This delightful relaxed cafe is located in the quaint village of Federal. Kind of the middle of…read morenowhere this place is a fun drive deep into the Byron Bay region hinterland. Serving are generous and so fresh. the teriyaki chicken was mouth watering and so too, the prawn tempura salad. The sushi was stunning. The food experience was great and we had a good coffee. It is very basic accomodation however that is also the charm of this place. Delightful people doing a great remote foodie service very well. Good value, great fun and worth every minute of the drive to find this place. (A little hint - if you relaying on GPS to get there download before you leave as connectivity is limited)

Great! Lovely…read morefriendly service We had coffee and cakes then went back later for lunch. Pros Eclectic take on Japanese food. Lovely rustic outdoor setting. Food excellent. Cons Could be a problem When wet as does get very busy and not many tables undercover!

Unbelievably good sushi and Japanese take away, with outdoor seating, just up from the beach in…read moreCabarita. Friendly and efficient staff and fantastic food at a great price. If you are in Cabarita and they are open then go and eat the sushi, the miso, the gyoza, the tempura noodles or anything else. They are clearly people who value fresh, high quality food with love and taste. No website, only a facebook page "Izabu Japanese" https://www.facebook.com/IZABU-Japanese-Food-900546296662388/

Location is fantastic. Easy to get to. Parking everywhere but might have to search for a bit…read morebecause this place is so popular for tourist destination. The restarting itself is hip and service is fast. Now to the sushi part... Oh My GOD! The fish is high quality. You can TASTE the difference comparing to many other business around the area. It has a train that delivers the sushi and you could also order from the chefs. There is also a menu that you can order from. I got their salmon sashimi and it just salivated in my mouth. I also ordered a salmon and tuna hand roll and it was spot on. If you are looking for a quick sit down with GREAT quality sushi. This is the place to go.

I was practically ready to reroute that sushi train directly into my mouth the moment we walked…read moreinto Kinoko, but I restrained myself. Being back in civilisation after a weekend of gumbooting my way around Splendour In The Mud had nearly broken me. Nearly. Enter Kinoko. Five of us were able to sit down, pick up some immediate necessities from the train (wakame salad - check. Salmon sashimi - check.) as well as order a few specialities from the made-to-order menu like agedashi eggplant, udon and gourmet rolls. Definitely a spot I'd visit again if in the area - hopefully next time in a much less savage mood. Any restaurant that can gracefully feed five feral festival-goers and somehow manage to please each and every one of us is definitely worth repeating.

I went to this place twice. The first time I went was with a friend and we both ordered "Ramen" but…read moreit was not like any Ramen we had ever had. They used instant noodles and there was no protein on top at all, just instant noodles, soup broth, a bit of grated carrot and spring onions. (the spring onions and carrot seemed to just be there as a distraction from how lacking the dish was). As the first time I had gone was just after the place opened I decided to give it another try a few weeks after - After this second visit it became clear to me and my friends that the people making the food have little knowledge about food and how to prepare it. This Restraunt sells some mediocre sushi to go and some hot dishes they keep in a food warmer on display. They don't seem to use fresh ingredients and know little to no English- you can't ask a single question without all round confusion. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

I've had sushi here a few times and rolls always seem fresh and are a good size. The staff are…read morehappy to serve on plates rather than the dreaded plastic takeaway container. The udon is standard - it's fine. The sushi is the pick. Nice little spot and good for kids.

This is a great little Japanese restaurant. The food was fresh, simple and tasty, the service was…read moregreat. Staff are more than happy to explain what things are on the menu. Not too crowded either, so you should book in first.

We visited Banzai for the first time today. The food was expertly and deliciously prepared, service…read moreprompt and gracious, and meal priced fairly. We enjoyed the Kenzai Don (sashimi rice bowl), mixed tempura and miso soup. We will definitely be return customers.

This place gets 5 stars for value! I couldn't believe my eyes when I was able to order a 6 piece…read moresalmon sushi for $3.50 AUD. Everything else always seems to be in the $20 range. Service was pleasant and fast. Presentation nice. Seems like a good place to stop by for lunch if you're already in the area.

Love this japanese restaurant thats five minutes from my house! They are truly a hidden gem located…read morein a small complex with a gas station. There is ample parking available. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner however they are closed in between. Upon entering you are presented with menus and are able to choose a table to sit at. Their menu is very broad ranging from meat to ramen to fish and sushi. Ive been about five times already and always stick with the sushi while my partner orders a meal. The white dragon roll, pink dragon roll, and california roll are my favorites. Its very hard to find a sushi spot in Australia that makes actual rolls instead of nigiri so the moment I discovered this place I was hooked. The quality is outstanding and sauces they add are so delicious! My partner is in love with their garlic chicken and orders it each time. Prices are very reasonable and service is usually very fast. Highly recommend checking this place out.

Absolutely fabulous food - everything we had was cooked to perfection. Out of every dish we had we…read morecouldn't pick a favorite. Highly recommend - good food for a great price.

What a find this place was! You'd drive past it a million times and never stop by, but this…read moreunpretentious little eatery serves traditional Japanese food that is matched by the fanciest restaurants. First time I stumbled in, the places was filled with Japanese families and couples. The first rule of Asian restaurants applies here... if it is full of Asians, the food will be good. I don't live near Palm Beach, but when I want an excellent Japanese feed, I make the trek out there. You won't regret it either.

Why oh why are there no reviews for this fabulous place?!! I'm not even a local and I'm jealous…read morethat I don't get to come here all the time. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The menu is diverse ranging from sushi to salads to curries and there is an extensive range of sake and other Japanese alcohol. I first time I enjoyed miso soup, gyoza, and japanese pancake for around $20 which is very reasonable, as the rest of their menu. The second time I had the chicken katsu curry with salad for $16 which was huge and very filling. Yum. I'm going to miss this place. I hope more locals appreciate it now :)

Good place for Japanese food in Byron. It is quite small which isn't great and the chairs aren't…read morecomfortable either, but it gives you the atmosphere and the food is great as well as being reasonably priced. It's got a wide range for a menu, giving everyone a choice for a good meal.

Delicious light meals that don't make you feel like you're bloated and slow. Japanese sushi, ramen,…read moreand more. One negative is that you get charged 50c more for take away so the prices are inaccurate for some. Seating is a little strange with just two large tables inside and two outdoor benches. Overall, very nice people, very nice food and presentation. Try the japadogs and the teriyaki salmon with garlic rice

Waka Japanese Dining (previously known as Sora) is a fantastic little Japanese restaurant located…read morejust a few minutes drive away from the hustle and bustle of the very busy Broadbeach area. The menu is full of very authentic and tasty items (we have tried a number of them over the years), but by far our favorite which we have without fail every time we dine here is their Bakudan Tofu. This is basically sashimi slices (salmon, tuna and one other I don't remember) and tofu in a spicy sesame broth - totally yummy! The owners are always very friendly, and even remember us even though we aren't here overly often! Waka are currently undergoing a big renovation to it's outdoor dining area, they are hoping to be back 100% by January 2016. For now, it's only dining inside.