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Ototo Melbourne

Ototo Melbourne Ototo Melbourne is a Japanese restaurant and bar located on Flinders Lane, offering an underground escape from the city's hustle and bustle. Customers can indulge in their favorite Japanese treats such as chicken karaage or lamb skewers accompanied by drinks like Peach Sake and botanical gin mixed with prosecco, lemon, and soda. The restaurant also offers a snack food Happy Hour exclusively on Fridays between 5 pm to 6 pm where customers can enjoy discounted oysters, edamame, gyoza, lotus chips, and chicken Karaage. Make sure to reserve your spot via buff.ly/3U6FH4y for the ultimate cozy dining experience!
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ℍ𝕠𝕀π•₯π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ• π•žπ•–π•₯π•™π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ•‘π•–π•”π•šπ•’π•?Our Ototo Private Chef at Home Experience brings our chefs straight to your kitchen, complete ...
18/06/2025

ℍ𝕠𝕀π•₯π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ• π•žπ•–π•₯π•™π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ•‘π•–π•”π•šπ•’π•?
Our Ototo Private Chef at Home Experience brings our chefs straight to your kitchen, complete with Ototo’s signature dishes, custom menus, and full setup.

From intimate dinners to lively celebrations, we’ll handle the food so you can enjoy the moment. Enquire here: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

π•Šπ•’π•œπ•– π•€π•Ÿπ•”π• π•žπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜...We’re curating a fresh lineup of Japanese sakes for our cellar β€” just in time for our return. Ototo reop...
15/06/2025

π•Šπ•’π•œπ•– π•€π•Ÿπ•”π• π•žπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜...
We’re curating a fresh lineup of Japanese sakes for our cellar β€” just in time for our return. Ototo reopens soon.

Which one are you craving most when we’re back? πŸ‘€Our Korean-style β€˜OFC’ Ototo Fried Chicken or the sticky, slow-cooked l...
10/06/2025

Which one are you craving most when we’re back? πŸ‘€

Our Korean-style β€˜OFC’ Ototo Fried Chicken or the sticky, slow-cooked lamb ribs?
You won’t have to wait much longer...

𝔼𝕆𝔽𝕐 π”Όπ•§π•–π•Ÿπ•₯𝕀, 𝔼𝕝𝕖𝕧𝕒π•₯𝕖𝕕Dinner service may be on pause, but Ototo is still open for private events in the heart of Melbourn...
06/06/2025

𝔼𝕆𝔽𝕐 π”Όπ•§π•–π•Ÿπ•₯𝕀, 𝔼𝕝𝕖𝕧𝕒π•₯𝕖𝕕
Dinner service may be on pause, but Ototo is still open for private events in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD β€” just in time for EOFY.

Think: moody lighting, signature flavours, and a setting that’s anything but ordinary.

Enquire now: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

𝕐𝕠𝕦𝕣 β„™π•£π•šπ•§π•’π•₯𝕖 𝕆π•₯𝕠π•₯𝕠 π”Όπ•©π•‘π•–π•£π•šπ•–π•Ÿπ•”π•–, π”Έπ•Ÿπ•ͺ𝕨𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕖We’re bringing Ototo to you with our Private Chef at Home Experience, complete wi...
03/06/2025

𝕐𝕠𝕦𝕣 β„™π•£π•šπ•§π•’π•₯𝕖 𝕆π•₯𝕠π•₯𝕠 π”Όπ•©π•‘π•–π•£π•šπ•–π•Ÿπ•”π•–, π”Έπ•Ÿπ•ͺ𝕨𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕖
We’re bringing Ototo to you with our Private Chef at Home Experience, complete with set up and your favourite Ototo dishes.

From intimate dinners to special occasions, we’ll handle it all. Enquire now: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

𝔹𝕖 π”½π•šπ•£π•€π•₯ π•€π•Ÿ π•ƒπ•šπ•Ÿπ•– 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕆𝕦𝕣 ℝ𝕖π•₯π•¦π•£π•ŸWe’ve launched a new gift voucher systemβ€”perfect for those counting down to our re-openin...
31/05/2025

𝔹𝕖 π”½π•šπ•£π•€π•₯ π•€π•Ÿ π•ƒπ•šπ•Ÿπ•– 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕆𝕦𝕣 ℝ𝕖π•₯π•¦π•£π•Ÿ
We’ve launched a new gift voucher systemβ€”perfect for those counting down to our re-opening.

