Izy.Aki brings Sydney’s first Kappo Yakiniku Omakase
May 13, 2025Sydney omakase restaurant from decorated chef – Darren Templeman
May 15, 2025IzyAki brings Omakase Experience to Oxford Street
Izy.Aki brings a fresh and approachable take on omakase dining to Sydney’s Oxford Street. Opened in late 2024, this intimate 18-seat venue offers a Kappo Yakiniku Omakase experience, blending the interactive nature of kappo with the chef-curated journey of omakase.
Chef Darren Templeman, known for his work at Atelier and O Bar and Dining, leads the kitchen with a seasonal six or ten-course set menu. Signature dishes include ‘The Egg’—a hen egg filled with white onion puree, foie gras, smoked eel, and topped with trout roe—and a variety of grilled offerings like yakiniku-style meats and 9+ Australian wagyu.
Guests are invited to sit along the counter, engaging directly with Head Chef Bonnie Yu and bartender Aurelian Jeffredo, making for a dining experience that’s as much about connection as it is about cuisine. As Chef Templeman describes it, “It’s not just about the food; it’s about the experience. I want guests to feel like they’re part of the team, not just sitting and watching.”
This summary is adapted from an article by Alec Jones, originally published on Concrete Playground. Read the full article here: Concrete Playground
