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Amimoto Japanese Restaurant

Shop 13/24 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Shop 13/24 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 7 5531 6967
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: Closed Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Amimoto Japanese Restaurant

Tucked inside Lido Arcade away from the neon strips, Amimoto operates like a classic shokudo—bare walls, plastic chairs, and focus dialed squarely on the plate. Multi-year regulars tracking the recent change of hands note the kitchen hasn't missed a beat. The pull is simple: chirashi bowls mounded with sliced fish, glazed eel over rice, and sweet Tasmanian sea urchin served whole. Bring your own drinks—corkage runs two dollars a glass. Bowls of hot ramen arrive fast at corridor tables, while the staff set out children's utensils before anyone thinks to ask.

  • Ocean-Fresh Bowls: Regulars line up for chirashi don bowls layered with thick cuts of fresh seafood and sweet, creamy Tasmanian uni served whole.
  • Enduring Classics: Longtime patrons confirm comfort staples like savory unagi ju, pork katsu don, and rich noodle broths retain their time-tested character under the new kitchen team.
  • No-Frills Arcade Setting: Tucked deep in Lido Arcade with plastic chairs and corridor seating, dining stays casual with straightforward hospitality and a low corkage fee.
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Why Choose Amimoto Japanese Restaurant

Discover why generations of regulars seek out this hidden Lido Arcade kitchen—plan your visit to experience authentic Japanese comfort food.

  • High-Quality Sushi Without the Tourist Premium

    Amimoto delivers pristine sushi and sashimi crafted with high quality at accessible prices, avoiding the inflated tourist markups typical of Surfers Paradise.

    considering the price, the quality and taste is by far the best sushi I had in the Brisbane and Gold Coast area.

    Dowoo Kim

  • Fresh, Generous Sashimi and Donburi Bowls

    Diners enjoy generous donburi and chirashi bowls highlighting an abundant variety of pristine seafood prepared fresh to order.

    The sashimi was super fresh and there was a great variety of different fish, which made it even better.

    Charlotte Woo

  • Authentic Hidden-Arcade Setting

    Tucked inside the aged Lido Arcade away from street-level tourist crowds, the intimate dining space captures the feel of an authentic Japanese neighborhood shokudo.

    It's the kind of place that feels like a local secret – small kitchen, a few tables, always busy.

    Calvin Wong

  • Unpretentious, Food-First Atmosphere

    Amimoto eschews glossy decor and flashy marketing in favor of straightforward, soul-warming cooking served in an honest, no-frills environment.

    Don’t get fooled by a humble decor and plastic chairs, delicious food doesn’t require flashy and pretty advertising

    Anastasija Laureckienė

  • Reassuring Quality and Recipe Continuity

    Even across kitchen transitions, Amimoto preserves the exact taste and care of signature dishes, giving returning guests complete culinary reassurance.

    Change can bring uncertainty, but in our experience, the quality and heart of this place remain the same.

    Lempicka XU

  • Warm, Attentive Family Hospitality

    Guests receive attentive, heartfelt care from hosts who proactively anticipate guest comfort, making family meals effortless.

    As soon as we arrived, they quickly brought out kids’ utensils, which made us feel very comfortable as a family.

    Molly & Mimi

Authentic, time-honored Japanese comfort staples praised by long-standing locals and visitors.

  • Chirashi Don

    Even after all these years, this is still, without a doubt, the best Chirashi Don you can find in Australia.

    Kay Lee

  • Unagi Ju

    To be honest, we were a bit nervous about whether the flavour of our favourite dish — the Unagi Ju — would change after the change of owner and chef team. But after taking the first bite, we were genuinely relieved. It tastes just as good as before!

    Lempicka XU

  • Tasmanian Uni

    The biggest surprise was the sea urchin (uni). I was expecting the usual Canadian uni which can be a bit bitter, but this one was creamy and sweet – much closer to the Japanese quality I've had before.

    Calvin Wong

  • Ramen

    The ramen was also nice, with a comforting flavour.

    Molly & Mimi

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you find the restaurant inside the arcade?

The restaurant is hidden inside Lido Arcade at 24 Orchid Avenue, in a small passage with mostly quiet storefronts. Walk down the arcade corridor to shop 13; there is no bold exterior street signage.

Should you make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, reservations are accepted. Seating inside is very limited with only a few tables, so booking ahead or arriving right at opening is recommended to avoid waiting in line.

Can you bring your own alcohol (BYO)?

Amimoto does not sell alcohol, but you can bring your own drinks with a BYO corkage fee of $2 per glass.

What are the most popular dishes to order?

Popular menu highlights include fresh chirashi don, sashimi donburi, unagi, katsu curry, and seasonal items like Tasmanian sea urchin (uni).

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