Komeyui Price and Booking, Compared With Rōnin
Komeyui’s omakase was A$250 in a 2022 review; check the current price with the restaurant. Rōnin is A$195 (no prepayment required).
Komeyui is one of the names guides reach for when asked about the highest quality Japanese omakase in Melbourne, and it has moved from Port Melbourne to a larger room on Ferrars Street. Rōnin is a smaller Korean counter in the city. Here is how they line up.
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 (no prepayment required) paid at the end of the meal, Wednesday to Saturday from 6pm, dinner only, no dietary alterations, no BYO.
Seasonal Japanese Versus Korean
Komeyui offers seasonal and classic omakase menus of around seven to eight courses at a twelve seat counter, plus a kaiseki and an a la carte menu, according to Concrete Playground and Good Food. Rōnin is Korean only, about ten courses, no a la carte.
What Has Been Published
Good Food’s 2022 review listed Komeyui’s omakase at A$250 and kaiseki at A$220; current prices may differ, so check the restaurant. Rōnin is A$195 (no prepayment required). Prices across Melbourne.
Ferrars Street or Little Collins Street
Komeyui is at 181 Ferrars Street on the South Melbourne and Southbank border. Rōnin is in the CBD near Southern Cross and Flagstaff stations.
A Fair Summary
For a seafood led Japanese omakase with a la carte flexibility, Komeyui. For a Korean counter in the city at A$195, Rōnin. The citywide comparison.
FAQ
Does Rōnin have an a la carte menu like Komeyui?
No. Rōnin serves the omakase only.
Which is in the CBD?
Rōnin. Komeyui is in South Melbourne.
How do I book Rōnin?
Seats for the next month open on the 20th of each month at 8pm on OpenTable. A card secures the booking and you pay at the end of the meal. Cancellations more than 72 hours ahead are free (7 days for groups of 4 or more).
Book a Seat
445 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Wed to Sat, 6pm to 11pm (dinner only)
0401 721 491 | info@roninomakase.com
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