Whenever I get to spend a weekend in Melbourne, my one "must-do" restaurant request is Shira Nui.Shira Nui is about 30 minutes out of the city, but definitely worth the trip. Make sure you call ahead for reservations, especially for the weekends, as you MUST get a seat at the counter. The tables are ok but only counter guests get to order the ... OMAKASE !!
The Omakase puts you in the hands of capable Chef Hiro Nishikura. Pair after pair of custom-made sushi appear on a plate before you. Sitting at the counter allows you to watch the man and his assistant at work concocting up new sushi creations before your very eyes.
If you thought sushi was only fish atop small handfulls of compressed rice, think again! Be delighted by the wagyu beef sushi and sometimes the asparagus with fish roe sushi amidst their more traditional brethren.
My brother-in-law almost exhausted the chef's store of creativity at last visit but is keen to go back for new challenges. My little sis who is expecting a son in December has not been able to enjoy her favorite cuisine for the past 6 months. This will probably the site of our first celebratory meal after she pops!
Shira Nui, 247 Springvale Rd, Glen Waverley, VIC, 3150, Australia, Tel: (03) 9886-7755
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