Wagyu-Ya on Chevron

Got beef with stringy steaks and tasteless chargrills? Head to this smart, stylish Japanese joint on Chevron Island, in one of the most desirable stretches of the Nerang River.

The house speciality is wagyu beef, arguably the most prized variety in the world because of its high levels of marbling, cooked over a smokeless electric grill.

The Yakiniku (BBQ) menu showcases over 15 different cuts of beef, with a selection of pork, seafood, chicken and vegetable options thrown in. The Wagyu tri-tip is from the bottom of the sirloin and is very flavoursome, while the premium Wagyu short rib is as rich and unctuous as butter. Individual grills at each table mean you can opt to cook the meat exactly to your taste, or you can opt to have the chefs do the hard work for you and order from the extensive menu made up of classic Japanese favourites and original dishes with a contemporary twist.