Restaurant
Contemporary Japanese Deli
shop 22/68 Grenfell St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Find Contemporary Japanese Deli
shop 22/68 Grenfell St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Grenfell Street’s quiet midday counter inside the arcade. Run by a Tokyo family, the kitchen turns out straightforward Japanese comfort fare at prices that undercut the surrounding CBD. Office workers filter through for Hakata white ramen—rich broth and pork cut by the sharp bite of pickled beni shōga. Portions arrive calibrated for the lunch hour, leaving diners satisfied without the afternoon desk slump, flanked by crisp cutlets and freshly packed bento sets.
- Hakata White Ramen: Balanced savory broth and tender pork chashu paired with springy noodles and traditional pickled red ginger.
- Calibrated Midday Portions: Right-sized lunch portions and combo options designed for a quick CBD refuel without the post-meal slump.
- Curries & Bento Boxes: Hearty spiced curries loaded with crunchy vegetables alongside crisp tonkatsu and classic bento boxes.
What's On at Contemporary Japanese Deli
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Why Choose Contemporary Japanese Deli
Trade sad desk lunches for authentic Tokyo-style comfort food in the heart of Adelaide—book your table today.
Versatile Midday Lunch Combos
Pair rich Hakata tonkotsu broth or Tokyo shoyu ramen with customizable sides for an ultra-fast, budget-friendly midday meal.
The price is very reasonable. Menu has a lot of options and you can make combinations.
Navid Nikooei Ideal Adelaide CBD Workday Fuel
Conveniently tucked into Grenfell Street, this arcade stop delivers speedy, piping-hot Japanese bowls tailored to tight workday lunch breaks.
Perfect if you work in the city or nearby.
John Nguyen Authentic Tokyo Family Recipes
Run by Tokyo natives, the kitchen adheres to traditional techniques, from house-simmered ramen broths to meticulously composed bento boxes.
This place is family owned. The owner is from Tokyo. You can't get more original than that.
Munching Adelaide (Munching.in.adelaide) Genuine Home-Style Japanese Dishes
Unpretentious, deeply comforting recipes offer the honest flavors of a Japanese neighborhood deli rather than commercialized chain fare.
authentic not like fake Japanese food!!
Rina Chan Calibrated Lunch-Sized Servings
Intentionally calibrated lunch portions provide just the right nourishment at everyday prices without mid-afternoon heaviness.
smaller serve (price reflected this) but perfect size for lunch!
Stephanie Poulsen Satisfying Fuel Without the Afternoon Slump
Balanced noodle bowls and savory curry sets leave you comfortably refueled and energized for the rest of your shift.
full and satisfied but not I ate too much.
Dawson Plumbing Maintenance
Most popular items
Workday lunch staples and comforting Japanese classics in Adelaide CBD
Tokyo Ramen
Had the Tokyo ramen. Was really tasty, left a good feeling in my stomach for a good hour.
Dawson Plumbing Maintenance Bento Box
I was blown away how delicious their Bento boxes are.
Munching Adelaide (Munching.in.adelaide) Hakata White Ramen
Tried the Hakata white ramen and liked it! The price is very reasonable.
Navid Nikooei Vegetable Curry
I had the vegetable curry and it was the perfect combination of spice and salt, with nice and crunchy vegetables.
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Before you head over
Essential tips on finding this CBD hideaway, tailoring portion sizes, and timing your visit. Reserve your midday table now.
Look inside the arcade
Street signage on Grenfell Street is subtle, making this spot easy to walk past. Look for shop 22 tucked inside the arcade to find the counter.
Pair ramen with a side
Standard noodle bowls and bentos are calibrated as lighter midday portions. If you are exceptionally hungry, round out your meal with an add-on like tonkatsu or takoyaki.
Plan around weekday rushes
Dishes are cooked to order rather than served as fast food, drawing strong crowds from local offices and university classes during the noon peak. Arrive early or schedule a weekday visit.
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