Welcome to Kadota Daylesford
Kadota is a warm and inviting restaurant located in picturesque Daylesford, where lovingly crafted Japanese flavours are carefully produced using seasonal local ingredients.
Omotenashi (おもてなし), meaning honest service and honest food, is at the heart of everything we do.
Lead by the award-winning team of Chef Aaron Schembri and Front Of House Director Risa Kadota, we invite each of our guests to join us for an immersive dining experience.
The spirit of Omotenashi is a way of life in Japanese culture, this philosophy guides everything we do in the Kadota kitchen and dining room.
Selfless service and hospitality towards our guests are part of the equation, however, you'll notice through each course that the philosophy also includes reverence for our ingredients.
The Kadota offering consists of set menus:
Short Course (7 courses), and Standard Course (10 courses) served in a "reconsidered" Kaiseki style (Japanese degustation). We also offer a reduced 5-course Classic menu for lunch bookings.
At its core, Kaiseki dining celebrates the distinctive seasons and craftsmanship of the Japanese culinary world.
Seasonal additional dishes are available to add to each menu, as well as sake pairings and a selection of beverages from our curated list.
Short Course
Seven courses showcasing a broader selection of seasonal dishes. Ideal for those wanting a complete experience within a slightly shorter format.
Standard Course
A full ten-course menu for guests who want to experience the most complete expression of our current offering. Optional Wagyu course available.