Hashi Japanese Cuisine South Dunedin
japanese restaurant — South Dunedin · Dunedin
About Hashi Japanese Cuisine South Dunedin
Hashi Japanese Cuisine South Dunedin brings authentic and hearty Japanese classics to the bustling King Edward Street strip in South Dunedin. Focused on fresh, satisfying meals, the eatery caters to casual diners and takeaway seekers alike with an expansive menu covering everything from expertly rolled sushi and sashimi platters to sizzling teppanyaki, hearty bento boxes, and comforting ramen soup.
Whether dropping by for a quick lunch box or ordering a warm evening meal of donburi, Japanese curry, or udon, diners are greeted with a diverse spread that also features popular Filipino specialties like Sisig and Lechon Kawali alongside Japanese favourites. With options available for takeaway pickup and extensive delivery across Dunedin suburbs, Hashi South makes wholesome, freshly prepared Asian cuisine easily accessible for everyday dining.
A Taste of Japan in South Dunedin: Dining at Hashi Japanese Cuisine
Perched along the vibrant retail strip of King Edward Street, Hashi Japanese Cuisine South Dunedin has established itself as a reliable cornerstone for satisfying, freshly prepared Japanese fare. Whether you are a local resident popping in for an unhurried weekday lunch, picking up a quick takeaway box on the commute home, or organising an evening feast for the whole family, Hashi brings authentic flavours and generous portions to this beloved southern corner of Dunedin.
From the moment you browse the menu, the breadth of choices reflects a commitment to satisfying every type of craving. Japanese food lovers will find all their traditional staples meticulously prepared, from freshly rolled sushi rolls to sizzling stir-fries, hot noodle broths, and crispy deep-fried classics.
The Heart of the Menu: Bento, Bowls, and Sizzling Classics
Among the top sellers that keep regulars returning is the iconic Karaage Chicken Bento, a well-balanced box featuring crispy seasoned chicken nuggets alongside fluffy rice and accompaniments. The kitchen also masters traditional home-style comfort with donburi bowls like Katsudon, Oyakodon, and Gyudon, where simmered meats and silky eggs coat hot steamed rice.
For those who love hearty comfort on colder southern days, the Japanese Curry section is especially inviting. Fragrant, thick, and mildly spiced curry sauce is paired with everything from chicken katsu and tonkatsu pork to vegetables and tofu. Noodle aficionados are equally well catered to, with steaming bowls of ramen and udon soups sharing the stage with wok-tossed yakisoba and chewy yakiudon dishes.
Fresh Sushi, Platters, and Unique Fusion Touches
Sushi remains a standout feature at Hashi. Individual sushi rolls—ranging from crispy chicken and teriyaki chicken to fresh salmon and cream cheese avocado—are prepared fresh daily. For larger gatherings, office functions, or family celebrations, Hashi offers multi-piece party packs and curated sushi-sashimi platters combining nigiri, hosomaki, and premium cuts of fresh salmon.
Adding an intriguing dimension to their lineup, Hashi also features Filipino favourites such as Lechon Kawali and Sisig. These crisp, savoury pork dishes bring an exciting culinary crossover that sets the King Edward Street restaurant apart from conventional suburban sushi shops.
Convenience for South Dunedin and Beyond
Hashi South Dunedin makes enjoying good food straightforward. Operating seven days a week, the restaurant provides an easy online pre-order system for both pickup and home delivery. Their delivery network reaches far across the city—covering suburbs from Caversham, Forbury, and Saint Clair all the way to North Dunedin, Mornington, and Green Island. With table reservations available alongside takeaway convenience, Hashi South remains a warm and dependable destination for quality Japanese dining in Dunedin.
Signature items
- Karaage Chicken Bento
- Crispy Chicken Sushi Rolls
- Teriyaki Chicken Dish
- Ramen
- Sisig
- Chicken Katsu with Curry
Menu
Sides
- Miso Soup — Traditional Japanese warm fermented soybean broth.
- Rice — Steamed fluffy white Japanese rice.
Entree
- Seaweed Salad — Marinated seasoned green seaweed salad.
- Edamame — Steamed soybean pods lightly salted.
