Reviews


Currently, you have 1331 appraisals from 7 website(s) on hand. The midpoint valuation for Tempura Hajime is 4.5, this indicates this restaurant is incredibly well regarded by its guests. Experience authentic Japanese cuisine in a hidden gem in busy Melbourne. The service may not be perfect, but the staff is impeccably mannered and the beer is good. Enjoy fresh sushi and tempura prepared in front of you in a super quiet corner of the city. With only 12 places around the cooking area, booking is essential. The tempura is light and crispy, the sushi is fresh and delicious, and the chef is friendly and professional. It's like being invited to someone's home, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for an intimate dining experience, Tempura Hajime is a must-visit spot for Japanese cuisine lovers.

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 1331 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Jane
20.11.2017 - 18:30

The restaurant is small and cozy and seats about 12 people. Each tempura dish is beautifully and carefully created. The chef literally makes the tempura making...

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Reuben
20.11.2017 - 18:30

This cute and intimate little (seats 12) restaurant just became a favourite. Authentic with great attention to detail. The food was fabulous, and we had a very...

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Thea
20.11.2017 - 18:30

It's like being invited to someone's home and you sit around the breakfast/Kitchen bar. Very homely. But that's where the similarity ends. The food is a joy to...

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Gael
20.11.2017 - 18:30

We had the tempura and sushi omakase. The tempura was divine - crispy on the outside, succulent in the inside and not too oily. The sashimi was nice and fresh t...

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Petra
20.11.2017 - 18:30

This is the first time we have tried this place, on the recommendation of a friend who has been there many times in the past. Reading The Age Good Food Guide, a...

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INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 687 reviews
Sinfulorganiccook
03.02.2024 - 12:55

Beautiful tempura cooked to perfection. You'll realize that such a well known Japanese common dish is such an art on to itself. Good thing this place maintains...

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Kikfoodlover
03.02.2024 - 12:55

The details are felt in the Tempura Hajime, which is a Japanese-style minimalist that can accommodate only 12 people. Each set of different styles from each gue...

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Andrew
03.02.2024 - 12:55

Have you ever eaten a prawn and really, really loved it? The prawn I had at Tempura Hajime was simply the best prawn I’ve ever eaten. It was flavoursome beyond...

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Eatwithbonny
03.02.2024 - 12:55

Came here to celebrate my anniversary with my partner. We had tempura and sushi set. It was one of the most enjoyable dining experience. You get to watch the ch...

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My
03.02.2024 - 12:55

This is the place to experience authentic tempura omakase in Melbourne.<br/ <br/ Food 5:<br/ Like many small dining establishments in Japan that are family/owne...

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Facebook
4.7 ★ from 57 reviews
Foursquare
4.2 ★ from 17 reviews
Google
4.7 ★ from 203 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5 ★ from 59 reviews
Zomato
4.4 ★ from 308 reviews

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