Oi Izakaya

Name: Oi Izakaya
Address: 4/30 James St, Burleigh Heads, AU-QLD, Australia, 4220
Telephone: 0491 738 867
Price range: $A41 to $A100
Rating: 4.5

4.5

670 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

10:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Oi Izakaya is a quirky, modern Japanese izakaya located in Burleigh Heads, offering a blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese dining with a laid-back Aussie vibe.

Known for its share-style menu featuring izakaya classics like gyoza and sushi, as well as signature dishes like okonomiyaki, it's the perfect spot for a casual meal paired with Japanese whisky, sake, or creative cocktails.

With a dash of Aussie cheek and plenty of charm, Oi Izakaya is all about great food, fun, and good company.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Japanese, Japanese Speciality
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
0491 738 867
Website
http://www.oiizakaya.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Gonzalo Martinez

Location
4/30 James St, Burleigh Heads, AU-QLD 4220
Neighbourhood
Burleigh Heads
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

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Experiences

Guarantee yourself a booth
A$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
We have 3 x booths that sit groups of 5-7 people. We will generally give these to the first groups that book of this size, this option is only for customers that would like to GUARANTEE a booth. If you would like to gaurantee a booth any night of the week you can do so by paying $50 per person in advance to your visit. This amount will be added as a credit to your bill so the final cost is zero. If you prefer not to guarantee a booth and roll the dice, use the booking option below and we will do our best to accommodate you. Thanks + happy dining
Large group (9+) standard omakase
A$55.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
We invite all groups of 9+ to dine on our omakase menu - this option is for the standard omakase. This menu allows larger groups to dine smoothly "izakaya style" (small shared plates) also showcasing some of our favourite items. It is designed to be light and great value, allowing large groups to gather in our venue at reasonable cost and add sushi, sashimi or other faves. The standard omakase consists of the following dishes to share - miso soup, plain edamame, pork gyoza, karaage chicken , yakitori (1 skewer of each pp) – pumpkin + salmon. The vegetarian option consists of miso soup, plain edamame, veg gyoza, karaage mushroom , yakitori - 2 skewers of pumpkin + 1 mushroom. The full menu can be viewed at https://oiizakaya.com.au/food/
Large groups (9+) wagyu omakase
A$75.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
We invite all groups of 9+ to dine on our omakase menu - this option is for our wagyu omakase. This menu allows larger groups to dine smoothly "izakaya style" (small shared plates) also showcasing some of our favourite items. It is designed to be light and great value, allowing large groups to gather in our venue at reasonable cost and add sushi, sashimi or other faves. The wagyu omakase consists of the following dishes to share - miso soup, plain edamame, pork gyoza, karaage chicken , yakitori (1 skewer of each pp) – pumpkin + salmon, wagyu steak. The full menu can be viewed at https://oiizakaya.com.au/food/

sunomono kaiso saladA$12.00
seaweed | japanese cucumber picle | cherry tomato | salad leaves | sesame dressing | seed mix
tuna tataki A$26.00
seared fresh tuna | cucumber seaweed salad | maple sesame dressing | ginger miso paste | ponzu
kingfish carpaccioA$23.00
kingfish | ponzu sauce | tofu cream | pickled fennel | greapfruit | fennel fronds

sashimi

7 slices per serve

salmonA$24.00
kingfishA$26.00
tunaA$25.00

sushi

all sushi contains trace amounts of gluten but can be made Gluten Free

salmurai RollA$27.00
inside: salmon + avocado | outside: salmon + kewpie mayo + teriyaki sauce + flying fish roe + shallot
red dragon rollA$30.00
inside: tuna + prawn tempura | outside: tuna + sriracha mayo + shallot + chilli treads
mushroom vegan rollA$24.00
inside: mixed mushrooms slow cooked in ponzu + garlic | outside: panko breadcrumb + crispy kale + vegan mayo
always sunny in philadelphiaA$15.00
inside: cooked salmon + philadelphia cream cheese | outside: panko breadcrumb + philadelphia cream cheese + teriyaki sauce + shallot + sweet chilli sauce

