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Little Itoshin Japanese Dining Bar

110 Mountain View Ave, Miami QLD 4220, Australia

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110 Mountain View Ave, Miami QLD 4220, Australia

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+61 410 700 267
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Little Itoshin Japanese Dining Bar

Tucked into a quiet Miami shopping strip, Little Itoshin delivers serious Japanese dining with zero pretense. Regulars know to grab bar seats facing chef-owner Hibiki, watching raw fish turn into immaculate nigiri over warm seasoned rice. The specials board shifts with the local morning catch—think sweet grouper sashimi or Tweed Heads mangrove jack done in smoky teriyaki. Small-plate standouts balance crunchy crackling salmon skin under raw salmon tartare with savoury, chewy beef yakisoba. Most settle in for the omakase progression, washing down tender cuttlefish and crisp prawn heads with house sake or chilled Japanese pear liqueur served simply over soda and ice.

  • Chef-Driven Omakase: Chef-owner Hibiki crafts intimate multi-course tastings at the counter featuring seasonal nigiri, cuttlefish, and premium beef.
  • Crafted Izakaya Plates: Crisp salmon skin tartare, fried cuttlefish in ponzu, and chewy beef yakisoba pair alongside Japanese craft beer and draft Suntory.
  • Market-Catch Specials: Daily blackboard selections highlight local wild-catch varieties, from sweet grouper sashimi to teriyaki mangrove jack.
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Why Diners Choose Little Itoshin

Experience technical culinary mastery, daily fresh-catch creations, and intimate hospitality in Miami.

  • Artful Custom Omakase Journeys

    Chefs tailor multi-course sushi platters and omakase progressions to individual tables, calibrating texture, temperature, and bespoke seafood selections.

    One of the true highlights was a completely customised sushi platter, crafted specifically for our table. Every piece was a work of art, balancing texture, temperature, and flavour with precision and flair.

    David B

  • Counter-Side Culinary Artistry

    Guests seated along the intimate dining counter can observe chef-owner Hibiki preparing every dish with precision technique and balanced flavour profiles.

    Loved sitting at the bar watching the chef who is clearly top of his game.

    Jessica Whitehead

  • Dynamic Market-Catch Menus

    A rotating specials board highlights seasonal day-boat catches and local species such as sweet grouper sashimi and Tweed Heads mangrove jack teriyaki.

    Also ordered fish of the day which on the night was a Mangrove Jack from Tweed heads, I believe it was - cooked in smoky flavoured teriyaki, it tasted excellent.

    Howford Li

  • Inventive Izakaya Pairings

    The kitchen pairs inventive small bites—like house-pickled starters, beef tataki, and salmon tartare served on crisp salmon skin—with curated sake and Japanese liqueurs.

    the wasabi salmon tartare on its own puffed salmon skin, and the beautifully sweet grouper on the fresh sashimi platter.

    Samantha Lina

  • Personalised Milestone Gatherings

    The team customises portion sizes to exact party numbers and creates festive birthday cakes, ensuring smooth, memorable group celebrations.

    We celebrated a 'double birthday' and the lovely staff went above and beyond to prepare a wonderful Birthday Cake after our magical dinner.

    Marchie Hya Condon (Maya)

  • Generous Family-Style Hospitality

    The welcoming front-of-house team accommodates multi-generational families with attentive, warm hospitality that makes diners feel right at home.

    The staff are incredibly friendly and treat us like family, making each visit feel special.

    Chantel Sundaralingam

Chef-led tasting courses and signature market dishes

  • Omakase Menu

    We got the omakase menu and it did not disappoint!

    Cherie H

  • Salmon Tartare on Puffed Salmon Skin

    the wasabi salmon tartare on its own puffed salmon skin

    Samantha Lina

  • Grouper Sashimi

    the grouper sashimi might be the best I’ve ever had.

    darren brown

  • Special Ramen Night

    Another highlight is their Special Ramen Night every Monday, where you can enjoy unique ramen that’s different from the regular menu.

    Aki A

Other favorites

Izakaya starters, savoury noodles, and specialty beverages

  • Beef Yakisoba

    finished off with a nice beef yakisoba

    Howford Li

  • House Pickles

    The house pickles are a must-try starter.

    Aki A

  • Beef Tataki

    I also highly recommend the slow-cooked chicken, the beef tataki, and the steamed dumplings—they’re all absolutely delicious.

    Aki A

  • Japanese Pear Liqueur

    I had a lovely Japanese pear liqueur, and the waitperson brought soda and ice on the side so I could try it both ways.

    Samantha Lina

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and personal touches observed during service

  • Direct Counter Engagement with Chef Hibiki

    Guests seated at the intimate counter interact directly with chef-owner Hibiki as he prepares sashimi and omakase courses in front of them.

  • Tailored Platter Sizing for Groups

    For group dining, the kitchen customizes sushi platters and modifies course portions to match the exact headcount of the table.

  • Personalized Celebration Gestures

    To celebrate guest milestones and birthdays, staff go above and beyond by preparing a custom birthday cake following dinner.

  • Attentive Beverage Service Variations

    Servers provide thoughtful drink service, such as serving fruit liqueur alongside side portions of soda and ice to allow tasting both preparations.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit to Little Itoshin

  • Book Well in Advance

    This intimate Miami venue is in high demand with limited indoor seating, making advance reservations essential to secure a spot.

  • Suburban Parking on Site

    The venue sits in a quiet suburban strip-mall setting off Mountain View Avenue, offering plenty of hassle-free on-site parking.

  • Check Daily Market Specials

    Look for daily blackboard features and seasonal specials like local mangrove jack, grouper sashimi, or crispy prawn heads alongside the regular dishes.

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