Best Sushi & Japanese in Rosanna Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Atlas | | Best with kids | The Golden Depot | | Hidden spot | Ivy | | Bad weather pick | Southern Post |
1. The Good Works — 301 William Terrace, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Worth the detour Cost: $19-31 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 52 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Rosanna farmers market when it runs.
2. Finn — 142 William Terrace, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Ruby’s — 211 Bay Avenue, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
Capacity is around 30 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Humble Social — 134 George Drive, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A local institution Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 55 and fills on weekends. Street parking on River Street is usually fine.
5. The White Press — 187 George Drive, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
The Reality of Rosanna
Rosanna station village strip has independent cafes. Borders Banyule Flats wetlands. The best sushi and japanese options here reflect Rosanna’s character. For Rosanna locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
6. Tall Works — 51 Bay Avenue, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 40 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The sourdough bread ($17) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. Long Kitchen — 44 High Lane, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $19-27 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Good Mill — 371 High Lane, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) No-frills excellence Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Rosanna roaster — ask which one.
9. Stella Yard — 255 George Drive, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 58 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Rosanna roaster — ask which one.
10. The Humble Social — 324 River Street, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-27 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Sol’s — 11 Bay Avenue, Rosanna VIC 3072
What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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FAQ
What are the best best sushi and japanese options in Rosanna?
Sol is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Rosanna good for best sushi and japanese?
Yes. Rosanna has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Rosanna known for?
Rosanna station village strip has independent cafes.
How far is Rosanna from Melbourne CBD?
Rosanna is 9-20km, 18-38min train, 15-28min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Rosanna to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
