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Kokoroya

Unit 665/667 Anzac Parade, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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Unit 665/667 Anzac Parade, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

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+61 2 8347 2226
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kokoroya

Maroubra families head to Kokoroya for fresh Japanese comfort food where adults can unwind while little ones stay busy. Unit 665 tucks away a dedicated children's play area right off the dining room, solving the eternal challenge of relaxed family meals. Regulars line up unagi sets, buttery saba ochazuke, and tuna tartare scooped onto crisp nori sheets via iPad order screens. Birthdays get special treatment too—staff often wheel out complimentary balloons, ice cream, and spontaneous table songs. Between steaming seafood hot pots and crisp eel tempura, parents finally get to finish a hot meal in peace.

  • Dedicated kids' play area: A dedicated play space keeps young kids entertained within sight so parents can actually enjoy their meal.
  • Complimentary birthday touches: The team frequently provides unprompted table styling, helium balloons, and dessert for celebratory meals.
  • Comfort Japanese staples: Comforting bowls of buttery saba ochazuke, generous unagi rice sets, and bubbling seafood hot pots anchor the table.
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Why Diners Choose Kokoroya

Why Maroubra families and celebratory diners choose Kokoroya

  • Dedicated Kids' Play Area for Relaxed Family Dining

    Families can comfortably sit down for quality Japanese dishes while young children remain occupied in the dedicated on-site play area.

    And also they have a little kids play area section which I find was great and a good idea for family to come and enjoy good Japanese food .

    The food review 2025

  • Super Kid-Friendly Atmosphere for Parents

    The venue is designed so parents can unwind and dine at ease while children safely entertain themselves in the play space.

    Great spot for families—super kid-friendly with playgrounds that keep the little ones entertained.

    enyi shang

  • Heartfelt, Unprompted Birthday Celebrations

    Staff actively elevate birthdays by providing complimentary desserts, helium balloons, and a full team birthday song without being prompted.

    The staff prepared a helium balloon at our table and, without us even asking, brought out a complimentary birthday dessert. The whole team came over to sing Happy Birthday, which was incredibly thoughtful and touching.

    Sunny JANG

  • Thoughtful Personal Touches on Milestones

    Celebrants are treated to attentive personal touches like decorated celebration tables and complimentary ice cream.

    They had decorated the table for my sister's birthday and brought out ice cream (on their own doing).

    Krystal

  • Comforting Ochazuke and Grilled Unagi Sets

    Signature lunchtime ochazukes deliver comforting dashi broths alongside rich, buttery grilled mackerel and generous eel portions.

    Tried the new ochazukes for lunch and it’s the ultimate comfort food! Mackerel was rich and had a buttery texture and they give you a generous serve of the grilled unagi

    Michelle Tales

  • Abundant Unagi Rice and Sashimi Sets

    Generously portioned sharing sets like the two-person unagi rice and uni sashimi cup offer satisfying, authentic value.

    The unagi rice was really tasty, big portion with fragrant sauce mixed into the rice. Honestly, just the unagi set is enough for two.

    B Chen

Top-rated signature dishes loved by local diners

  • Ochazuke

    Tried the new ochazukes for lunch and it’s the ultimate comfort food!

    Michelle Tales

  • Unagi Chirashi

    We ordered the Unagi Chirashi and the portion was huge — and seriously delicious.

    Xuan Cai

  • Fishman Hotpot

    una toji and fish man hot pot are beautiful and I highly recommend them!

    Flora Chen

  • Mango Kingfish

    mango kingfish sooo good!

    Duoduoisgood

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and sweet finishes to round out your visit

  • Marinated Tofu

    best marinated tofu I've tried, it melted in my mouth

    Krystal

  • Lava Cake

    the lava cake for dessert will only make your night better.

    isabella

  • Yuzu Highballs

    They serve classic highballs and Yuzu high balls, as well as draught beer.

    Trevor Townsend

  • Eel Tempura

    it was also my first time trying eel tempura which was so delicious!

    Michelle Tales

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and family-friendly amenities that elevate the dining experience

  • Table Decor & Helium Balloons

    When hosting birthday celebrations, the team proactively sets up a helium balloon and decorates the table to welcome guests without any advance prompting.

  • Complimentary Birthday Dessert & Song

    Staff bring out a complimentary birthday dessert and gather the team to sing Happy Birthday for celebratory diners unprompted.

  • Dedicated Kids' Playground

    A dedicated playground and play area is integrated right into the restaurant, keeping young children occupied so parents can dine at ease.

  • Thoughtful Multilingual Care

    Staff naturally observe diners' comfort levels, seamlessly adapting and switching to fluent Mandarin to ease communication when ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kokoroya suitable for young children and families?

Yes. Kokoroya features a dedicated kids' playground and play area right inside the restaurant, making it easy for families to dine while young children stay entertained.

Do they do anything special for birthdays and celebrations?

The restaurant is a popular spot for birthdays, with staff known to bring out balloons, table decorations, celebratory desserts, and even singing for guests celebrating a special day.

How are the portion sizes and specialty dishes?

Portions are generous, with options like the ochazuke set, chirashi boxes, unagi sets, and hot pots designed to easily fill you up or feed two people.

Is parking easy to find nearby?

Yes, street parking is readily available right outside along the street, and there is also a car park located across the street.

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