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Oiden Bowl Bar
12/537-551 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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12/537-551 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
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Tucked inside the Meriton Retail arcade, Oiden Bowl Bar turns out fast, steaming donburi with cafeteria precision. Grab a tray, slide down the counter, and order directly at the line. CBD office workers treat it as an essential stop when time and budget run tight. Fragrant rice comes heaped with saucy teriyaki chicken or thinly sliced beef, finished with a soft-boiled ontama that breaks into the grains. The three-bowl sampler lets you test different toppings in one sitting, while the counter tempts with hot takoyaki and curry croquettes. Pull up a stool, eat quickly, or take your tray out into the arcade when the dining room fills.
- Fast Tray Assembly: Slide down the cafeteria-style counter, claim your rice bowl and hot sides, and pay at the register before grabbing a seat.
- Mini Bowl Sampler: Mix and match three smaller donburi bowls in a single combo to sample beef, salmon, and karaage without overspending.
- CBD Value Staple: A long-running staple in the Meriton complex for swift, budget-conscious lunches steps from Town Hall Station.
What's On at Oiden Bowl Bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Oiden Bowl Bar
How Oiden Bowl Bar delivers rapid, customized Japanese comfort food in the heart of Sydney CBD.
Fast, Fresh Japanese Bowls Made in Minutes
Freshly grilled donburi and bento meals are prepared on the spot in mere minutes along an efficient counter queue.
It was quickly made in front of me within 1-2 minutes.
Declan Seamless Tray-Service Assembly Line
Patrons slide trays through a fast counter, selecting custom side dishes before paying and taking a seat.
This place you grab a tray, head to the line, order your food and pay at the cashier before sitting down.
Arctic Moon Trio of Mini Donburi in One Meal
Diners can choose three distinct mini donburi bowls in one value set to try multiple flavours in a single sitting.
Don't worry, they are smaller bowls and you get to enjoy different flavors in a single meal.
Lucas Custom Variety Combos Under Fifteen Dollars
Budget-friendly combo options let visitors sample diverse toppings from beef rice to takoyaki without overspending.
This has to be Sydney's tastiest cheap eat where you can get three mini donburi (rice bowls) for $13.90! Filling tasty and a great way to try different toppings!
Meeks Randomness Prime CBD Location Steps from Town Hall
Positioned mere moments from Town Hall Station, it offers an ideal quick-stop meal along daily CBD commutes.
Genuinely my go to spot for food when eating in Sydney and only a 1 min walk from Town Hall Station.
Aiden Nathan Rapid Turnover Tailored for Busy Workday Lunches
Even during peak weekday lunch rushes, rapid counter turnover ensures CBD workers can dine without losing break time.
A busy Tuesday lunchtime but it was still a quick wait since they're quite fast on their feet.
The Mog Champ
Most popular items
Fast-served, authentic Japanese donburi bowls prepared fresh along the counter.
Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
I would definitely recommend the teriyaki chicken and rice, as well as their teriyaki chicken curry dish. Absolutely divine!
Arctic Moon Ontama Kara-age Bowl
The karaage is golden, crispy, and juicy, topped with creamy mayo and a soft-boiled egg that melts perfectly into the rice. It’s rich, comforting, and full of flavor in every bite.
Cindy Jöviānd Ontama Takana Salmon
One of their standout dishes is the Ontama Takana Salmon, which is a must-try dish. The salmon is perfectly cooked and is served on a bed of rice with a delicious sauce that brings out the flavors of the fish.
Sonny Blanco Wagyu Beef Bowl
The Wagyu Beef Bowl is by far the most filling and amazing dishes they do. Fell in love 5 years ago and continue to buy it to-date.
Aiden Nathan
Before you head over
Essential advice for ordering, seating, and beating the lunch rush at this fast-paced George Street counter.
Navigate Peak Lunch Hours
Peak weekday lunch hours draw heavy queues; take advantage of the brisk assembly line or opt for takeaway if indoor seating fills up.
Follow the Self-Serve Tray Line
Grab a tray at the entrance and order your base bowl or mini donburi sampler first, then pick up hot sides and pay at the register.
Order the Mini Bowl Combo for Variety
Opt for the multi-item mini rice bowl set if you want to sample distinct toppings like beef and karaage in a single meal without overspending.
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