AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Independently owned and proudly Brisbane-based, IPPIN is an award-winning Japanese restaurant located in the Garden Pavilion at West Village.

Opened: 2023 April

AGFG Chef Hat Awards

2024 — 1 Hat, 12 Points
2025 — 1 Hat, 12 Points
2026 — 1 Hat, 13 Points

AGFG Readers' Choice

2025 — JAPANESE
2026 — JAPANESE

Wine List Of The Year

2024 — One Glass Award
2025 — Two Glass Award
2026 — Two Glass Award + Wine List Service Award

Award For Excellence

2024 | QLD Best Japanese & Asian Restaurant Finalist
2025 | QLD Best Japanese & Asian Restaurant Finalist
2026 | QLD Best Japanese Restaurant Finalist

Rooted in tradition and elevated by creativity, IPPIN offers a refined yet welcoming dining experience inspired by the artistry of Japanese cuisine. From delicate sashimi to soul-warming hot dishes, every plate is crafted with precision and passion by our highly skilled culinary team, led by seasoned chefs with decades of experience.

Our menu showcases premium ingredients, seasonal specialties, and authentic techniques. Guests can explore our curated selection of Japanese sake, unique handcrafted cocktails infused with Japanese elements, and an extensive wine list designed by a Master of Wine.

Welcome to IPPIN, where every dish is a story, and every visit is a memory.

Location

FIND US EASILY

Located on Level 2 at West Village.

An upstairs escape from the bustle of the city.
IPPIN is located in The Garden Pavilion at West Village, West End. If it’s your first time visiting, please allow a few extra minutes. The easiest way is via the lift or stairs to Level 2.

In the Press

Discover IPPIN Japanese Dining through the eyes of leading food, travel and lifestyle publications. Explore the stories, reviews and dining guides featuring our contemporary Japanese cuisine, wine and sake, and welcoming hospitality in Brisbane’s West End.