Must-see restaurants in Nagoya

  • Misen

    Nagoya

    Folks line up for opening time at this jolly place, where the Taiwan rāmen (台湾ラーメン; a spicy concoction of ground meat, chilli, garlic and green onion,…

  • Atsuta Hōraiken Honten

    Nagoya

    The head branch of this hitsumabushi chain, in business since 1873, is revered for good reason. Patrons queue during the summer peak season for…

  • Suzunami Honten

    Nagoya

    Delightfully traditional but not overly formal, this Nagoyan kappo institution specialises in simple grilled fish lunches served with miso soup, rice and…

  • Yabaton Honten

    Nagoya

    This has been the place to try Nagoya's famed miso-katsu (a type of tonkatsu – deep-fried pork cutlet) since 1947. Signature dishes are waraji-tonkatsu …

  • Kawabun Nagoya

    Nagoya

    You can soak up the atmosphere of this gorgeous, woody Taishō-era building with its tranquil garden and pond over a glass of pinot: try not to spill a…

  • Din Tai Fung

    Nagoya

    The Nagoya branch of this globally acclaimed Taiwanese chain, located in the Takashimaya department store at Nagoya Station, is likely to please with its…

  • Torigin Honten

    Nagoya

    Come here for a unique kōchin kaiseki (haute cuisine featuring free-range chicken) experience with immaculately presented servers and a wonderfully…

  • Tarafuku

    Nagoya

    Atmosphere seeps from this ambitious izakaya (pub-restaurant), which transformed a decrepit building into an airy urban oasis. French-influenced dishes…

  • Trattoria Cesari

    Nagoya

    You may be surprised to find an Italian trattoria of this calibre and value smack bang in the heart of Nagoya. Prepare to queue at weekends, as folks line…

  • Love Pacific Cafe

    Nagoya

    Lovers of wholesome, delicious, healthy foods are in for a treat at this trendy, friendly vegan cafe preparing lunch sets and cafe items that are free of…

  • Indus

    Nagoya

    A cheery, clean and colourful halal Indian institution where you can get serious with curry. The all-you-can-eat buffet is good value and includes your…

  • Yamamotoya Sōhonke Honke

    Nagoya

    This is the place to go to for soupy miso-nikomi udon – the chain, which began here, has been doing it since 1925. From Yaba-chō station, take exit 6,…

  • Sōhonke Ebisuya Honten

    Nagoya

    The massive noodle bowls at this, the head branch of one of Nagoya's best-known kishimen (flat, handmade wheat noodle) chains, are toasty, tasty and cheap…

  • Chomoranmen

    Nagoya

    Opposite the Nagoya TV Tower, these cheap, chunky handmade ramen bowls will fill you up. The walls are covered with photos of famous patrons. Someone will…