Wednesday, 15 October 2025

Myriad Japanese flavours in one Sydney dining precinct



Darling Square is staking a claim as Sydney's mini Tokyo with its range of Japanese eating venues.

Located in Haymarket, next to Darling Harbour, Darling Square is now home to 60 retailers, cobblestone laneways and a village green.

Darling Square has recently boosted is position as one of Sydney’s most dynamic dining destinations with the recent arrival of several Japanese venues.

Yayoi (top image), Moyashi, and Don’to combine to offer a selection of authentic Japanese flavours, spanning everything from traditional teishoku and all-you-can-eat hot pot to donburi rice bowls inspired by Tokyo’s Showa era.

Yayoi, an international teishoku (a meal served on a tray with several components) brand that started in Tokyo in 1886 that says it "blends traditional flavours with a modern sensibility".

The restaurant interior features contemporary design and authentic Japanese crockery. Guests can enjoy over 30 dishes, including signature sukiyaki, limited-edition chicken hitsumabushi, and an array of matcha desserts.

Yayoi will also launch a happy hour from next week, running daily from 1-6pm featuring $6 beers and wines and a $12.50 Premium Malts set.

Moyashi brings a Japanese hot pot buffet concept with seating for 77 guests.

The restaurant offers two buffet options - a $58 standard and $78 premium experience - featuring up to 56 sides, unlimited soft drinks, and ingredients including fresh seafood and Wagyu beef.

Completing the trio, Don’to opened its doors last month, introducing Sydney diners to a retro-inspired Japanese eatery. 

Created by the team behind Nakano Darling, Don’to specialises in fast, flavourful donburi rice bowls, with signature dishes such as gyudon (beef), stamina don (pork), and teriyaki chicken don.

For more info visit www.darlingsq.com

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