Tomodachi Izakaya & Bar 1.0

Name: Tomodachi Izakaya & Bar 1.0
Address: 85a Little Malop St, Geelong, AU-VIC, Australia, 3220
Telephone: 0432 733 092
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (139)

$41 to $100

Japanese

85a Little Malop St, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

Michael Bong didn’t come to Japanese cooking along the obvious route – he’s Korean, for one – but now that he has, he’s certainly making the most of it. Tomodachi Izakaya & Bar on Little Malop Street in the centre of Geelong is a tribute to the corner bars of Tokyo, with a focus on japanese tapas and warm dishes mates that come off it. That results in top-notch pork belly, beef and chicken thighs for the meat-eaters and salmon, prawns and scallops for the fish fans as well as beancurd and vegetables for the vegetarians. Aside from the grill, there is also an astounding array of sushi and sashimi dishes, octopus pancake balls, salt and pepper squid, alongside dessert options and a long cocktail menu that befits all the best, boozy backstreet izakaya joints in Japan. Take trip into Geelong town centre for a Japanese meal to remember at Tomodachi on Little Malop Street – just remember to book your table before you arrive, as they do get crowded.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Japanese, Japanese Speciality, Izakaya
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
0432 733 092
Website
http://www.tomodachiizakaya.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Michael Bong

Location
85a Little Malop St, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220
Neighborhood
Geelong City Center
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

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What 139 people are saying

Tomodachi Izakaya & Bar 1.0 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

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139 Reviews

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Liza
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was really lovely and the food was Amazing. The eggplant dish we will remember forever. We would definitely recommend and return.
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Jonathan
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff were so patient and kind, I was on a first date and we ended up talking for hours, the staff were very patient and the evening, the food was fantastic!
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Elisa
Victoria29 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Been before and not sure about this place. Food lacked flavours and drink $14 gin was overpriced. Meal at $20 looked good but missed out on flavours
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Matthew
Tasmania1 review
5.0
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I regularly get my ramen or bento fix here. Seated outside on a warm summer evening is the best!
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Kerry
Victoria7 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Staff are very friendly and the food is fantastic and great value.
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skye
Denver / Colorado8 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love love love! Thank you again for a wonderful evening
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Hung
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great delicious food. Sashimi was really fresh. Had the ramen and it was cooked to perfection. Nothing to fault at the restaurant
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OpenTable Diner
Victoria1 review
4.0
Dined on July 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
‘A hole in the wall’ Tokyo style where great food is served a a reasonable price with friendly and efficient service.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly staff and amazing food. Must try the Hoki Highball cocktail. We will be back soon.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food never disappoints at Tomodachi …. Great value too
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Tomodachi Izakaya & Bar 1.0 is rated 4.4 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

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85a Little Malop St, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220

Additional information

Neighborhood
Geelong City Center
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Japanese, Japanese Speciality, Izakaya
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Bong
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.tomodachiizakaya.com/
Phone number
0432 733 092

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