Get yours now and be ready when doors open again next month: https://app.squareup.com/gift/MLJB6C1788Q4D/order

π•Žπ•’π•Ÿπ•₯ 𝕋𝕠 π•‹π•’π•œπ•– 𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝔹𝕖𝕀π•₯ 𝕆𝕗 𝕆π•₯𝕠π•₯𝕠 β„π• π•žπ•–?Our Private Chef at Home Experience delivers your favourite Ototo dishes straight to...
27/05/2025

π•Žπ•’π•Ÿπ•₯ 𝕋𝕠 π•‹π•’π•œπ•– 𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝔹𝕖𝕀π•₯ 𝕆𝕗 𝕆π•₯𝕠π•₯𝕠 β„π• π•žπ•–?
Our Private Chef at Home Experience delivers your favourite Ototo dishes straight to your next dinner party or celebration. Custom menus available, tailored just for you.

Enquire now here: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

Have you checked out our Ototo Private Chef at Home menu yet...?  Perfect for an intimate celebration of EOFY event. Enq...
24/05/2025

Have you checked out our Ototo Private Chef at Home menu yet...?

Perfect for an intimate celebration of EOFY event. Enquire via our website for more details: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

Craving the best of Ototo at your next event? We offer custom menus tailored to your style, with a variety of unique dis...
22/05/2025

Craving the best of Ototo at your next event? We offer custom menus tailored to your style, with a variety of unique dishes that are sure to impress. From share plates to full banquets, we’ve got you covered.

Enquire now for your EOFY event or find out more about our private chef experience: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

Looking for an event that’s a little different from the rest? At Ototo, we specialize in creating unique and memorable e...
20/05/2025

Looking for an event that’s a little different from the rest? At Ototo, we specialize in creating unique and memorable experiences that go beyond the ordinary. Whether it’s a corporate gathering, a birthday celebration, or an intimate private function, we offer a one-of-a-kind setting and exceptional service.

Enquire now for your EOFY dates via our website and let us help bring your vision to life: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

Introducing the Ototo Private Chef at Home Experience β€” an exclusive, bespoke dining experience brought to you by our ta...
16/05/2025

Introducing the Ototo Private Chef at Home Experience β€” an exclusive, bespoke dining experience brought to you by our talented chefs. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner, a special celebration, or a memorable dinner party, we’ll bring the flavours and creativity of Ototo directly to your doorstep.

Indulge in our signature Ototo banquet, featuring expertly crafted dishes made with the finest ingredients, all tailored to your tastes. Our chefs will take care of everything from start to finish, ensuring that you and your guests are treated to an unforgettable meal.

From personalised menus to impeccable service, we make your celebration truly special. Ready to bring the Ototo experience to your home?

Enquire now via the link in bio to secure your exclusive dining experience: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

While our dinner service is temporarily paused, our underground speakeasy bar is still open for private events β€” perfect...
15/05/2025

While our dinner service is temporarily paused, our underground speakeasy bar is still open for private events β€” perfect for your EOFY celebrations. Whether you're hosting a corporate gathering or a casual get-together, we offer an intimate, stylish setting with a selection of share plates and Asian-inspired cocktails that will impress your guests.

Secure your spot now and let us help create a memorable event tailored to you.
Enquire now to reserve your date: https://www.ototo.com.au/functions-events

π•Šπ• π•žπ•–π•₯π•™π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ•‘π•–π•”π•šπ•’π• 𝕀𝕀 β„‚π• π•žπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜...An exclusive private chef experience from Ototo β€” designed to bring our signature flavours...
13/05/2025

π•Šπ• π•žπ•–π•₯π•™π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Šπ•‘π•–π•”π•šπ•’π• 𝕀𝕀 β„‚π• π•žπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜...
An exclusive private chef experience from Ototo β€” designed to bring our signature flavours straight to your home. Perfect for intimate dinners, birthdays or just because. Stay tuned...

