Gaku Robata Grill

This is one of my favourite ramen spots and a Japanese restaurant I always come back to. The ramen is consistently rich and well-balanced, and you can really tell the care that goes into the Japanese food here. The broth is full of flavour without being too heavy, the noodles are cooked perfectly, and the toppings are always fresh. The fried lotus topping is especially delicious, as it soaks up the broth, it makes the soup even richer and adds an extra layer of depth and flavour. If you’re looking for authentic Japanese food, especially a solid bowl of ramen, this place is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommend for anyone who loves Japanese cuisine.

Been coming here for years to fix my Japanese food, especially ramen, cravings. Always a friendly atmosphere with Chef Haru san greeting the guests on the way in. This small Japanese restaurant keeps me coming back with their ever evolving gaku ramen (now V4.0) but also their seasonal specials. Hand made chewy noodles cooked to perfection with their Smokey chashu and fried burdock are unique to this place and quickly became a favourite for my wife and I.

The food is excellent, but what really stands out is the care behind each dish. This is an authentic Japanese restaurant where you can truly appreciate the quality of the ingredients, the precision of the cooking, and the thoughtful presentation. I’ve been here for both dinner time and lunch time for ramen but never disappointed. The staff are warm and professional, adding to the overall experience as well. When I’m missing Japan as Japanese, this is the kind of Japanese restaurant I want to return to as a treat. A place for proper Japanese food and a warm atmosphere. One of my favourite spots in Sydney!

For the goku ramen - 10/10 who likes garlic with strong flavor 》Insane soup base, with that, every shit tastes good as fx. 》Noodles was a little softer than I expected, but still have the strength, feel chewy. 》classic with the char-siu, and great texture change with the fried squid I think. For the duck yuzu - ill prefer 8/10 which taste lighter and fresh 》I’m expecting yuzu flavor blooming out, but nah. A lighter salt ramen with the base of yuzu. 》insane duck volume, likely has a smoked or marinated flavor, taste good shit. For the spicy pear liquor - 10/10 》it keeps the pear’s sweetness till throat, after all the spice jump scares u. Within the melt of ice, makes it more interesting. definitely a main character.

My favourite Japanese restaurant in Sydney. The ramen here is easily the best I’ve had , rich, authentic and consistently excellent. Dinner is just as impressive, with beautifully executed robata grill dishes and a standout à la carte menu. Great atmosphere and service every time. If you’re looking for authentic Japanese cuisine, this is the place to go.

Owner Haru and Otto always give a warm and friendly welcome. It’s a ramen shop during the day and switches to an izakaya-style spot at night. One of the highlights is sitting at the Japanese-style counter, where you can enjoy your meal while watching the cooking process right in front of you. The menu changes slightly depending on the season and the day, so it’s definitely a place you’ll want to come back to more than once. If you’re keen to enjoy creative dishes alongside classic Japanese food, I’d definitely recommend this place.

The experience at Robata Gaku was fantastic! The food was incredibly delicious and creative, with the Gaku Famous Karaage and Foie Gras Mochi as standout dishes. This Japanese restaurant in Sydney offers a sophisticated and umami-rich dining experience. The atmosphere is both welcoming and chic, making it a great place to enjoy with friends or family. The Japanese charcoal grill style impressed me the most with its unique flavors. I would definitely come back to this gem of a restaurant for another delightful meal!

I’ve been a big fan of Gaku ever since it opened. I highly recommend their veggie ramen in particular :) It’s really light and healthy, and tasty!! I never knew ramen could be so delicious without using fatty oil. Dinner is very tasty too - highly recommend having dinner there for special occasions. You’ll love the tasty Japanese food they serve as well as the beautiful atmosphere of the restaurant, especially at dinner time. This is the only Japanese restaurant in Sydney I can confidently recommend to anyone who’s looking for a high quality Japanese restaurant.

Went in for some ramen dinner. They don't serve at night, totally fine and understandable. I asked when they serve, and they told me 12-2pm. So i agreed to come back later in the week. Upon leaving, we were charged 5$/person for the water we had not yet been served. And when we paid and got the bottles, we were told we could Not take them to go. So we left with a $15 charge and nothing had been served. Definitely not returning

This is literally the best ramen I have eaten outside of Japan. They have a limited number of bowls available so make sure you get there early to get yours! There's usually a special, currently clam chowder for winter, which is so good. Chicken and duck ramens are always a winner. Round your meal off with delicious pork gyoza. Be sure to bring cash!!

The shittiest restaurant ever. When I called for reservations, they cannot understand what I was talking about, they don't understand English at all. Then during the dinner time, they gave out food to another table let us wait for more than half an hour---an no apology at all. When I paid the bills, I asked what's that dish is, cause I don't want to pay something that they gave to another table, the cashier said 'it is what it is' Fuck you bitch, just go fuck yourselves