Restaurant
TAKASHIYA
Shop T03 Emporium Hotel, 267 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
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Shop T03 Emporium Hotel, 267 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
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Book NowAbout TAKASHIYA
Slip past the cherry blossoms at South Bank’s Emporium Hotel to find a 13-seat counter running a two-hour, 20-course omakase. The chef commands the room with quick humor and an offbeat soundtrack, slicing Northern Bluefin chutoro alongside Ginza-grade nori. Regulars appreciate the kitchen’s easy flexibility—you can swap nigiri rice for clean cuts of sashimi if the multi-course progression starts catching up to you. Drinks staff walk guests through taste-tests on request, pacing pours right alongside seasonal Australian catch.
- Intimate Omakase Counter: A 13-seat back counter running a two-hour, 20-course omakase led by an engaging, humorous chef.
- Premium Sourcing: Combines seasonal Australian catch with Japanese imports like Ginza-grade nori and Northern Bluefin chutoro.
- Flexible Course Options: Guests can swap nigiri for sashimi portions to manage fullness across the multi-course progression.
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The TAKASHIYA Experience
Why diners choose TAKASHIYA for an intimate South Bank omakase experience
Intimate 13-Seat Counter Setting
TAKASHIYA's omakase takes place in a dedicated back room seating roughly 13 guests facing the chef, creating a close-up culinary setting.
The space only seats about 13 people around the chef, creating an intimate, engaging atmosphere.
Angela A. Lively and Entertaining Chef Interaction
Rather than maintaining formal sushi silence, the chef delivers an interactive, humorous performance that makes the multi-course meal feel welcoming and fun.
The chef was entertaining and all the dishes we had were incredible!
S Curated Japanese and Australian Ingredients
Courses pair seasonal Australian seafood with premier Japanese items, such as Ginza-grade nori and melt-in-mouth Northern Bluefin Tuna chutoro.
Each bite was not only delicious but also highlighted a thoughtful mix of seasonal Australian produce and premium Japanese ingredients.
Angela A. Flexible Nigiri-to-Sashimi Pacing
To help diners manage fullness over extensive courses, the kitchen accommodates individual appetite pacing by substituting rice portions.
if you do feel like you're getting full we were given the option to swap our nigiri for sashimi.
S Memorable Milestone Celebrations
With warm hosting, drink tastings, and multi-course presentation, diners find milestone anniversaries and celebrations well worth the premium spend.
My partner and I went here for our 1 year anniversary and it was the most amazing experience.
Sienna Stephens Attentive and Welcoming Hospitality
Warm, accommodating front-of-house hospitality complements the culinary team to ensure guests feel entirely at ease during special events.
The staff are so warm, welcoming and accommodating. The chef is amazing!
Sienna Stephens
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful service details and counter hospitality that elevate the omakase dining experience.
Intimate Back-Room Chef Counter
Guests are ushered past the front dining area into a dedicated back room seating approximately 13 people directly around the chef for an immersive omakase service.
Entertaining Chef Interaction
Breaking away from stiff sushi decorum, the chef delivers a lively, humorous performance paired with playful background music and detailed ingredient storytelling.
Flexible Nigiri-to-Sashimi Pacing
To help diners manage fullness over the extensive multi-course progression, the chef provides the flexibility to swap nigiri portions for sashimi.
Complimentary Drink Taste Testing
Floor staff offer guided drink recommendations and complimentary taste tests to help diners select the right beverage for their celebration.
Before you head over
Practical planning guidance for your South Bank omakase experience
Book the Intimate Back-Room Counter
Don't be thrown off by the playful storefront decor; the omakase is served in an intimate back counter limited to about 13 guests. Reserve your spot in advance for the full seating.
Plan for a Two-Hour Multi-Course Seating
Allow roughly two hours for the multi-course progression. The seating is paced comfortably so you can enjoy the dishes and chef's engaging performance without feeling rushed.
Pace Fullness by Swapping Nigiri for Sashimi
If you begin to feel full during the extensive progression, you can request to swap nigiri pieces for sashimi to pace yourself through the rest of the meal.
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