Yamagen Restaurant
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Our verdict
Wine Spectator 2026 Best of Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Japanese. Wine strengths: Australia, France.
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- Address
- 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
- Phone
- +61 7 5584 1266
- Hours
- Mon ClosedTue–Thu 5:30–10:30 PMFri 12–3 PM, 5:30–10:30 PMSat 5:30–10:30 PMSun Closed
- Website
- yamagen.com.au
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on SevenRooms
The menu
What to order
- Hokkaido Scallop Sashimi
- Wagyu Aburi
- Crispy Pork Belly with Nashi Pear and Wasabi
- Miso-glazed Glacier 51 Toothfish
- Sashimi Tacos
- Truffle Wagyu Tartare
Wine Spectator 2026 Best of Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: Japanese. Wine strengths: Australia, France.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
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Details
- Lively
- Modern
- Trendy
- Energetic
- Sophisticated
- Romantic
- Well Known
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- After Work
- Business Dinner
- Late Night
- Design Destination
- Hotel Restaurant
- Open Kitchen
- Chefs Counter
- Wine Cellar
- Sake Program
- Craft Cocktails
- Extensive Wine List
- A La Carte
- Omakase
- Small Plates
- Tasting Menu
- Whisky
- Cocktails
- Sake
- Wine
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Gluten Free Options
- Pescatarian Friendly
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–3 PM, 5:30–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Neon lights, moody low lighting and bold red tones create a Tokyo-after-dark feel, blending the buzz of an izakaya with the polish of a fine-dining hotel restaurant.