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Matsusaka Backstreet

Level1/90 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 39 people

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Find Matsusaka Backstreet

Level1/90 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 420 628 977
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Matsusaka Backstreet

Tucked upstairs off Hay Street, this Japanese grill packs high-energy Tokyo alley vibes into an all-you-can-eat feast. Hit the tablet screen to fire up rounds of well-marbled wagyu onto tabletop electric grills. Bowls of hot udon, crisp agedashi tofu, and golden takoyaki arrive in quick succession to round out the spread. The dining room fills fast with smoke, sizzle, and weekend groups leaning into ninety-minute tabehoudai sessions. Finish the grill sprint with a scoop of yuzu sorbet or sweet matcha ice cream.

  • All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku: A fast-paced 90-minute dining session powered by digital tablet ordering and rapid table deliveries.
  • Tabletop Wagyu Cuts: DIY electric tabletop grilling with unlimited rounds of well-marbled beef and marinated cuts.
  • Japanese Comfort Sides: A generous side menu spanning agedashi tofu, takoyaki, hot udon bowls, and crisp fries.
  • Lively Atmosphere: A bustling upstairs dining room carrying an authentic, smoky Tokyo alleyway barbecue vibe.
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Why Diners Choose Matsusaka Backstreet

Discover why diners choose Matsusaka Backstreet for interactive Japanese BBQ in Haymarket.

  • Unlimited Tabletop Wagyu & Classic Sides

    Guests can feast continuously on well-marbled beef cuts grilled table-side alongside hot Japanese sides ordered directly via tablet.

    Fresh, well-marbled beef grilled perfectly at the table, with tasty sides like agedashi tofu, udon, takoyaki and crispy fries.

    Quan Zhang

  • Accessible Wagyu Feasting Without the Splurge

    Diners enjoy high volumes of tender, refined wagyu without worrying about an escalating per-plate bill.

    If you’re into Japanese BBQ and want to try wagyu without breaking the bank that’s genuinely top tier, Matsusaka Backstreet is a great pick.

    Josh

  • Interactive DIY Grilling for Groups

    Tabletop DIY grilling creates a lively, hands-on environment suited for birthday celebrations, friendly get-togethers, and double dates.

    The DIY grilling experience was fun and interactive, and the staff was incredibly attentive, constantly refilling drinks and offering cooking tips.

    Reny Jen

  • Vibrant Setting for Shared Meals

    The warm, energetic dining room atmosphere makes group dinners and casual nights out feel celebratory and relaxed.

    The atmosphere was cozy and lively, perfect for a fun meal with friends.

    hao zhang

  • Midday Chinatown Buffet Value

    Conveniently positioned in Haymarket, the restaurant provides an affordable midday yakiniku buffet menu featuring hot udon, meats, and sides.

    This Japanese bbq has one of the best lunch value in Sydney. A pretty fair variety of meats as well as vegetables and a lot of side dishes.

    Loan ho

  • Paced Lunch Dining with Tablet Timing

    Digital tablet ordering clearly displays the buffet's remaining time countdown, letting guests pace their midday feast effortlessly.

    Food is ordered via a tablet and it tells you how much time you have remaining.

    Lynne Lee

Top customer-favored dishes for the ultimate yakiniku experience

  • Wagyu Beef

    The wagyu cuts were fresh and had amazing flavour.

    Alex S

  • Udon

    I enjoyed their hot udon.

    Loan ho

  • Yuzu Sorbet

    the yuzu sorbet was refreshing and perfect for balancing the rich BBQ

    qianyu chen

  • Sashimi

    premium cuts of beef were tender and marinated to perfection, while the fresh sashimi melted in my mouth

    Reny Jen

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and sweet finishes to complement your meal

  • Matcha Ice Cream

    I also really enjoyed the crispy chips and the sweet matcha ice cream to finish.

    Lina Meier

  • Agedashi Tofu

    Fresh, well-marbled beef grilled perfectly at the table, with tasty sides like agedashi tofu, udon, takoyaki and crispy fries.

    Quan Zhang

  • Takoyaki

    Fresh, well-marbled beef grilled perfectly at the table, with tasty sides like agedashi tofu, udon, takoyaki and crispy fries.

    Quan Zhang

  • Miso Soup

    The side dishes, especially the kimchi and miso soup, were authentic and delicious.

    Lucky Blast

Before you head over

Practical advice on ordering timelines, portion control, and securing a table

  • Pace Tablet Orders Ahead of the Cutoff

    Orders are placed via digital tablet with an active countdown timer, and last orders cut off roughly 30 to 60 minutes before your dining session ends. Make sure to get your primary meat cuts, sides, and desserts submitted early.

  • Watch Portions to Avoid Leftover Fees

    The venue strictly penalises food waste with a designated surcharge for unfinished dishes. Because sides like udon and inari are surprisingly filling, order in smaller batches to ensure you clear your grill and bowls.

  • Book Ahead and Spot the Upstairs Entrance

    The upstairs venue fills quickly and walk-ins are regularly turned away when fully occupied, especially on weekends and birthday celebrations. Book in advance and be prepared to head up an unassuming Haymarket stairwell entrance.

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