Izakaya Goku
The perfect, authentic bar bites to go with your choice Japanese whisky.
Izakaya Goku
The perfect, authentic bar bites to go with your choice Japanese whisky.

Head to any strip of eateries in Brisbane, and you're likely to find a spate of Japanese options. Sushi, gyoza and ramen have all become restaurant and fast food mainstays, and with good reason. Of course, there's a difference between the Australian take on the trio, or the quick-and-easy food court versions, and becoming immersed in the real cuisine and experience.
That's what Izakaya Goku aims to offer: delicious, authentic bites to eat with casual, communal dining and traditional hospitality to match. Their vibe is retro and informal, but their menus are serious. That extends to beverages, too — the place does take its name from the Japanese term for a drinking establishment, after all.
In terms of sustenance, expect all the staples plus kushiyaki skewers, a choice of okonomiyaki (aka savoury pancakes), and separate hot and cold a la carte selections that include crab, octopus balls, squid legs and seaweed salad. In terms of something to wash it all down with, there's Japanese whisky and a range of cocktails, but choosing from the extensive sake menu — served hot, chilled and room temperature — is the obvious choice.
Images: Hennessy Trill
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