Kanazawa
Upstairs in Ōmi-chō Market, chefs from Hong Kong prepare authentic Szechuan- and Hong Kong–style dishes (including dim sum) from scratch. Delicious lunch…
Must-see restaurants in Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
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Kanazawa
Kaiseki (Japanese haute cuisine) dining is a holistic experience of hospitality, art and originality. This outstanding restaurant is a true gourmand's…
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Kanazawa
A variety of Japanese dishes and yōshoku (Western-style meals) are served at this stylish cafe in the quieter backstreets of Katamachi – the website will…
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Kanazawa
One of Kanazawa's favourite seafood izakaya (pub-restaurants) is as popular with locals as it is with international visitors, so you may have to queue for…
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Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
Umi-tei Notokichi has been a popular local haunt for generations – it's a quintessential Japanese seafood experience. Purists should keep it simple and go…
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Kanazawa
This trendy spot in the Kanazawa Miyako Hotel building has a comprehensive Japanese menu and a limited English one with all the Western favourites and…
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Kanazawa
Kanazawa institution Janome-sushi Honten has been known for sashimi and Kaga cuisine since 1931. Dinner omakase (chef's choice) menus start at ¥3000.
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Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
On the Rekishi-no-michi street outside the west exit of Fukui Station, you'll find this delightful variation on a soba theme. The speciality is oroshi…
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Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
The family behind Chōraku has been making delicate gyōza (dumplings) by hand to order for more than 50 years, and their experience has deliciously paid…
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Kanazawa
The art-deco, woody, candelit atmosphere of this Western-style bistro near Higashi-chaya-gai is a big selling point. The Taisho-era (1912–26) building…
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Kanazawa
A rotating menu of succulent small plates is featured at this family-run izakaya (pub-restaurant). The few tables offer seating on tatami mats, but opt…
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Kanazawa
Popular with Western tourists and locals alike, this new-in-2015 izakaya (pub-restaurant) specialises in modern takes on small-plate classics, like an…
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Kanazawa
Daily happy hours and lunch specials make this well-priced Italian joint even more appealing. It's a good choice when you need something simple and…
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Kanazawa
Brewing Seattle-style coffee that would satisfy even the most hardened coffee snob, this sweet little cafe is a quaint spot to grab a break near the…
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Kanazawa
This shokudō (all-round, inexpensive restaurant) in the heart of Higashi-chaya-gai has been serving yōshoku (Western food) – or at least Japanese takes on…
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Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
Locals swear by this high-volume institution on the ground floor of Toyama Station. The staple is shiroebi ten-don (white-shrimp tempura over rice; ¥1200)…
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Kanazawa
Authentic and flavoursome Nepali and Indian cooking is served by friendly staff in funky, atmospheric surroundings on a quaint Kōrinbō backstreet. It's a…
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Kanazawa
This cosy, quietly fashionable Italian bistro serves lovely set-course menus, while à-la-carte offerings include house-made focaccia, salads, pastas,…
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Kanazawa
Thin-crust pizza, flavourful pastas and hearty Irish stews feature on the eclectic, rotating menu at this popular home-style restaurant run by a friendly…
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Kanazawa & the Hokuriku Coast
This restaurant near the Asa-ichi market serves local specialities including zōsui (rice hotpot), yaki-zakana (grilled fish) and seasonal seafood,…
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Kanazawa
This upmarket regional izakaya (pub-restaurant) has an emphasis on seafood – as you'd expect – with plenty of sushi and sashimi to sample in a classy…
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Kanazawa
Forus department store has a wide variety of great Japanese restaurants and bakeries on its 6th floor.
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Kanazawa
If you think you've overdone the katsu (crispy fried meat) and gyōza (dumplings), you can come here for Hollywood juice blends, macrobiotic cookies,…
