Sono Japanese Restaurant | Portside Wharf

Sono Japanese Restaurant at Portside Wharf is a bastion of traditional Japanese culinary arts in Brisbane. Overlooking the river in Hamilton, Sono offers an immersive cultural experience that combines authentic flavours with serene, elegant surroundings. The restaurant features several distinct dining areas, including traditional tatami rooms for private groups and high-energy teppanyaki bars. Executive chefs utilize the freshest seasonal seafood and premium ingredients to create artful displays of sashimi, sushi, and Wagyu beef. Sono’s commitment to “Omotenashi”—the Japanese art of selfless hospitality—ensures that every guest feels cared for throughout their meal. The extensive sake and shochu list provides the perfect accompaniment to the delicate flavours of the menu. Whether you are enjoying a multi-course kaiseki banquet or a casual teppanyaki lunch, Sono delivers a refined and peaceful escape from the everyday. It remains one of Brisbane’s most awarded Japanese restaurants, celebrated for its consistency, quality, and timeless appeal in a contemporary riverside setting.