Gozan Kyoto

In Mermaid Waters on the Gold Coast, Gozan Kyoto is a charcoal grill izakaya where the art of yakitori takes centre stage. Premium cuts of chicken meet Binchotan embers, drawing out gentle smokiness and a refined, lingering flavour.

Beyond the skewers, the kitchen leans into comforting favourites and elegant small plates. Think salted edamame to open, an organic potato croquette with a crunchy panko shell and signature sauce, then go deeper with Gozan karaage glossed in teriyaki or agedashi tofu bathing in dashi with daikon and bonito.

For something lighter, raw-leaning plates bring lift - truffle salmon ceviche and wagyu beef tataki brightened with ponzu and radish - while heartier yoshoku mains include nasu miso dengaku or a teriyaki chicken plate served with rice and salad. House-made miso soup and premium Japanese rice keep the meal anchored and understated.

Settle in, savour the subtleties, and let the Binchotan do the talking - book a table and follow your appetite’s lead.