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A photo of Etsu Izakaya restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2026)
Price: Expensive
• Izakaya • Mermaid Beach
Booked 62 times today
Etsu Izakaya, nestled in the heart of Mermaid Beach, is the epitome of authentic Japanese dining. This vibrant eatery captures the true spirit of Izakaya with its focus on sharing dishes crafted from local, high-quality produce. “The food was sublime,” rave patrons, praising the exceptional sashimi and tantalizing dishes like tuna tataki and wagyu tartare. The extensive Japanese whisky collection, served over hand-cut ice, along with sakes and local tap beers, enhances the dining experience. With its “fantastic vibe” and impeccable service, Etsu Izakaya remains “the best Japanese restaurant on the Gold Coast,” promising an unforgettable culinary journey.
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3.8
Excellent(17)
Price: Expensive
• Izakaya • Broadbeach
Happy Endings is Broadbeach’s new Japanese-inspired izakaya hiding unsuspectingly above bustling laneway bar and sister venue, Fig + Frankies. While specialising in cocktails, Happy Endings also boasts a late-night snack menu, so you won’t go hungry. Start off with small Japanese-inspired nibbles like hibachi roasted corn and zangi chicken, yakitori and sashimi before moving on to the larger stars. The wagyu don, katsu sando and Korean cauliflower are all home runs with out-of-the-park flavours.
A photo of Charcoal Charcoal Yakitori restaurant
4.4
Awesome(23)
Price: Expensive
• Izakaya • Robina
Located in the heart of Robina, Charcoal Charcoal Yakitori offers an exceptional Grill experience that promises to captivate your senses. Renowned for its authentic charcoal grilling, this restaurant infuses each dish with a "unique, smoky aroma" that elevates the flavor profile of its premium Wagyu beef and succulent Japanese scallops. Guests rave about the "best Yakitori" they've had, praising the "quality and attention to detail" that goes into every bite. With an eco-friendly ambiance crafted from recycled timber, Charcoal Charcoal Yakitori is not just a meal, but a memorable culinary adventure that delights and inspires. "Highly recommended" for fans of Japanese grill cuisine!
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  • katrina
    Gold Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had the $110 Omakaese set menu. Every dish looked and tasted amazing! Standouts for me were the wagyu striploin and the tuna maki. The food was fantastic, service was great, loved the ambience too - its very dark and private, definitely more of an adult dining vibe than somewhere you'd take the kids. Awesome dining experience. Wow.
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    Etsu IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Mermaid Beach
    4.8
  • Toshi
    Gold Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 21, 2024
    As a Japanese, I have high expectations when it comes to yakitori, but this place on the Gold Coast exceeded them! The charcoal-grilled skewers were absolutely delicious—probably the best yakitori I’ve ever had in Australia. If you’re looking for authentic flavor, I highly recommend trying it!
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    Charcoal Charcoal YakitoriPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Robina
    4.4
  • Trish
    Brisbane •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 21, 2024
    Fun place. Great atmosphere , service was friendly but professional. Food was absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed ourselves and will return to work our way through the menu!
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    Mr KojimaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Surfers Paradise
    4.8
  • Sarah
    Queensland •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 3, 2024
    Such a cool venue. Loved the decor, food and drinks were delicious!
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    Happy EndingsPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Broadbeach
    3.8
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