- Agedashi Tofu — Lightly battered and fried tofu served in a dashi broth.
- Spring Rolls (6 Pcs) — Six golden crispy vegetable-stuffed spring rolls.
- Age Gyoza Vege (6 Pcs) — Six deep-fried vegetarian dumplings.
- Age Gyoza Pork (6 Pcs) — Six crispy fried savoury pork dumplings.
- Chicken Karaage (4 Pcs) — Four pieces of seasoned Japanese fried chicken.
- Takoyaki (5 Pcs) — Five fried octopus-filled batter balls topped with sauce.
- Prawn Tempura — Prawns fried in light, crispy Japanese tempura batter.
- Vegetable Tempura — Assorted fresh seasonal vegetables in light tempura batter.
- Ebi Fry — Crispy panko-breaded fried prawns.
Nigiri
- Salmon Nigiri (4 Pcs) — Four pieces of fresh salmon draped over pressed sushi rice.
- Crispy Prawn Nigiri (3 Pcs) — Three pieces of crispy crumbed prawn placed atop sushi rice.
Donburi
- Katsudon — Crispy crumbed pork cutlet cooked with egg over a bowl of rice.
- Oyakodon — Simmered chicken, egg, and onion served over warm rice.
- Gyudon — Thinly sliced tender beef and onions simmered over steamed rice.
Sashimi
- Salmon Sashimi (7 Pcs) — Seven freshly sliced cuts of raw salmon.
- Salmon Sashimi (12 Pcs) — Twelve pieces of fresh delicate salmon sashimi.
- Salmon Don — Fresh sliced salmon sashimi arranged over seasoned sushi rice.
Yakisoba
- Chicken Yakisoba — Stir-fried soba noodles with chicken and vegetables.
- Beef Yakisoba — Pan-fried yakisoba noodles tossed with beef strips.
- Pork Yakisoba — Fried wheat noodles cooked with sliced pork and vegetables.
- Seafood Yakisoba — Yakisoba noodles wok-tossed with mixed seafood.
- Vegetable Yakisoba — Fried noodles tossed with crisp mixed vegetables.
- Tofu Yakisoba — Stir-fried noodles combined with golden tofu pieces.
- Spicy Yakisoba — Wok-fried yakisoba noodles spiced with hot seasonings.
Yakiudon
- Chicken Yakiudon — Thick udon noodles stir-fried with tender chicken.
- Beef Yakiudon — Udon noodles pan-fried with seasoned beef and vegetables.
- Pork Yakiudon — Wok-fried thick udon noodles tossed with pork.
- Seafood Yakiudon — Chewy udon noodles stir-fried with mixed seafood.
- Vegetable Yakiudon — Thick wheat udon stir-fried with assorted garden vegetables.
- Tofu Yakiudon — Pan-fried udon noodles cooked with pieces of tofu.
- Spicy Yakiudon — Stir-fried udon noodles packed with savoury heat.
Beef Dish
- Teriyaki Beef Dish — Thinly sliced beef simmered in teriyaki sauce, with rice and salad.
- Satay Beef Dish — Beef strips simmered in aromatic satay sauce, with rice and salad.
- Yakiniku Beef Dish — Japanese BBQ-style grilled beef served with rice and salad.
- Kimchi Beef — Beef stir-fried with tangy spicy kimchi, with rice and salad.
- Spicy Beef Dish — Savoury beef with a spicy chilli kick, served with rice and salad.
Bento Box
- Teriyaki Chicken Bento — Teriyaki-glazed chicken boxed meal with rice and accompaniments.
- Karaage Chicken Bento — Crispy Japanese fried chicken bento with side treats and rice.
- Satay Chicken Bento — Chicken in satay sauce served inside a compartmental bento.
- Satay Beef Bento — Slices of beef in satay sauce paired with rice in a bento box.
- Teriyaki Beef Bento — Sweet teriyaki beef served alongside sides in a bento box.
- Tonkatsu Bento — Crispy panko pork cutlet bento served with rice and sides.
- Chicken Katsu Bento — Golden fried breaded chicken cutlet packaged in a bento.
- Teriyaki Vege Bento — Vegetarian bento with teriyaki vegetables and rice.
