Kadota Restaurant

Classic menu 5 course $130 a head plus $44 per head to get the wagyu instead of chicken for main. Steak was the best course get it. Rice dish was fun but nothing amazing there except the pork dumpling delicious. Sushi was perfect in particular the scallop. Lunch sitting on a Saturday. Quiet we were one of three parities. Service was very attentive and venue comfortable with interesting items to decorate. Worth a visit!

I went here for my second year anniversary with high expectation . but they exceeded it The service was unmatchable to what I’ve experienced before. And the way they gave a detailed description of each course enhance my experience. I got the reduced menu for $85 but it’s still provided an amazing experience they also went through the effort of creating a congratulation message for us with a candle without me even having to ask . would definitely go back again

My partner booked this as a surprise for me for our 6th anniversary on the 21/10 and we were absolutely blown away by the experience. The food and service were impeccable without feeling pretentious or overdone. Our dietary preferences (no pork) were accommodated exceptionally with a delicious tofu replacement option on our set menu. Each dish was presented beautifully and explained to us by the wonderful staff. It was very clear the chef had meticulously created each dish with seasonal ingredients. Each bite was a burst of spring and just delicious. We loved everything on the menu so it’s hard to choose a standout but have to say that is the best furikake we have ever had. Knowing it was homemade and sustainable made it even more impressive. We loved the complimentary tea served at the end with the beautiful sweet snack, was a nice surprise. We also have to commend the tall male staff member for his excellent service. His attention to detail was astounding, we noticed him checking every glass behind the counter and he went as far to clean singular grains of rice we had on our table after a course.

My partner and I had our first anniversary together here, which was made memorable by the food, atmosphere, and incredibly attentive staff. Felt like having an authentic dining experience in an art gallery where every meal was a piece of art. Exceptional food with reasonable prices and an excellent sake collection. After the experience, I felt like I didn't want to eat for a week, as nothing could come close to the level of this menu. Much like seeing your favourite artist live in concert, then attempting to listen to their Spotify playlist afterwards. Anything else doesn't quite match up, does it?

Recently me and my wife on a holiday, decided to try out a special evening at Daylesford’s finest dining experience and chose Kadota. So glad we did because the food was so lovingly crafted and delicious. Every dish is a joy to experience and consume. The attention to details helping bring those tiny burst of flavours which were just divine, like a subtle little finger lime which I love, the scent of smoked wood or the wagyu that melted in your mouth. The thoughtful settings and food arrangements all had a story to tell. Even the ambience from the Japanese influenced charcoal processed timber walls and the decor. Thank you Risa, Aaron and the rest of the Kadota team for bringing us an amazing heartfelt Kaiseki course and the warm hospitality. We had an amazing time.

I've eaten at various starred Michelin restaurants around the world, and I would place Kadota at the forefront of my dining experiences, certainly my most enjoyable dining experience in Australia. The restaurant is run by a lovely husband and wife team, and the value for the courses you get is simply superb. At around $120 a head for the set menu, a meal of this quality would easily run you double in the city. I also highly recommend the house-produced condiments, including their homemade shoyu and XO sauce, which can be purchased to take home. I simply can't recommend this place enough and will certainly be back as soon as possible. It's worth a trip to Daylesford solely for a meal here!

What an experience. When you first step into the venue you are greeted with the warmest of welcomes amongst a very cosy and relaxing atmosphere. The food is astounding, I felt very privileged to be allowed a look into the kitchen and see the chefs working their magic. I have allot to say about this venue but I will keep it short. Just go there, treat yourself you won’t regret it. Enjoy xxxxx

The most outstanding fine dining Japanese food in Victoria. The food was so delicious, and the presentation was out of this world. The sake pairings were perfectly curated, with rare and discontinued bottles that were truly special to sample.