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KooKoo Teppanyaki (Renovation in progress)

3120 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Find KooKoo Teppanyaki (Renovation in progress)

3120 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 450 323 907
HoursMonday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About KooKoo Teppanyaki (Renovation in progress)

A night out in Surfers Paradise gets dialed up through high-heat teppanyaki theater, flying bites, and crackling iron grills. Tables surround the hot plate for dinner and a show—chefs lob food into waiting mouths, throw down fire bursts, and keep the table roaring. Regulars talk up the unexpected choices on the grill, specifically lean kangaroo steak seared rare next to classic wagyu beef, Moreton Bay bug, and buttery fried rice. Dietaries and doneness get sorted tableside before cooking begins, while younger kids stay riveted to their seats by the spatula tricks and antics.

  • Theatrical Tableside Show: Chefs lead tableside mouth-catching challenges, fire stunts, and jokes across every communal grill.
  • Kangaroo on the Grill: Tender kangaroo steak sears over the hot iron plate alongside wagyu and Moreton Bay bugs.
  • Grill-Side Dietary Customization: Individual steak temps and allergy needs, including gluten-free prep, are handled right at the hot plate.
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Why Diners Choose KooKoo Teppanyaki

Discover why guests choose KooKoo Teppanyaki for interactive celebrations, family gatherings, and bespoke grill dining.

  • High-Energy Fire Tricks & Food-Catching Games

    Chefs deliver high-energy culinary theatrics featuring interactive flame displays and food-catching challenges right at your grill station.

    The teppanyaki show was fantastic, especially the tricks, fire, and food tossing games trying to catch the food in our mouths.

    Stevie-Ree Cross

  • Dinner and an Immersive Show

    Energetic performances and tableside humour turn milestone birthdays and anniversaries into vibrant celebrations.

    KooKoo Teppanyaki is dinner and a show — chefs with serious skills, food that hits the spot, and laughs all night.

    Bobby Fong

  • Keeps Young Children Seated and Entertained

    Engaging live showmanship keeps toddlers and kids enthralled and seated at the table throughout dinner.

    It keeps the kids entertained too, which stops them from getting up and running around like they do at quieter restaurants.

    Justin Vella

  • Inclusive Family Dining Across Generations

    Personalized tableside interactions ensure children and family members of all ages feel involved in the dining fun.

    His show was not only entertaining for all of us but he went out of his way to include my 3-year-old nephew, which meant so much.

    violeta klop

  • Strict Dietary & Allergy Accommodations

    Live preparation on the teppan grill accommodates severe crustacean allergies and strict gluten-free requirements with dedicated cook order and care.

    My husband is anaphylactic to crustaceans and both nights he cooked our meat based meals before preparing the seafood.

    Georgia Tindall

  • Locally Sourced Native Kangaroo Steak

    Alongside traditional cuts, chefs expertly sear Australian kangaroo steak live tableside to each guest's exact doneness preference.

    The absolute highlight was the expertly prepared kangaroo steak, cooked to perfection right before my eyes by the restaurant’s highly skilled, passionate teppanyaki chef.

    Jonathan

Signature proteins and sets grilled live at your table

  • Wagyu

    We had the Wagyu Set x2, which was perfection from start to finish — rich, tender, and grilled right in front of us with flair.

    Ashelén Tejerina

  • Kangaroo steak

    The absolute highlight was the expertly prepared kangaroo steak, cooked to perfection right before my eyes by the restaurant’s highly skilled, passionate teppanyaki chef.

    Jonathan

  • Scallops

    I ordered the scallops, and they were awesome—I absolutely loved them!

    Miko “不點兒”

  • Moreton Bay bug

    We had the 9+wagyu and Moreton Bay bug set

    Renee Novelly

Other favorites

Complement your teppanyaki feast with specialty drinks and signature sides

  • Fried rice

    definitely upgrade to the Fried rice

    Renee Novelly

  • Watermelon mojito

    The watermelon mojito was amazing, too!

    Miko “不點兒”

  • Mango sunrise cocktail

    Recommend the Mango sunrise cocktail.

    Georgia Tindall

  • Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay

    shared a beautiful bottle of Kumeu River Estate Chardonnay from New Zealand — crisp, elegant, and a perfect match for the meal!

    Ashelén Tejerina

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches, interactive games, and attentive tableside care that elevate your teppanyaki night.

  • Interactive Food-Tossing Games and Fire Tricks

    Chefs actively engage the entire table with comedic banter, fire demonstrations, and food-tossing games where guests catch bites in their mouths.

  • Dedicated Allergen Cross-Contact Staging

    Tableside chefs adapt their cooking order to handle severe allergies safely, such as preparing meat courses prior to any shellfish for guests with severe crustacean sensitivities.

  • Personalized Tableside Birthday Messages

    Celebratory meals are enhanced with personalized details such as hand-crafted birthday messages laid out directly on the teppanyaki counter.

  • Inclusive Tableside Participation for Young Children

    Chefs go out of their way to tailor stunts and comedic elements directly to toddlers and young children, keeping them seated and engaged throughout dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I make a reservation in advance?

Yes, advance reservations are accepted and strongly encouraged, particularly for peak weekend evenings and holidays when teppanyaki tables can book out completely.

What kind of entertainment is included with the teppanyaki meal?

Teppanyaki meals at KooKoo are highly interactive and theatrical, featuring comedic performances, fire tricks, and food-tossing mouth-catch games led by energetic chefs.

Can the chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and cooking preferences?

Yes, chefs accommodate custom preferences at the start of the meal, including steak doneness, gluten-free dining, and cross-contamination precautions such as cooking meat before crustacean seafood for severe allergies.

Do you serve local Australian meats alongside traditional teppanyaki cuts?

Alongside classic Japanese proteins like wagyu beef and scallops, KooKoo offers Australian kangaroo steak seared right on the teppanyaki grill.

How large are the portions and how long does dinner take?

Portions are generous, with multi-course sets typically including proteins, seasonal vegetables, sides, and fried rice that leave guests well filled over a roughly 90-minute dining experience.

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