- Teriyaki Tofu Bento — Crispy tofu in teriyaki sauce in a satisfying bento box.
- Prawn Katsu Bento — Breaded prawn cutlets arranged in a bento box with sides.
- Teriyaki Salmon Bento — Grilled teriyaki salmon fillet with sides in a complete bento.
- Salmon Sashimi Bento — Fresh raw salmon sashimi slices presented in a bento box meal.
- Teriyaki Fish Bento — Flavourful teriyaki-glazed fish served inside a bento.
- Spicy Tofu Bento — Tofu with spicy seasonings served with rice in a bento.
Pork Dish
- Kimchi Pork Dish — Tender pork cooked with spicy kimchi, served with rice and salad.
- Tonkatsu Pork Dish — Deep-fried breaded pork cutlet served with rice and salad.
- Yakiniku Pork Dish — Japanese BBQ-style seasoned pork served with rice and salad.
- Teriyaki Pork Dish — Sliced pork cooked in sweet teriyaki sauce, with rice and salad.
- Spicy Pork Dish — Stir-fried pork with spicy sauce, served with rice and salad.
Udon Soup
- Chicken Udon — Hot broth with thick udon noodles and chicken pieces.
- Miso Udon — Udon noodles swimming in comforting miso-based soup broth.
- Seafood Udon — Udon noodle soup enriched with fresh assorted seafood.
- Vegetable Udon — Warm noodle soup loaded with vegetables in light broth.
- Gyoza Pork Udon — Udon soup garnished with savoury pork dumplings.
- Gyoza Vegetable Udon — Clear udon soup topped with delicate vegetable dumplings.
Fried Rice
- Chicken Fried Rice — Wok-tossed seasoned rice with tender chicken bits.
- Beef Fried Rice — Savoury fried rice cooked with sliced beef and seasonings.
- Pork Fried Rice — Fragrant pan-fried rice tossed with pork and seasonings.
- Vegetarian Fried Rice — Stir-fried rice mixed with crisp diced vegetables.
- Kimchi Beef Fried Rice — Fried rice cooked with beef and zesty fermented kimchi.
Hashi Bowl
- Chicken Katsu Hashi Bowl — Crispy breaded chicken cutlet over a hearty bowl of rice.
- Karaage Chicken Hashi Bowl — Crispy Japanese fried chicken bites served over rice.
- Spicy Chicken Hashi Bowl — Warm rice bowl topped with spicy marinated chicken.
Ramen Soup
- Ramen — Warm broth filled with springy ramen noodles and savoury toppings.
Teppanyaki
- Teppanyaki Chicken — Griddled teppanyaki-style chicken seasoned with savoury sauce.
- Teppanyaki Chicken Katsu — Crisp crumbed chicken cutlet griddled on the teppan.
- Teppanyaki Beef — Thinly sliced beef grilled hot on the iron teppanyaki plate.
- Teppanyaki Pork — Seared pork strips prepared teppanyaki-style.
- Teppanyaki Seafood — Fresh mixed seafood grilled on the teppan.
- Teppanyaki Tofu — Pan-seared tofu tossed in teppan seasonings.
- Teppanyaki Fish — Fillets of tender fish grilled on the flat-top teppan.
Sushi Rolls
- Teriyaki Chicken Sushi Rolls — Rolled sushi with tender chicken in sweet teriyaki sauce.
- Crispy Chicken Sushi Rolls — Hand-rolled sushi with crispy golden fried chicken.
- Satay Chicken Sushi Rolls — Sushi roll filled with chicken in fragrant satay sauce.
- Sweet Chilli Chicken Sushi Rolls — Chicken sushi roll enhanced with sweet chilli flavours.
- Cooked Tuna Sushi Rolls — Flaked cooked seasoned tuna rolled with sushi rice and nori.
- Vegetarian Sushi Rolls — Fresh vegetable fillings rolled in sushi rice and seaweed.
- Creamcheese Avo Sushi Rolls — Smooth cream cheese and sliced avocado rolled sushi.
- Crispy Prawn Sushi Rolls — Sushi rolls featuring crunchy fried prawn.
