South Yarra · Melbourne

Modern Japanese, served with intent.

Sashimi cut to order, robata over flame, and claypot rice that arrives still singing. UME is an izakaya for long evenings and good company.

The House

An izakaya, the way it should be

UME began with a simple idea: a room where the fish is impeccable, the sake is poured generously, and no one is rushed. Our kitchen works close to the source, letting each ingredient speak before the knife or the flame does.

Whether you settle in at the counter or take it home, the standard never moves.

Our Story
Salmon and ikura rice bowl served with soy
What to expect

Three things we get right

01

Cut to order

Tuna, salmon and kingfish broken down through the day, never pre-sliced. Sashimi and nigiri the moment you order.

02

Fire & claypot

Black Angus ribs, A5 wagyu and unagi claypot rice from the robata — smoke, char and patience on every plate.

03

Takeaway, done properly

Order online in minutes and collect in 20–30. The same kitchen, packed to travel without losing the plot.

From the menu

A few of the regulars

A short taste of the list. The full menu runs from handrolls to claypot.

From the pass

Plated with care

A look at what comes out of the kitchen — cut, fired and finished to order.

What guests say

Kind words

4.5
Based on 185 Google reviews

“Some of the best food I’ve eaten this entire year. Shout out to the Sashimi Moriawase, the crab, the unagi claypot and the Premium Angus Beef — it literally melted in our mouths, outstanding! Staff was very friendly. Highly recommend this place.”

AJ Dee

“An amazing meal for me and my fiancee. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was sleek, modern and stylish. Fresh, full of flavour and delicious — I especially loved the Fire Angus Beef Ribs. Definitely recommend for a special dining experience.”

Ashley Chambers

“Fast, fun, delicious. The prawn toast might be the best I’ve ever had. We shared dumplings and the wagyu steak — 9.5 out of 10! Try the sake cocktail. Our 3rd visit and 3 times been amazing. We will return.”

Mark Blatchford
Pick up in 20–30 minutes

Hungry now?

Build your order online and we’ll have it ready at 306 Toorak Rd. Pay on pickup or securely by card.

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