Papirica East Melbourne

East Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 🍣 Japanese

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Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10 am – 3:30 pm
Thursday10 am – 3:30 pm
Friday10 am – 3:30 pm
Saturday10 am – 3:30 pm
Sunday10 am – 3:30 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

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22 Smith Street, East Melbourne VIC · 1.9 km from Melbourne centre

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for Japanese venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

About Papirica

Papirica brings Japanese food to East Melbourne in Victoria. You'll find it at 22 Smith Street, East Melbourne VIC, roughly 1.9 km from the Melbourne city centre.

Japanese dining in Australia spans sushi trains, ramen bars, izakaya, teppanyaki grills and omakase counters. Fresh local seafood makes Australian sushi and sashimi a highlight.

Papirica is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays); the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in East Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Stick It Grill and Masses Bagels.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating
  • No wheelchair accessible

What to order

Signature Japanese dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
Small platesAgedashi tofuFried tofu in dashi broth
Sushi & sashimiSalmon sashimiFresh Tasmanian salmon
MainsTonkotsu ramenPork bone broth, chashu and egg
DessertMatcha ice creamGreen tea ice cream

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Closest restaurants to Papirica

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Stick It Grill 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 24 Smith Street, Collingwood
    10 mN · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Masses Bagels ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 5 Smith Street, Fitzroy
    90 mSW · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    McDonald's 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 36 Victoria Parade, Collingwood
    90 mS · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Sixty Smith – 60 Smith Street, Collingwood
    Sixty Smith 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 60 Smith Street, Collingwood
    110 mN · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    INI Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 62 Smith Street, Collingwood
    120 mN · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Huff Bagelry ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 238 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
    130 mN · 2 min walk
  7. 7
    Pizza Hut 🍕 Pizza · East Melbourne
    130 mS · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Evie's Disco Diner – 230-232 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
    Evie's Disco Diner 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 230-232 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
    130 mNW · 2 min walk
  9. 9
    Trippy Taco – 234 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
    Trippy Taco 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · 234 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
    140 mN · 2 min walk
  10. 10
    Obanzai Mama 🍣 Japanese · 83A Smith Street, Fitzroy
    150 mN · 2 min walk

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Frenchie – 15 Collins Street, East End Theatre DistrictFrench

Frenchie

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Eating out in East Melbourne

East Melbourne is home to 32 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, pizza restaurants. Within 25 km of Papirica there are 8,567 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Collingwood (750 m), Fitzroy (800 m), Jolimont (1.0 km), East End Theatre District (1.2 km).

Cuisine mix in East Melbourne

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch11
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros5
  • 🍕 Pizza3
  • 🍝 Italian2
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken2

Frequently asked questions

Where is Papirica located?

Papirica is located at 22 Smith Street, East Melbourne VIC. It is about 1.9 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Papirica?

Papirica is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays). Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Papirica serve?

Papirica serves Japanese cuisine. Browse our Japanese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Is Papirica wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair access at Papirica is listed as limited or unavailable. Contact the venue to discuss your needs.

How can I contact Papirica?

You can reach Papirica by phone on (03) 9416 1829 or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Papirica?

The closest venue is Stick It Grill, about 10 m to the north (1 min walk). Other close options include Masses Bagels (90 m), McDonald's (90 m), Sixty Smith (110 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Papirica?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Añada (Spanish & Portuguese, 240 m), Roccella (Italian, 470 m), Frenchie (French, 1.1 km).

Where else can I find Japanese food near East Melbourne?

Other Japanese venues close by include Wabi Sabi Salon (220 m), Kinyoubi Izakaya (230 m), Nourish (310 m).

How many restaurants are there in East Melbourne?

Our guide lists 32 places to eat in East Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (11), pubs & bistros (5), pizza restaurants (3). Within 25 km there are 8,567 venues in total.