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Ha-Lu Japanese Tapas Restaurant

4/401 Oxford St, Mount Hawthorn WA 6016, Australia

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4/401 Oxford St, Mount Hawthorn WA 6016, Australia

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+61 8 9444 0577
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ha-Lu Japanese Tapas Restaurant

Ha-Lu skips predictable sushi rolls for punchy Japanese tapas built for sharing over sake. Mount Hawthorn regulars pack the snug dining room for small plates that balance crisp textures with rich glazes. Standouts land in brisk succession—tender duck slices resting over aubergine, seared beef tataki, grilled octopus, and rich tuna toro paired with onsen egg. Table settings for anniversaries arrive with handwritten cards, easing straight into rounds of pork kakuni and black sesame tiramisu.

  • Tapas over sushi platters: Dishes skip conveyor trains and traditional rolls in favor of cooked small plates like beef plum sauce, ebi mayo, and duck over aubergine.
  • Thoughtful table touches: Anniversary and birthday reservations frequently arrive to find handwritten cards set right at the table.
  • Brisk course pacing: Kitchen sends out multi-dish spreads swiftly without sacrificing detail, moving from sashimi tartare to dessert in just over an hour.
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Why Guests Choose Ha-Lu Japanese Tapas Restaurant

Explore why guests choose Ha-Lu for non-traditional Japanese tapas, warm milestone celebrations, and seamless multi-course service.

  • Elaborate Japanese Tapas Sharing

    Dishes are crafted around modern, elaborate cooked and raw small plates structured mezze-style rather than conventional sushi rolls or nigiri.

    They do not offer the traditional sushi platter, it is a bit more elaborate than that.

    Jean Baptiste Peyaud

  • Crafted Communal Dining Plates

    Every plate arrives with vibrant artistic presentation and complex flavour profiles crafted for sharing across the table.

    Every dish felt carefully made, and the Japanese tapas style is perfect for sharing and trying a bit of everything.

    Quoc tuan Hoang

  • Personalized Milestone Recognition

    Tables reserved for special occasions are greeted with custom handwritten celebration cards that make personal milestones memorable.

    Staffs were wonderful and we found a cute handwriting card on our table, this has made our day extra special.

    weiwei Zhang

  • Intimate Setting for Loved Ones

    The small, cozy dining room creates an ideal backdrop for romantic dinners and birthdays spent with loved ones.

    Venue: small yet intimate - worth it to spend quality time here with your loved ones.

    E T

  • Efficient Course Pacing

    Multi-plate tasting sessions move seamlessly, with full eight-course orders coordinated smoothly from kitchen to table in roughly an hour and fifteen minutes.

    the quick service ensured that all eight dishes were brought out in about one hour and fifteen minutes.

    Alexander Zhdanov

  • Attentive, Smooth Floor Service

    Floor staff maintain an attentive, quick, and accurate rhythm, keeping courses moving smoothly without missing a beat.

    Despite the bustling, busy atmosphere, the service did not miss a beat. The staff were attentive, friendly, and kept everything moving smoothly.

    Apriry Ly

Signature small plates and cooked dishes for sharing

  • duck

    the restaurant presented the duck dish like a Master Chef TV show

    Mangal Pillay

  • sashimi

    Loved the sashimi, very fresh and well cut.

    Michelle Pryor

  • scallops

    The scallops and duck were particular highlights for me, and the quick service ensured that all eight dishes were brought out in about one hour and fifteen minutes.

    Alexander Zhdanov

  • grilled octopus

    hubby first time tried beef tataki and grilled octopus, he was so surprised how tasty they were!

    weiwei Zhang

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and thoughtful anniversary touches

  • black sesame tiramisu

    We even had room for dessert, black sesame tiramisu and green tea ice cream and mango granita.

    Roz Preston

  • miso soup

    Even the miso soup was a standout and incredibly comforting!

    Apriry Ly

  • handwritten greeting cards

    Staffs were wonderful and we found a cute handwriting card on our table, this has made our day extra special.

    weiwei Zhang

  • bottles of bubbles

    On arrival, we were met with a hand written note and two small bottles of bubbles - to wish us Happy anniversary. Such a kind gesture.

    Corinne V

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, dining atmosphere, and menu style

  • Reserve in Advance for Limited Seating

    Book ahead to guarantee a spot. The restaurant has limited seating and fills up quickly, making walk-in dining risky despite occasional openings.

  • Expect a Bustling and Lively Dining Room

    Anticipate a bustling, lively environment with higher noise levels, especially during peak dinner services.

  • Plan for Modern Tapas Over Traditional Sushi

    Ha-Lu serves elaborate Japanese tapas rather than standard sushi rolls or sushi train platters, so plan your meal around shared small plates.

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