Rakuu - Ballina

The karaage chicken here is fantastic! I believe they use breast meat, but it still comes out incredibly juicy. Having visited Japan eight times in the past ten years, I can confidently say the food feels very authentic and homey. Almost everyone opts for the karaage chicken. The selection of beers on tap and sake is impressive as well. The lunch crowd is bustling with many locals dining in and taking food away, which is a great sign. Additionally, the restroom is spotless and there is plenty of parking available.

The volcano pork ramen was excellent. The bowls could be a bit larger, and it would be nice to have a little more noodles as well.

Fantastic traditional Japanese food.. whole thing from ordering and the service fr9m the staff are as polite an professional as if you were in Japan. We only ordered takeaway but we ordered large to celebrate our MIL birthday but as she has 2 little dogs an house destroyed by floods an no able to leave them.. we ordered takeaway an went for walk by river an ate there. Was beautiful. Both the Katu an Kaarage Bento boxes are a winner an couldn't decided which one we liked. We all shared all so everyone got some.. the Rakuu sauce is the perfect dressing, very well balanced in flavour an taste. Everyone's overall an suprise favourite was the pork belly sushi.. sadly only 3 pieces but enough for everyone to try. We will order more next time.. an definitely going back.

The Japanese food here is excellent and truly authentic. Make sure to arrive early if you want a table, as this restaurant tends to get quite busy. The flavors of the dishes really capture the essence of Japan.

Nice flavour and beautiful presentation, just waiting time bit longer, half hour we were super hungry. Generous portion I was so full.