Darling Square has introduced three new Japanese venues adding fresh energy and depth to the precinct’s already diverse mix. Yayoi, Moyashi, and Don’to each bring a distinct slice of Japan to the city centre, from refined teishoku and steaming hot pots to nostalgic donburi bowls.
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Yayoi, the Tokyo-born teishoku restaurant dating back to 1886, blends over a century of culinary tradition with a modern edge. The menu spans more than 30 dishes, from sukiyaki and chicken hitsumabushi to matcha desserts, all served on beautifully crafted Japanese crockery. A new happy hour launches next week, running daily from 1pm to 6pm, featuring $6 beers and wines, plus a $12.50 Premium Malts Set for those easing into the afternoon.
Just a few steps away, Moyashi brings a lively hot pot buffet experience to Darling Square. With seating for 77 guests, it offers two buffet tiers priced at $58 and $78, featuring up to 56 sides, unlimited soft drinks, and standout ingredients like wagyu beef and fresh seafood. It’s a social, hands-on dining style that suits the area’s open, communal atmosphere.
Don’to introduces Sydney to a retro Japanese diner inspired by Tokyo’s Showa era. From the team behind Nakano Darling, the eatery serves quick, comforting donburi bowls including Gyudon, Stamina Don, and Teriyaki Chicken Don.
Find out more about dining at Darling Square here.