Kumo Izakaya

4.6 (302)

$41 to $100

Japanese

152 Lygon Street, Brunswick East, AU-VIC 3057

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Kumo Izakaya

4.6

$41 to $100

Japanese

Brunswick

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2 people

Jul 11, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Good for groups

Our restaurant offers contemporary Japanese-inspired cuisine. Our menu comprises mainly smaller dishes, from sashimi to deep-fried dishes, meat, vegetarian, and more - perfect for sharing with friends. We offer a selection of wine, craft beer, and sake to complement your meal.

Our Izakaya is a traditional Japanese establishment where eating and drinking are equally important. It's a meeting place where people come to bond and forget their daily worries. It's a place where people can share good food, great drinks, and create lasting memories. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a full night out, we invite you to join us at Kumo for an unforgettable experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Japanese
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
0499 785 431
Website
http://www.kumoizakaya.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Private party facilities
Kumo Izakaya is now open for Private Dining, enjoy your favourite Japanese cuisine in a variety of intimate settings.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
152 Lygon Street, Brunswick East, AU-VIC 3057
Neighborhood
Brunswick
Cross street
Corner Lygon and O'Connor Streets
Parking details
Street parking is available on O'Connor Street and surrounds.
Public transit
Trams 1 and 8 - Stop 122. If travelling by car, park at CARe - 183 Edward St - 350m from KUMO
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

DELUXE Omakase 9course
A$24.00 - A$89.00 per person
1 - 20 people
Multiple dates available
Enjoy our newest nine course Omakase where we take diners on a culinary journey that includes Sushi Nigiri, Dragon Roll Maki plus our signature favourites - all designed to share! Available also as Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Vegan. Food allergies? No problem, we can also customise our banquet to meet your requirements
SIGNATURE Omakase 8course
A$24.00 - A$75.00 per person
1 - 20 people
Multiple dates available
Dining at Kumo Izakaya is an experience best shared with friends! We offer an 8 course banquet menu that boasts the best and most popular dishes. The menu comes in four variations - Omakase, Pescatarian, Vegetarian and Vegan. Food allergies? No problem, we can also customise our banquet to meet your requirements. For private functions or parties of up to 12 people, the traditional tatami room is your best bet for an unforgettable evening of mirth and sake!
Half Price Cocktails on Wednesday!
1 - 7 people
Multiple dates available
Join us for half price cocktails on Wednesdays! Choose from a great selection of Cocktails, including our signature sake infused options. Want to add some share plates to enjoy? Our a la Carte menu offers an array of tempting dishes to savour while you sip the night away.

Private dining

Offers

Wednesday Half Price Cocktails
1 - 20 people
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:30 PM - 9:15 PM
Treat yourself at Kumo Izakaya with our Half Price Cocktails every Wednesday from 5:30pm. With 13 unique cocktails to choose from at an unbeatable price, your midweek eveninnngs just got a lot more exciting.

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Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Yellowtail Kingfish jalapeno carpaccio, yuzu ponzu (gf)
Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo)
Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce (gf)
Grilled wagyu beef rib, potato, chimchurri sauce (gf)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Matcha panna cotta, fresh berry compote, white chocolate (gf, v)

Vegetarian & Vegan

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Agedashi tofu, soy kombu, daikon orisha, ginger nori (gf, v, vg)
Spicy cauliflower karaage, miso mayonnaise (v, vgo)
Guacamole taco, tomato, cucumber, onion (gfo, v, vg)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Signature vegetarian fried rice (gf, v, vgo)
Coconut or Raspberry sorbet (gf, v, vg)

Pescatarian

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Yellowtail Kingfish jalapeno carpaccio, yuzu ponzu (gf)
Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo)
Ebi, pan-fried prawns, wasabi mustard, mayonnaise (gf)
Grilled salmon, caramelised miso (gf)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Coconut or Raspberry sorbet (gf, v, vg)

DELUXE

89 pp (min 2)

Omnivore

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Sushi nigiri, Yellowtail Kingfish, salmon, fish of the day (gf)
Dragon roll maki, salmon, avocado, tobiko, wasabi mayonnaise (gf)
Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo)
Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce (gf)
Grilled wagyu beef rib, potato, chimchurri sauce (gf)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Yuzu daiquiri cheesecake (v)

Vegetarian & Vegan

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Yasai inside-out sushi rolls (v, vg)
Spicy cauliflower karaage, miso mayonnaise (v, vgo)
Pan-fried vegetable gyoza (v, vg)
Guacamole taco, tomato, cucumber, onion (gfo, v, vg)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Signature vegetarian fried rice (gf, v, vgo)
Coconut or Raspberry sorbet (gf, v, vg)

Pescatarian

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Edamame spicy or black sesame, yuzu (gf, v, vg)
Sushi nigiri, Yellowtail Kingfish, salmon, fish of the day (gf)
Dragon roll maki, salmon, avocado, tobiko, wasabi mayonnaise (gf)
Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire (gfo)
Hokkaido Scallops, soy butter, spring onion, bonito flakes (gf)
Grilled salmon, caramelised miso (gf)
Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots (gfo, v, vg)
Coconut or Raspberry sorbet (gf, v, vg)

KIDDIES

28pp

Miso soup (gf, v, vg)
Kids Bento - Karaage chicken, hosomaki, wagyu beef gyoza, rice (gfo)
Vanilla bean icecream, apple spring roll, honeycomb sprinkle (v)

What 302 people are saying

Kumo Izakaya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Melbourne
Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kumo Izakaya offers a "delightful atmosphere" with "fantastic food" and "exceptional service." Diners rave about the "amazing experience" and "outstanding vegan options." Signature dishes like the tuna taco and cod are standout favorites. While some felt the service could be slow, the overall ambience and culinary variety impress many patrons.

302 Reviews

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Rino
Melbourne6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance, service & food. The staff were so helpful & very friendly. Delicious food at reasonable prices. Will definitely go back!
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Marty
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Menu caters to omnivores, vegetarians and pescatarians.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on June 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every dish was exquisite in every way Service was just right, friendly and thoughtful Setting was beautiful and elegant Thank you for a lovely night
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Damien Piers Vance
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A slight muddle over a Miso soup which didn't arrive, and reminders had to be sent for the two wines we ordered but everything else was fantastic. Actually we want to go back in order to try more items on the menu. It was a splendid evening and a delightful atmosphere.
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Nadia
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 27, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all shared beef gyoza, octopus balls, seafood tempura, calamari, eggplant, fried chicken & fries with wasabi condiment. All were delicious. Range of Japanese beers was awesome too. Will definitely return.
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Suzy
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on June 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was a birthday celebration and we had a beautiful meal, unexpected birthday candle in our sorbet and a wonderful dinner.
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Hayat
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vibes!!! Service was amazing & food was delicious.
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DARREN
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent presentation and taste. Many choices for all tastes
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Monica
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and great service. Highly recommend
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Benjamin
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a small gathering with friends over dinner for my birthday and it was nothing short of amazing. We had the signature omakase and every dish was delicious except the veggie one. It was a tad too sweet for our liking but not a spoiler. The portions were decent and we all left very well fed. My favorite dish was the tuna taco in fried seaweed (something?) we had to get 2nd serves because it was the bomb of the night for us. Will definitely come back to kumo!
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