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Akaiito

Akaiito Akaiito is a modern Japanese restaurant located conveniently in Flinders Lane. Their menu boasts fine dining options that are 100% Japanese Robatayaki Charcoal Grill, using the freshest produce direct from local Melbourne farmers. With an immersive dining experience and a newly renovated underground cocktail bar, it's the perfect spot for private events and large group bookings. Immerse yourself in the spirit of connection with signature dishes that embody the honest virtues of Japanese cuisine and culture.

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Saké pours chosen around the progression.Lighter to lift, deeper when the charcoal comes through.Ask the team when you a...
02/06/2026

Saké pours chosen around the progression.

Lighter to lift, deeper when the charcoal comes through.

Ask the team when you arrive.

Oysters to start.Cold, clean, finished with a bright hit that sets up the next course.
28/05/2026

Oysters to start.

Cold, clean, finished with a bright hit that sets up the next course.

Cocktails that keep pace with the menu.Clean builds, sharp finishes, nothing extra.
26/05/2026

Cocktails that keep pace with the menu.

Clean builds, sharp finishes, nothing extra.

The room runs quietly because the team does.From the pass to the floor, every course lands with intent.Book upstairs via...
20/05/2026

The room runs quietly because the team does.

From the pass to the floor, every course lands with intent.

Book upstairs via the link in bio.

At the heart of the kitchen lies our robatayaki grill, a traditional charcoal technique that imparts depth, smokiness an...
16/05/2026

At the heart of the kitchen lies our robatayaki grill, a traditional charcoal technique that imparts depth, smokiness and character.

Featured across our seafood and signature dishes, from toothfish to Hokkaido scallops.

Discover these dishes in our $110pp Anniversary Menu via our website.

Freshly baked miso brioche, served warm with kombu butter.Soft, delicate and deeply savoury, a signature you’ll always r...
15/05/2026

Freshly baked miso brioche, served warm with kombu butter.
Soft, delicate and deeply savoury, a signature you’ll always return to.

Happy Mother’s Day.We look forward to welcoming and celebrating all the incredible mums with us today.
09/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day.
We look forward to welcoming and celebrating all the incredible mums with us today.

A homemade soft serve made with love. A little treat from us for all mums that dine with us tomorrow 💕 Last reservations...
09/05/2026

A homemade soft serve made with love. A little treat from us for all mums that dine with us tomorrow 💕

Last reservations available via the link in bio.

Beetroot Akitakomachi rice, infused with rich tomato dashi and finished with fresh beetroot.Topped with Hokkaido scallop...
09/05/2026

Beetroot Akitakomachi rice, infused with rich tomato dashi and finished with fresh beetroot.

Topped with Hokkaido scallops, matsutake and shio kombu, deeply layered, rich in umami.

This Mother’s Day, experience our signature Omakase at Your Table degustation, a seasonal, multi-course journey crafted ...
07/05/2026

This Mother’s Day, experience our signature Omakase at Your Table degustation, a seasonal, multi-course journey crafted in our open show kitchen and presented with care at your table.

As a gesture of appreciation, Mum dines with our compliments when you join us with a minimum of three guests.

Lunch service in motion.Join us for a 2-course ($55) or 3-course ($68) menu, featuring selections from our signature à l...
01/05/2026

Lunch service in motion.
Join us for a 2-course ($55) or 3-course ($68) menu, featuring selections from our signature à la carte dishes.

Discover the full menu via the link in bio.

Smoked ocean trout, piped into a beetroot rose waffle and finished with delicate drops of yuzu gel. A balance of texture...
29/04/2026

Smoked ocean trout, piped into a beetroot rose waffle and finished with delicate drops of yuzu gel. A balance of texture, colour and precision.

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the one who deserves it most.Mum dines with our compliments when you select our signature '...
28/04/2026

This Mother’s Day, celebrate the one who deserves it most.
Mum dines with our compliments when you select our signature 'Omakase At Your Table' degustation experience with a minimum of three guests.

Join us for a refined dining experience and allow us to extend a small gesture of appreciation. A small gesture to thank her for everything she does.

Limited availability. Reservations are essential. Sunday 10th May 2026. Offer valid for tables of three guests or more, including Mum.

Our Omakase at Your Table degustation is a seasonal 10-course journey crafted in our open show kitchen and blending Japa...
27/04/2026

Our Omakase at Your Table degustation is a seasonal 10-course journey crafted in our open show kitchen and blending Japanese tradition with contemporary French technique. Sit back, and let the experience come to you.

Hokkaido scallops, delicately shaped overnight into a lotus form, lightly torched to caramelise.Served with robata brocc...
25/04/2026

Hokkaido scallops, delicately shaped overnight into a lotus form, lightly torched to caramelise.