Ototo will be temporarily closing our doors as we undergo renovations and develop new seasonal menus and experiences.We’...
09/05/2025

Ototo will be temporarily closing our doors as we undergo renovations and develop new seasonal menus and experiences.

We’re looking forward to introducing refreshed spaces and tasty updates to our menu. Work is already underway behind the scenes. But in the meantime, we're preparing something new β€” a refined Akaiito experience brought directly to your home. More details to be revealed soon...

Our planned reopening is the end of June 2025, with the possibility of an earlier return. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

π•Šπ•–π•Ÿπ•”π•™π•’ 𝕆𝕔π•₯𝕠𝕑𝕦𝕀Almost too pretty to eat, our Sencha Octopus is poached in sencha tea for hours, letting the delicate tea ...
25/04/2025

π•Šπ•–π•Ÿπ•”π•™π•’ 𝕆𝕔π•₯𝕠𝕑𝕦𝕀
Almost too pretty to eat, our Sencha Octopus is poached in sencha tea for hours, letting the delicate tea flavours infuse into every tender bite. Served with smoked tomato and topped with caviar for the perfect finish.

π•‹π•™π•’π•Ÿπ•œπ•€ 𝕗𝕠𝕣 π•π• π•šπ•Ÿπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Œπ•€: .sSo glad you chose us for your dining adventure. We can’t wait to do it again soon. 😊
23/04/2025

π•‹π•™π•’π•Ÿπ•œπ•€ 𝕗𝕠𝕣 π•π• π•šπ•Ÿπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Œπ•€: .s
So glad you chose us for your dining adventure. We can’t wait to do it again soon. 😊

π”»π•£π•¦π•œπ•–π•Ÿ π”Όπ••π•’π•žπ•’π•žπ•–You can’t go wrong with a bowl of Edamame to kickstart your meal! Tossed in superior pickle and chili oil,...
21/04/2025

π”»π•£π•¦π•œπ•–π•Ÿ π”Όπ••π•’π•žπ•’π•žπ•–
You can’t go wrong with a bowl of Edamame to kickstart your meal! Tossed in superior pickle and chili oil, it’s the perfect snack to get your night started.

β„‚π•™π•’π•šπ•£π•  A bold twist on a classic β€” Wagyu fat-washed Toki Whisky, blended with our housemade cinnamon-apple syrup and a d...
10/04/2025

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A bold twist on a classic β€” Wagyu fat-washed Toki Whisky, blended with our housemade cinnamon-apple syrup and a dash of bitters. Smooth, smoky, and seriously sippable.

π•Žπ•’π•˜π•ͺ𝕦 𝕋𝕒π•₯π•’π•œπ•šYou can’t go wrong with our thinly sliced Wagyu tri-tip, marinated in truffle ponzu and topped with shallots...
08/04/2025

π•Žπ•’π•˜π•ͺ𝕦 𝕋𝕒π•₯π•’π•œπ•š
You can’t go wrong with our thinly sliced Wagyu tri-tip, marinated in truffle ponzu and topped with shallots, smoked egg yolk, and flying roe...it’ll melt your tastebudsπŸ‘ŒπŸ»

π•Žπ•–π•–π•œπ•–π•Ÿπ•• π•π•šπ•“π•–π•€The weekend has arrived and a place in our underground speakeasy awaits...Book your place here: https://www...
04/04/2025

π•Žπ•–π•–π•œπ•–π•Ÿπ•• π•π•šπ•“π•–π•€
The weekend has arrived and a place in our underground speakeasy awaits...

