If you are in the mood for a culinary chef-d’oeuvre, then you should visit Takumi. This Melbourne Japanese restaurant is the best of its kind. Not only is the food top notch, but the design of the restaurant creates a relaxing and pleasurable ambience.
Takumi is the only Melbourne Japanese restaurant that serves Wagyu beef. If you don’t know what Wagyu is, it is a premium grade cut of beef. The meat is so tender and juicy it melts in your mouth. You can get this beef cooked in multiple styles. Many people enjoy it as a burger, grilled and marinated with Sukiyaki sauce. Personally, I recommend trying the Wagyu Yakiniku Lunch Set. The beef is served raw and is cooked on a smokeless grill. It is also served with veggies and a complimentary glass of beer or wine. Not only does this taste flavorful, but being able prepare it yourself is an excellent experience.
This Japanese restaurant may specialize in Wagyu beef, but that is not the only Japanese delicacy it has to offer. Frequent lunch visitors also love the bento box. The restaurant offers several options on the main entree for the bento box. A favorite Japanese entree is Gyoza. These pan fried dumplings are exceedingly good and addictive. You cannot stop at one. If you are a seafood fan, give the Unagi bento Box a try. Unagi is smoked grilled eel and is a very popular and delicious Japanese restaurant dish.
The decor of the restaurant offers a very zen-like feeling. You will feel right at home when dining here. The sleek and comfortable high back chairs and subtle decorations have a calming affect and allows you to feel like you are having a quiet meal at home, even though you are in the presence with other people.
Overall, Takumi is a tremendous Japanese restaurant. From their delicious menu offerings, to the many different Saki choices, this Melbourne Japanese restaurant is number one in my book.