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Hato Gyoza and Grill

123 Albert St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

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123 Albert St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hato Gyoza and Grill

Just off the Queen Street bustle, Hato Gyoza and Grill serves hearty, izakaya-style Japanese sets built for serious appetites. Watch the kitchen sear and simmer through the streetfront glass, then settle in for hefty bento trays loaded with tender braised pork belly, crisp chicken katsu, and juicy gyoza. Regulars point out that the house meal sets skip the usual plain miso in favor of a comforting, briny clam pipi broth alongside pickles, croquettes, and rice.

  • House Pipi Broth Sets: Hefty bento sets swap out standard miso for a distinct seafood clam broth paired with croquettes, pickles, and rice.
  • Open Kitchen Window: Diners can watch the kitchen grill, fry, and assemble dishes directly through the streetfront display window.
  • Quiet Downtown Retreat: Generous portions of katsu toji, unagi donburi, and noodle soups set back from the city pedestrian rush.

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Why Dine at Hato Gyoza and Grill

Why Brisbane diners choose Hato Gyoza and Grill for satisfying meals and peaceful breaks

  • Complete Multi-Item Bento Sets

    Multi-course bento sets pair generous proteins like chicken teriyaki or katsu toji with rice, edamame, and crispy sides.

    Ordered the chicken teriyaki set which included a salad, soup, edamame, fried egg rolls, bowl of rice and the main dish.

    E. Ty
  • Signature Clam and Pipi Broth

    Unlike standard casual venues serving plain miso, combo sets include house clam and pipi seafood soup alongside traditional mains.

    We always come here to satisfy our Japanese food cravings ever since we tasted their Pipi soup. It's the best along with their Unagi meal.

    Lynne Liwat
  • Cozy Japanese Comfort Food

    Warm dashi broths, freshly fried tempura, and rich curry flavors deliver cozy comfort reminiscent of nostalgic dining.

    It felt like real comfort food. Cozy, tasty, and satisfying. Highly recommend!

    Bruno Soares Abreu
  • Atmospheric Izakaya Charm

    A traditional izakaya-style environment brings back fond memories of classic Japanese neighborhood dining.

    The cozy Japanese atmosphere of an 居酒屋(izakaya) was well and truly a vibe.

    Craig
  • Quiet Retreat Off the Mall

    Tucked quietly off the crowded Queen Street corridor, the venue offers a peaceful escape from busy city shopping precincts.

    A very short walk out of the mall to a quiet, pleasant, and very yummy Japanese Grill.

    Charlie Axelsen
  • Tucked-Away City Haven

    Diners can step away from crowded pedestrian footpaths into a relaxed spot suited for both solo dining and unwinding.

    Hidden place in the city, huge portion size. It’s peaceful despite people walking past.

    A A (Pellomarshmello)

Other favorites

Sides, snacks, and drinks to complement your meal

  • Pork Gyoza

    Juicy filling with good flavour

    Lynn
  • Tempura

    The tempura was spot on, light, crisp, and not greasy at all.

    Lynn
  • Agedashi Tofu

    Delicious unagi don (favourite), agedashi tofu, tempura and braised pork belly

    Tiffanie Ng
  • Sapporo Beer

    it was all washed down with an icy cold Sapporo beer.

    Bill

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, set accompaniments, and portion sizes

  • Arrive early for lunch seating

    Seating in the shared dining corridor fills up quickly during the peak midday rush, so arrive early if you plan to sit down for lunch.

  • Note the clam pipi broth in sets

    Traditional set meals are accompanied by a house pipi/clam seafood broth rather than standard miso, which diners with seafood allergies or preferences should keep in mind.

  • Portions are substantial and easy to share

    Multi-dish bento combinations and curry plates feature generous amounts of rice and sides, making them ideal to share if you have a smaller appetite.

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