Modern sushi restaurant in West End, Brisbane, with a 68 AUD weekday banquet, private room and SevenRooms booking.
At a glance
- Price
- $
- Reservations
- SevenRooms · easy to book
- Booking
- SevenRooms
- Cuisine
- Modern sushi
- Price
- Affordable
IPPIN Japanese Dining sits on Level 2 of The Garden Pavilion at West Village in West End, reached by lift or stairs above the main retail level. The restaurant pairs contemporary Japanese cooking with sushi, sashimi and charcoal-grilled Wagyu, backed by a beverage list of more than 35 sakes, an award-winning wine selection, and Japanese whisky.
For newcomers, the HENGE Banquet is the entry point at 68 AUD per person, available from 15 September, with ordering cutoffs of 8:00pm Monday to Thursday and 6:00pm Friday to Sunday. There is also a Duo Taste Challenge from October 1, built for pairs and bookable only in multiples of two guests (2, 4, 6 or 8), and a Bottomless Lunch on weekends aimed at group celebrations. À la carte ordering runs alongside these set menus. A private room is available, and the venue runs both lunch and dinner service most days, with continuous hours on Friday and Saturday.
The restaurant holds a chef-hatted reputation and lists an AGFG award recognition. Reservations go through SevenRooms, and the booking difficulty is rated easy. English-language menus are available, making this a straightforward option for visitors unfamiliar with Japanese set-menu dining. The restaurant describes itself as independently owned, with an emphasis on hospitality and an extensive sake program as part of the overall dining experience.
Good to know
- How much does the omakase cost at IPPIN?
- The HENGE Banquet, aimed at first-time guests, starts from 68 AUD per person, available from 15 September.
- How do I book a table?
- Reservations are handled through SevenRooms; the booking process is rated easy.
- Is there a private room?
- Yes, IPPIN has a private room available; confirm capacity and availability directly with the restaurant.
- What is the Duo Taste Challenge?
- It's a shared menu served in pairs, bookable only in multiples of two guests (2, 4, 6 or 8), available from 1 October.
- How do I find the entrance?
- IPPIN is on Level 2 of The Garden Pavilion at West Village, West End, reached via the lift or stairs; first-time visitors should allow a few extra minutes to locate it.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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