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How we read reviews →Cosy Geelong izakaya famous for spicy tonkotsu ramen, karaage bento and yuzu cocktails.
Small, cosy izakaya with a buzzy, close-quarters energy on busy nights and a more relaxed feel at quieter sittings; casual-smart Japanese styling with tight seating.
QR-code ordering, dog-friendly outdoor seating, izakaya share-plate format, and a sake and yuzu cocktail list.
Reviewers repeatedly describe the food and hospitality as genuinely authentic, with several saying it feels like dining in Japan.
Good value on the everyday bento, karaage and ramen menu, though a few reviewers found the seafood ramen specials pricey for the portion size.
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