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Yoru

2249 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

Recommended by 13 people

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2249 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

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+61 455 051 628
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yoru

Mermaid Beach hides a family-run izakaya plating up scratch-made Japanese-Korean dishes with rare junmai daiginjo sake. Regulars grab stools for the rotating cellar list—poured alongside crisp kingfish sashimi tacos and sizzling marble score 9+ wagyu skewers. In the kitchen, Chef Adam skips MSG entirely, simmering every soup stock from scratch daily. The room stays dark, warm, and buzzing well past 8:30pm, with hosts sliding over unexpected bites of Korean pancake between courses of crisp katsu and steaming bowls of udon.

  • House-Made Stocks & Wagyu: Serves marble score 9+ wagyu skewers and fresh sashimi tacos alongside MSG-free broths made from scratch daily.
  • Rare Junmai Daiginjo: Cellar features a rotating collection of rare junmai daiginjo sake paired with izakaya share plates.
  • Late Dining & Warm Hosting: Kitchen runs late past 8:30pm with family-led hospitality, thoughtful course pacing, and complimentary bites.
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Why Diners Choose Yoru

Discover why diners seek out Yoru for exceptional Japanese-Korean izakaya dining, late-night nourishment, and heartfelt hospitality in Mermaid Beach.

  • Scratch-Made Stocks & MBS 9+ Wagyu

    Chef Adam blends Japanese and Korean influences with scratch-made daily broths free of MSG and premium MBS 9+ wagyu dishes.

    as they use no MSG and make all of their stock from scratch each day. You can absolutely tell.

    Sam Malik

  • Precision Izakaya Plates & Sake Pairings

    A menu highlighted by fresh sashimi, scallop dishes, and juicy wagyu skewers served with curated junmai daiginjo sake.

    everything was flavoured and cooked to perfection, you can’t go past the wagyu skewers, the scallops, the kingfish, the oysters

    Stefani Stefanov

  • Late-Night Dining Past 9 PM

    When flights arrive late or other kitchens close, Yoru welcomes late-night diners with hot, freshly prepared meals past 8:30pm and 9:00pm.

    We had a flight come in at just before 9pm and this was the only restaurant still open . Lucky for us !

    FourOne Investments

  • Nourishing Late Feeds on the Coast

    A rare coastal destination serving nourishing, high-grade meals well into the late evening in Mermaid Beach.

    Nourishing food on the Coast after 20:30- give it a nudge, I dare you!

    Tamsyn Social

  • Unmatched Family Hospitality

    Jessica and Chef Adam bring genuine warmth and dedicated family hospitality that leaves guests feeling personally cared for.

    From the moment we walked in, the warm hospitality was unmatched. The owners are absolutely wonderful. They truly go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and welcome.

    Jasmine Kaur

  • Thoughtful, Attentive Care

    Paced table service and thoughtful chef touches ensure guests feel celebrated and pampered throughout their evening.

    The most beautiful staff who made us feel so special. This will be our new go to place

    Kirsten Chapman

Signature dishes most celebrated by Yoru diners

  • Aburi Taco

    The standout dishes for me were the Aburi Taco, the Korean Spicy Chicken, and the Grilled Australian King Prawns—but to be honest, every single dish we ordered was exceptional.

    Angie Paci

  • Wagyu Skewers

    The wagyu skewers were AMAZING it was 9+ marbling , so juicy and soft.

    Annie Annie

  • Wagyu Steak with Miso Butter

    The wagyu steak with miso butter was an eating experience .

    FourOne Investments

  • Japanese Katsu Curry

    The curry was generous in portion, with a crispy cutlet and rich, flavorful sauce that worked perfectly together.

    Mari

Other favorites

Cocktails, izakaya bites, and desserts to complement your meal

  • Electric SAKURA

    The cocktail not only tasted great but was also gorgeous to look at — definitely one of those drinks you want to take a photo of before sipping!

    Mari

  • Matcha Ice Cream with Sesame Brittle

    The Matcha Ice Cream with Sesame Brittle was divine.

    Aaron Griffiths

  • Agedashi Cheese

    My Agedashi Cheese was surprising light but full of flavour.

    Cameron McEwan

  • Sizzling Gyoza

    We thoroughly enjoyed the sizzling gyoza and sumptuous wagyu beef skewers.

    Aaron Griffiths

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful culinary touches, warm family hospitality, and late-night nourishment at Yoru

  • Daily Scratch Stocks Crafted Without MSG

    Broths and dashi bases are made entirely from scratch daily without added MSG, leaving diners feeling refreshed, light, and comfortably satisfied rather than parched.

  • Thoughtful Complimentary Kitchen Offerings

    Diners receive complimentary kitchen surprises, ranging from chef-gifted bowls of savory miso soup to savory Korean pancake platters served while awaiting dessert.

  • Fresh Hot Dining Past 8:30pm

    Yoru's kitchen stays open and fires up hot, nourishing dinners like grilled wagyu steak and simmered udon past 8:30pm and 9:00pm when nearby kitchens have closed.

  • Hands-On Family Hosting & Playful Decor

    Owners Jessica and Chef Adam warmly greet diners personally and accent the cozy, moody izakaya space with playful touches like Japanese anime character cushions and neon lighting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you get a late dinner here?

Yoru stays open later than many area spots, serving dinner past 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM. Regular hours start at 5:00 PM Tuesday through Sunday, closing at 10:00 PM on Sunday, 10:30 PM Tuesday through Thursday, and 11:30 PM on Friday and Saturday (closed Mondays).

Should you make a reservation in advance?

Walk-ins are welcomed, but booking a table in advance is strongly recommended, especially if you are visiting on peak weekend nights or dining with a group of more than two.

What style of food does Yoru serve?

The menu balances Japanese and Korean culinary traditions, offering scratch-made izakaya share plates, sushi and aburi tacos, fresh sashimi, and premium MBS 9+ wagyu beef. Broths and stocks are prepared in-house daily without MSG.

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