Yaki Nau Premium Japanese BBQ
Wagyu heaven and sake bombs! What a combination! We were invited to enjoy tantalizing top-tier Japanese BBQ in a stylish and fun restaurant at new Yaki Nau (tucked away on the corner of Queen and A’Beckett Street).
Under Chef Hugo Mai, who boasts an impressive background with over seven years at Nobu, Yaki Nau delivers on an innovative menu built on traditional Japanese flavours.
Signature dishes at Yaki Nau include M9 Wagyu Inside Skirt with intense marbling, Juicy M9 Wagyu Karubi Slice with Spicy Miso, and Tebasaki Karaage tossed in a Kyoto-style sweet tare and sprinkled with Japanese sansho pepper.
Not to mention mouthwatering U6 King Prawn Kushimono wild-caught king prawns, sous-vide for maximum-tenderness and seared to a golden brown, then glazed with a leek teriyaki sauce.
Grilled Sweet Potato topped with Caramel Pudding is a house specialty dessert, featuring charcoal-grilled sweet potatoes filled with creamy Japanese pudding, drizzled with custard sauce and brûléed for texture and crunch.
Paying homage to high-end Yakiniku restaurants across Japan, and a unique chance to enjoy omakase techniques in a more casual setting.
Yaki Nau’s interiors reflect the vision of director Shammi Liang, blending traditional Japanese design elements with Melbourne’s contemporary style.
All cuts are supplied by Blackmore Wagyu Beef, a producer known for its exceptional marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Top-tier cuts - including M9 Wagyu which is a showstopper - are prepared with expert techniques to highlight their rich flavour and unmatched texture.
With an equally impressive drinks program, the cocktail list is diverse and lively. Designed to be tactile and fun, epitomised in Yaki Nau’s signature drink; the Sake Bomb. Guests can also explore a small but mighty selection of premium small-producer sakes and imported beers.
Thank you @shymelbournemedia for such a fun night!