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Nomidokoro Indigo

393 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

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393 Liverpool St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 460 650 061
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Nomidokoro Indigo

Liverpool Street’s micro-izakaya channels Tokyo backstreets with tight counter stools and serious drinks. Space is scarce—a 10-seat bar counter and a couple of small tables mean booking ahead is a must. Regulars drop in for the kokushu list printed across empty sake bottles, tracking their pours on paper loyalty cards. From the kitchen, dishes come fast and dense with flavor. Diners point to the agedashi tofu, indigo croquettes, and house miso-pickled vegetables, while the counter chalkboard rotates daily plates like firefly squid and slow-cooked duck breast. A frosty pour of Orion beer on tap washes it down.

  • Curated Sake Lineup: A dedicated curation tracked on paper loyalty cards and presented on empty bottles.
  • Izakaya Small Plates: Savory bites from tender agedashi tofu and indigo croquettes to firefly squid and miso pickles.
  • Tokyo-Style Micro Bar: A narrow 10-seat counter and intimate tables make reservations essential.
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Why Choose Nomidokoro Indigo

Experience authentic Tokyo izakaya culture, rare sake curation, and intimate counter dining in Darlinghurst.

  • Authentic Tokyo Backstreet Atmosphere

    Step through the door into a compact, authentic izakaya atmosphere that transports diners straight to the back alleys of Tokyo with cozy counter dining.

    It was as though this little hole in the wall izakaya bar was plucked from the back streets of a quiet Tokyo suburb and transplanted here in Sydney.

    Jerry Yam

  • Intimate Micro-Izakaya Counter Setting

    An ultra-compact setting with high-density communal counter seating and a bustling open kitchen replicates genuine Japanese micro-bars.

    It's a very very small space so you maybe sitting quite close to strangers, but this reminds us of every authentically Japanese izakaya from our Japan travels.

    N “N”

  • Specialist Sake and Kokushu Curation

    A dedicated Kokushu specialist offering extensive Japanese sake varieties alongside refreshing Orion on tap as the house draft.

    Being a Kokushu/Nihonshu/Sake specialist you are not disappointed for selections or the presentation of the menu.

    Matthew Wells

  • Clever Bottle-Printed Sake Menu

    Sake selections are uniquely presented directly on an empty sake bottle, letting guests easily explore flavor profiles and drink pairings.

    Talking about creativity- their sake menu is on an empty sake bottle! The clever design is not only eye catching but also entice you to read thru the different types and profiles of sake to order.

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  • Romantic Setting for Intimate Date Nights

    Conveniently nestled in Darlinghurst near Kings Cross, the cozy space provides an atmospheric backdrop for dates and shared plates.

    This authentic Japanese restaurant and sake bar is perfect for a romantic dinner. The fresh sashimi, premium sake, and warm service were all excellent. It’s only 5 minutes away from Kings Cross Station, making it a great date spot.

    Y

  • Warm Hospitality and Menu Guidance

    Attentive, welcoming hosts guide guests through pairings and shareable plates, fostering a personal, familial izakaya bond.

    You are greeted with an incredible welcome from the moment you step inside. It instantly feels like you're part of the family. The service is impeccable, and the staff have outstanding menu knowledge and guide you with your ordering.

    Susan Sohn

Most frequently praised signature dishes shared over drinks

  • Slow Cooked Duck Breast

    The food was amazing, especially the duck breast, and the premium sake selection was fantastic.

    Mayuko Murata

  • Pickles with Cream Cheese

    We had dinner in the Nook area, very cozy and intimate space. The food was great, highly recommend the scallops, the pickles with cream cheese and the duck breast.

    Laura Wacrenier

  • Pork Belly Garlic Miso Stew

    Food was really good especially the pork belly garlic miso stew. It feels so homey!

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  • Steamed Clams

    The steamed clams were absolutely next level.

    Brice Barrett

Other favorites

Specialty sweets, traditional sides, and classic drinking accompaniments

  • Sake Ice Cream

    The sake soup, handmade on order onigiri and sake ice cream is amazing, a must order.

    Jerry Yam

  • Onigiri

    The onigiri are exactly what you would expect from an izakaya, I liked the bonito the most

    Karl Chong

  • Orion Beer on Tap

    The Orion beer on tap was very refreshing and a great and only option.

    Matthew Wells

  • Takowasa

    Takowasa (octopus marinated with wasabi) $7.5

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Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that define the intimate izakaya experience

  • Sake Bottle Menu Presentation

    Sake profiles and bottle selections are creatively presented printed directly across a giant empty sake bottle.

  • Tailored Dietary Workshopping

    Hospitality extends to personalized dining adjustments, with staff thoughtfully workshopping complex dietary requirements.

  • Guided Course-by-Course Sake Pairings

    Staff take time to walk guests through regional sake profiles and recommend specialized glass pairings course by course.

  • Complimentary Chef Gestures

    The team surprises seated guests with complimentary desserts like black sesame panna cotta directly from the host.

Before you head over

Key planning advice on reservations, dining duration, and transit for your visit

  • Book Ahead for Counter Seating

    With only about 10 seats at the bar counter and high demand, secure a reservation well in advance or look out for last-minute cancellations, though walk-ins can occasionally try their luck.

  • Mind the 90-Minute Sitting

    Plan for a structured 90-minute dining window to accommodate subsequent parties, and order 6 to 7 shareable dishes upfront to enjoy the pacing without feeling rushed.

  • Arrive via Public Transit

    Located a short 5-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and nearby 333 bus routes, it is best reached via public transit so you can fully explore the sake menu without parking concerns.

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