Happy Anniversary to us again!
This month officially marks 2 years since we opened for business and of course our original policy of providing a 100% safe and scrumptious dining experience for the growing number of people with gluten, wheat and lactose intolerances and fructose malabsorption remains unchanged. We thank all our patrons over the last 2 years and look forward to serving you all again (repeatedly!) throughout the coming year. To mark our second anniversary we will be offering all diners, between October 13th thru to the 18th , two samples of our unique Tompoi sauces.
Our super tasty ketchup and Woostar sauces were lovingly created by our chef to suit the needs of our special customers. There is nothing else like them available anywhere else in the world! They are only available from our restaurant S. Komatsu. And you can get your free samples just by coming along to dine at S. Komatsu during our 2nd anniversary celebration week.
Mark it on your calendar now!
S. Komatsu now proudly offers
Genuine Japanese Lunchboxes
~ A healthy & delicious take-away option that’s budget-friendly!~
Each day of the week we offer a different lunchbox (although we will accept orders for other day lunchboxes if we have the necessary ingredients) and vegetarian options as well. All lunch boxes are prepared fresh upon receiving an order so, if you like, order by phone to have it ready when you get here to pick it up. Take-away to eat at home, in the office or even at the footy!
All meals prepared at S. Komatsu are fresh and wholesome because they are completely devoid of problematic ingredients like preservatives, additives, gluten, lactose and excess fructose. So, think about what is NOT in your meal….
and enjoy with peace of mind!
For all you fans of Japanese Izakaya cuisine we have yummy news for you!
After repeated requests, we now proudly add three intrinsic Izakaya dishes- yakitori, gyoza and oden- to our Specials menu for a limited time.
With a choice of sweetly basted or salt-dipped succulent chicken pieces on a skewer, Yakitori is by far the most popular ‘pub grub’ in Japan and a big hit also with all non-Japanese who are lucky enough to get to try it.
The word ‘dumpling’ doesn’t do justice to the little gem that is gyoza. The savoury juice of the minced pork and cabbage that oozes out of the ravioli-like pouches that are both fried and steamed, then dipped in chili-soy sauce, make these a definite lip-licking favourite among the masses.
And, as winter descends upon us, what could warm you better than a steamy bowl of oden, with its medley of root vegetables, egg, fish patties and fried bean curd all lovingly stewed in a chicken and bonito broth. (Brrr… I could do with some now!)
So don’t let the cold weather keep you house-bound. Come out and let us serve you these cheery and warming Japanese favourites. And remember, think about what is NOT in your food at S. Komatsu…and enjoy with peace of mind!
Old Scotch Wine and Food Club
Recently we had the honour of hosting an evening for the Old Scotch Wine and Food Club. The turn-out of 30+ members filled our Japanese Banqueting Room to capacity and much lively banter. Our guests dined on 8 courses of authentic Japanese cuisine which had been carefully matched by our chef, Mac, to the selection of wines chosen by the wine master of the evening Murray Gerstman. We trust that an enjoyable time was held by all and we hope to have the pleasure of serving you again. We also extend a special thank you to Dianne Senior for recommending us and David George for organizing the event at S. Komatsu.
We are delighted to have the opportunity to host large group events like this because we know that in any large gathering these days there are bound to be people with food intolerances. We know that we can provide a broad range of scrumptious dishes that everyone can sit down and enjoy together, without the need to fret over food intolerances. So the next time you need to host a large gathering, give S. Komatsu a call. We make it easy for you and safe for your guests!
Diabetics, we haven’t forgotten you!
How about a tasty meal for 82.6 kcal!
Our aim is to give every Body the chance to enjoy dining out on great food, that’s why we go the extra mile to cater for people with food intolerances. Now we are happy to say that we can provide a special menu for diabetics too!
At S.Komatsu we recognize that diabetics are also NexGenEaters! And, like all of us, diabetics want to experience the fundamental pleasure of dining out on great food, but their choice is always so strictly limited…..
