Sono Japanese Restaurant | Portside Wharf
Modern Japanese with teppanyaki and river views at Portside Wharf — 4.7 stars from 2,300-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Sono brings modern Japanese dining to Portside Wharf, and it's clearly resonating — a 4.7-star average from more than 2,300 reviews.
The draw is the combination of teppanyaki, sake tastings and river views from its Hamilton waterfront setting, which makes the location as much a part of the experience as the food.
Portside Wharf is one of Brisbane's prime riverside dining precincts, easy to reach along the river in the inner north-east. Sono suits a celebration, a date or a group dinner — and a river-view table is worth requesting when you book.
Good to know
- Located at Portside Wharf in Hamilton, on the Brisbane River.
- Offers both traditional dining and interactive teppanyaki bar experiences.
- Features a dedicated sake tasting menu alongside the main menu.
- 4.7-star Google rating from 2,348 reviews.
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- 17:30 – 21:30
- Wednesday
- 17:30 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 17:30 – 21:30
- Friday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 88
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sono Japanese Restaurant located?+
Sono is located at 39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, within Portside Wharf on the Brisbane River.
What experiences does Sono offer?+
Sono serves modern Japanese cuisine, operates a teppanyaki bar for interactive dining, and offers a dedicated sake tasting menu.
What is Sono's rating?+
Sono has a 4.7-star Google rating based on 2,348 customer reviews.
Is Sono good for groups?+
Yes, Sono suits groups well, particularly those interested in teppanyaki experiences where guests can watch their meal being prepared. The riverside location and refined space make it suitable for celebrations and shared dining.
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