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Iori Japanese Restaurant

41 East Row, Canberra 2601, Australia
(02) 6257 2334
Ranked #107 of 598 restaurants in Canberra
3.5 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Cuisines: Japanese
Dining options: Reservations
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW

My husband and I spent a number of years in Japan and love Japanese food. We went to Coo, the "pub" (izakaya) branch of Iori. We were seated quickly by the friendly staff on a busy Friday night. It took a while before we got to order, but the food arrived quickly. I wish I could say we enjoyed the... More

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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This restaurant was one of our favorite "special birthday" restaurants, but sadly it is sliding away from it's glory days. The food here used to be phenominal, and it is still good, but not brilliant. Tonight we had the Sushi & Sashimi for three & there was a LOT of wasabi on the sushi (usually used to hide not so... More

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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

Had a lunch special that was very good value. The sashimi was very fresh.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

I've only been to Coo Japanese restaurants which is located a couple doors down from Iori on East Row Canberra. One thing I especially like is that Coo's has very fresh seafood for the delicious sashimi and excellent cuts. For those who prefer cooked food, they have a good and tasty selection of cooked food also. The lunch time prices... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Unfortunately, while Iori has a few good things on the menu, the level of care and ingredients just isn't there.

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Canberra, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

We went as part of a groupon promotion during the week. I should note that we have been before and had a primarily sushi meal which was very good. This time around the food and service were disappointing. The food was mostly uninspiring and the overcooked rice was soft and mushy which was really shocking for a Japanese restaurant where... More

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Canberra
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

Iori restaurant is in the heart of Canberra City. It is very reasonably priced. The food is delicious.

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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

Had the $60 banquet here twice and the lunchbox once. Truly delicious and a great spot to eat

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

Its not cheap - but the food is fantastic. If they are closed go to there other resturant "Coo" which is a no frills great place to eat - service is good and everthing is very high quality. I have dinned at both and added some photos of Coo which i think is the better value of the two. Enjoy

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011

Went here for lunch a couple of weeks ago and the food was absolutely delicous! Had a dragon sushi roll along with some chicken tempura and various other little bits including fish cakes, prawns and soup! Enjoyed the food although the bill for 3 of us came to 100+... a little too expensive for lunch time.

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