Dekoboko - Melbourne

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Dekoboko

Dekoboko
4.6 / 5 (2695 reviews)

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Deko Boko in Richmond has garnered rave reviews for its authentic Japanese cuisine, generous portion sizes, and friendly staff. Dishes like chicken Katsu curry and salmon poke bowl have received high praise, with customers particularly loving the flavorful curries. The cozy atmosphere, affordable prices, and great drinks menu make it a popular spot, especially during happy hour. Some diners have called it the best Japanese restaurant in Melbourne and praise the value for money. Despite some minor service issues and the occasional miss with desserts, Deko Boko remains a hidden gem worth visiting for a satisfying Japanese dining experience.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Houda

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★ 4.6 / 5 from 2695 reviews
hannah
29.01.2024

Visited Deko Boko twice within a week. You definitely have to try the chicken karage don and the Japanese curry. Portion was quite generous and price is affordable. The matcha soufflé was not as good as I expected but I would definitely be back to try the other cakes. Overall extremely pleased with the food!!

the-lambshank-redemp
29.01.2024

What an unassuming gem! We popped in for some rainy Friday night Japanese. This place is great value all of this food plus a yuzu soda and iced matcha latte was $30. The iced latte was sweet without overpowering the traditional matcha flavour. It was great to be able to choose the spice level of the katsu curry, and my poke salmon don had so much flavour and variety with a little bit of spice too. Their desserts look fantastic and we’ll be back for more!

daniel-wirjoprawiro
29.01.2024

We visited a charming Japanese restaurant in Richmond. We ordered the rice bowls, which were delicious, flavorful, and served in generous portions. We enjoyed the open and spacious atmosphere with the high ceilings, although we noticed that the restaurant seemed a bit understaffed during our visit. Despite this, we found the experience to be excellent value and we plan to return to explore more of the menu.

houda-g-3
06.08.2025

Sweets were ok. Didn’t really enjoy the drinks. The service was good. Food: 3 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3

amadu-koroma
06.08.2025

The reason i keep coming back is of course, the food is great, but what really draws me in is the atmosphere created by the staff , all the staff radiate pure joy. Their genuine smiles and positive energy lift my spirit every time I walk in. It’s a reminder that how we show up can have a powerful impact on those around us. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $1–20

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The second closest station is West Richmond Station, located 939 meters away.

As a guest, you can use the WiFi of the establishment free of charge.

You can watch major sporting events on a screen / TV right in the joint.

The rooms on site are wheelchair accessible and can also be used with a wheelchair or physical disabilities.

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