Lee Cone
Incredible spot. Food was perfection and service was lovely. I had the scallop tonkotsu ramen with the miso broth and it was incredible. The waiter told us that the bowls and plates used are all handmade by the owner which I loved – it is absolutely beautiful pottery. Highly recommend.
… moreCady Tran Lam
Shinmachi Newtown
1/239 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
After a long chilly day out ❄️ , we randomly searched on Google and ended up at this little Japanese gem ✨ — tucked away upstairs, super cozy, and full of warm vibes.
The staff were so friendly and welcoming , service was great, and the food definitely had that authentic touch . My highlight? Definitely the agedashi tofu — crispy outside, silky inside, just perfect ✨. The curry don though… a bit on the mild side for me , could use a stronger curry kick.
The kids loved it too — especially enjoying the comfy booth seats while we tucked into dinner. All in all, a lovely surprise find that warmed us up after the cold day.
… moreLuke Luong
Shinmachi in Newtown is an absolute gem. The food here is nothing short of awesome — every dish feels fresh, full of flavour, and made with real care. The ramen is rich and comforting, while the sides and smaller plates are just as impressive. The vibe of the place is lively but welcoming, and the service matches the quality of the food. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a full sit-down meal, Shinmachi delivers on all fronts. Easily one of the best spots in Newtown for Japanese food.
… moreGrace Byun
Was awful japanese restaurant experience ever. The sashimi Omakase set which was $38, absolutely disappointed. How thin they are, please refer to the photos I have attached. I have never seen this kind of sashimi in Sydney. Also, the scallop Sashimi was not fresh at all, and it looked like 3pcs were forced by cutting one scallop into three pieces. To make matters worse, there was a big cockroach on the dining area which was definitely disgusting. Won’t be back unfortunately.
… moreStacey Trock
Delightful restaurant tucked away on the second floor in Newtown. Charmingly intimate in both decor and the warmth of the staff.
The food was delish and heaps of veggie options much appreciated.
Takes credit card
Toilets are down the stairs
Not wheelchair accessible
… moreJennifer Chou
The vegan tan tan was amazing but the vegan curry was too spicy for me, only the eggplant katsu was so good
… moreMarcel Denschel
The restaurant has many things speaking for it like the design, service and parts of the meals but it fails when it comes to the detail. The special king crab ramen had a great broth, tasty crab meat but far too many onions and spring onions. I also expect a calm atmosphere in a Japanese restaurant but the noise level was completely unacceptable and we switched to a different table.
… moreyuqing Xia
I had a wonderful dining experience here. The spicy ramen and cheesecake are highly recommended—they were both delicious. The staff were very friendly and attentive, and the overall experience was excellent. I’ll definitely come back again.
… moreConnor Locke (Mr Spiggs)
Goood and tasty vegetarian ramen and soy karage. Food came out pretty quick despite it being busy.
… moreBlanca esther D’elia
I had an amazing experience, the kingfish tacos were absolutely delicious, and while the ramen was a bit on the spicy side, it was totally worth it. The service was friendly and attentive, and they gave us some fantastic recommendations. Highly recommend!
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