Word on the street was that there was a Japanese restaurant that sold everything for $3.50, even beer. Could that have been too good to be true? There was only one way to find out.
The end of Dixon street (or beginning really) is where a whole bunch of hip and happening restaurants like Arisun, Crazy Wings and N2 Extreme Gelato etc are, and this is where Shibuya Delicious Japan has also opened since November 2012 according to their facebook page.
The Boy and I are having a late lunch and rock up around 2.30pm, probably explaining the lack of people in the restaurant. No complaints from me though.
Yep, imported Asahi beer is only $3.50. Now that is ridiculoulsy cheap, considering most other restaurants are selling them for at least $7.
Since I’m not a beer drinker (boo, I know right?) I go for some Japanese Green Tea.
Takoyaki $3.50
I was suprised to see that we got 8 takoyaki balls in this little bowl. Not the best takoyaki I’ve had but still very decent. Can’t go wrong when they’re generous with the takoyai sauce, japanese mayo and benito flakes.
Karrage Chicken $3.50
Well seasoned morsels of juicy chicken are served in a cute bamboo basket. They’ve got a bit of crunch from the batter, but thin enough to still make the chicken the star of the show.
Pork Katsu $3.50
Or what I like to call a japanese pork schnitzel. The tender fillet of pork has got a beautifully golden and crunchy crumb, served with a katsu (sweet bbq) sauce, japanese salad and mashed potato.
Chicken Teriyaki Roll $3.50
A simple but tasty sushi roll filled with juicy chicken and avocado, drizzled with teriyaki sauce. I found that the rice was a bit softer than all other places, but I quite liked it. Note, by soft I do not mean mushy.
Spicy Salmon Roll $3.50
I was hoping there was more spice to it but I don’t think there was any chilli in it at all. Regardless, the salmon was pretty fresh.
Dragon Roll $3.50
This one looks a bit more fancier than the other too. The sushi is filled with the crab sticks, and topped with eel and avocado.
The menu – even hot sake is $3.50!
For a mere $28 dollars, the boy and I end up with 6 dishes and 2 drinks. Now that’s what you call bang for your buck. Whilst we controlled ourselves with how much we ordered, I’m sure that if we weren’t too cautious we would have ordered at least another 4-6 dishes.
The food was freshly made to order, good tasting (though not the best Japanese out there) and fantastic value. We’re definitely planning a return trip with the boys as I’m sure they’d want to make the most of $3.50 asahi beers. Who wouldn’t?
Shibuya Delicious Japan
Shop 2, 6 Dixon Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 2 8960 0912
Can’t really beat $3.50 Asahi and those generous dishes – thanks for the discovery ;)
I think most are going to take advantage of the $3.50 beers ;)
Beer for $3.5 is definitely good value, though I’m not sure if I’d bother if the food is only average. Great for students and those on a budget, though!
Can’t complain if you get what you pay for, it’s a pretty good deal though. I was pretty happy with the food with nothing disappointing me and I wouldn’t mind returning for a quick fix.
dont forget 3.50 sake as well.. potent sake. lol.
wasabi octopus is good too (raw)
I don’t know if you’re kidding or not …. Haha
Wow, what a bargain! I’d want a bowl of just the potato salad. Japanese potato salad is the BEST (I’m not a beer drinker either).
It’s a $3.50 extravaganza! The Asahi seems like the best deal, though!
Absolutely and I think any beer drinker would agree!
Wow so cheap!! Everything looks pretty awesome too :D I definitely am not the biggest beer person, but my friends keep trying to convert me haha.
Sameee. I’m just a non drinker in general though. Lol
OMG BARGAIN!! All looks/sounds pretty good too – can’t really complain for the price can you? haha Like the look of the katsu..might be slightly tempted by Japanese mash hehehe.
Yeah no real complaints. Other places that would sell dishes for this price wouldn’t be half as decent I think
Wow this looks like such great value… so is everything $3.50? That’s crazy cheap!
Yep, everything is $3.50! Ridiculous huh?
I haven’t heard of this restaurant but it’s incredible that there’s a restaurant out there only charging $3.50/dish. And then you’d think they’d be marking up the drinks. I’m sure you can’t even buy a single bottle of that beer in a bottle shop for less than $3.50 xx
I know. I was quite suprised with the beer and sake also being $3.50! Who would want to pass up on that offer?
$3.50 a beer??? That got me hooked.
And any other beer drinker!
Whoah that’s crazy. Is this a limited opening special because I’m sure I walked past here a month ago and this wasn’t available? Will definitely have to check it out!
The street food guys visited early January and was the same deal. It didn’t say anywhere that it was for a limited time.
And just like that, this place has been added to my list! What a gem :)
It’s be a great spot to catch up over some relaxed food and super cheap beer!
WOW!! I have to go now!!! Before they put the prices up!!! Mr GG would love the $3.50 Asahi beer and we would both love to sample the menu. We may even be able to satisfy the teenagers hunger ;)
Definitely take the family. I’d love to see how much the bill will total to! :p
That’s amazing value! I’m sending this to hubby in case he wants to stop by for lunch one day :D
I think the boys would be definitely be taking advantage of the price of those beers
$3.50?? that’s awesome!!!
Especially for the beer!
WOW I’m totally impressed at how cheap food is here!!! Gosh I wish we had a place like this in Melbourne :( Japanese food here is quite dear!! :D
Even your sushi trains? I think there’s a sushi train place here in syd that does everything for $3 so that’s even cheaper! But you don’t get other dishes like you do here..
Wow, what crazy value! I love Japanese food & I love good value – so this is a winner for me!
It’s definitely not bad for the price. It’s better than half the places out there already for me.
wow thats really cheap for all that food! that dragon roll looks amazing!
It is such good value. It’s almost the same price as a sushi roll you’d get a good court !! I’d much rather this.
pork katsu with salad and mash for $3.50 :O Super good value! Must go soon
For the size you get it’s not bad either. Can’t really complain!
Wow. Really must try this place out. Such good value.
Ridiculous value, especially for those beers!
I’ve walked past this area a lot recently, and hadn’t noticed this place! $3.50 is awesome value, esp for the beer!
I have to say its an area I don’t get to come by too often. It’s amazing how many good restaurants are there now.
Dear Tina,
his looks like fantastic value and I know I would have at least a few Asahis with the sushi and fried chicken!!
I think asahi and fried chicken sound like the perfect combo for most people out there :)
Woaah crazy good value and the food looks great, especially the sushi! Definitely need to give this place a try!
For a quick fix and cheap eat I say why not give it a try :)
Looks like great value and yummy food! Will have to try this out!
It sure is :)