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Tokyo Bird, Surry Hills, AU-NSW

Tokyo Bird

4.6 (619)
$40 and under
Japanese
226-228 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, AU-NSW 2010

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Tokyo Bird is a Japanese inspired small bar located in Belmore Lane, Surry Hills, serving Japanese whisky and beer, cocktails, sake and yakitori – chicken and other delicious morsels on skewers, grilled Japanese style.

Tokyo Bird combines the best of Tokyo’s yakitori-ya and izakaya with classic cocktail bars in an intimate Sydney laneway small bar. We look forward to welcoming you to Tokyo Bird!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Yakitori, Izakaya
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Surry Hills
  • Cross street
    Belmore Ln
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from Central Station (Elizabeth St exit)
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

What 619 people are saying

Tokyo Bird reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Sydney

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Sydney

    Lively

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tokyo Bird offers an authentic Japanese experience with a "phenomenal" food selection, "impeccable" service, and a remarkable whiskey collection. Guests appreciate the "wonderful service" and "delicious food." The atmosphere is lively, though it can get noisy. Ideal for special nights, this restaurant provides good value for exceptional quality.
619 Reviews
  1. Thi

    Sydney1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The first three starters especially the chicken skin were way too salty, i know you tried to sell the starters to be salty so to make people drink more but hey they were way too salty, and do keep keep in mind we did drink, check the bill you will know. Luckily our wagyu skewers and chicken thighs were not salty. The rest of the dishes were ok. Service were good as staff always made sure empty plates got taken away and water fully filled.

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  2. Travis

    Sydney5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional staff food and nothing was too difficult as always it’s a pleasure

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  3. Joanne

    New South Wales6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a lovely bar with a range of Japanese drinks - beer, whisky, gin, sake, wines etc We had some excellent small dishes to enjoy with our meal. The 2 bao buns with a whisky highball was great value!

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  4. Ian

    New South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recommend Tokyo Bird for an authentic Japanese experience. Good wine, excellent cocktails, a large range of Japanese whiskies, or Japanese draught beer from the tap. We choose a variety of finger food to share, always fresh & delicious. Yoshi is an outstanding host. Ian, Megan & Ben.

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  5. Timothy

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owner gave us extra attention all night and generally made it a wonderful evening. The food was so delicious

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  6. Daniela

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My sisters and I has such a good time. The staff was so friendly very great vibe. Food and drinks were delish. I’ll definitely be bringing my friends here soon. :)

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  7. Prue

    Sydney3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice food, ambience nice. Bar stools terrible so nit the most pleasant to sit at the bar.

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  8. Paul

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fabulous meal - exceptional service & peefect portions and food service timings,. A little noisy, but was a Friday night :-)

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  9. Deejay

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tokyo Bird blew me away. The food was phenomenal—every bite was packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and clearly made with care. The service? Impeccable. Friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable without being overbearing. What really surprised me was how affordable it all was. For the quality of both food and experience, it felt like a steal. And the whiskey selection? Absolutely next-level. If you’re a fan, this place is a dream come true. Whether you’re going for a casual night out or something a little special, Tokyo Bird nails it on every front. Can’t wait to go back.

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  10. Abbie

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great bar tucked in a side street of Surry Hills. Wonderful service, delicious food and creative cocktails. Couldn’t have asked for a better place.

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226-228 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, AU-NSW 2010

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Belmore Ln
  • Neighborhood
    Surry Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Yakitori, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from Central Station (Elizabeth St exit)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
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