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19/06/2026
INDIGO WINES x OCHA
Wednesday 22 July · 6.30pm
$175pp · 6 courses · 6 matched wines
We’re delighted to welcome Indigo Vineyard from Beechworth for a special winter wine dinner at Ocha, hosted by winemaker Lilian Carter.
The evening will move through Chardonnay, Secret Village Viognier, Pinot Noir, Reminiscence Shiraz Pinot, Beechworth Shiraz and a pink lightly sparkling Frizzante — each matched to a specially created Ocha course.
MENU
Sushi
Eel, cheese salmon, seared kingfish, soft shell crab roll, spicy kingfish roll
2024 Beechworth Chardonnay
Crab Kataifi Roll
Yuzu kosho aioli
2025 Secret Village Viognier
Sansho Yaki Quail
Radicchio, nashi, greens, sesame dressing
2023 Beechworth Pinot
Nasu no Hasami Age
Prawn and lotus root eggplant “sandwiches”, silky dashi sauce
2022 Reminiscence Shiraz Pinot
Red Miso Duck in Bamboo Leaf
Smoked eggplant, grilled wombok
2022 Beechworth Shiraz
Winter Strawberry Eton Mess
Roasted strawberry, yuzu mascarpone, macadamia crumble, meringue
Beechworth Frizzante
A cosy winter night of Beechworth wine, Japanese flavours and good company.
Bookings essential.
Book via www.ocha.com.au
or phone 9853 6002
06/05/2026
Inside the Bento:
Mirin grilled Salmon, Japanese pork katsu, sashimi, prawn, harusame & wakame salad, rice, miso, yuzu panacotta. $45pp, pre order till Sat, 9pm only🍱
10/04/2026
Mother’s Day Lunch at Ocha
Celebrate Mum with a special lunch at Ocha — beautiful food, warm hospitality and a relaxed, elegant way to spend the day together.
Sunday 10 May
From 12pm
Bookings are now open for Mother’s Day lunch at Ocha.
Book online at www.ocha.com.au, call 9853 6002, or book via our Google page. melbournemothersday hawthorn hawthornrestaurants melbournerestaurants japaneserestaurant japanesefoodmelbourne melbournefood melbourneeats melbournefoodie specialoccasiondining
13/02/2026
We’re incredibly proud to be named one of Hawthorn’s Best.
After more than 30 years it still means everything to us to serve this community.
Through change, challenge and growth — you’ve kept Ocha here.
To our loyal regulars.
To our new lunch guests.
To our incredible team.
Thank you ❤️
02/02/2026
Valentine’s Day at Ocha.
A specially curated gourmet set menu designed to be shared.
$95pp · French bubbles on arrival
Bookings now open.
01/02/2026
February at Ocha — our Omakase has changed, Valentine’s Day bookings are open, and there’s plenty to drink.
Read more.
06/01/2026
A quick staff lunch snuck in while prepping for our first service back of 2026 ✨
A moment to pause, share a bowl, and get ready to welcome you again.
We reopen tonight for dinner,
with full lunch & dinner service from tomorrow.
If you’re still in town, we’d love to see you. Bookings via link in bio 🍣
19/12/2025
Work done. Dinner sorted. 🍶
We’re open tonight and tomorrow night, plus we’ve added Sunday & Monday nights as a little extra before we wrap up the year — with Tuesday 23rd, lunch & dinner our final regular service for 2025.
Relaxed plates, beautiful drinks, no occasion required.
📍 Hawthorn
🔗 Bookings via link in bio
Address
3 Church Street
Hawthorn, VIC
3122
To reach the Japanese restaurant located on Church Street in Melbourne, you can take a tram or train to Flinders Street Station and then transfer to another tram or walk for a few blocks. Alternatively, if you're driving, there are several parking options nearby including street parking and several commercial parking lots within walking distance.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 3pm |
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6pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
6pm - 10:30pm |
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What people say
Japanese restaurants are known for their meticulous preparation of fresh ingredients and the use of traditional techniques to create unique flavors. Ocha, located on Church Street in Melbourne, is a Japanese restaurant that has been serving contemporary Japanese cuisine for over 21 years. The team at Ocha is dedicated to providing attentive service while also sharing stories with their customers.
One of the best things about Ocha is their menu, which encourages shared dining. The dishes are prepared using traditional techniques but also have playful and imaginative touches that make them approachable and memorable. The dining room at Ocha is relaxed and understated, allowing the food and staff to shine.
The Ocha experience is not just about the food; it's also about becoming a part of their convivial family. Making a booking online, over the phone or in person is all it takes to join this welcoming community.
Overall, Ocha offers an exceptional dining experience with delicious food, attentive service, and a warm atmosphere. If you're looking for contemporary Japanese cuisine in Melbourne, look no further than Ocha on Church Street.
