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Leaf Japanese Restaurant & Bar

Shop2/9/13 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272, Australia

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Find Leaf Japanese Restaurant & Bar

Shop2/9/13 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272, Australia

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+61 7 5545 4223
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Plan your visit

About Leaf Japanese Restaurant & Bar

Tucked along Main Western Road, Leaf delivers genuine izakaya comfort on Tamborine Mountain. Run by a couple from Osaka, this intimate dining room trades tourist buzz for quiet, deliberate cooking. Regulars know to secure a table ahead of time—seating is limited, and walks-ins often miss out. The kitchen moves effortlessly between crisp agedashi tofu, beef sukiyaki udon hot pots that take the edge off cold mountain evenings, and generously packed bento boxes brimming with fresh sashimi. Plant-based diners are equally well looked after, with dedicated orders like tempura miso eggplant, silken tofu, and pan-fried mushroom gyoza paired with chilled umeshu.

  • Comforting Mountain Hot Pots: Simmering beef sukiyaki udon hot pots and rich curries offer reliable warmth during chilly mountain nights.
  • Plant-Based Craft: Standout dedicated dishes include tempura miso eggplant, pan-fried mushroom gyoza, and silken tofu bento boxes.
  • Intimate Izakaya Dining: Run by an Osaka couple, serving authentic Japanese staples alongside curated sake and umeshu.
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What Sets Leaf Apart

Why diners choose Leaf Japanese Restaurant & Bar on Tamborine Mountain

  • Generous, Umami-Rich Japanese Staples

    Guests enjoy generous portions of classic Japanese staples, from freshly made bento sets packed with sashimi to sizzling gyoza and house specials.

    Everything is always fresh, delicious and full of umami flavour.

    Kaitlin Lester

  • Dedicated Plant-Based & Vegan Variety

    Plant-based diners can enjoy authentic Japanese dishes, including vegan bento boxes, mushroom gyoza, and signature tempura miso eggplant.

    It was fantastic to find such excellent Vegan Japanese options so close to home.

    Tiffany Ward

  • Hearty Warmth for Mountain Evenings

    Steaming beef sukiyaki udon hot pots and hearty curries provide restorative comfort after hiking misty mountain trails.

    the hearty hotpot and curry nice made us felt like we were in Japan on a rainy and misty night on the mountain.

    Felix S

  • Post-Hike Mountain Refueling

    Whether stopping in after an active day exploring trails or spending a cold evening out, diners find hearty, replenishing meals that exceed expectations.

    After a long hiking Sunday we decided to try out this japanese restaurant without expecting too much. But our expectations were more than exceeded!

    Niels Vincent

  • Authentic Tokyo Izakaya Atmosphere

    Run by dedicated Japanese culinary hosts, the compact dining room offers guests the feeling of walking directly into an authentic Tokyo izakaya.

    Literally like being teleported to an authentic, cute, modern Izakaya in Tokyo.

    The Wine Libertine

  • Curated Sake & Genuine Hospitality

    Thoughtful curation extends to Japanese sakes and umeshu, paired with attentive and engaging table hospitality that makes every guest feel at home.

    100% fantastic authentic Japanese cuisine with an excellent range of Japanese Sake.

    Stephen Pahl Properties

Signature mains and customer favorites crafted with authentic flavor

  • Bento Box

    The bento boxes are great value including fresh sashimi.

    Kaitlin Lester

  • Tempura Miso Eggplant

    The tempura miso eggplant is the best!

    Kaitlin Lester

  • Beef Sukiyaki Udon Hot Pot

    It's a cold night so we ordered the beef sukiyaki udon noodle hot pot and a chicken karaage bento.

    Elix R

  • Chicken Katsu Curry

    the chicken katsu curry was the best I’ve ever eaten

    Denise Taylor

Other favorites

Authentic starters, drinks, and sweets to complement your table

  • Agedashi Tofu

    The light, crispy coating on the tofu and broth of the agedashi dish were absolutely delicious.

    Tiffany Ward

  • Prawn Gyoza

    Prawn gyoza was tender and silky with a lovely crunch from the pan fry.

    Rk M

  • Japanese Sake

    100% fantastic authentic Japanese cuisine with an excellent range of Japanese Sake.

    Stephen Pahl Properties

  • Matcha and Black Sesame Ice Creams

    Their matcha and black sesame ice creams also come in generous servings.

    Janelle Kwong (she/her)

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches, personal hospitality, and careful culinary details that elevate dining on Tamborine Mountain.

  • Complimentary Kitchen Extras During Takeaway Delays

    When a takeout order experienced a slight delay, the kitchen thoughtfully prepared and included complimentary extras to make up for the wait.

  • Proactive Dietary Customization for Plant-Based Diners

    Staff proactively offered custom tempura vegetable substitutions to adapt dishes like okonomiyaki into a vegetarian-friendly option served sizzling on a hotplate.

  • Family-Focused Dining Care

    The team provides tailored, accommodating hospitality for young families with toddlers and babies, creating a genuinely welcoming environment in a compact dining space.

  • Chef-Led Hospitality & Curated Sake Knowledge

    Guests enjoy direct care and authentic craftsmanship from the Japanese owner-chef, paired with an informative and curated selection of sake and traditional umeshu.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit to Leaf Japanese Restaurant & Bar

  • Book in Advance

    Tables fill up quickly in this intimate space, and walk-ins are frequently turned away without an advance reservation. Book your table online ahead of time to secure seating.

  • Explore Vegan & Veg Options

    Plant-based diners can enjoy a dedicated spread including mushroom gyoza, tempura miso eggplant, agedashi tofu, and custom vegan bento boxes, alongside vegetarian okonomiyaki substitutions.

  • Order Bento Takeaway

    If dining rooms are booked up or you are heading back from a mountain hike, bento boxes and hot mains are available for takeaway pick-up.

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