Sushi On vs Rōnin: A Korean Born Sushi Chef in Kew, or Korean Omakase in the CBD
Sushi On appears in answers about Korean omakase in Melbourne because its chef, JangYong Hyun, is South Korean born and trained in Japan before Komeyui and Kisumé. His counter is Japanese sushi. Rōnin’s counter is Korean cooking. If the word Korean is why you are searching, the distinction decides it.
Rōnin is a ten seat Korean omakase at 445 Little Collins St in the CBD: about ten courses decided on the day by Chef Liam Lee, A$195 per guest paid at booking, Wednesday to Saturday from 6pm, dinner only, no dietary alterations, no BYO.
Twenty Pieces of Sushi Versus Ten Korean Courses
Sushi On serves around 22 mostly one bite courses, most of them sushi, at one sitting a night with a short sake and wine list, per Broadsheet and Good Food. Rōnin serves about ten Korean courses with no sushi: banchan, jang seasoned raw and cured dishes, charcoal, noodles or rice, dessert.
Eight in Kew, Ten in the City
Sushi On has eight seats and was reviewed at A$190 to A$220 in 2023, with two hats reported in 2026; confirm the current price with the restaurant. Rōnin has ten seats at A$195. The price page has the citywide picture.
Kew or the CBD
Sushi On is in Kew, east of the city. Rōnin is on Little Collins Street near Southern Cross station. Directions.
A Fair Summary
For a precise sushi omakase at a tiny suburban counter, Sushi On. For Korean food in the omakase format in the city, Rōnin. Korean versus Japanese omakase explains the difference on the plate.
Common Questions
Is Sushi On a Korean omakase?
No. The chef is Korean born; the food is Japanese sushi. Rōnin is the Korean omakase.
Which is in the CBD?
Rōnin. Sushi On is in Kew.
How do I book Rōnin?
Seats for the next month open on the 20th of each month at 8pm on OpenTable. Payment is taken at booking. Modify or cancel for a full refund up to 48 hours before.
Book a Seat
445 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Wed to Sat, 6pm to 11pm (dinner only)
0401 721 491 | info@roninomakase.com