About Dendeke Japanese Bar & Dining

If you’re looking to put a name to a Japanese spot that locals quietly get excited about, let me introduce Dendeke Japanese Bar & Dining Restaurant, better known as Dendeke Japanese Bar & Dining, sitting right along High Street at 113 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia. This is the kind of Japanese restaurant that feels relaxed but intentional, where the atmosphere works just as well for a casual weeknight meal as it does for a laid-back catch-up with friends. The vibe leans modern and comfortable, not overly formal, which makes it easy to settle in whether you’re dining in or grabbing something to go. I like that the service options are flexible too, with outdoor seating when the weather’s right, plus takeaway and delivery for those nights you want restaurant-quality food without leaving home. Food-wise, Dendeke Japanese Bar & Dining keeps things approachable while still offering plenty of variety. You’ll find small plates that are ideal for sharing, quick bites if you’re short on time, and healthier options that don’t feel like an afterthought. There’s clear attention given to vegetarian and vegan options, which makes it easy to bring a mixed group without overthinking the menu. On the drinks side, the offering adds another layer to the experience, with beer, wine, spirits, and well-crafted cocktails that pair naturally with Japanese flavors, alongside coffee if you’re keeping things light. Alcohol is available but never dominates the mood, so it works just as well for a relaxed lunch as it does for an evening hangout. What stands out most to me about Dendeke Japanese Bar & Dining is how effortlessly it fits into everyday dining in Preston, combining good food, an easygoing setting, and a menu that feels balanced without trying too hard.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

Popular for

Popular for

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Healthy options

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Gender-neutral toilets

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Tourists

+ Transgender safe space

Planning

Planning

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Thursday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Saturday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
  • Sunday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM
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113 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Reviews

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An absolutely amazing experience! Went here for a 2 year anniversary, and after putting this in my booking notes, the wait staff surprised us with a sweet message on our dessert plate with a sparkler (that is a staff member holding it in the photo!). The service here was absolutely exceptional, and the waiter also spoke to us about a new menu item he added, and how we found everything. Most importantly, the food here was absolutely delicious! Well priced, fresh and so so tasty! The seating available is intimate and cute, and the bathroom etc are clean and nice. Would highly recommend in all aspects.

- Ella Davis -

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Had a wonderful time and the food was incredible. The oysters were fresh and delicious and everything was plated beautifully. Would recommend for anyone looking for an impressive place to have a romantic dinner. Great service as well. 10/10.

- S Smith -

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Very cosy neighborhood restaurant. We've been there three times now, each time has been great. Staff are attentive and knowledgeable, great sake list and most importantly food is delicious! I recommend the salmon aburi roll and the mackerel - yum!

- Rebecca Shields -

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The sashimi was so fresh & the mackerel was delicious! Big range of authentic Japanese Alcohol. Very reasonably priced, quality food. Service was great, they were willing help sort out a last minute desert celebration with candles. Would definitely go back again soon! I highly recommend Assorted Sashimi and Grilled Mackerel 10/10

- claudine vizcarra -

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Great Sunday night out. Delicious food! The place was packed and the atmosphere was warm, cosy and inviting. The only negative was the service. We were seated and our drinks order taken, then three other tables were seated, their drinks and food arriving before our order (food) was taken. We reminded the waiter about the drinks he said they were coming. Would have been better to admit he had forgotten about us. All in all I would go back. Maybe they were just getting slammed, the place was packed.

- Colin Stohr -

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Time for some delicious Japanese food. We love the crispy menu items. You can never have enough crispiness in your dinner. Well maybe that's just us but every thing was so tasty & cooked well. The star for me was the chicken karaage. I also loved the cocktail O-kiku: Chrysanthemum- infused Gin, Persimmon Liqueur, Cynar. It was so nice and sweet just the way I like it. I struggle to find sweet cocktails these days and always need to add sugar syrup, the sweetness in this was perfect.

- J Retired from the kitchen -

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So impressed after our first experience dining here tonight. We were 2 mums with 2 toddlers and they were so accommodating. Already had high chairs and plastic bowls etc set up when we arrived (booked online and asked for high chairs) All staff were so friendly and food was delicious. Will definitely be back!

- Sarah Bibby -

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