What Makes MITTO Different? A New Kind of Izakaya in Sydney

MITTO Is Not an Ordinary Izakaya

There are many Japanese restaurants in Sydney, but MITTO offers something distinct. Something shaped by culture, design, produce and emotion. Something that feels calm, sincere and crafted with intention.

Here is what sets MITTO apart.

1. A Philosophy Centered on Connection

Everything at MITTO begins with a simple idea. People come alive when they share food with others. Our name reflects this. "Meet" is at the root of MITTO and serves as our guiding principle.

MITTO is a space designed for conversations that flow naturally and moments that feel warm and memorable.

2. A Fusion of Japanese Craftsmanship and Australian Freshness

MITTO respects Japanese culinary techniques, but we celebrate the best of Australian produce at the same time. This combination creates a style of dining that feels both authentic and modern.

What you will love:

• Signature wagyu skewers

• Fresh and refined nigiri

• Small sharing plates inspired by Japanese izakaya culture

• Seasonal omakase experiences

• Thoughtfully curated sake flights

• Everything is prepared with precision and served with sincerity.

3. A Space With History and Heart

MITTO lives inside an 1890s police station in The Rocks. Few restaurants have a home with this much heritage. Our design brings Japanese calm into this historic setting.

Inside, the stone walls are softened with gentle lighting, warm textures and minimalist elements. The Path of Light, or Hikari no Michi, invites guests deeper into the story of the space.

This is not just a dining room. It is an experience created through light, texture and atmosphere.

4. A Dining Experience That Adapts to You

MITTO is flexible and thoughtful. It adapts to the mood and time of day.

For lunch, the atmosphere is bright, refreshing and perfect for light meals.

For dinner, the environment becomes warm, intimate and ideal for conversations that unfold slowly.

For special occasions, our omakase offerings and sake flights create unforgettable experiences.

For casual outings, our Japanese tapas plates make sharing easy and enjoyable.

MITTO offers simplicity with depth, and that balance creates a lasting impression.

5. A Genuine Approach to Hospitality

MITTO follows the Japanese spirit of hospitality known as omotenashi. Guests are welcomed with sincerity and cared for without pretense.

Our service is warm, intuitive and genuinely attentive.

You are not only dining at MITTO.

You are being hosted.

MITTO Is Different Because It Is Honest

We do not try to impress with complexity.

We focus on quality, detail and feeling.

We bring two cultures together in a way that feels natural and heartfelt.

MITTO is a restaurant that stays with you.

Not because of one dish or one feature, but because of the way the entire experience feels.

This is MITTO.

A new kind of izakaya in Sydney.

A place where people meet, share and create memories. OPENING SOON

MID DECEMBER