the barjapanese whisky, poured properly
kumo izakaya brunswick east
fifteen years of izakaya nights.
Japanese dining and bar in a minimalist mid-century bank on Lygon St. Small plates made for sharing, sake poured properly, evenings that run long.
from the room
what a night at kumo looks like.
the tablesashimi, cocktails, dessert
the foodplates, up close
servicea full room, mid service
after darklow light, long tables
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the kumo experience
warmth and camaraderie, centered around food and drink.
The essence of Kumo culture is the offer of warmth and camaraderie centered around food and drink, bringing together family and friends to enjoy the unique culinary flavours of Izakaya cuisine.
For 15 years, Kumo Izakaya has been bringing people together over great food, cocktails and memorable evenings. Grounded in innovation and reinvention, every plate is made for the middle of the table.
15 yearsof izakaya nights
雲kumo means cloud
mid-centurya former bank, reimagined
the menus
made for the middle of the table.
Welcome to Kumo Izakaya, where we celebrate the art of Japanese cuisine with a twist of innovation. Our curated menu, perfect for sharing, melds timeless classics with contemporary delights.
signature
75 pp
Omnivore, vegetarian & vegan, or pescatarian.
- Miso soup
- Edamame, spicy or black sesame & yuzu
- Yellowtail Kingfish jalapeno carpaccio, yuzu ponzu
- Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire
- Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce
- Grilled wagyu beef rib, potato, chimchurri sauce
- Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots
- Matcha panna cotta, fresh berry compote, white chocolate
omnivore menu shown
deluxe
89 pp
Omnivore, vegetarian & vegan, or pescatarian.
- Miso soup
- Edamame, spicy or black sesame & yuzu
- Sushi nigiri, Yellowtail Kingfish, salmon, fish of the day
- Dragon roll maki, salmon, avocado, tobiko, wasabi mayonnaise
- Spicy tuna taco, black tobiko, samphire
- Karaage chicken, sweet chilli sauce
- Grilled wagyu beef rib, potato, chimchurri sauce
- Asian broccoli, sesame soy dressing, fried shallots
- Yuzu daiquiri cheesecake
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kiddies
28 pp
Includes a colourful chopstick gift.
- Miso soup
- Kids Bento: karaage chicken, hosomaki, wagyu beef gyoza, rice
- Vanilla bean icecream, apple spring roll, honeycomb sprinkle
sake, shochu, wine and whisky.
We offer a diverse array of beverages that perfectly accompany our neo-classic izakaya dishes. From sake and shochu to wine and whisky, discover a new combination of food and drink each time you dine with us.
Come on a Wednesday and every cocktail and mocktail on the list is half price, all night.
our venue
five rooms, one long evening.
Kumo occupies an exquisite minimalist architectural space that was once a mid-century bank, with a mix of seating from tatami room to bar, share tables, booths and an outdoor courtyard.
the gallery
fifteen years, one room.
The bar, the booths, the courtyard, and what comes out of the kitchen.
what's on
nights worth planning around.
sunday 6 september
father's day omakase.
Sit Dad down and leave the menu to the kitchen. Eight courses, lunch or dinner.
Our signature omakase, served as an eight-course banquet, with omnivore, pescatarian, and vegetarian and vegan menus. A kiddies menu runs alongside it.
$79per person, eight courses
tuesdays
local's night
One hearty bowl and a glass, $35.
Choose your udon (mentai with skull island prawns; blue swimmer crab with benito flakes; kimchi shiitake; or wakami, fungi mushroom and duck ragu) or your curry (chicken katsu, seitan tofu, or Black Angus chilli beef), paired with a glass of wine, sparkling, tap beer or tap sake.
$35bowl + glass
book local's nightwednesdays
half price cocktails
All cocktails and mocktails, half price.
The whole list, top to bottom. Every cocktail and every mocktail the bar makes, at half price, all Wednesday night.
50%off the cocktail list
book a wednesday
private events
the whole venue, or a quiet corner of it.
The tradition of sharing a meal with family and friends is the cornerstone of Kumo Izakaya. We would be delighted to assist you in organising your next event, with a range of settings from our special private tatami room, mezzanine and main dining table to the whole venue.
give the gift of kumo.
Treat a friend or loved one to the Kumo Izakaya experience. Buy a gift card online, then print it out or send it straight to their phone.
takeaway
kumo at home, 20% kinder.
Save 20% when ordering from Kumo directly and picking up. Or have it delivered through DoorDash or Uber Eats.
find us
152 lygon st, brunswick east.
getting here
Tram 1 or 8 to stop 122. Off-street parking is available, or $10 parking at the Tip Top Car Park.
get directionssay hello
- 0499 785 431 reservations & inquiries
- 0499 785 430 takeaway
- info@kumoizakaya.com.au