Restaurant
Sushi Bar Rashai
241 Parramatta Rd, Annandale NSW 2038, Australia
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241 Parramatta Rd, Annandale NSW 2038, Australia
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Behind an unassuming Parramatta Road entrance, this Annandale dining room captures the understated warmth of a neighborhood Tokyo diner. Run entirely by a husband-and-wife duo handling both the sushi counter and the floor, the kitchen turns out cut-to-order nigiri, generous salmon platters, and simmering chanko hotpot alongside crisp squid karaage. Regulars rely on the kitchen well past the standard suburban dinner hour—trading late into the night until midnight with teapots of roasted genmaicha and grilled salmon rolls.
- Husband-and-Wife Craft: The entire dining room and kitchen are run solely by a husband-and-wife team, delivering genuine hospitality from prep to floor service.
- Late-Night Dining Until Midnight: Full kitchen service runs until midnight, offering late-night sit-down dining and takeaway long after most neighborhood spots close.
- Generous Homestyle Menus: Crowds single out the thick-cut salmon nigiri platters, squid karaage, and dashi-rich chanko hotpot.
What's On at Sushi Bar Rashai
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Sushi Bar Rashai
What sets Sushi Bar Rashai apart for dinner and late-night cravings
Owner-Crafted Hospitality
Husband-and-wife owners prepare and serve every meal themselves with attentive hospitality and traditional dedication.
The place is run by a lovely Japanese couple and it’s super impressive that they run the whole restaurant by themselves.
Natalie Hé Transporting Neighborhood Atmosphere
Step into a warm, inviting oasis that evokes the intimacy and cozy ambience of a local neighborhood eatery in Japan.
the atmosphere made us feel like we were dining in a local restaurant in Japan
Kanabananann Late-Night Dining Until Midnight
Enjoy authentic dining, full-menu hot dishes, and fresh sushi cravings late into the evening right up to midnight.
Open until midnight, perfect for late dinners.
Freya Mac Unhurried After-Hours Comfort
Guests arriving shortly before closing are welcomed warmly with unhurried care and attentive service after late work hours.
They’ve served me very shortly before close too which is so kind when I’ve finished work late!
Alicia LB Bezzina Generous Sharing Platters and Portions
Generously portioned sushi, bento, and sashimi sets deliver remarkable freshness and value for regular family dinners.
the sushi platters are perfect for sharing and worth the price
Ella Gidney Santos Exceptional Quality and Value
Authentic preparation across both delicate raw fish and cooked classics ensures reliable taste and high value every visit.
The prices are very reasonable, and the portions are generous, so you’ll definitely leave feeling full.
Kitsugawa Tatsuya
Most popular items
Signature sushi, platters, and authentic Japanese favorites
sashimi
sashimi very fresh and all our deep fried dishes were cooked perfectly.
Nadya Lyana chicken karaage
they make the best chicken karaage and grilled salmon nigiri.
Natalie Hé salmon lover platter
each week on Fridays we pick up our go to small salmon lover platter, which is as always extremely fresh and includes generous amounts of sashimi, particularly on the nigiri pieces.
Ella Gidney Santos grilled salmon nigiri
they make the best chicken karaage and grilled salmon nigiri.
Natalie Hé
Other favorites
Traditional starters, sides, and sweet finishes
agedashi tofu
I love the agedashi tofu, premium wagyu steak and aburi spicy salmon.
Alicia LB Bezzina miso soup
Love the miso soup as well - just the right umami flavour,not too salty.
Nadya Lyana tempura ice cream
highly recommend the tempura ice cream!
Michael Evans genmai cha
Also, their green tea is the good quality genmai cha (roasted rice green tea), not the tea bag kind.
Minx Chique
Beyond the menu
Attentive gestures and personal hospitality that elevate dining at Sushi Bar Rashai
Personal Chef Bow and Greeting
The chef steps out from the kitchen after the meal to personally thank guests and bow with sincere appreciation.
Unrushed Late-Closing Hospitality
Even when dining right at closing time, the hosts ensure diners take their time to finish their courses without feeling rushed.
Respectful Takeaway Departure Bows
Staff warmly bow to regulars picking up sushi orders, maintaining traditional Japanese hospitality even for takeaway.
Genmaicha Roasted Rice Green Tea
Complimentary green tea is served using authentic, premium roasted rice genmaicha rather than standard teabags.
Before you head over
Practical dining tips covering peak hours, late-night dining, and street parking.
Time your visit around the dinner rush
The venue is run entirely by a two-person team with one chef in the kitchen and one server out front, seating up to around 20 diners. Peak rush occurs between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM, so arrive earlier or visit outside rush periods to avoid waiting for courses.
Take advantage of late-night hours
The restaurant operates late into the night until midnight, serving full-menu sushi, hot pots, and Japanese comfort dishes. Even if you arrive shortly before closing after a late work shift, the owners offer accommodating and unhurried hospitality.
Look for side-street parking and entrance access
Located on Parramatta Road, the facade can appear quiet or closed from the street, but the dining room is open inside. For parking, skip Parramatta Road and look for spots on nearby side streets, especially Macquarie Street.
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