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Japanese skewers and seafood at RUKI Robatayaki - Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar, Wollongong, AU-NSW

Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar

4.6 (734)
$41 to $100
Creative Japanese
108 Keira St, Wollongong, AU-NSW 2500

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Fire, smoke, and umami - RUKI is all about the good stuff.

From the team that brought you Débutant Dining comes a new experience inspired by the late-night izakayas of Japan, right in the heart of Wollongong.

Enjoy charred skewers straight off the grill, fresh seafood and cold beer.

Take a seat at the bar and let us take care of you. You deserve it.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 2:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Sherley
  • Neighborhood
    Wollongong
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 734 people are saying

Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New South Wales

    Innovative

  • Illawarra

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar is celebrated for its "spectacular food" and "great service," making it a must-visit destination. Diners rave about the "beautifully executed" dishes, with standout items like the sashimi, wagyu steak, and Basque cheesecake. The "funky atmosphere" and attentive staff enhance the overall experience. Highly recommended!

734 Reviews
  1. Nathan

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh, flavourful food…still thinking about the next day!

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  2. Anita

    New South Wales2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We had the banquet menu. Disappointing that we couldn’t just change out the vegetable with another vegetable without a cost. Also restaurant quite empty but we were seated near a very robust group rather than seating them elsewhere. Sashimi and all salmon dishes were amazing but the steak wasn’t as tender as it ought to have been. A great way to try a range of dishes but next time I’d choose from the main menu. Really worth a visit and a great addition to the Wollongong restaurant scene.

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  3. benn

    New South Wales1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    disappointing overall. Food was below average( the wagyu mains were decent) rest was nothing special. Sat the whole sitting with no drink which were asked for at the start and never came. Was then not offered any throughout the sitting. Better to travel to surry hills and go to Ito for the sort of money they are charging for this type of experience.

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  4. Pippin

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and spectacular food. Second visit and it certainly did not disappoint. It’s a must visit

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  5. Brigitte

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As first timers at this restaurant we took recommendations from our friendly waiter/bar staff. Firstly we had salmon tacos, then salmon skewers, ragu beef with slaw and rice and lastly cheesecake. Food was fresh and the flavours were amazing. Presentation was excellent and portions were generous.

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  6. Mark

    New South Wales4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first experience was amazing. The food was delicious and the staff were most courteous and attentive. The atmosphere was cozy and friendly, while the location was perfect in close proximity to the city. We will definitely be back again.

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  7. Sean

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service, amazing food. Great atmosphere for a date. I’ve already recommended this restaurant to my foodie siblings.

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  8. NICOLA

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the banquet at $89 per head. Every course was delicious and brought to the table with appropriate breaks between each course. I asked for a martini and the barman took the time to come over and ask how I'd like it - gin or vodka, dry or dirty. Service overall was good. We'll be back!

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  9. Ingrid

    Sydney3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A fun evening with good food and service just right.

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  10. Chantelle

    New South Wales6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal at Ruki! We had the banquet menu and every single thing we ate was delicious - but my absolute favourites were the wagyu steak and the basque cheesecake.

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  3. New South Wales
  4. Illawarra
  5. Wollongong

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Ruki Robatayaki Grill & Bar

108 Keira St, Wollongong, AU-NSW 2500

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Wollongong
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 2:00 pm–12:00 am Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Sherley
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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