Welcome To
Oishii Japanese & Thai Cuisine
Our restaurant located at the Tempus Two winery, in the heart of the Hunter Valley, it has become a favourite for locals and visitors alike. Whether dining inside the minimalist Asian themed dining hall or on the outside undercover terrace overlooking the vines and an architecturally designed amphitheatre, Oishii has become a “must dining experience”. The fast take away options are delicious.
We are open 7 days for lunch and dinner and hope to welcome you soon.
1992
The Success
Bo arrived from Phuket, Thailand in 1992 to visit her sister in Newcastle and instantly falls in love with Australia. Soon an Australian investor discovered her talent to look after restaurant patrons and offered her a partnership to open the first Aloy Thai restaurant in Darby St., Newcastle. The restaurant became popular overnight and won many industry awards in the following years. The success led to create Aloy Thai franchise restaurants in Terrigal, Nelson Bay and Swansey.
2000
First Japanese Restaurant
In 2000 she opened her first Japanese restaurant in Hunter St., Newcastle. Her Sushi service became a hit and led to be invited to concert catering at Whydam Estate where she met the owners of Tempus Two in the Hunter Valley. They offered her and her investor to open the first and only Asian restaurant in the valley. While contemplating if it should be a Thai or Japanese restaurant they decided to do both to be on the safe side. In order to focus on the new venture they sold all restaurants to family members. Or franchisees.
2005
Family Owned
In 2005 she met Wolfgang Grimm AM and they acquired the business and created a family owned and operated restaurant together with their son Patrick.
We are a family owned and operated restaurant and offer authentic Japanese and Thai cuisine with friendly service and popular prices. Our Asian chefs have composed an extensive menu of lightly prepared fragrant dishes showcasing many regional produce. In true Asian style our dishes are perfect for sharing and ideal for families and friends.
Our Chefs - Oishii Restaurant Hunter Valley. We do not use flavour enhancements like MSG and accommodate vegetarian and other dietary requirements. Our regular customers' favourites are the Sushi and Sashimi selection, Panang Duck and Massaman Beef Curries, Seafood Teriyaki and Steak Teppan Yaki.
What’s for lunch?
Check out our Lunch Menu
Prawn Tempura (4)
Discover our delicious light batter Tempura
Chicken Terri Yaki
Grilled with our special Teri Yaki sauce and Salad
Pad Thai Prawn
Stir fried rice noodles with prawn, egg, sprouts, peanuts
Ideal for families and friends
Dinner Menu
We do not use flavour enhancements like MSG and accommodate vegetarian and other dietary requirements.
Customer talk
Our Reviews
A breath of fresh air
“ A little local gem in Pokolbin. Super fresh Thai and Japanese cuisine which is buzzing. The menu is huge and the restaurant fills up quickly, definitely make a booking. It’s a breath of fresh air in the area as there is nothing offering authentic Thai/Japanese. Could not recommend this place more. Some of the freshest I’ve had. ”
Best Sashimi I've had in a long time!
“ A delightful dinner spot! We were so thankful we could sit outside overlooking the vineyard. It was amazing to BYO so we had found a bottle of wine at a vineyard earlier in the day that we knew would go well, it was a lot of fun to carry the experience throughout the day and continue to support the Hunter area. We started with a sushi sampler, the fish was so fresh! We then chose the Duck Curry and Pad See Yew - the curry was so unique and unlike anything we’ve had before, I would highly recommend ordering it! All of the food a was gluten free (including the soy sauce) and was so delicious. ”
Japanese and Thai delight!
“ An absolute delight and the most delicious food! The staff were attentive and wonderful, fast service and a lovely atmosphere for dinner! Can’t fault it at all!!! Highly reccomend the Sashimi!! ”
Delicious Food
“ We had the Gyoza and Curry Puffs for entree which were delicious. For main we shared the Massaman Curry and the Pad See Ew, absolutely loved it. Service was on point and there was no delay with the meals. Price point standard for the HV. Would not hesitate in returning to this restaurant, everything was perfect. ”
Exceptional restaurant!
“ Exceptional restaurant! The food here is mouth watering. Staff are friendly and efficient. Food is always prepared and ready on your table in no time. Definitely worth the 2 hour drive from Sydney to eat here. ”
This restaurant is amazing with super delicious food
“ This restaurant is amazing with food to match set in the hunter valley with spectacular views if you sit outside . We ordered an entree of dusted calamari And teppan yaki chicken it was delicious, with miso soup and rice Hubby had stir fried garlic beef wok with pepper and rice . This restaurant is always busy and vibrant , we usually book in advance ”
Great Authentic Thai And Japanese Food
“ Simply can't think why we have never eaten here before. We were taken by friends who are residents of Pokolbin and the place was full of locals dining at their favourite restaurant before the start of the Christmas holiday season. The tempura prawns are divine, the salmon carpaccio is a plateful of sublime taste. For mains the Massaman beef curry is a huge bowl of unctious tastes and flavours and the Tamarind king prawns was the most ordered dish on our table. We shall return because there are so many more great sounding dishes on the menu that we want to try. ”
Good food and good ambiance
“ Good food and good ambiance. During our trip the food we had here was worth remembering one. Pleasing. We had the regular food which we all Asians like. A nice bowl of Pad Thai and a Chicken fried Rice. Rice we all love! The food service and ambiance was good. Parking was available freely and did I mention that is property has the best view so far. My better half had a blast getting her pictures taken here. ”
Delicious!
“ One of the best Thai restaurants I’ve been to!! Food was amazing and staff were friendly. Located in a really nice area ”
This Restaurant is always delicious
“ This Restaurant is always delicious. I personally love the Tempura Prawns for an Entree and the Teppanyaki Seafood Hot Plate for Main. Always friendly service, although sometimes a long wait when busy. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed. ”
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