sushi tacos

our tacos are made with nori (dried seaweed) fried in tempura batter and finished with sushi rice

kingfishA$13.00
kingfish I avocado l pickled ginger l yuzu mayo l red onion l micro herbs l tobiko
salmonA$13.00
salmon I edamame I tobiko I sweet tofu I kewpie mayo | micro herbs
prawnA$14.00
prawn tempura I sriracha kewpie mayo I avocado I shallot I seaweed | micro herbs
karaage mushroomA$12.00
karaage mushroom l avocado l wasabi mayo l micro herbs

otusmami - hot dishes

riceA$4.00
steamed rice | seaweed flakes | sesame seeds
miso soupA$5.00
seaweed | tofu | srping onion
edamameA$9.00
steamed soybeans | salt
spicy edamameA$10.00
steamed soybeans | in-house schichimi garlic paste | salt
renkon chips A$15.00
lotus root chips | sea salt | pumpkin + yuzu dip
agadashi TofuA$17.00
tofu | bonito flakes | grated daikon | spring onion | ginger-konbu broth
nasu dengakuA$20.00
fried eggplant | sweet miso sauce | dried shallot | spring onion | house pickles
karaage mushroomA$19.00
deep fried mushroom + honey mustard roeasted almond sauce
karaage chickenA$22.00
deep fried chicken + spicy chilli roasted peanut sauce
veg tempuraA$17.00
seasonal vegetables + konbu broth
prawn tempuraA$20.00
deep fried prawn + konbu broth (3pcs)

gyoza

5 pcs per serve

vegetarianA$13.00
porkA$14.00
prawnA$16.00
wagyuA$16.00

grill

charred sweetcornA$12.00
sweetcorn | garlic butter | shichimi
char-grilled broccoliniA$25.00
broccolini | miso glaze | smoked butter | almond
vegetable okonomiyakiA$19.00
zucchini | carrot | green cabbage | egg | tenkasu |. kewpie mayo | oko sauce | seaweed flakes | red picled ginger | shallot
prawn okonomyiakiA$22.00
prawn | green cabbage | egg | tenkasu | kewpie mayo | oko sauce | seaweed flakes | red picled ginger | bonito flakes
sweet miso ribbsA$35.00
pork ribbs slow cooked in miso, mirin + soy | grilled shallot | soy-honey glazed apple
150g wagyu steakA$55.00
wagyu steak cooked medium rare served w/ our in-house creamy wasabi sauce

yaki

2 skewers per serve

king oyster mushroomA$14.00
pumpkin + yakiniku sauceA$14.00
teriyaki chicken + shallotA$22.00
spicy salmonA$30.00

omakase

min 2 ppl + whole table must dine on the banquet (mandatory for groups of 9+)

standardA$50.00
miso soup | edamame | pork gyoza | karaage chicken | yakitori pumpkin + salmon
vegetarianA$45.00
miso soup | edamame | veg gyoza | karaage mushroom | yakitori pumpkin + mushroom
wagyuA$70.00
miso soup | edamame | wagyu gyoza | karaage chicken | yakitori pumpkin + salmon | wagyu steak

What 670 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Gold Coast
Lively
Central Gold Coast
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Oi Izakaya offers a delightful Japanese dining experience with "great food, service, and vibe." Known for its "authentic top quality Japanese cuisine," it's a favorite spot for both locals and visitors. The menu caters to various dietary preferences, and the cocktails are "amazing." Ideal for group gatherings and intimate meals alike.

