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Sokyo

33 William St, Brisbane City QLD 4001, Australia

Recommended by 19 people

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33 William St, Brisbane City QLD 4001, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Sokyo

Modern Japanese dining built for landmark milestones, where delicate sashimi courses and artful plates anchor a sleek, energetic dining room. Sashimi regulars gravitate straight to the fatty otoro and the rich uni, though couples marking anniversaries consistently single out the wagyu bowl over umami rice shaved with fresh truffle. Executive Chef Alex frequently checks in table-side, balancing the lively casino floor energy just beyond the doors. For dedicated pacing, pull up stools at the sushi counter for direct chef interactions, or escape to the private VIP rooms where dedicated flights pair fine wines and sakes course by course.

  • Chef-Counter Hospitality: Executive Chef Alex and sushi chefs frequently engage directly with guests across dedicated chef-counter set menus.
  • Private Dining Rooms: Dedicated VIP dining rooms provide a calm, intimate backdrop for milestone birthdays and multi-course family events.
  • Dual Sake & Wine Pairings: Tasting menus offer structured sommelier beverage flights pairing distinct Japanese sakes alongside fine wines.
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Why Choose Sokyo Brisbane

Discover why diners celebrate milestone occasions and culinary milestones at Sokyo Brisbane.

  • Artistic Modern Japanese Tasting Menus

    Guests indulging in the multi-course tasting experience enjoy artfully presented courses that balance intricate aesthetic craft with remarkable flavor.

    Every dish that arrived looked like a tiny work of art.

    Kylie Buzinkic

  • Interactive Chef Counter Hospitality

    Dining at the dedicated chef's counter features direct interaction and personalized attention from the executive culinary team.

    Thank you chef Alex and Orita for coming over to say hi. It really made our experience even better.

    Thien Nguyen

  • Secluded VIP Rooms for Landmark Events

    Dedicated VIP dining rooms provide a secluded, sophisticated setting tailored for hosting milestone group events and family landmarks.

    We were fortunate to dine in a private room that was elegant, spacious and made the evening feel even more special.

    강영진

  • Curated Sake and Wine Sommelier Pairings

    Expertly guided parallel beverage pairings give diners tailored choices between fine wine selections and specialized sake flights.

    we booked the chef table set menu experience with the wine and sake pairing. My partner had the wine I had the sake

    Jamie Smith

  • Warm, Celebratory Guest Care

    Thoughtful hospitality and personalized service ensure guests feel thoroughly celebrated during landmark occasions.

    His warm hospitality made my birthday feel even more special.

    엘라잌ELlike

  • Elegant yet Welcoming Ambiance

    Guests experience an elevated, high-end atmosphere that remains comfortably welcoming and unpretentious throughout the evening.

    The atmosphere is elegant but still relaxed…the perfect place for a special night out

    Kylie Buzinkic

Standout culinary creations most celebrated by guests

  • Duck Breast

    Signature duck dish is a must try.

    李融

  • Red Snapper Tempura

    we all especially loved the red snapper tempura — the combination of the fish and the dipping sauce was so umami and refreshing.

    Erica Hung

  • Otoro

    Every dish was beautifully prepared and the otoro was definitely the highlight for me.

    강영진

  • Pork Belly

    100% recommend the Pork Belly dish, it blew us away.

    Thien Nguyen

Other favorites

Sides, starters, and sweets that complement the signature dining experience

  • King Mushroom

    King Mushroom (it was amazinggggg! The sauce was exceptional)

    Thien Nguyen

  • Mousse whipped whisky foam dessert

    mousse whipped whisky foam dessert!

    Thien Nguyen

  • Pacific oysters

    We had the larger tasting menu & added the pacific oysters, all delicious

    Natalie Thompson

  • Umami rice

    We had wagyu rice bowl (?) with umami rice. It was special and you could add truffle to it. It was one of my favorite!!

    Ellen Kim

Beyond the menu

Above-and-beyond hospitality touches that elevate milestone dinners and tasting menu experiences at Sokyo.

  • Personal Chef Visits & Counter Hospitality

    Executive chefs and sushi masters personally visit tables and guide guests through the meal, creating an engaging, welcoming connection throughout the evening.

  • Secluded VIP Room Celebrations

    Dedicated VIP dining rooms provide a secluded, sophisticated atmosphere complete with warm lighting and intricate design details for milestones and family events.

  • Dual Sommelier Sake & Wine Pairings

    Courses can be accompanied by dedicated, parallel sake flights or curated fine wines, guided with expert drink pairing knowledge.

  • Proactive Celebration & Dietary Checks

    Front-of-house staff proactively inquire about special occasions and allergy details ahead of ordering to tailor the pacing and meal to the celebration.

Before you head over

Practical advice for booking, timing, and pacing your dining experience at Sokyo Brisbane

  • Arrive Promptly at Your Reserved Seated Time

    Tables are seated at your scheduled reservation slot rather than earlier. If you arrive early, the bar near the hotel front desk is unlinked and requires separate payment.

  • Communicate Your Preferred Meal Cadence Early

    If you prefer a relaxed dining pace across multi-course tasting menus, communicate your preferred meal cadence early to avoid overlapping or fast-paced course pacing.

  • Confirm Celebration and Allergy Notes at Check-In

    If reserving for an anniversary or dietary needs, confirm those celebration notes and dietary requirements directly upon arrival to ensure personalized attention.

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