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Ototo Melbourne

Ototo Melbourne Ototo Melbourne is a Japanese restaurant and bar located on Flinders Lane, offering an underground escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Customers can indulge in their favorite Japanese treats such as chicken karaage or lamb skewers accompanied by drinks like Peach Sake and botanical gin mixed with prosecco, lemon, and soda. The restaurant also offers a snack food Happy Hour exclusively on Fridays between 5 pm to 6 pm where customers can enjoy discounted oysters, edamame, gyoza, lotus chips, and chicken Karaage. Make sure to reserve your spot via buff.ly/3U6FH4y for the ultimate cozy dining experience!
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Dumplings down here - blink and they’re gone, so order the extra plate.
03/06/2026

Dumplings down here - blink and they’re gone, so order the extra plate.

02/06/2026

Looking for an underground speakeasy vibe? Ototo is the place to be.

Book via the link in bio.

Don’t miss our Midweek Feast - 5 dishes for $49pp and the table basically orders itself.Monday to Thursday dinner.Book v...
28/05/2026

Don’t miss our Midweek Feast - 5 dishes for $49pp and the table basically orders itself.

Monday to Thursday dinner.

Book via the link in bio.

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The bar’s doing cardio tonight. Shaking, pouring, topping up, sending them out.This is your sign to stay for another rou...
26/05/2026

The bar’s doing cardio tonight. Shaking, pouring, topping up, sending them out.

This is your sign to stay for another round.

Hand-whipped Tofu Dip with X.O. Butter paired with freshly baked Baker Bleu sourdough. This bread is worth filling up on...
16/05/2026

Hand-whipped Tofu Dip with X.O. Butter paired with freshly baked Baker Bleu sourdough. This bread is worth filling up on!

Thanks for dining with us,  ✨Can't wait to see you in the underground next.
15/05/2026

Thanks for dining with us, ✨
Can't wait to see you in the underground next.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐We can’t wait to celebrate with all the incredible mums today. Dine on one of our set menus, and Mum...
08/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💐
We can’t wait to celebrate with all the incredible mums today. Dine on one of our set menus, and Mum eats free! Walk-ins welcome.

Minimum 3 guests required.

We’re ready to celebrate all the amazing mums this Sunday 💐 Book a set menu for three or more guests and Mum eats free, ...
08/05/2026

We’re ready to celebrate all the amazing mums this Sunday 💐
Book a set menu for three or more guests and Mum eats free, our little way of saying thank you. We know she will love our $49pp 5-course Sentaku menu.

Secure your table via the link in bio.

Still time to spoil Mum 💐Book one of our set menus for 3+ guests and Mum dines for FREE this Sunday.  No cooking, no str...
07/05/2026

Still time to spoil Mum 💐
Book one of our set menus for 3+ guests and Mum dines for FREE this Sunday.

No cooking, no stress, just an Ototo feast in the underground. Reservations via the link in bio.

Mum eats free this Sunday on Mother’s Day 💐 When you book one of our set menus for three or more guests, Mum dines on us...
04/05/2026

Mum eats free this Sunday on Mother’s Day 💐
When you book one of our set menus for three or more guests, Mum dines on us, a small gesture for everything she does.

Settle in, share a feast, pour a few cocktails and let us take care of the rest.

The crowd-pleaser. Always. “O.F.C” Ototo Fried Chicken with sweet gochujang, furikake and daikon,  a must-order large pl...
01/05/2026

The crowd-pleaser. Always.
“O.F.C” Ototo Fried Chicken with sweet gochujang, furikake and daikon, a must-order large plate on our $49pp Sentaku menu. Build your feast your way.

This Mother’s Day, take it underground and celebrate Mum the Ototo way 💐When you book one of our set menus for three or ...
28/04/2026

This Mother’s Day, take it underground and celebrate Mum the Ototo way 💐

When you book one of our set menus for three or more guests, Mum dines on us, a small gesture for everything she does (and then some).

Settle in, share a feast, pour a few cocktails and let us take care of the rest.
Sunday 10th May 2026

Limited tables available, bookings essential.
T&Cs apply. Minimum three guests, including Mum.

Planning your EOFY? Take it underground.Our speakeasy space hosts up to 180 guests, with bespoke menus, flowing drinks, ...
28/04/2026

Planning your EOFY? Take it underground.
Our speakeasy space hosts up to 180 guests, with bespoke menus, flowing drinks, DJ setup and a private bar.

Enquire now and let’s make it one to remember.

Bite-sized, but big on flavour.Crispy prawn toast with yuzu mayo, herb salad and black & white sesame, one you’ll keep r...
25/04/2026

Bite-sized, but big on flavour.
Crispy prawn toast with yuzu mayo, herb salad and black & white sesame, one you’ll keep reaching for.

