What started in New York as a hangout for Manhattan’s rich and glamorous is now the world’s most recognised and acclaimed Japanese restaurant. The Nobu brand has become an empire of Japanese culinary excellence, spanning across the globe from Beijing to Budapest. And in 2007, we got one.

As the only Australian location, this is popular choice for those visiting our city. Known as the ‘it’ restaurant in capital cities around the world and with a name like Robert De Nero as a business partner, it is no surprise that Nobu’s inception into the Melbourne restaurant scene was warmly welcomed.

Here, Peruvian flavours are married with Japanese cuisine; the result, interesting and exciting food. You can also expect fresh local Australian seafood, prepared with Nobu expertise. Tiradito is among the signature dishes, a Peruvian dish of marinated fish sliced paper-thin. Other famous dishes are the yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno and the black cod with miso. If you are cautious about your spending, do order carefully as Nobu is notorious for presenting an alarming bill at the end of your dining experience. You have been warned. If, however, you are a lover of fresh Japanese food and want to experience the hype surrounding this infamous restaurant, you will not be sorry.