Book your place here: https://www.ototo.com.au/

ℂ𝕝𝕒π•ͺ𝕑𝕠π•₯ β„π•šπ•”π•– β„™π• π•£π•œ 𝔹𝕖𝕝𝕝π•ͺOur Claypot Rice with crispy rice, juicy roast pork belly, fresh scallions, and a drizzle of truf...
02/04/2025

ℂ𝕝𝕒π•ͺ𝕑𝕠π•₯ β„π•šπ•”π•– β„™π• π•£π•œ 𝔹𝕖𝕝𝕝π•ͺ
Our Claypot Rice with crispy rice, juicy roast pork belly, fresh scallions, and a drizzle of truffle is the ultimate comfort food you didn’t know you needed. Crispy, tender and full of flavour.

π•‹π•™π•’π•Ÿπ•œπ•€ 𝔽𝕠𝕣 π•π• π•šπ•Ÿπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Œπ•€: .pβ€œOn tonight’s menu ”  We love seeing your delicious picks from tonight's menu   πŸ™ŒπŸ»
31/03/2025

π•‹π•™π•’π•Ÿπ•œπ•€ 𝔽𝕠𝕣 π•π• π•šπ•Ÿπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Œπ•€: .p
β€œOn tonight’s menu ” We love seeing your delicious picks from tonight's menu πŸ™ŒπŸ»

β„π•šπ•£π•žπ•’π•€π•’ π•‚π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜π•—π•šπ•€π•™Fresh kingfish sashimi, tangy pickled daikon, a hit of kizami wasabi and that truffle ponzu drizzle to f...
29/03/2025

β„π•šπ•£π•žπ•’π•€π•’ π•‚π•šπ•Ÿπ•˜π•—π•šπ•€π•™
Fresh kingfish sashimi, tangy pickled daikon, a hit of kizami wasabi and that truffle ponzu drizzle to finish it off.

27/03/2025

π•‹π•™π•’π•Ÿπ•œπ•€ 𝔽𝕠𝕣 π•π• π•šπ•Ÿπ•šπ•Ÿπ•˜ π•Œπ•€: .p
β€œ for your next night out πŸ±β€
We couldn’t agree more Shreya, we hope you had a fantastic night. πŸ™ŒπŸ»

𝔾𝕦𝕒𝕧𝕒 π•Šπ• π•£π•“π•–π•₯Cool, refreshing, and bursting with tropical vibes! Our Guava Sorbet with strawberry, pear, and a touch of h...
25/03/2025

𝔾𝕦𝕒𝕧𝕒 π•Šπ• π•£π•“π•–π•₯
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with tropical vibes! Our Guava Sorbet with strawberry, pear, and a touch of hibiscus is the perfect way to cleanse your palate or finish off your meal on a sweet note.

Address

349-351 Flinders Lane
Melbourne, VIC
3000

If you are taking public transport, the closest train station to Flinders Lane in Melbourne is Flinders Street Station. From there, it is a short walk down Flinders Lane to reach the bar and Japanese restaurant.

If driving, there are various parking options available in the area including street parking (metered) or nearby car parks such as Wilson Parking on Flinders Lane and Collins Square Car Park on Batman's Hill Drive. From there, it is just a short walk to Flinders Lane.

Please note that these travel directions do not specify any particular destination and are meant for general information only.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 1am
Wednesday 5pm - 1am
Thursday 5pm - 1am
Friday 5pm - 1am
Saturday 5pm - 1am
Sunday 5pm - 1am

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Ototo Melbourne is a hidden gem located in Flinders Lane, offering a unique experience of an underground bar and eatery. The menu boasts a variety of Japanese cuisine, including daily hand-chopped sashimi on crispy rice squares and the fan-favorite Tuna Tataki with sake-washed ikura, hot sauce buttermilk kewpie, and puffed grain. The Paradise Prawn Chayote Salad is another must-try dish that combines bean sprouts, sweet potato, and Thai flavors for a refreshing taste. Ototo also offers lunch specials every Tuesday to Friday from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, where customers can enjoy $2 beers with any signature lunch ramen or rice dons. The restaurant's Grapeful Wine Pop event is also worth checking out for wine enthusiasts. With its cozy ambiance and delectable food options, Ototo Melbourne is the perfect spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the city while indulging in some delicious Japanese cuisine.

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