Raku

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Top 3 Reasons to Eat Here

1. Fantastic Food!
1. Fantastic Food!
"This is the best Japanese food in Canberra"
Patrick_Keogh
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2. Superb Service!
2. Superb Service!
"The staff were extremely friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable"
Jason H
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3. Exceptional Dining Experience
3. Exceptional Dining Experience
"incredible. The staff, service, atmosphere and food is impeccable. "
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Reviewed 2 days ago

We went here last night with friends. The $80 a head tasting menu was amazing. Sashimi, wagyu beef gyoza, tempura zucchini flowers, green tea ice cream, the list keeps going. Not one dish disappointed. We have eaten a lot of Japanese as this is our...More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank Mpeg36
Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Date: 22 March 2019 Ate here because: my wife wanted to eat here after hearing good reviews. Meal Type: dinner My 3 Essentials: - Food: it was outstanding but the portions could be slightly larger for the price. - Service: outstanding - Atmosphere: nice Japanese...More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank KJO74
Reviewed 1 week ago

Every dish from sashimi to dessert was tasty and absolutely beautifully presented. The food tasted authentically Japanese, but had a lovely modern twist. The desserts were inspired. The price of food and drinks are reasonable for the quality. The restaurant is on the noisy side,...More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank Sue T
Reviewed 1 week ago

Lovely decoration, especially given its siting streetside in a shopping mall. A variety of seating - small tables with stools, bar-side and a row of cosy booths. We think the booths are great for four people and suggest requesting one of these when booking. Raku's...More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank anneverywhere
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

No expense has been spared on this fit out. The moment you walk in the door you feel grounded, the ambience is calm and quiet even during busy times. On this visit my friend and I sat casually at the bar, an experience in it...More

Date of visit: October 2018
Thank BNewham
Reviewed 1 week ago

The booths are great to sit in for privacy and make you think you're the only one in the restaurant. The menu selectiuon is amazing, lots of great choices for authentic Japanese cuisine.

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank _ss_michael_ss_
Reviewed 1 week ago

I live in Sydney but have eaten here the last three times I've visited. The restaurant fit out is stunning, and I especially like the wrap around bar seats although the private rooms are fun as well. Food is fresh and delicious in perfect sized...More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank MediaTart
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We went there without booking, and were lucky to get a table in the bar area where we could see the sushi chefs preparing the dishes. We tried the package menu that cost $80 per person and feel very satisfied especially with the wagyu beef....More

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank K2472IQkarenw
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

We have been here a couple of times now and we will definitely be coming back here again. It’s got a great vibe and style which is complimented by great staff too. If I was recommending only one or two restaurants to go to while...More

Date of visit: February 2019
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Reviewed 24 February 2019

We went to Raku on the recommendation of friends and we wish we had gone sooner. Overall, an excellent dining experience. Service was attentive and friendly without being obtrusive or familiar. If you want a quiet intimate night, don't go to Raku! However, our request...More

Date of visit: February 2019
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Response from fitzjo | Reviewed this property |
Yes My daughter is vegan and they provided great choices
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Chloe S
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