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Japanese skewers and seafood at RUKI Robatayaki - Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar, Wollongong, AU-NSW

Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar

4.6
4.6
719 Reviews
$41 to $100
Creative Japanese

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Fire, smoke, and umami - RUKI is all about the good stuff.

From the team that brought you Débutant Dining comes a new experience inspired by the late-night izakayas of Japan, right in the heart of Wollongong.

Enjoy charred skewers straight off the grill, fresh seafood and cold beer.

Take a seat at the bar and let us take care of you. You deserve it.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 14:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–00:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Sherley
  • Area
    Wollongong
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 719 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Best Service

  • Illawarra

    Best Overall

  • Illawarra

    Best Food

  • Illawarra

    Best Service

  • Illawarra

    Best Ambience

  • Illawarra

    Best Value

  • Illawarra

    Good for groups

  • Illawarra

    Healthy

  • Illawarra

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Illawarra

    Good for special occasions

  • Illawarra

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with "exceptional" food, "amazing" service, and a "creative" menu. Notable highlights include the "tasting menu" and "spicy tacos." The atmosphere is welcoming, with friendly staff and a great location. While some mention noise and lighting concerns, the overall experience is highly recommended.
719 Reviews
  1. Oscar

    New South Wales1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately tapas style was not what we expected for a Japanese venue. Too many additives to the sushimi did not enhance it. The cauliflower was nice but complicated with lots of sauce and overly burnt ( by torch I assume.). The rice came at the end, a little late.

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  2. Leighton

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Beef tartare, salmon tacos, chicken, salmon, and pork skewers… all yum!!! Great service, great location. Only complaint is the lighting could be much softer. A bit too bright and harsh. Food and service was excellent and I’m sure ambiance will only improve in time. Will be back!

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  3. Erin

    Sydney2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was tasty, beautifully cooked. Unfortunately it all came out at different times and order of food was not congruent. Eg, rice was delivered at the end of meal. Drinks were over priced, especially wine by the glass. Our table was far too small. Not enough room for plates and glasses and share plates. Table service was poor, our plates and glasses were not cleared and we felt ignored. There were too many customers, it felt very claustrophobic and the music choices were fine, but way too loud. Hopefully this feedback is constructive.

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  4. Annabella

    New South Wales3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were friendly , food was fresh and quality , as it’s a new venue menu a little limited but found options for quick lunch

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  5. MEREDITH

    Sydney16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    What a fantastic Sunday lunch. We had the tasting menu, which was superb. The new look restaurant is moody colours with a nice looking bar and seating area. The place was not very busy so it was quiet and the music selection was perfect. The tasting menu covers seafood, chicken, steak and dessert. The highlights were the sashimi, BBQ prawns and the wagyu, though it was all very good. We started with cocktails, which were pretty but a bit weak flavoured for our tastes. We then enjoyed a lovely bottle of wine with the meal. Service was well paced, friendly and competent. We are looking forward to our next visit.

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  6. Matthew

    New South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new addition to Keira at dining. Standout was the spicy tacos and the corn ribs. The cocktails were outstanding!

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  7. Casey

    Tasmania1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Farewell Rookie. A great final night, well done!!! Looking forward to Ruki

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  8. Suzi

    Canberra1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Quality ingredients prepared and presented in a creative and delicious manner.

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  9. Kevin

    Sydney2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food. Excellent service by wait staff, very cheerful, knowledgeable

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  10. Elle

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! My favourite restaurant in the Illawarra. exceptional

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Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

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108 Keira St, Wollongong, AU-NSW 2500

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Wollongong
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu 14:00–00:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–00:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Daniel Sherley
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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