Miyako Japanese Cuisine and Teppanyaki closes it doors in Melbourne without explanation

A popular Melbourne restaurant has closed its doors for good after more than three decades in business. 

Miyako Japanese Cuisine and Teppanyaki, located at Southbank, took to social media on Sunday to announce the closure and thank patrons for their support. 

There was no reason given for the restaurant shutting down but other venues which have recently closed in Melbourne have cited a ‘perfect storm’ of high running costs, fewer customers and an oversupply of venues. 

The Yarra riverside restaurant, located on the top floor of the three storey Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct, served up ‘Japanese cuisine with a French influence’. 

‘It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Miyako,’ management said.

‘We want to extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and patronage over the past 27 years since 1997.

‘Serving you has been our greatest pleasure and thank you for all the wonderful memories.’

The venue, which had a four-star rating on TripAdvisor, joins fellow Melbourne foodie favourites Izakaya Den, Rosetta, Gingerboy, Pie Thief, Mali Bakes and La Porchetta which have closed in the last four months.

Social media users responding said they were shocked as they responded to the restaraurant’s announcement on Instagram and Facebook.

‘We’re sorry to see you go! We were regular customers and enjoyed the food, sake and wonderful service,’ one person said.

‘My boyf and I went for our 1st date, and returned for yearly anniversaries, sad to see you close, thank you for your excellent food and hospitality,’ another person said.

‘Food was always excellent, as was the service,’ one wrote.

The owners are yet to announce their next move and if it will be another Melbourne hospitality venue.

Daily Mail Australia has contacted the business for comment.