First published on . Updated on .

If you're sceptical about ‘Japanese tapas' don't worry. While the ‘series of small dishes' rule still applies, its more a DIY degustation rather than the scarier possibility of tempura chorizo or patatas teriyaki. The menu features a series of small, modern dishes with a delicate Japanese touch, starting with lighter offerings and progressing into heartier fare.

The attentive Japaz staff suggest around six dishes between two people as the general rule and the journey commences with witlof leaves stuffed with crab, green apple and lime salad with sour apple jus. A few too many flavours detract from the delicate crab, but it's an interesting combination of textures.

Swordfish with preserved lemon jus sees the fish seared and finished with aniseed liqueur - the only disappointment is there isn't more to go around. Fortunately the scallops with sweet soy and onion butter arrive - the dish is clean, simple and reserved, letting the scallops lead. Eggplant with pinenuts and cured mullet row is testament to the fact vegetable-based dishes can be as creative and substantial as their meaty counterparts. And speaking of meaty, the rich stewy, wagyu topped with almond cream is a mouth-melter of tender proportions.

Try the coarsely grated manchego cheese served with rum ‘n' raisin gelato and topped with nut praline-sounds like fusion-dining-gone-wrong but it works surprisingly well.

It may not be Japanese, tapas or even Japanese tapas but this is one newbie to keep an eye on.

Japaz details

Address
165 Wycombe Rd

Neutral Bay 2089

Telephone 02 9904 0688

Price per person including drinks $51 to $100

Open Mon-Sat 6pm-10.30pm.

Japaz website

Neutral Bay area guide

Japaz map


     If this map or venue details are incorrect then please Contact Us

Restaurants near Japaz

Maisy's Café

145m - At Maisy's, brekky is 24/7 (go for the mega breakfast with eggs, bacon,...

Koh-Ya

183m -  

Ju Ge Mu & Shimbashi

210m - There are a pair of sandals at least two sizes too small next to our table....

Bourke Street Bakery - Neutral Bay

285m - Taking over from the Central Baking Depot, Bourke Street Bakery has finally...

Enopizzeria

305m - Mauro Marcucci (of Crown Street's Pizza e Birra and Mille Vini fame) brings...

Bistro Paris

408m - This is a terrible location boasting fantastic food. The elegant sounding...

Bars & pubs near Japaz

Honey Rider

149m - Fans of the 1962 James Bond film  Dr No  will have no trouble...

Blue Plate Bar and Grill

177m - Welcome to Neutral Bay’s thriving Grosvenor Street precinct. Take in a...

The Local Bar

205m - Wander down to the end of Young Lane in Neutral Bay and be greeted by a...

The Pickled Possum

226m - If you’re going to sing crap karaoke pop songs to a crowded room, it may...

Firefly Neutral Bay

251m - Little sister of the original Firefly in Walsh Bay, this Neutral Bay...

Garden Brasserie

266m - The garden at Garden Brasserie is not your typical kind. It's an impressive...

Other venues near Japaz

Neutral Bay Club

521m - The Neutral Bay Club opened its doors in 1882 and is one of Sydney's oldest...

Traffic Jam Gallery

631m - Showcasing both Australian and international artists, the Traffic Jam...

Nutcote

1109m - The work of the late May Gibbs has given Australian children wondrous...

The Classic Cupcake Company

1317m - The Classic Cupcake Company’s founder, Anna Eden (pictured), believes that...

MacCallum Pool

1390m - Located on the western side of Cremorne Point with stunning views taking in...

Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

1596m - Without doubt the grandest cinema in Sydney, Cremorne’s art deco picture...

Readers' comments, reviews and pictures

Community guidelines

blog comments powered by Disqus
 


© 2007 - 2013 Time Out Group Ltd. All rights reserved. All material on this site is © Time Out.