Yakikami

30/03/2026

Yakikami’s most popular robata skewers, just $8 each every Thursday night.

Unlimited deliciousness, Robata Night at Yakikami.

Advanced booking recommended.

30/03/2026

Tuesday night is Wagyu Steak night at Yakikami.

Perfectly grilled, paired with your choice of red, white or sake, $49.

Available until SOLD OUT

29/03/2026

The heart of Yakikami is Japanese seasonal premium ingredients that celebrate balance and freshness, bringing together delicate flavours designed to be shared.

This Easter weekend is the perfect time to gather with friends and family and enjoy the ultimate Japanese dining experience together.

26/03/2026

Happy Hour runs through the entire Easter long weekend at Yakikami.

Start with drinks, stay for flame-grilled skewers cooked to perfection.

26/03/2026

Heading to the Comedy Festival? Start with something fun.

Yakitori, skewers hot off the grill, crisp karaage, and cold drinks poured generously. Yakikami is your pre show spot for relaxed, flavour packed bites in the heart of South Yarra.

Casual energy. Big flavours. No overthinking required.

17/03/2026

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival starts this weekend - but why not start feasting on something special now?

At Yakikami, our Josper charcoal grill transforms premium wagyu and rare cuts into something deeply flavourful and beautifully balanced. Paired with Japanese whisky, sake, or your favourite red, it is a celebration of craftsmanship and fire.

For those who appreciate technique, texture, and depth of flavour, this is your table.

12/03/2026

This new South Yarra burger blends Australia's and Japan's most Premium Wagyu in a single patty.

Sher Wagyu. Blackmore Wagyu. Yamagata. And the queen of Wagyu, Matsusaka.

The result is a juicy, deeply savoury patty with the buttery richness Wagyu is known for.

At Yakikami we are serving it two ways across all services.

Yakikami Classic Set
Premium Wagyu beef patty, melted cheese, house onion sauce and pickles on a toasted brioche bun with Nori seasoned fries.

Yakikami Signature Set
Same patty plus premium slices of short rib Wagyu, melted cheese, caramelised onion and our signature sauce served with Nori seasoned fries.

10/03/2026

March in Melbourne at Yakikami 😍
Fire, flavour, an unforgettable dining experience.

06/03/2026

If you know, you know.

Chicken Chouchin (ちょうちん) — one of the most prized cuts in yakitori.

Charcoal grilled chicken with delicate golden yolk pearls that burst with rich flavour, finished with our house tare.

Smoky.
Silky.
Deeply savoury.

Back in stock today at Yakikami.

Limited supply daily — don’t miss it.

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06/03/2026

UDON STYLE KAISEKI HAS ARRIVED

Two weeks only at Yakikami.

Perfect for a special dinner with friends or a night out in South Yarra.

This limited edition 8 course menu combines traditional udon with Yakikami’s signature wagyu experience.

Highlights begin with a seasonal Zensai of four selections and wide ribbon Himokawa Udon crowned with premium A5 steak and finished with a smooth sukiyaki egg sauce.

Comforting, indulgent and unmistakably Yakikami.

$195 per guest

Available Tuesday 10 March to Tuesday 24 March

Yakikami, 150 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Closed Wednesdays

06/03/2026

Moomba brings the energy to Melbourne. We bring the fire.

Step into the Josper Room at Yakikami, where premium wagyu and seasonal produce are kissed by charcoal and flame. Expect bold flavours, smoky depth, and a dining experience that feels intimate, refined, and quietly electric.

Perfect for festival season catch ups, pre event dinners, or simply an excuse to indulge.

03/03/2026

We’re open this Labour Day, Monday 9th March 2026.

Gather your friends and family for premium Japanese BBQ, quality Wagyu and flavours worth slowing down for.

Make it a long weekend to remember at Yakikami.

25/02/2026

Ease into the evening at Yakikami.
Join us daily for Happy Hour from 5:30 – 7:30pm, featuring premium drinks, curated sake flights, and the perfect pre-dinner atmosphere.

Come early. Stay longer.