- Fresh Salmon Sushi Rolls — Rolled sushi filled with fresh salmon.
- California Chicken Sushi Rolls — California-style rolled sushi packed with chicken.
- Philadelphia Salmon Sushi Rolls — Fresh salmon combined with cream cheese in a classic roll.
- Combination Sushi Rolls — Assorted mixed flavour fillings rolled in sushi rice.
- Inari Tofu (2 Pcs) — Two pieces of sweet seasoned fried tofu pockets filled with sushi rice.
- Hosomaki (6 Pcs) — Six bite-sized thin sushi rolls wrapped in nori.
- Rice Ball — Traditional Japanese rice onigiri.
Top Sellers
- Karaage Chicken Bento — Crispy seasoned fried chicken served in a complete bento box format.
- Crispy Chicken Sushi Rolls — Rolled sushi filled with crunchy crumbed chicken.
- Teriyaki Chicken Dish — Tender chicken glazed in savoury teriyaki sauce with rice and salad.
- Karaage Chicken Dish — Japanese-style crispy fried chicken meal served with rice and salad.
- Ramen — Classic comforting Japanese noodle soup with savoury broth.
- Age Gyoza Vege (6 Pcs) — Six pieces of crispy deep-fried vegetarian dumplings.
Chicken Dish
- Teriyaki Chicken Dish — Seared chicken glazed in teriyaki sauce, served with rice and salad.
- Satay Chicken Dish — Tender chicken cooked in rich satay sauce, with rice and salad.
- Karaage Chicken Dish — Crispy marinated fried chicken, served with rice and salad.
- Lemon Chicken Dish — Crispy chicken tossed in tangy lemon sauce, with rice and salad.
- Chicken Katsu Dish — Panko-crumbed chicken cutlet with sauce, served with rice and salad.
- Spicy Chicken Dish — Stir-fried spicy seasoned chicken, served with rice and salad.
Seafood Dish
- Teriyaki Seafood Dish — Mixed seafood tossed in sweet teriyaki glaze, with rice and salad.
- Teriyaki Salmon Dish — Grilled salmon fillet glazed in teriyaki sauce, with rice and salad.
- Spicy Seafood Dish — Assorted seafood cooked in fiery spice seasoning, with rice and salad.
- Teriyaki Fish — Fish fillets finished with savoury teriyaki glaze, with rice and salad.
Filipino Dish
- Sisig — Traditional sizzling seasoned pork hash served with rice and salad.
- Lechon Kawali — Crisp deep-fried pork belly cuts served with rice and salad.
Japanese Curry
- Vegetable Curry — Mild, rich Japanese curry sauce poured over mixed vegetables and rice.
- Tofu Curry — Deep-fried tofu served in comforting Japanese curry with rice.
- Chicken Curry — Tender chicken pieces cooked in aromatic Japanese curry sauce.
- Beef Curry — Savoury beef cuts simmered in hearty curry sauce over rice.
- Pork Curry — Sliced pork simmered in traditional warm Japanese curry sauce.
- Teriyaki Chicken with Curry — Teriyaki chicken combined with thick Japanese curry sauce.
- Teriyaki Beef with Curry — Teriyaki-glazed beef served alongside rich Japanese curry.
- Teriyaki Pork with Curry — Glazed pork served over rice smothered in savoury curry.
- Chicken Katsu with Curry — Crispy panko chicken katsu atop rice with generous curry sauce.
- Karaage Chicken with Curry — Japanese fried chicken paired with flavourful Japanese curry.
- Tonkatsu with Curry — Crispy fried pork cutlet served with comforting curry sauce.
- Satay Chicken with Curry — Satay chicken complemented by spiced Japanese curry.
- Satay Beef with Curry — Satay-spiced beef served together with rich curry over rice.
- Gyudon with Curry — Simmered beef donburi toppings united with warm curry sauce.
Vegetable Dish
- Teriyaki Vegetable Dish — Stir-fried vegetables coated in teriyaki sauce, with rice and salad.
- Teriyaki Tofu Dish — Golden tofu glazed with teriyaki sauce, served with rice and salad.
