1 year ago on Google
    I really liked this place. The atmosphere was good, it looked really nice and the food and drinks were really yummy. although It is a bit pricey for fairly smallish portions and also my date got his food way after me, I was basically finished with my meal when he got his and that was with me eating super slowly. I think next time I come I would get the package deals…..seems like you get more food for what you pay that way.

  • 5/5 Carmen U. 1 year ago on Google
    I took my friends here for my birthday and we all loved it! The staff were super helpful and accommodating with dietary requirements which was a big plus. We enjoyed all the food and cocktails too!

  • 5/5 Maddison P. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Absolutely loved the experience at Mr Miyagi tonight! The staff was sensational especially Lachie, he made the experience one to remember and will definitely be recommending this place to all my family and friends!

  • 2/5 Alex R. 5 months ago on Google
    I don't think it's appropriate for customers spend over $90 on food and still need to go out immediately after to get food elsewhere. Portion sizes are a joke. $18 for a 5 x 3cm piece of tofu and a few mushrooms? It doesn't matter how nice the flavour is, that's obscene. 2 stars because at least the atmosphere was nice good service. Appalling everything else.

  • 5/5 Tony L. 5 months ago on Google
    I have lived and drunk all over the world. My daughter Elise kept going on about this place, and eventually I tried it. Wow. OMG. The cocktails are the best on the planet. Josh is the master mixologist. And the salmon nori taco lives up to the hype. Great place. Great service. Great vibe. Thanks !!

  • 5/5 Reina J. 11 months ago on Google
    Delicious food with beautiful presentation. The chilli margarita was the best I've ever had! Such a fun vibe. Perfect ambience for a date night or catch up with friends. 💕 Wonderful, friendly service from all staff too.

  • 5/5 Nicole K. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a great experience at Mr Miyagi. Firstly the drinks and dinner were so delicious, we had the Classic Banquet which was great value for money and so yummy. Special shout-out to our waitress Tat, who was incredible! She was so friendly and sweet, and she even found another girl’s diamond stone that fell out of her engagement ring (she looked through the rubbish to find it). Truly went above and beyond!!!! Can’t wait to come back

  • 3/5 Astrid Lázaro C. 8 months ago on Google
    The atmosphere and service were good as Mr Miyagui sets up a place to enjoy drinks and some Japanese sharing food. I liked the concept and cocktails, but food was very average. Not sure if I had high expectations due to many friends recommending me the place, but nothing blew my mind. I wouldn’t go to celebrate a special occasion, but I might give it a second chance. I give it 3/5 considering the price.

  • 5/5 Dave W. 1 year ago on Google
    Went with the chefs recommendations and was very happy with everything we got! Salmon tacos are the bomb. Service was excellent.

  • 3/5 Tifa C. 1 year ago on Google
    Base on Mr Miyagi has really good reviews on Google, I had a bit of expectation on my first time experience in Mr. Miyagi. Overall the experience was not impressive. I liked the staff there and they were very welcoming. Recommended popular dishes to us. However, there were couple of things that I didn’t like. First, the music was so loud and you had to raise your voice to talk. I hardly can hear what my friend sitting opposite to me was talking. It’s not a restaurant environment, but more like a bar. Second, they are so called a Japanese restaurant, but none of the dishes we ordered follows Japanese taste. I don’t understand why the description on Google shows them as new take on traditional Japanese food. I would call them fushion rather than Japanese. If you have an expectation to have traditional Japanese food there, everything was just not right. We ordered shiitake dumplings, golden scallops, salmon nori taco, and yakitori style chicken. First the shiitake dumplings were made with transparent wrappers. That’s not a Japanese way of making dumplings, but Cantonese. I would argue scallops and taco are even traditional Japanese food. Yakitori means “grilled bird” in Japanese. So it has to be grilled! The “yakitori style chicken” we had was not grilled but was steamed chicken pieces with soy source. I think having a perception of Mr Miyagi being a Japanese restaurant just added a lot disappointment on the experience. Last, the food was overpriced with small portion. If I was told Mr. Miyagi was a bar inspired by Japanese food, I would give it a 4 star instead.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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