12-hour brothJapanese Noodle Soups
Ramen
Our signature 12-hour Tori Paitan broth poured over hand-crafted noodles, grilled chashu, soft-boiled egg and seasonal toppings.
4.4 Google Rating(128 reviews)Chapel St, Prahran VIC
Chapel St
Prahran VIC 3181
Our Story
Where Tokyo
meets Chapel Street
At Umami Tokyo we bring the soul of Japan's izakaya culture to the heart of Melbourne. From our signature 12-hour Tori Paitan ramen to rich katsu curry, each dish is crafted with traditional technique and modern Melbourne energy.
Whether you're dropping in for a quick lunch, settling in for a long dinner, or celebrating a special occasion — Umami Tokyo is your home away from Tokyo.
Crafted with Soul
Our broths simmer for 12 hours to develop deep, layered umami flavour. Every bowl is built from scratch, every day.
Tokyo Street Energy
Inspired by the izakayas and ramen-ya of Tokyo — vibrant, casual dining where the food does the talking.
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Right in the heart of Prahran, we're Melbourne's go-to for authentic Japanese comfort food and cocktails.
What We Serve
The Umami Menu
Authentic Japanese flavours — from slow-cooked ramen to crispy katsu, izakaya bites to hand-crafted cocktails.
12-hour broth
Chicken Katsu CurryJapanese Curry Dishes
Curry
Classic Japanese curry with a Tokyo twist — try our chicken katsu curry, golden and crisp, over fragrant Japanese rice.
Gyoza & KaraageIzakaya-Style Small Plates
Otsumami
Shareable bites to savour over drinks — gyoza, karaage chicken and seasonal small plates inspired by the izakayas of Tokyo.
Premium toppingsRice Bowl Dishes
Donburi
Hearty Japanese rice bowls loaded with premium toppings — a satisfying meal built on perfectly steamed Japanese short-grain rice.
Japanese classicsJapanese Sweets
Desserts
Finish with a taste of Japan — traditional and contemporary Japanese sweets to round off your dining experience.
Japanese sakeSake, Beer & Cocktails
Beverages
Japanese sake, craft beer and creative cocktails — curated to pair perfectly with your meal in our vibrant izakaya atmosphere.
What Guests Say
4.4 Stars on Google
128 reviews and counting — here's what our guests are saying.
“Absolutely incredible ramen. The 12-hour broth is rich and complex — honestly the best I've had outside of Japan. The atmosphere on Chapel St is buzzing and the staff are so welcoming.”
“The chicken katsu curry is a must. Perfectly crispy, the sauce has real depth. We also had the gyoza as a starter and they were outstanding. Will be back every week!”
“Great vibes, delicious food and a fun cocktail menu. The karaage was crispy and juicy. Loved the sake selection too. Perfect spot for a date night in Prahran.”
Reviews are representative of verified Google customer feedback. Individual experiences may vary.
Dine With Us
Serving Inner
South Melbourne
Conveniently located on Chapel Street, Prahran — we're the perfect destination for residents and visitors from across inner Melbourne's south.
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Phone
0432 796 889Hours
Mon – Thu5:00 pm – 10:00 pmFri – Sun12:00 – 3:00 pm & 5:00 – 10:00 pm
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Experience
Ready to experience the soul of Japan? Call us or send a message and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Phone
0432 796 889Hours
Mon – Thu: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fri – Sun: 12:00 – 3:00 pm & 5:00 – 10:00 pm