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Shou Sumiyaki

Private group dining around a Japanese charcoal grill

160 Little Bourke Street, 3000 MelbourneView map

Share a Japanese charcoal barbecue with friends and family in our Tatami private dining area for up to 40 guests. Choose group set menus featuring Wagyu and seafood, with semi-private booths and beverage packages also available.

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Shou Sumiyaki

100% free and non-binding

About us

Private group dining around a Japanese charcoal grill

Gather friends and family around the charcoal grill at Shou Sumiyaki. Our Tatami private dining area welcomes up to 40 guests for a more exclusive meal together, while semi-private booths offer a cosy setting for smaller gatherings. Book our function room in advance and let us help you plan a group lunch or dinner around Japanese barbecue.

Our dining spaces include a counter-style yakitori bar, standard dining areas and the private function room. Soft lighting and an intimate atmosphere give you room to relax over a shared experience. Tell us about your group and preferred arrangement so we can confirm the most suitable area and booking conditions.

At the centre of the meal is sumiyaki, the Japanese tradition of charcoal grilling. Our tables feature central grills using Binchotan charcoal, with Wagyu beef and seafood among the ingredients you can cook together. We also offer yakitori and lunch selections, with set menus bringing a range of flavours to your gathering.

Group set menus start from $49.50 per person, with a minimum of four people per set. Selections include locally sourced meats, sashimi, vegetables and sides, with premium Japanese Wagyu options available. Please tell us about dietary requirements when you reserve so we can discuss what will work for your guests.

For drinks, group beverage packages run for two or three hours and start from $40 per person, with sake, beer, wine, soft drinks, cocktails and mocktails among the options. Premium upgrades are available. A separate omakase experience also requires advance reservation and has its own minimum and pricing. Confirm your menu, drinks and room arrangements with us before your visit.

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Amenities

What this venue offers

15 features in 4 categories.

Rooms & facilities

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  • Rooms

    1 rooms available

  • Indoor

    Indoor / Outdoor

Food & drink

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  • In-house catering

    Event catering

  • Japanese

    Cuisine/Style

  • Grill / BBQ

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Venue & atmosphere

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  • Restaurant / Hospitality Venue

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  • Traditional / Cozy

    Ambience of the Location

  • Asian / Oriental

    Ambience of the Location

Suitable for

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  • 4–50 people

    Group size

  • Private event

    Type of event

  • Suitable for groups

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Reviews

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Patricia Yeung
October 2026

We ordered all you can eat menu, all the wagyu were very very nice, good quality, a bit understaffed on a Thursday night, and can be quite cold sitting near the entrance.

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Elena
October 2026

We came here mainly for the wagyu, and it was definitely the highlight of our meal! 🥩 The wagyu platter offered a great variety of cuts, with beautiful marbling and a rich, beefy flavour. Grilling the meat at the table made the whole experience even more enjoyable.The presentation was lovely, and the fresh vegetables were a nice complement to the meat. If you’re a wagyu lover looking for a Japanese BBQ experience, this place is definitely worth checking out!

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Mica Luke
October 2026

The food was amazing, the cuts of meat were superb and you know it is quality. The wagyu croquette was definitely a highlight NOT TO MENTION THE PARFAIT. I would go back to this restaurant just for the parfait. However, they don’t have any smoke exhaust so the room was filled with smoke and you will smell like smoke once you’re out. The waiters also, you can barely understand them… and there were waiters who couldn’t speak English and would pass us on to other waiters which made it inefficient and we ended up with orders being delivered 40 minutes later. Will still come back for the food but service definitely needs to be upgraded.

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Bailey G
October 2026

The lady who served our table was wonderful, very hospitable and funny. She was very funny and attentive.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about your event.

Our Tatami private dining area accommodates up to 40 guests.

Contact

Location and contact person

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Shou Sumiyaki
160 Little Bourke Street, 3000 Melbourne, AU
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Shou Sumiyaki

100% free and non-binding

Opening Hours

Monday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–22:30
Tuesday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–22:30
Wednesday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–22:30
Thursday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–22:30
Friday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–23:45
Saturday
11:45–15:00, 16:45–23:45
Sunday
11:45–15:30, 16:45–22:30

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