Served with robata broccolini, citrus buttermilk and finger lime.

Freshly shucked Sydney Rock oyster on arrival with watermelon granita, finger lime and sea herbs. A bright opening to ou...
23/04/2026

Freshly shucked Sydney Rock oyster on arrival with watermelon granita, finger lime and sea herbs. A bright opening to our 2026 Seventh Anniversary Menu.

Over the years, our Beef Tartare has evolved from a signature canapé to a refined starter.Seasoned with dashi, yuzu and ...
21/04/2026

Over the years, our Beef Tartare has evolved from a signature canapé to a refined starter.

Seasoned with dashi, yuzu and Dijon for added depth, and served with sourdough from Baker Bleu because every tartare deserves the perfect toast.

This season’s rice course, Akaitakomachi rice infused with rich tomato dashi, finished with fresh beetroot and topped wi...
17/04/2026

This season’s rice course, Akaitakomachi rice infused with rich tomato dashi, finished with fresh beetroot and topped with Hokkaido scallops.

Robata King Salmon, grilled over charcoal to capture depth and smokiness. Served with sweet potato, herb tabbouleh and s...
15/04/2026

Robata King Salmon, grilled over charcoal to capture depth and smokiness. Served with sweet potato, herb tabbouleh and smoked tomato.

Japanese pumpkin with robata miso cream, seasonal peas and furikake. Comforting, savoury and quietly complex.
11/04/2026

Japanese pumpkin with robata miso cream, seasonal peas and furikake. Comforting, savoury and quietly complex.

Housemade Earl Grey ice cream, paired with chocolate mousse and hazelnut praline. Fragrant, smooth and gently indulgent ...
09/04/2026

Housemade Earl Grey ice cream, paired with chocolate mousse and hazelnut praline. Fragrant, smooth and gently indulgent to finish your night.

Lightly smoked kingfish, layered with diced sashimi, kizami wasabi and truffle ponzu. A delicate balance of smoke, heat ...
07/04/2026

Lightly smoked kingfish, layered with diced sashimi, kizami wasabi and truffle ponzu. A delicate balance of smoke, heat and umami.

Good Friday Easter service in motion.Experience our 7th Anniversary Menu a $110pp create-your-own 4-course journey, with...
03/04/2026

Good Friday Easter service in motion.
Experience our 7th Anniversary Menu a $110pp create-your-own 4-course journey, with the freedom to enhance your evening with à la carte selections.

Explore the full menu via the link in bio.

Robata-grilled miso toothfish with asparagus, clams and beurre blanc. Where Japanese technique meets classic French fine...
01/04/2026

Robata-grilled miso toothfish with asparagus, clams and beurre blanc. Where Japanese technique meets classic French finesse, a dish that remains a staple on menu.

Preparing our signature Aurum Poultry Co. Duck served with apple and ginger compote, finished with a rich red wine duck ...
30/03/2026

Preparing our signature Aurum Poultry Co. Duck served with apple and ginger compote, finished with a rich red wine duck jus.

A refined centrepiece of our degustation.

Address

349-351 Flinders Lane
Melbourne, VIC
3000

Directions for reaching the Japanese restaurant at Flinders Lane in Melbourne:

Public Transport Option:
Take a train or tram to Flinders Street station. Exit and head to Flinders Lane. The restaurant is located near this area.

Driving/Parking Option:
If you are driving, take Flinders Lane from Swanston St until you reach the restaurant's location. There are several parking options available along Flinders Lanes and nearby streets.

Telephone

+61 3 9620 1343

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Japanese restaurants are known for their attention to detail, use of fresh ingredients, and unique cooking techniques. Akaiito, located in Flinders Lane, Melbourne, is no exception. This authentic modern Japanese influenced fine dining restaurant offers a dining experience like no other.

At Akaiito, the focus is on the spirit of connection and sharing. The chefs passionately create dishes using only the freshest produce direct from local Melbourne farmers. Their menu range is diverse and has been designed by a team of talented and experienced chefs who have collaborated to bring out the honest virtues of Japanese cuisine and culture.

What sets Akaiito apart from other Japanese restaurants in Melbourne is that it is the only 100% Japanese Robatayaki Charcoal Grill in town. This means that diners can enjoy signature dishes cooked over an open flame, giving them a unique smoky flavor that cannot be replicated elsewhere.

In addition to their delicious food offerings, Akaiito also boasts a newly renovated underground cocktail bar where guests can enjoy drinks before or after their meal. The restaurant also has function spaces available for private events and large group bookings.

Overall, Akaiito provides an exceptional dining experience that embodies the best of Japanese cuisine and culture. From their attention to detail in sourcing fresh ingredients to their unique cooking techniques, this restaurant truly stands out as one of Melbourne's finest Japanese establishments.

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