Tokyo Bird

Tucked away in Surry Hills, Tokyo Bird is a Japanese dining spot with a chic, intimate feel. Its sophisticated setting is made for lingering over signature crafted beverages while dipping into modern izakaya cooking. Bringing a pulse of Tokyo to Sydney’s cool, laid-back mood, it feels both focused and fun.

Smoke and savour define the menu. Yakitori leads the way with negima - juicy chicken thigh and shallot lacquered in soy tare - alongside tebasaki, wings with a lick of shichimi heat.

Moving to the kushiyaki, discover indulgent wagyu skewers and hotate glossed in soy onion butter. Even the vegetables shine: eringi with a rich soy glaze and nasu lifted by bright yuzu miso.

Alongside skewers, graze on edamame or lotus root chips with chilli kewpie, then lean into ebi tempura with nori tartar and pickled cabbage.

Comforting plates include gyoza and crab croquettes with yuzu mayonnaise, complemented by fresh soy-cured tuna tartare or salmon tostadas with umeboshi ponzu.

To finish, indulge in houjicha cheesecake with matcha tuile and raspberry compote, or a chocolate fudge mousse with orange gel, almond crumble and rose.

Book a seat, bring your curiosity, and let the night take a Tokyo turn!