Charcoal grills. Cold sake. Late nights.
The soul of Tokyo, in the heart of Fitzroy.
Our kitchen runs from 5pm 'til midnight. Full omakase available with 48hr notice.
Over 40 sake labels from across Japan, plus shochu, Japanese whisky, and craft beer from local breweries. Ask our sake sommelier for recommendations to pair with your meal.
Born in a basement in Shibuya, Izakaya Kuro brings the soul of late-night Tokyo to Fitzroy. We source fish directly from Australian waters, import binchotan from Wakayama, and pair Japanese tradition with Melbourne's irreverent spirit.
Our chef, Tanaka-san, spent 12 years at a yakitori counter in Yurakucho before bringing his craft to Smith Street. Every skewer is treated with the same care and precision.
Walk-ins welcome at the bar. For dining, we recommend booking ahead — especially Friday and Saturday. Counter seats available for solo diners and couples wanting to watch the grill action.
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