670 Reviews

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Erin
VIP
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing sushi! Small and intimate setting… Great new twist on Japanese food.
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Lisa
Sunshine Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food was fantastic. We ordered a selection of dishes to share and every meal was fresh and tasty. Service was attentive, friendly and quick. This is the second time I have eaten here and have been impressed both times.
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Thomas
London
51 reviews
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great food and the set menu is great value for what you get.
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chloe
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
best food amazing service great spot, definitely will be coming back
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Kim
Gold Coast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The service was excellent. We sat in outside area near the kitchen. It was a little noisy and distracting with service traffic. Overall the experience was great and will go back. I would recommend Oi Izakaya to anyone.
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Ted
New South Wales
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Almost all meals included deep fried something. There was little on the menu we were prepared to eat so we left.
Oi IzakayaResponded on October 29, 2024
Hi Ted Are you sure you have the correct place? We only have limited items that are deep fried - tempura, karaage, agedashi tofu and miso eggplant. One sushi also. The rest of our menu simply doesn't use the fryer - all of the sushis, sashimi, gyoza (pan fried to make the base crunchy, otherwise steamed), edamame, tuna tataki, sweet miso ribs, wagyu steak, charred sweetcorn + broccolini, etc etc. I guess we can't please everyone so if the remaining items didn't suit we apologise, and definitely recommend reviewing our menu online before visiting to avoid disappointment. Happy dining everywhere you go :) Kind regards Oi Izakaya
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Rekkaa
VIP
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly a best kept Burleigh heads secret. Discovering tastes of Japan bite by bite was something we never expected in Australia by the beach. A favourite memory with my love.
Oi IzakayaResponded on October 29, 2024
Thanks Rekkaa! You made our day! All our love back atya! Look forward to seeing you again soon x
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Tahlia
Gold Coast
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great dinner with friends on Saturday night. The banquet was great and worked well for a big group. We added some sushi and sashimi on as well and it made the perfect feed for everyone. Great vibes and great service 😊
Oi IzakayaResponded on October 29, 2024
Thanks Tahlia you've made our day with this review. Appreciate the positive vibes and feedback, and looking forward to seeing you again soon! Best wishes, Oi Izakaya :)
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Amanda
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oi Izakaya is definitely one of the best Japanese’s restaurant on Gold Coast! Love everything there.
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Vickki
Brisbane
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved this laneway Japanese restaurant. Great food, service and vibe. Music was excellent too!
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Oi Izakaya is rated 4.5 stars by 670 OpenTable diners.

Oi Izakaya does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

10:00 p.m.

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

4/30 James St, Burleigh Heads, AU-QLD 4220

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Burleigh Heads
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Japanese, Japanese Speciality
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Gonzalo Martinez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.oiizakaya.com.au/
Phone number
0491 738 867

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Oi Izakaya

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Dining areas

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Guarantee yourself a booth

Large group (9+) standard omakase

Large groups (9+) wagyu omakase

cold dishes

sunomono kaiso saladA$12.00

tuna tataki A$26.00

kingfish carpaccioA$23.00

sashimi

salmonA$24.00

kingfishA$26.00

tunaA$25.00

sushi

salmurai RollA$27.00

red dragon rollA$30.00

mushroom vegan rollA$24.00

always sunny in philadelphiaA$15.00

sushi tacos

kingfishA$13.00

salmonA$13.00

prawnA$14.00

karaage mushroomA$12.00

otusmami - hot dishes

riceA$4.00

miso soupA$5.00

edamameA$9.00

spicy edamameA$10.00

renkon chips A$15.00

agadashi TofuA$17.00

nasu dengakuA$20.00

karaage mushroomA$19.00

karaage chickenA$22.00

veg tempuraA$17.00

prawn tempuraA$20.00

gyoza

vegetarianA$13.00

porkA$14.00

prawnA$16.00

wagyuA$16.00

grill

charred sweetcornA$12.00

char-grilled broccoliniA$25.00

vegetable okonomiyakiA$19.00

prawn okonomyiakiA$22.00

sweet miso ribbsA$35.00

150g wagyu steakA$55.00

yaki

king oyster mushroomA$14.00

pumpkin + yakiniku sauceA$14.00

teriyaki chicken + shallotA$22.00

spicy salmonA$30.00

omakase

standardA$50.00

vegetarianA$45.00

wagyuA$70.00

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