Made for sharing, just how it should be.Our $49pp Sentaku menu lets you build your own 5-course feast, pick your favouri...
23/04/2026

Made for sharing, just how it should be.
Our $49pp Sentaku menu lets you build your own 5-course feast, pick your favourites and let the table do the rest.

A menu favourite for a reason.Wagyu tataki with chanterelle, pickled shallots, truffle emulsion and ponzu, delicate, ric...
21/04/2026

A menu favourite for a reason.
Wagyu tataki with chanterelle, pickled shallots, truffle emulsion and ponzu, delicate, rich, and made to start strong.

Find it as one of the small plates on our $49pp Sentaku menu.

Thanks for joining us, .yzh 📸 Camera eats first… and we don’t blame you.
21/04/2026

Thanks for joining us, .yzh 📸
Camera eats first… and we don’t blame you.

Swipe for the before and after shot  👀Our $49pp Sentaku 5 course menu, lets you build your own 5-course feast, and its a...
17/04/2026

Swipe for the before and after shot 👀
Our $49pp Sentaku 5 course menu, lets you build your own 5-course feast, and its a full spread.

At the end of our Red Thread of Fate sits our Red Booth ❤️Planning something special? Let us know, this intimate space i...
15/04/2026

At the end of our Red Thread of Fate sits our Red Booth ❤️
Planning something special? Let us know, this intimate space is perfect for the occasion.

Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour.Grilled octopus salad with heirloom tomato, smoked sour cream and tomato ponzu, one o...
13/04/2026

Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour.
Grilled octopus salad with heirloom tomato, smoked sour cream and tomato ponzu, one of the medium plates on our $49pp Sentaku menu.

One of our signatures for a reason.14-day dry-aged duck with apple & ginger compote, duck katsu and rich duck jus to dun...
08/04/2026

One of our signatures for a reason.
14-day dry-aged duck with apple & ginger compote, duck katsu and rich duck jus to dunk every bite. Options for half or whole size servings in addition to our $49pp Sentaku Menu.

Comfort, but elevated.X.O. mushroom noodles with dried shiitake, oyster mushroom, wheat noodles, soy and scallion. Anoth...
03/04/2026

Comfort, but elevated.
X.O. mushroom noodles with dried shiitake, oyster mushroom, wheat noodles, soy and scallion. Another must-order large plate on our $49pp Sentaku menu.

A little something on us 🍸 Book Sunday–Thursday evenings (5:00–6:30pm) and enjoy a complimentary cocktail with any feed ...
01/04/2026

A little something on us 🍸
Book Sunday–Thursday evenings (5:00–6:30pm) and enjoy a complimentary cocktail with any feed me menu. The perfect way to start your night underground.

The only way to do it.Juicy, homemade dumplings dunked into soy, chilli oil and spring onion... simple, messy, and serio...
30/03/2026

The only way to do it.
Juicy, homemade dumplings dunked into soy, chilli oil and spring onion... simple, messy, and seriously good.

Easter long weekend plans = sorted 🐣We’ll be serving our $49pp Sentaku menu, where you create your own set with 2 small,...
28/03/2026

Easter long weekend plans = sorted 🐣
We’ll be serving our $49pp Sentaku menu, where you create your own set with 2 small, 1 medium, 1 large and 1 side.

Book your table for the break.

Address

349-351 Flinders Lane
Melbourne, VIC
3000

If you are taking public transport, the closest train station to Flinders Lane in Melbourne is Flinders Street Station. From there, it is a short walk down Flinders Lane to reach the bar and Japanese restaurant.

If driving, there are various parking options available in the area including street parking (metered) or nearby car parks such as Wilson Parking on Flinders Lane and Collins Square Car Park on Batman's Hill Drive. From there, it is just a short walk to Flinders Lane.

Please note that these travel directions do not specify any particular destination and are meant for general information only.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 1am
Wednesday 5pm - 1am
Thursday 5pm - 1am
Friday 5pm - 1am
Saturday 5pm - 1am
Sunday 5pm - 1am

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What people say

Ototo Melbourne is a hidden gem located in Flinders Lane, offering a unique experience of an underground bar and eatery. The menu boasts a variety of Japanese cuisine, including daily hand-chopped sashimi on crispy rice squares and the fan-favorite Tuna Tataki with sake-washed ikura, hot sauce buttermilk kewpie, and puffed grain. The Paradise Prawn Chayote Salad is another must-try dish that combines bean sprouts, sweet potato, and Thai flavors for a refreshing taste. Ototo also offers lunch specials every Tuesday to Friday from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, where customers can enjoy $2 beers with any signature lunch ramen or rice dons. The restaurant's Grapeful Wine Pop event is also worth checking out for wine enthusiasts. With its cozy ambiance and delectable food options, Ototo Melbourne is the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the city while indulging in some delicious Japanese cuisine.

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