Yatai
A much-loved Bulimba Japanese restaurant — 4.5 stars from 360-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Yatai is a Japanese restaurant on Oxford Street in Bulimba, Brisbane, built around the idea of a yatai: a cosy open street stand. The venue carries that concept into a casual setting, with food and drinks intended to feel relaxed and approachable rather than formal.
The restaurant was established by Hatori Karaage, which also operates a restaurant in Camp Hill. Yatai says it focuses on continually improving its food and service, using fresh ingredients from local suppliers. While the website does not name individual dishes, it describes a menu supported by a broad selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including beer and sake.
Yatai Bulimba is fully licensed and suits diners looking for a casual Japanese meal with a fun, easy-going atmosphere. It may work for a relaxed catch-up, a drink alongside dinner or a low-key solo visit, though the available website information does not provide further detail about the dining space or specific menu. The venue is located at Shop 1, 200 Oxford Street, Bulimba, and holds a 4.5 Google rating from 362 reviews.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- TuesdayToday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 11:30 – 21:00
- Friday
- 11:30 – 21:30
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 21:30
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 21:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 78
- Popularity
- 78
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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