For one night, Yūgen breaks the rules. Inspired by Tokyo’s tachinomi bars, this is standing-room energy—fast plates, flowing drinks and a room that never sits still. No reservations. No schedules. Come and go as you please.

Move through every level as live Tokyo-inspired beats pulse around you. Sashimi and nigiri on the spot, yakitori straight off the grill, izakaya bites in constant rotation and mini cocktails that keep coming. This isn’t dinner. It’s a night out. Miss it, and it’s gone.

Part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival 2026 Program.

February 17th ushers in the Year of the Horse—fiery, fearless, and full of life.

For one week only, we’re serving a specially curated Lunar New Year Banquet menu, designed to bring prosperity, luck, joy, and good fortune—whether you’re celebrating with family or friends.

Celebrate love the Yūgen way with a specially curated Valentine’s Tasting Menu from $185 per person.

Complete the experience with an added romantic touch–a single long-stem rose and personalised card available to add on for $35.

Join us every Saturday as we bring the vibe with live DJ sets from Melbourne’s finest, including DJ DNE, Cesur, Kelvin Dana, Christina, and Edd Fisher. Whether you’re in for a few drinks, a bite to eat, or just to soak up the atmosphere, join us at Yūgen.