Izakaya Kotobuki

Authentic Japanese cuisine served in an atmosphere reminiscent of dining in Tokyo. The deep fried mackerel set menu was excellent value served with a bowl of rice which could have fed at least two people. The karaage bento box had a good selection of items to enjoy. Both were delicious and filling. Highly recommend Izakaya Kotobuki if you’re looking for a good value dining option in the Brisbane CBD.

This Japanese experience was truly exceptional! The sake tastings and the availability of various sake bottles added a delightful touch to the experience.

The bento boxes were not only delicious but showcased the authenticity of the cuisine. The staff, with their fun and engaging demeanor, enhanced the overall dining atmosphere.

The menus, with their authentic feel and avoidance of a generic or mainstream vibe, were a great touch, contributing to the genuine Japanese experience. Highly recommended for those seeking an authentic and enjoyable journey into Japanese cuisine and culture.

Wrote a review about this place well over a year ago and nothing has changed as far as quality and price.

The staff are quick to serve without being pushy.

Japanese beer on tap at fair price plus on bottles and cabs. Sake or Japanese spirits and liquors available.

I love the Okanomiyaki on a stick. Is my favourite.
Had pickled vegetables and agedashi tofu which were excellent.
Nigiri eel and scallops were great grilled options.

I hoped to sample more but with a couple of beers was full. A farewell sake or 2 completed a memorable night.

The owner Ito is a true gentleman and will recommend items not on the menus if pushed. I had the octopus and wasabi to finish which he said is very popular in zjapan. Really enjoyed it.

If you're in Brisbane CBD anytime, do yourself a favour and try it.

So damn hot! I got a Japanese Chicken Curry and two Aburi Salmon for takeaway, and even though I ate it about 20 minutes after it was made it was still steaming hot!

The chicken was crispy and delicious, and the aburi was classic. Loved it!

Heard from many sources that the Japanese food in Brisbane was top tier, so obviously had to see for myself. I must say, it definitely lived up to the expectation. As someone who is half-Japanese, the flavour was genuine and reminiscent of what I eat while in Japan. But as with all good foods, go there with the expectation to pay top dollar for the food. Regardless, it is definitely recommended!

Exactly what we needed for a late night dinner before heading out on the town. Great customer service and efficient and polite staff who are patient and happy to answer or recommend certain dishes and drinks. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and experience and was pretty much 2 meters from the exit doors of the hotel Oaks Casino Towers where we stayed for the night. Highly recommend. Arigato gozaimasu ☺️

We had a wonderful dinner at Izakaya Kotobuki. Staffs are very helpful and friendly. Atmosphere is great and nicely decorated with Japanese influence. We had mixed sashimi as entree and Unaju Don, chicken curry rice, Fried oyster Bento, Wagyu Beef Sizzling. Sashimi is fresh and tasty. The grilled eel is delicious and fried osyter is very yummy. We are very happy with our visit and looking forward to come back and try other dishes.