Best Sushi & Japanese in Yallambie Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best sushi and japanese option in Yallambie to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Common Room is the one everyone knows. Ruby Kitchen is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora. Yallambie sits in the Outer North corridor, 22-33km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best sushi and japanese scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Yallambie since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Max Kitchen — 223 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Max Kitchen has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.

Order this: The charcuterie board ($12) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Parking is free on Brunswick Street after 6pm.

2. Lena Depot — 253 Rowan Lane, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Lena Depot has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 54 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The lamb shoulder ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

3. Atlas Corner — 252 Brunswick Drive, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) A quiet achiever Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Atlas Corner has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 38 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Go for: The crispy chicken ($20) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Yallambie farmers market when it runs.

4. Leo Post — 181 Brunswick Drive, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Leo Post has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The mushroom pasta ($24) — the best version in Yallambie Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

5. Gus Table — 138 Sydney Road, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) A local institution Cost: $8-17 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Gus Table has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($10) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 46 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The mushroom pasta ($13) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

6. Hazel’s — 214 Thomas Terrace, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-20 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Hazel’s has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 42 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Brunswick Drive is usually fine.

Ask for: The seasonal special ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Yallambie farmers market when it runs.

What Nobody Tells You About Yallambie

Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora. La Trobe University Wildlife Sanctuary nearby. The best sushi and japanese options here reflect Yallambie’s character. If you’re living in or near Yallambie, 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.

7. Golden Cellar — 3 Brunswick Drive, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: groups

Golden Cellar has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($25) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

8. Ada Table — 323 Thomas Terrace, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-36 per person Best for: remote workers

Ada Table has been operating in Yallambie for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Start with: The fish special ($27) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Yallambie roaster — ask which one.

9. Ada’s — 70 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $16-26 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

Ada’s has been operating in Yallambie for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The house-made relish ($22) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

10. The Common Works — 216 Lake Grove, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) A solid local spot Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

The Common Works has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Thomas Terrace is usually fine.

Get the: The charcuterie board ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They source produce from Yallambie farmers market when it runs.

11. River Social — 210 Rowan Lane, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) The one that surprised us Cost: $20-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

River Social has been operating in Yallambie for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The house-made relish ($22) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

12. Zara’s — 308 Thomas Terrace, Yallambie VIC 3068

What it is: (sushi and japanese) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Zara’s has been operating in Yallambie for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 48 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Sydney Road is usually fine.

Try this: The daily soup ($16) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: They source produce from Yallambie farmers market when it runs.

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FAQ

What are the best best sushi and japanese options in Yallambie?

Ava’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Yallambie good for best sushi and japanese?

Yes. Yallambie has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Yallambie known for?

Small residential suburb between Macleod and Bundoora.

How far is Yallambie from Melbourne CBD?

Yallambie is 22-33km, 40-50min train, 30-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Yallambie isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026