If you want to experience a culinary masterpiece, a visit to Takumi is a must. This Melbourne Japanese restaurant is the best of its kind. Not only is the food top notch, but the design of the restaurant produces a relaxing and pleasant ambiance.

Takumi is the only Melbourne Japanese restaurant that offers Wagyu beef. Wagyu is a premium grade cut of beef that is second to none. It is so tender and juicy, it can almost melt in your mouth. Being an expert in Wagyu, this beef is offered in many dishes in the restaurant. The Wagyu beef burger, grilled and marinated with Sukiyaki sauce is a popular choice among lunchtime customers. I highly recommend the Wagyu Yakiniku lunch set. The beef is served raw and is cooked on a charcoal grill. Accompanied by vegetables and a complimentary glass of beer or wine. Not only does this taste flavorsome, but being able to see it prepared adds an added touch of magic.

This Japanese restaurant may specialize in Wagyu beef, but that is not the only delicacy it has to offer. A bento box is also a fun way to enjoy your lunch. Takumi offers a few choices on the main entree for the bento box. A common Japanese entree is Gyoza. These pan fried dumplings are exceedingly good and addictive. One is certainly not enough. If you love seafood, try the Unagi Bento Box. Unagi is smoked grilled eel and is a very popular and delicious Japanese restaurant dish.

The decor and color scheme of the restaurant has a very zen feeling. You will feel right at home when dining here. The sleek and comfortable tan chairs and subtle decorations have a calming affect and allows you to feel like you are having a quiet meal at home, even though you are in a restaurant with other people.

Overall, Takumi is a fantastic Japanese restaurant. From their delicious menu offerings, to the many different choices of Sake, this Melbourne Japanese restaurant is number one in my book.