Ocha

Ocha 31 years of Ocha — modern Japanese, crafted with heart by Yasu & Michelle. Our menu blends tradition and creativity, designed for sharing and for celebrating.
(307)

For 31 years, Ocha has been serving Hawthorn with modern Japanese dining, crafted with heart by owner-chefs Michelle Rogerson and Yasu Yoshida. Step inside, and you’re part of the Ocha family.

INDIGO WINES x OCHAWednesday 22 July · 6.30pm$175pp · 6 courses · 6 matched winesWe’re delighted to welcome Indigo Viney...
19/06/2026

INDIGO WINES x OCHA
Wednesday 22 July · 6.30pm
$175pp · 6 courses · 6 matched wines
We’re delighted to welcome Indigo Vineyard from Beechworth for a special winter wine dinner at Ocha, hosted by winemaker Lilian Carter.

The evening will move through Chardonnay, Secret Village Viognier, Pinot Noir, Reminiscence Shiraz Pinot, Beechworth Shiraz and a pink lightly sparkling Frizzante — each matched to a specially created Ocha course.

MENU

Sushi
Eel, cheese salmon, seared kingfish, soft shell crab roll, spicy kingfish roll
2024 Beechworth Chardonnay

Crab Kataifi Roll
Yuzu kosho aioli
2025 Secret Village Viognier

Sansho Yaki Quail
Radicchio, nashi, greens, sesame dressing
2023 Beechworth Pinot

Nasu no Hasami Age
Prawn and lotus root eggplant “sandwiches”, silky dashi sauce
2022 Reminiscence Shiraz Pinot

Red Miso Duck in Bamboo Leaf
Smoked eggplant, grilled wombok
2022 Beechworth Shiraz

Winter Strawberry Eton Mess
Roasted strawberry, yuzu mascarpone, macadamia crumble, meringue
Beechworth Frizzante

A cosy winter night of Beechworth wine, Japanese flavours and good company.

Bookings essential.
Book via www.ocha.com.au
or phone 9853 6002

Inside the Bento:Mirin grilled Salmon, Japanese pork katsu, sashimi, prawn, harusame & wakame salad, rice, miso, yuzu pa...
06/05/2026

Inside the Bento:
Mirin grilled Salmon, Japanese pork katsu, sashimi, prawn, harusame & wakame salad, rice, miso, yuzu panacotta. $45pp, pre order till Sat, 9pm only🍱

Mother’s Day Lunch at OchaCelebrate Mum with a special lunch at Ocha — beautiful food, warm hospitality and a relaxed, e...
10/04/2026

Mother’s Day Lunch at Ocha

Celebrate Mum with a special lunch at Ocha — beautiful food, warm hospitality and a relaxed, elegant way to spend the day together.

Sunday 10 May
From 12pm

Bookings are now open for Mother’s Day lunch at Ocha.
Book online at www.ocha.com.au, call 9853 6002, or book via our Google page. melbournemothersday hawthorn hawthornrestaurants melbournerestaurants japaneserestaurant japanesefoodmelbourne melbournefood melbourneeats melbournefoodie specialoccasiondining

We’re incredibly proud to be named one of Hawthorn’s Best.After more than 30 years it still means everything to us to se...
13/02/2026

We’re incredibly proud to be named one of Hawthorn’s Best.
After more than 30 years it still means everything to us to serve this community.
Through change, challenge and growth — you’ve kept Ocha here.
To our loyal regulars.
To our new lunch guests.
To our incredible team.
Thank you ❤️

Valentine’s Day at Ocha.A specially curated gourmet set menu designed to be shared.$95pp · French bubbles on arrivalBook...
02/02/2026

Valentine’s Day at Ocha.
A specially curated gourmet set menu designed to be shared.
$95pp · French bubbles on arrival
Bookings now open.

February at Ocha — our Omakase has changed, Valentine’s Day bookings are open, and there’s plenty to drink.Read more.
01/02/2026

February at Ocha — our Omakase has changed, Valentine’s Day bookings are open, and there’s plenty to drink.
Read more.

A quick staff lunch snuck in while prepping for our first service back of 2026 ✨A moment to pause, share a bowl, and get...
06/01/2026

A quick staff lunch snuck in while prepping for our first service back of 2026 ✨
A moment to pause, share a bowl, and get ready to welcome you again.
We reopen tonight for dinner,
with full lunch & dinner service from tomorrow.
If you’re still in town, we’d love to see you. Bookings via link in bio 🍣

Work done. Dinner sorted. 🍶We’re open tonight and tomorrow night, plus we’ve added Sunday & Monday nights as a little ex...
19/12/2025

Work done. Dinner sorted. 🍶
We’re open tonight and tomorrow night, plus we’ve added Sunday & Monday nights as a little extra before we wrap up the year — with Tuesday 23rd, lunch & dinner our final regular service for 2025.
Relaxed plates, beautiful drinks, no occasion required.
📍 Hawthorn
🔗 Bookings via link in bio

Address

3 Church Street
Hawthorn, VIC
3122

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 3pm
6pm - 10:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 3pm
6pm - 10:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 3pm
6pm - 10:30pm
Friday 12pm - 3pm
6pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 6pm - 10:30pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Ocha posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Restaurant

Send a message to Ocha:

Shortcuts

Share

Category