Izakaya Den's basement space is packed most nights with diners sharing Japanese tapas plates and sampling imported Japanese beers, sake, umeshu and shochu. Owned by Simon Denton, of Verge fame, along with Miyuki Nakahara and Takashi Omi, the decor is stark but comfortable with exposed beams, marble tables and projected specials on the main wall providing bursts of colour. Informal, relaxed and buzzing - this Izakaya has quickly become a favourite haunt of Melbourne's dining elite.
This hidden space beneath Russell St has been molded into an edgy ‘Izakaya’ – a Japanese-style pub serving small plates. Unravel the drinks list – a paper scroll tied with string – and choose from an extensive list of sake and Japanese beers, tempting cocktails or great wines. The sweetcorn kakiage – popcorn-style corn kernels covered in a sweet, salty coating – is addictive and perfect to accompany a quick drink. For stayers, there are over 30 small plates on the menu and the kitchen stays open until midnight.
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114 Russell St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
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