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Tokyo Bird, Surry Hills, AU-NSW

Tokyo Bird

4.6 (617)
$40 and under
Japanese
226-228 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, AU-NSW 2010

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Tokyo Bird is a Japanese inspired small bar located in Belmore Lane, Surry Hills, serving Japanese whisky and beer, cocktails, sake and yakitori – chicken and other delicious morsels on skewers, grilled Japanese style.

Tokyo Bird combines the best of Tokyo’s yakitori-ya and izakaya with classic cocktail bars in an intimate Sydney laneway small bar. We look forward to welcoming you to Tokyo Bird!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Yakitori, Izakaya
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Surry Hills
  • Cross Street
    Belmore Ln
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from Central Station (Elizabeth St exit)
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

What 617 people are saying

Tokyo Bird reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Sydney

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Sydney

    Lively

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tokyo Bird offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and a remarkable whiskey selection. While it can get loud on weekends, the friendly staff and delightful menu make it "a fantastic place for a special night" at an affordable price.

617 Reviews
  1. Travis

    Sydney5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional staff food and nothing was too difficult as always it’s a pleasure

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  2. Ian

    New South Wales2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recommend Tokyo Bird for an authentic Japanese experience. Good wine, excellent cocktails, a large range of Japanese whiskies, or Japanese draught beer from the tap. We choose a variety of finger food to share, always fresh & delicious. Yoshi is an outstanding host. Ian, Megan & Ben.

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  3. Timothy

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owner gave us extra attention all night and generally made it a wonderful evening. The food was so delicious

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  4. Daniela

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My sisters and I has such a good time. The staff was so friendly very great vibe. Food and drinks were delish. I’ll definitely be bringing my friends here soon. :)

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  5. Prue

    Sydney3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice food, ambience nice. Bar stools terrible so nit the most pleasant to sit at the bar.

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  6. Paul

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fabulous meal - exceptional service & peefect portions and food service timings,. A little noisy, but was a Friday night :-)

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  7. Deejay

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tokyo Bird blew me away. The food was phenomenal—every bite was packed with flavor, perfectly cooked, and clearly made with care. The service? Impeccable. Friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable without being overbearing. What really surprised me was how affordable it all was. For the quality of both food and experience, it felt like a steal. And the whiskey selection? Absolutely next-level. If you’re a fan, this place is a dream come true. Whether you’re going for a casual night out or something a little special, Tokyo Bird nails it on every front. Can’t wait to go back.

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  8. Abbie

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great bar tucked in a side street of Surry Hills. Wonderful service, delicious food and creative cocktails. Couldn’t have asked for a better place.

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  9. Angus

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time last night! My friend and I arrived around 7pm to a bustling space of dim lights, gorgeous smells and Studio Ghibli playing on a small sidewall. We ordered the blended Japanese whiskies flight. I usually am not big into whiskey (my friend is the connoisseur) but I actually liked these! In fact the Hibiki Japanese Harmony was so good I plan to buy a bottle. Food wise we had 3 vege skewers (eggplant, mushroom, agadashi tofu), the charred broccolini and corn ribs. Favourites were the mushrooms and broccolini but overall everything was great. Big thank you to Tokyo Bird for a great night and we’ll definitely be back again.

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  10. Hiroko

    Sydney1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic atmosphere and service but food was disappointing. Some Yakitori were served cold, unseasoned, and/or seasoned with weird ‘ta-re’. If you are expecting authentic Japanese food, maybe not the right venue.

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Tokyo Bird is rated 4.6 stars by 617 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Tokyo Bird

226-228 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills, AU-NSW 2010

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Belmore Ln
  • Area
    Surry Hills
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Yakitori, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    2 minute walk from Central Station (Elizabeth St exit)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Private Room, Wheelchair Access
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