Coming Soon: Acclaimed Chef Chase Kojima Is Opening Japanese-Brazilian Restaurant Tokyo Samba in Sydney's West

It's the west's time to shine, and Chef Chase Kojima (Sokyo, Senpai Ramen) is ensuring that the area will become a culinary staple with the launch of Tokyo Samba. Bankstown locals have something new to get excited about, thanks to the announcement of this soon-to-come Japanese steakhouse with a Brazilian flare — and Sokyo's founder, alongside restaurant manager Thomas Malucelli, is at the helm.

Soon to be surrounded by the likes of AN Restaurant, which slings some of Sydney's best pho, and Lady Banks Rooftop, one of the city's best rooftop bars, Tokyo Samba will be setting up shop in the southwestern Sydney suburb this winter, with plans to open around late June or July.

Lady Banks Rooftop, Bankstown.

Slated to open on the bustling West Terrace, the restaurant will open with a fusion-forward menu. The venue's focus is to provide a healthy alternative to the food-focused strip while highlighting a previously untapped cuisine. Expect fine cuts of steak, quality sashimi and ceviche among the newcomer's offerings.

"I am super excited as this is my sweet spot in flavour, I've been planning a Japanese steakhouse for a long time and have been working with our owners (who choose to remain anonymous) for the past seven months," said Kojima.

The area's demographic has been a major consideration while curating the menu, so the selection is halal-certified and the drinks list includes zero-alcohol wines and an array of mocktails.

Bao buns from Bartega, Belmore.

This Western Sydney newcomer will further diversify Canterbury-Bankstown's dining options, which currently span from cult-favourite joints like El Jannah, Chebbo's Burgers and the OG Duo Duo locale to sophisticated spots like Bartega and hidden gems like Belmore Continental Bakery.

"We have a lot of exciting new things coming as we roll out – I'm never shy with creativity — so watch this space," said Kojima.

The main dining room at Sokyo, Sydney. 

Further details will follow in the coming months, so head to the restaurant's Instagram page for updates.