- Satay Vegetable Dish — Mixed fresh vegetables cooked in satay sauce, with rice and salad.
- Satay Tofu Dish — Tofu cubes simmered in spiced peanut satay sauce, with rice and salad.
- Spicy Vegetable Dish — Medley of seasonal vegetables stir-fried with hot seasoning.
Satay Udon Noodle
- Chicken Satay Udon Noodle — Thick udon noodles stir-fried in creamy peanut satay sauce with chicken.
- Beef Satay Udon Noodle — Udon noodles tossed with beef in aromatic satay sauce.
- Pork Satay Udon Noodle — Pork and udon noodles wok-cooked in spiced satay sauce.
- Seafood Satay Udon Noodle — Udon noodles with seafood in warm satay peanut sauce.
- Vegetable Satay Udon Noodle — Garden vegetables and chewy udon in fragrant satay sauce.
- Tofu Satay Udon Noodle — Tofu and udon noodles simmered in rich satay flavour.
Hashi Sushi Platter
- Salmon Hashi Platter — 4 sushi, 3 nigiri, and 6 hosomaki featuring salmon.
- Mix Hashi Platter — 4 sushi, 3 nigiri, 6 hosomaki, and 1 inari tofu.
- Sushi & Sashimi Salmon Combo Hashi Platter — 8 sushi and 6 cuts of fresh salmon sashimi.
Sushi Hashi Platter
- Salmon Platter — Includes 4 sushi, 3 nigiri, and 6 hosomaki featuring fresh salmon.
- Mix Hashi Platter — Combination platter with 4 sushi, 3 nigiri, 6 hosomaki, and 1 inari tofu.
- Sushi & Sashimi Salmon Combo — Generous pairing of 8 sushi pieces and 6 slices of fresh salmon sashimi.
Teriyaki Udon Noodle
- Beef Teriyaki Udon Noodle — Thick udon noodles glazed with teriyaki sauce and beef.
- Pork Teriyaki Udon Noodle — Udon noodles tossed with tender pork in sweet teriyaki sauce.
- Seafood Teriyaki Udon Noodle — Mixed seafood and udon noodles pan-fried in teriyaki glaze.
- Vegetable Teriyaki Udon Noodle — Udon noodles wok-fried with vegetables in teriyaki sauce.
- Tofu Teriyaki Udon Noodle — Pan-tossed udon noodles with tofu coated in teriyaki sauce.
Hashi Sushi Party Pack
- Hashi Sushi Party Pack (30 Pcs) — Thirty-piece party pack containing an assorted mix of popular sushi.
- Hashi Sushi Party Pack (40 Pcs) — Forty pieces of assorted freshly made sushi rolls and bites.
- Hashi Sushi Party Pack (50 Pcs) — Fifty-piece large assortment of sushi for group gatherings and events.
Tofu Hot Pot With Rice
- Beef Tofu Hot Pot with Rice — Simmered hot pot broth with beef and silky tofu, served with rice.
- SeafoodTofu Hot Pot with Rice — Warm broth filled with mixed seafood and soft tofu, with rice.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hashi Japanese Cuisine South Dunedin located?
- The restaurant is located at 136 King Edward St, South Dunedin, Dunedin 9012.
- Does Hashi South offer takeaway and pre-ordering online?
- Yes, customers can place pre-orders online for both pickup and takeaway.
- What suburbs does Hashi South deliver to?
- Delivery is available to numerous Dunedin suburbs including South Dunedin, Saint Clair, Saint Kilda, Caversham, Forbury, Andersons Bay, Mornington, Roslyn, Mosgiel-adjacent areas like Green Island and Abbotsford, and North Dunedin.
- Can I reserve a table at Hashi South?
- Yes, table reservations are available through their online system.
- What payment methods are accepted online?
- The online ordering platform accepts Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal with secure payment processing.
- Does the menu cater to dietary requirements?
- Yes, the menu includes options marked as Vegetarian (V), Gluten Free (GF), Sugar Free (SF), and Dairy Free (DF).
- Are party platters available for catering or events?
- Yes, Hashi offers sushi party packs in 30, 40, and 50-piece options, as well as specialised salmon and mixed sushi platters.
Tips
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