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Yamagen Japanese Restaurant

7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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Find Yamagen Japanese Restaurant

7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 7 5584 1266
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yamagen Japanese Restaurant

Tucked inside the QT Gold Coast, Yamagen pairs vibrant modern izakaya fare with sleek, moody lounge energy. Regulars lean into the playful menu—crispy sashimi tacos, tempura Brussels sprouts, and truffle wagyu tartare set alongside smoky skewers straight off the robata. Floor staff coordinate the course-by-course flow with unhurried precision, guiding sake flights and matching cocktails like the shiso-laced pours before the kitchen sends out sliced wagyu sirloin with wasabi butter.

  • Inventive Izakaya Share Plates: Adventurous share plates range from sashimi tacos and truffle wagyu tartare to tempura Brussels sprouts and skewers off the robata.
  • Guided Table Service & Pairings: Attentive servers pace dishes course by course while recommending sake pairings and tailored dietary adjustments.
  • Celebration-Ready Atmosphere: A chic, energetic dining room favored for milestone dates, birthdays, and anniversaries with proactive hospitality.
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Why Choose Yamagen

Why diners choose Yamagen for milestones, inventive izakaya dishes, and guided hospitality

  • Inventive Contemporary Flavours

    Dishes like gyoza, tempura Brussels sprouts, and scallop sashimi highlight bold contemporary izakaya culinary techniques with rich depth.

    The food is beautifully presented and the flavours are deliciously intense, which I love.

    Angela Molluso

  • Showcase Culinary Craft

    Inventive presentations such as sashimi tacos and scallops served in cocktail glasses elevate modern Japanese dining into an unforgettable experience.

    The scallops in the cocktail glass was very ingenious and so different, we loved it.

    Maryam Shariati

  • Celebrated Milestones

    Anniversaries and birthdays receive dedicated celebratory recognition, including complimentary drinks, desserts, and genuine personal attention.

    The restaurant kindly prepared complimentary drinks and dessert for my partner’s birthday, and the staff even came to our table to sing, which made the night feel extra special.

    Anh Dung Tran

  • Attentive Personal Care

    Attentive hospitality and genuine warmth ensure special dinners feel relaxing, memorable, and well cared for.

    Celebrated our anniversary again have never been disappointed although this time was made a little more special thanks to our Brazilian waiter David, He went above and beyond.

    Grant Robinson

  • Expert Dietary Guidance

    Waitstaff expertly navigate guests through extensive menus, tailoring suggestions to dietary restrictions and food sensitivities.

    I'm gluten and dairy free, and the server explained everything that would be safe for me to eat.

    Tiffani Howell

  • Guided Course & Drink Pacing

    Knowledgeable servers coordinate courses smoothly while guiding drink pairings from sake flights to curated cocktails.

    Isabella navigated us through the menu as well making brilliant drink recommendations including the sake flight, a lovely warm sake, some perfectly matched wine and then a yuzu aperitif to end the evening.

    Giulia Nesci

Signature izakaya share plates and contemporary Japanese fusion highlights

  • crispy pork belly

    The crispy pork belly is also incredible.

    Angela Molluso

  • tempura Brussels sprouts

    We can never come here without ordering the gyoza and the tempura Brussels sprouts — they’re a must every time.

    Angela Molluso

  • sashimi tacos

    as were the sashimi tacos (much better than we've had at other restaurants).

    Maryam Shariati

  • truffle wagyu tartare

    the surprise of the evening was the truffle wagyu tartare.

    Rhi Rhi

Other favorites

Complementary desserts, sides, and specialty cocktails

  • panna cotta

    The highlight of our night however was the complimentary dessert dish (panna cotta) they bought out as we were celebrating my husband’s birthday 🎂 We were very appreciative for this.

    MazCal

  • Katana dessert

    But the standout has to be finishing with the Katana dessert, the artistry and flavour were incredible.

    Giulia Nesci

  • chilli garlic butter edamame

    chilli garlic butter edamame 10/10

    kate wall

  • shiso pretty

    shiso pretty (cocktail) 10/10

    kate wall

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate contemporary izakaya dining

  • Complimentary Celebration Drinks and Desserts

    Guests celebrating birthdays and anniversaries are treated to complimentary glasses of bubbles, celebratory desserts like panna cotta, and personalized table visits.

  • Detailed Dish Guidance and Eating Recommendations

    Waitstaff walk diners through each course upon presentation, offering explicit recommendations on the best way to eat and savor each dish.

  • Proactive Dietary and Sensitivity Guidance

    Servers proactively navigate dietary restrictions, detailing which menu items are safe for guests with gluten and dairy sensitivities.

  • Dedicated Sake and Beverage Pairing Flights

    Staff provide tailored beverage journeys, from the bartender answering in-depth questions about cocktails to curated warm sake and sake flights matched to dishes.

Before you head over

Practical advice on bar arrivals, dietary guidance, and celebrations

  • Pre-dinner bar seating

    Arrive before your reservation to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail or sake at the bar, where the atmosphere is relaxed and bartenders walk you through the drinks list.

  • Dietary & allergen navigation

    If dining gluten- or dairy-free, consult your server upon arrival—staff provide clear dish-by-dish walkthroughs of menu modifications and safe options.

  • Celebrate special occasions

    Mention birthdays or anniversaries in advance, as staff regularly coordinate celebratory touches like complimentary dessert or toast drinks.

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