Mr Kojima

Skip the Surfers Paradise tourist traps. Tucked onto Chevron Island sits Mr Kojima—a quirky, high-energy izakaya dealing in serious Japanese fusion. Brisbane food chasers routinely make the drive just for the sticky pork belly bites. Add a beef tataki that rivals actual Tokyo plates. The menu leans bold. Expect fiery twists on traditional staples, flawless aburi salmon, and a genuinely stellar Japanese pancake. Those securing a table know to anchor their order with the sizzling wagyu or the chef's omakase. Wash it all down with killer cocktails. Fast, deeply flavorful, and surprisingly brilliant with plant-based options. A buzzing room. Essential to book ahead.