So our chef has worked his magic once again and put together a Diabetes Platter for anybody on a diabetic diet (or anyone who just wants a very, very low kcal meal!)
In fact we are proud to present two dishes; our Diabetic Platter and our Devil’s Tongue Noodles. Its still a limited choice but not only are they both appropriate for a diabetic diet (you could dine on both and still consume under 300 kcal!) but they are delicious too (otherwise they wouldn’t get our uncompromising stamp of approval!).
Our Diabetic Platter is a colourful array of chicken, lamb, tofu and vegetables and works out to be only 198.1 kcal! Devil’s Tongue is a plant from which can be made a low calorie jelly-noodle. To this we add spinach, red capsicum, chicken breast and stock to make a nourishing and warming noodle soup meal for a staggering 82,6 kcal! Wow! Even we were impressed! (See details below) And like everything we do, it is made fresh, without preservatives, additives, gluten, lactose and excess fructose so is super body-friendly too!
So if you, or your family or friends needs (or wants!) to enjoy dining out on an amazing low kilocalorie meal then come along to S. Komatsu. We look forward to serving every Body!
| Devil’s Tongue Noodles | Kilocalories per portion | $12.00 |
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| Chicken stock | 200cc |
14 kcal |
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| Devil’s tongue noodles | 100g |
5 kcal |
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| Spinach | 20g |
5 kcal |
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| Red Capsicum | 5 g |
1 kcal |
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| Lean Chicken | 50g |
54.5 kcal |
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| Seasoning | 3 kcal |
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Total |
82.6 kcal!! |
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| Diabetes Platter | Kilocalories per portion | $17.00 |
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| Pressed chicken | 30g |
71.7 kcal |
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| Cucumber | 20g |
2.2 kcal |
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| Sesame pate | 20g |
20 kcal |
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| Lamb | 60g |
60.5 kcal |
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| Taro | 10g |
6 kcal |
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| Baby corn | 10g |
1 kcal |
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| Konyak | 10g |
0.5 kcal |
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| Carrot | 15g |
4.8 kcal |
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| Tofu | 20g |
15.4 kcal |
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| Miso | 5g |
10 kcal |
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| Seasoning | 6 kcal |
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Total |
198.1 kcal!!! |
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Mother's Day!! We will OPEN!!
Does your Mum have a common food intolerance? Or has your Mum had to observe, with anguish, the struggles of her beloved son, daughter and/or husband to avoid gluten, wheat, lactose or excess fructose on a daily basis in order to maintain good health?
What could be happier for Mum than to celebrate Mother's Day with family on sensational food and with the peace of mind of knowing that her, or her loved ones', food intolerances are heartily catered for!
Although normally closed on Sundays, S. Komatsu has decided to open on Sunday, May 11th MOTHER'S DAY, so that all the Mums out there that have to deal with food intolerances, be it for themselves or their loved ones, can come and have a great meal out, with peace of mind. (You can be assured that there's as much love in what we prepare for people with food intolerances as there is in any mum's hearty home cooking!)
Come along for lunch, from noon to two, or dinner from 6pm to 10pm. Bookings are preferred so that we don't disappoint! (Note: We will be closed on Monday May 12th instead.)
May all the wonderful, caring Mums out there have a very Happy & Intolerance/Stress-free Mother's Day!
Valentine Special
Perhaps you fancy a special Valentines dinner but are hesitant because you (or your partner) have to avoid gluten, lactose and or excess fructose (a reaction to which would certainly put a damper on the evening!). What could be worse than having to explain your food intolerance out loud to waiters (and anyone else listening!) when you're supposed to be having a romantic dinner! Well, at S. Komatsu you don't have to stress over such matters because everything we create is completely free of gluten, lactose and excess fructose and on February 14th, we are offering a special 3-course Valentine's Dinner, complete with a glass of champagne each, for a limited number of romantic couples. Great food, great ambience and no stress! All for only $45 per person. Book early so you don't miss out!
