Ryoh Japanese BBQ
Last updated★ 4.4 · 906 Google reviews · $$$
Ryoh Japanese BBQ is a Japanese barbecue restaurant in East Village, Zetland, where you grill premium Wagyu and other meats yourself in a room that mixes yakiniku with an izakaya pub feel. It is best for a social, unhurried meal with friends or family. Joynton Park is a two-minute walk away.
Cuisine at Ryoh Japanese BBQ
Food at Ryoh Japanese BBQ
Ryoh is built around grilling your own meat over a table grill. Premium Australian Wagyu is the main draw, and the menu also includes sashimi and salmon rolls. Featured dishes include Deluxe Sashimi, Wagyu Chasiu, a Wagyu Combination and Grilled Salmon Roll. Regulars say the meat is fresh and flavourful. One visitor also praised the oysters and scallops. Children are fed too: one family said their kids ate udon and chips.
What to order: Wagyu beef cuts, sliced and ready to grill
How the grill works
The restaurant blends a yakiniku grill with an izakaya pub atmosphere, so the meal is social and unhurried. Diners cook the meat themselves, with sauces and sides set out alongside. A buffet and a set à la carte menu are both offered, so you can choose how you want to eat. One family stayed the full 90-minute session without noticing the time.
What customers say about Ryoh Japanese BBQ
- 💬Diners praise the freshness of the meat, with Wagyu singled out.
- 💬Regulars call it a favourite and say they plan to return.
- 💬Price splits opinion: some find it high for the experience, others say the quality justifies it.
Tips for visiting Ryoh Japanese BBQ
- ✓Book online through the website's reservation link, especially for groups.
- ✓Compare the à la carte and buffet menus on the website before you go, since the price range runs from $80 to $100.
- ✓Allow extra time for a full grill session, as meals often run long.
Getting to Ryoh Japanese BBQ
2c/4 Defries Avenue, next to the East Village car park entrance, Zetland NSW 2017. Parking is available, and the entrance is step-free.
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FAQ about Ryoh Japanese BBQ
What cuisine does Ryoh Japanese BBQ serve?
It serves Japanese barbecue, or yakiniku, where diners grill meat at the table. Premium Wagyu beef is the main feature.
Can I book a table at Ryoh Japanese BBQ?
Yes, reservations can be made online through the link on the restaurant's website.
Does Ryoh Japanese BBQ have a buffet?
Yes, it offers a buffet alongside its à la carte menu, and both are published on the website.