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Japanese restaurant in Potts Point, New South Wales
What should I order at Cho Cho San?
What to order
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Mushroom Claypot Rice
Recommended multiple times as a standout dish for its superb flavour and being a favourite that people would order again.
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Sashimi Platter
Praised for its thick, fresh, buttery cuts and premium presentation on ice, with salmon and tuna that melt in the mouth.
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Pork Bao Bun
Highlighted as an absolute delight and a must-try, with reviewers specifically recommending the pork bao bun and pork katsu buns for their great flavour.
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Eggplant Miso Sticks
Strongly recommended for being life changing and specifically called out as a dish to add to the order.
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Kombu Prawns
Mentioned as one of the feast highlights and later described as 'crazy good' with intensely addictive oil and bold flavour.
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Chicken Meatballs
Recommended for being really superb and part of the dishes people specifically singled out as excellent.
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Katsu Bao
Praised as delicious and memorable, with one reviewer calling the pork katsu buns a highlight of the meal.
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Raw Fish Dish
Described as fresh, balanced, beautifully presented, and one of the biggest highlights of the meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 5:30 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About Cho Cho San
Modern Japanese cuisine and inventive cocktails in a bright room with a long central table.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is Cho Cho San known for?
Cho Cho San is best known for its eggplant miso sticks, which are mentioned repeatedly in reviews as a standout dish. Reviewers also single out the kingfish, wagyu, tonkatsu, and cocktails as reasons people return, with many saying the food is consistently full of flavour and beautifully executed.
What dishes are most recommended at Cho Cho San?
The most commonly recommended dishes include the eggplant miso sticks, kingfish, wagyu udon, tonkatsu, and the prawn dishes. Reviews also call out the crab roll, soft shell crab hand roll, pork bao bun, and fried rice, especially for their freshness, tenderness, and strong seasoning.
What is the atmosphere like at Cho Cho San?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with a bright interior and a long central table. Reviewers mention that it can get loud and busy, which makes it work well for dates, groups, and solo diners who want a lively modern Japanese setting.
Is Cho Cho San good value, and what is the price range?
Cho Cho San is in the A$60 to A$140 range, and reviewers generally describe it as not cheap. Even so, many say the quality of the food, service, and drinks makes it worth the price, especially for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries.
Do you need a reservation at Cho Cho San, and is there usually a wait?
Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and the restaurant is noted as usually having a wait. Reviewers also say it is often busy, so planning ahead helps if you want a table without a long delay.
Is parking available at Cho Cho San?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
Does Cho Cho San have vegetarian options?
Yes, Cho Cho San offers vegan options.
