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Izakaya Fujiyama

38-52 Waterloo St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 80 people

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Find Izakaya Fujiyama

38-52 Waterloo St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 2 9698 2797
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Izakaya Fujiyama

Wall-to-wall whisky, cold beer, and buzzing Tokyo tavern energy meet on Waterloo Street. Surry Hills regulars duck into Izakaya Fujiyama for a proper nomikai—backed by staff who guide pairings and let you pick your own sake shot glass. The kitchen pulls off a rare feat with a dedicated gluten-free fryer, turning out crisp karaage, crunchy tempura, and agedashi tofu with zero compromise on texture. Table favorites land fast: wagyu tataki dressed with shio kombu ponzu, charred chicken tsukune skewers dipped in rich onsen egg, and raw slices of kingfish. Larger groups sidestep ordering dilemmas entirely with the multi-course Horoyoi banquet, moving from cauliflower namban through generous sharing plates without rushing the table.

  • Coeliac-Safe Kitchen: A dedicated fryer and gluten-free sauces allow coeliac diners to enjoy crunchy fried chicken, tempura, and agedashi tofu safely.
  • Personalized Sake Selection: Guests choose their own sake shot glass style from an extensive bottle list curated with guided staff pairings.
  • Structured Set Menus: Multi-course options like the Horoyoi set banquet pace out crowd favorites, including chicken tsukune skewers and cauliflower namban.
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Why Diners Choose Izakaya Fujiyama

Safe coeliac dining, curated banquet menus, and authentic izakaya drinking culture in Surry Hills

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Kitchen & Safe Fryer

    Izakaya Fujiyama operates a dedicated gluten-free fryer alongside pre-mixed gluten-free sauces, allowing coeliac diners to safely enjoy fried chicken, tempura, and agedashi tofu without contamination risk.

    I’m also coeliac and their fryer is already gluten-free, which is a huge bonus!!

    Olivia Spratt

  • Curated Izakaya Set Banquet Menus

    Multi-course banquet selections like the Horoyoi set meal deliver generous, well-paced izakaya dining tailored for effortless group dining and special gatherings.

    I came as a group and we chose to have the Horoyoi set meal which was perfect.

    Casandra TP

  • Effortless Small Group Gatherings

    The team welcomes groups with warm hospitality, offering attentive sharing recommendations and flexible bill splitting for stress-free celebrations.

    The service is gracious, they split bills with a smile, and guide you through the many sharing options.

    Max Vit

  • Vibrant Celebration Setting

    Whether hosting a birthday dinner or milestone celebration, the dining room accommodates party groups with shareable plates and celebratory warmth.

    Went with a party of 6 to celebrate a birthday. Cosiest vibe, incredible food (delicious, fresh and good quality), friendliest service

    Alexandra Kopp

  • Interactive Sake Glassware Selection

    Diners can personalize their drinking experience by selecting their own sake shot glass style from a curated collection paired with knowledgeable staff recommendations.

    It’s a small thing but I love being able to choose my sake shot glass style.

    Ahmet Ilhan

  • Authentic Japanese Bar & Drink Pairing Culture

    An authentic izakaya bar atmosphere featuring shelves stocked with diverse sakes and Japanese whiskies matched to flavorful modern pub dishes.

    Izakaya Fujiyama is well designed and upon entry you can see it is definitely also a good drinking spot, the bar lines with sake containers and whisky bottles.

    Sarah charles (Thewhereto)

Customer-favourite signature dishes and sharing plates

  • Fried chicken

    I also really enjoyed the fried chicken, which was hot, crispy, and served with a generous dollop of creamy mayo and a wedge of lemon.

    Lina Meier

  • Tsukune chicken skewers

    After this, we had the Tsukune chicken skewers (essentially a teriyaki chicken mince ball) served with an organic 68℃ egg (2 skewers) and these are probably some of the best we’ve tried

    Sarah charles (Thewhereto)

  • Sashimi platter

    Everything we selected was magnificent, but my family's universal favourite was the Sashimi Platter including the Scampi. Absolutely delicious and as fresh as!

    Stephen Cross

  • Wagyu beef tataki

    we opted for the Wagyu beef tataki, with namban onion, chilli, shio kombu ponzu paired well with another dish, the pickled cauliflower. Both perfectly flavoured and a really good starter.

    Sarah charles (Thewhereto)

Other favorites

Specialty starters, vegetable sides, and sweet finishes

  • Tuna belly tacos

    the standout for me was the tuna belly tacos – melt-in-your-mouth perfection

    Emmy K

  • Agedashi tofu

    We had the agedashi tofu, poke tacos, fried chicken, some cooked fish and steamed veggies. Everything was yum

    K M

  • Cauliflower namban

    Highlights of the set meal were the cauliflower namban and the chicken tsukune skewers.

    Casandra TP

  • Snickers dessert

    the snickers dessert we had was so yum that we wished we got a second one.

    Corey S

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and dietary care that elevate the izakaya experience.

  • Personalized Sake Glass Selection

    Guests can pick out their preferred sake shot glass style for their drink service, adding a bespoke ritual to the sake experience.

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Fryer

    The kitchen maintains a dedicated gluten-free fryer, allowing coeliac diners to safely enjoy fried Japanese dishes like karaage and tempura without contamination risk.

  • House-Prepared Gluten-Free Sauces

    To ensure safe and seamless dining for coeliac guests, the kitchen prepares dishes with pre-mixed gluten-free sauces and offers detailed walk-throughs of the menu.

  • Bespoke Banquet Adaptations

    The team readily tailors multi-course set banquet menus for vegan and dietary-restricted guests without sacrificing dish variety or quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the restaurant safely accommodate coeliac and gluten-free diets?

Izakaya Fujiyama is exceptionally accommodating for coeliacs and gluten-free diets. Most of the menu is gluten-free, sauces are pre-mixed without gluten, and the kitchen maintains a dedicated gluten-free fryer, allowing safe ordering of items like tempura and fried chicken. Staff can also review the menu to note the few dishes that contain gluten, such as bao buns.

Does Izakaya Fujiyama offer set or banquet menus?

Yes. Izakaya Fujiyama offers multi-course set menus such as the Horoyoi set and the Hebereke chef's menu, which feature an assortment of small sharing plates like chicken tsukune skewers and cauliflower namban with satisfying portions. The kitchen has also accommodated vegan requests for set menus.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes, outdoor covered seating is available. Reviewers note it offers a pleasant alternative if the interior gets noisy on busy nights.

What are the parking options nearby?

Visitors report convenient parking nearby, with both free and paid street parking options available in the surrounding neighborhood.

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