Reviews


As of now, there are 241 assessments available from 4 website(s). The mean score for Kappo is 4.6, implying that this restaurant is incredibly well regarded by its guests.

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 241 reviews

What Lawson Kilback likes about Kappo:
Had the five course omakase with matched sake. Every course was lovely and it was nice to learn and taste more sake. However, this is not the place to go if you're a big eater. Portions were delicately sized. We paid $150 per head for dinner and matched drinks so this is a premium experience. View all feedback. What Keira Christiansen doesn't like about Kappo:
We went to Kappo for lunch and we had the restaurant to ourselves. We ate downstairs, at a table next to the bar. The service was excellent, our waiter explained every dish and he was attentive but not intrusive. I was a little disappointed with the food, not as interesting as I expected and mostly not that tasty. I loved the desserts (even if I don't have a sweet tooth) but the other courses were pretty average. Als... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
4.4 ★ from 5 reviews
Maya
20.11.2017 - 18:31

Absolutely gorgeous meal and flawless service. We felt as though we were back in our old home in Tokyo. Every dish was technically superb and perfectly balanced...

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Ruby
20.11.2017 - 18:31

Kappo is a omakase only restaurant with a choice of 5, 7 or 9 course. I am there by myself and opt for the 9 course with sake matching.It is a small dining room...

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Jerry
20.11.2017 - 18:31

WE chose the 7 dishes option and each course was a unique and imaginative gastronomic experience. The slow-cooked abalone was the best we've ever eaten, even th...

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Stéphane
20.11.2017 - 18:31

I went with my wife and had the 5 course menu before a show. Straight up, if you are looking for a loud buzzy izakaya this isn't the place. It is Japanese done...

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Tito
20.11.2017 - 18:31

Entrance to the restaurant is via a closed door in Flinders Lane only entered after pressing a doorbell then waiting for it to be opened. We were escorted down...

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Kappo, a hidden gem in Melbourne's Flinders Lane, offers a unique and intimate dining experience. Upon entering through a discreet door, guests are transported to a chic and stylish restaurant with impeccable service. While some found the pricing to be on the higher side, the beautifully presented dishes and extensive drinks selection make it a premium experience worth indulging in. From the meticulously prepared courses to the delightful desserts and sake pairings, Kappo delivers a truly memorable Japanese dining experience. Highly recommended for those looking for a culinary journey through subtle Japanese flavors and creative gastronomic delights.

INT Restaurants
4.6 ★ from 146 reviews
Erick
03.02.2024 - 07:18

Ordered the 9 course omakase and the experience was fun! The ambience was very relaxing and the staff explained the meal as they arrive. The total time it took...

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Michael
03.02.2024 - 07:18

Delicious Japanese modern cuisine in a small but fashionable setting. Service is knowledgeable and friendly. Three set menu options additionally offering a well...

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Barry
03.02.2024 - 07:18

We just had a 7 course lunch at Kappo – absolutely incredible – the service was excellent from Simon and the Chef – the right amount of conversation and of cour...

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P
03.02.2024 - 07:18

The 9-course Odoroki set is on a par with the fine omakase experience to be found in the Ginza. Breathtakingly original flavours are served with traditional fin...

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Hai
03.02.2024 - 07:18

Had a really enjoyable night here. The service was amazing from the moment we walked in right till when we left. The food was absolutely delicious. Would strong...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 40 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 55 reviews

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