18/02/2026

Fire-driven Japanese dining, led by the chefs.
At Yakikami, premium cuts are grilled over charcoal, yakitori is cooked with precision at the counter, and Josper Grill dishes deliver bold, refined flavour in every bite.

A dining experience built on craft, fire, and finesse.

11/02/2026

Celebrate Lunar New Year in a space designed for gathering.
Yakikami’s private dining experience brings together premium yakiniku, Josper Grill favourites, and share-style dishes, perfect for welcoming the year ahead with family, friends, or colleagues.

Private bookings now available.
Secure your date early.

Melbourne's most awarded Japanese restaurant in the heart of South Yarra. Discovery the range of Japanese dining experiences to immerse yourself in. We specialise in our famous Binchotan Yakitori and Robatayaki, a Melbourne first Kobe Beef Wagyu Omakase experience in our Josper room and modern Japan

06/02/2026

An evening for two, defined by fire.
This Valentine’s Day at Yakikami, enjoy premium yakiniku, yakitori fresh from the grill, and the unmistakable theatre of the Josper in action. Pair it with a curated sake flight and let the night unfold.

Intimate. Atmospheric. Unforgettable.
❤️ Check out our Valentine's Day Menu on our website. Bookings are essential, limited availability - Links in Bio.

30/01/2026

The tennis courts might be quieting down, but the taste lives on 🎾✨ Loved seeing visitors and players make Yakikami part of their Melbourne food journey. If your trip brought you here, thank you for letting us be part of the experience.

Who do you think will win the Australian Open?

21/01/2026

Midweek meals don’t have to be ordinary. Come through to Yakikami for bold bites, premium grilled goodness and a relaxed atmosphere that turns any night into a celebration.

Because life’s too short for boring dinners.

13/01/2026

season brought even more energy to Melbourne, and we love spotting tennis fans and players swinging by Yakikami between sessions 🎾🍶 Whether it's a pre-match fuel or post-win eats, it feels like the whole city is here to enjoy great food and even better company.

At Yakikami, our Josper Room offers an intimate setting for premium cuts, expertly grilled over fire and designed to be shared.

08/01/2026

Happy Hour at Yakikami 🥃✨

Join us daily from 5:30–7:30pm for the perfect start to your evening - enjoy a drink, our relaxed atmosphere, and the warmth of the grill setting the tone.

Whether it’s a post-work unwind or the first stop of your night out, Happy Hour at Yakikami is waiting. 🍶🔥

📍150 - 152 Toorak Road , South Yarra, VIC 3141

06/01/2026

There’s something special about the way flavours hit when fire meets grill 🔥 At Yakikami, every dish is a celebration of premium ingredients, expert technique and bold taste. From charred edges to melt-in-your-mouth goodness, this is where flavour takes centre stage.

Pull up a seat, bring your friends and let the good times roll 🥢✨

10/12/2025

This December, every Wagyu Ya Group dining experience comes with an added gesture of appreciation.

When your table spends $200 or more, you will receive:

✨ Two Gift Vouchers
Each voucher offers 10 percent off your next bill, valid from January 2026 until the end of March 2026. (Redeemable Sunday - Thursday, excluding Public Holidays & Valentines Day)

Whether you are celebrating the year, gathering with friends or enjoying a premium Japanese dining experience, this is our way of saying thank you during the festive season.

Available across all venues throughout December 2025

01/12/2025

🎉 Celebrate the End of Year with Wagyu Ya Group 🎉
Gather your favourite people and make this festive season one to remember across any of our four restaurants:

📍 Wagyu Ya South Yarra
📍 Niku Ou Melbourne CBD
📍 Wagyu Ya Teppanyaki Glen Waverley
📍 Yakikami South Yarra.

Whether it’s a team dinner, a family feast, or a catch-up with friends, groups of 6 or more dining with us any time in December will receive an exclusive celebratory treat:

✨ Each guest can choose between:
🥂 1 glass of bubbles
OR
🍶 1 glass of sake

It’s our way of saying “kanpai” to a year worth celebrating.

🎄 Spaces fill quickly for end-of-year celebrations
📅 Book your festive gathering now across any of our four locations. japanesefoodlover