Choice of 2 courses & glass of Victorian wine & tea/coffee for $30.00
WIN A WEEKLY LUNCH FOR TWO FOR A YEAR!
Diners of The Age Good Food Guide Restaurant promotion have the opportunity to win a year's worth of weekly lunches at some of Victoria's best restaurants. The competition is open only to diners of The Age Good Food Guide Restaurant event in the 2008 Melbourne Food & Wine Festival.
Its X’mas party time, so where are you going to celebrate this year?
Perhaps take a lead from the Victorian Coeliac Society Volunteer Members group who rocked up en masse to S. Komatsu on November 24th for an early Christmas lunch!
We were delighted to host the party for so many of our ‘preferred’ customers and impressed to see that there are so many volunteers offering assistance to Coeliacs in Victoria. We thank them for their patronage and we look forward to serving you all again throughout 2008! Merry Christmas! 
Roll Up and Roll!
Add some fun to your dining out by rolling with your partner, right there, at your table!
Choose a platter of fresh sashimi and salad, seasoned meat and salad or vegetarian fare then roll up your sleeves and roll up your own sushi!
Its easy and fun! Just line your nori sheet in our special wrapper, add sushi rice and any combination of yummy tidbits from your chosen platter and roll it up! Don't forget to go lightly with the wasabi!
Or, perhaps you'd prefer to roll your own savoury crepes!
Just spread some of the yummy okonomiyaki sauce and mayonnaise to your crepe, add your preferred combination of seasoned meat, seafood and salad and roll it up! Your taste buds will thank you!
At last, our eagerly-awaited set lunch menu has been launched!
The daily specials are only $13.00
but availability is limited so get in quick!
Monday
Pasta Matters - Ever popular pasta! Bolognese, carbonara, pesto.... sometimes its so hard to choose so let us delight you with our Monday Pasta of the Day!
Tuesday
Grilled Matters - The blend of miso and sake to marinate fish, beef or chicken then grilled to a luscious glaze makes a simply mouthwatering Tuesday Lunch!
Wednesday
Broiled Matters - Teriyaki is always a favourite! The sugar-soy sauce makes for a tender sweet dish of beef, pork or chicken on Wednesdays.
Thursday
Stewed Matters - Whatever is freshest at the market will be snapped up by the Chef to take the major role in our Thursday savoury stew.
Friday
Fried Matters - Its Friday! Its fish & chip day! What a great lip-licking way to get those necessary omega 3s!
Each ‘Platter of the day’ is served with a small salad and coffee or tea.
Don't feel sluggish and heavy after lunch! Get a gluten-free lunch special and stay light and lively!
GOOD to know!
Great news! Quest, Australiasia's most successful chain of serviced apartments, has opened its newest apartment complex right next to S. Komatsu and the truly great news is that we have secured an incredible special rate for S. Komatsu customers! 
Guys, we're right across the road to the MCG! Girls, we're right at the top of Bridge Road and all those fabulous shops! You can have all of this at your doorstep andof course gluten/lactose-free and fructose-friendly dining right next door!
BETTER for Every Body dining!
We know that many of our valued customers come from afar to enjoy a gluten-free, lactose-free and fructose-friendly meal with peace of mind but are often perplexed as to where to stay when in Melbourne. Now you can receive 20~37% off the usual rates ( depending on room type ) just because you dine at S. Komatsu!
*NB: Rates are inclusive of GST and are valid until 31st December 2007
These rates are subject to availability and are not valid during peak events. All you have to do is book accommodation with Quest East Melbourne and inform the team that we referred you. Then enjoy a Better for Every Body meal with us during your stay at the Quest and upon check-out simply show them the receipt! Brilliant!
BEST to book a table today!
Don't delay!! Book a table and apartment for you and your partner, or family and friends.
QUEST EAST MELBOURNE
48 Wellington Parade
East Melbourne 3002
Victoria Australia
p. 03 9413 0000
f. 03 9413 0099
questeastmelbourne@questapartments.com.au
www.questeastmelbourne.com.au