Wakana Yakiniku

Family-run Wakana shows Aussies another way to barbecue (aka, yakiniku), in which no one monopolises the communal hot plate, and the range of meticulously presented cuts includes ginger-marinated pork and petals of white- and pink-flecked wagyu beef. The process of cooking is a relaxed one: order small dishes such as the takoyaki (deep-fried octopus balls) to graze on while the barbecue plate is lit and the first round of meat and seafood grills. Check the specials board for top treats such as tuna toro sashimi (cut from the belly), which will warm to silky room temperature while you cook.