Izu Peninsula
Elegant, understated ambience and fantastic seafood. The isōjiru soup is made from more than a dozen varieties of shellfish and looks like a tide pool in…
Must-see restaurants in Izu Peninsula
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Izu Peninsula
Generous seafood sets come with sashimi, perfectly grilled fish and multiple tiny appetisers at this traditional restaurant beside the little port (go for…
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Izu Peninsula
It's well worth dragging yourself away from the beach for the tasty sandwiches, burgers, salads and curries (not to mention the must-have brownies) at…
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Izu Peninsula
This roadstop chain restaurant opposite the beach has zero character, but who cares when it's this cheap, tasty and fun? Choose from bargain-priced bites…
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Izu Peninsula
Fish brought in to neighbouring Futo port supply the pearlescent sashimi platters at this former fishing lodge dating back to the 17th century. 'Bora'…
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Izu Peninsula
In a 140-year-old former shipping workshop, this funky snack shack hawks yummy tako-yaki (fried wheat balls filled with octopus) and shimodoyaki, its own…
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Izu Peninsula
Choose from chair or hammock to savour the serenity at this homespun cafe, part of Wabi Sabi guesthouse, serving veggie and vegan Japanese fusion food…
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Izu Peninsula
A cute izakaya cluttered with eclectic decor. The menu caters to all with cheap and tasty dishes such as jumbo okonomiyaki (savoury pancakes), tempura and…
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Izu Peninsula
A fishmonger downstairs and a casual restaurant above, this humble, market-fresh eatery is noted for its grilled fish and squid (cooked DIY on hot plates)…
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Izu Peninsula
This institution serves the local noodle speciality, zendera soba (¥1260), with a stalk of fresh wasabi root to grate yourself – they even give you a…
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Izu Peninsula
Sun streams into this weatherboard cafe-bar where locals and tourists dine on beach fare such as burgers, pizza and seafood barbecues (order a day ahead)…
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Izu Peninsula
Run by a friendly Nagano native, this Italian-style bakery offers ¥200 cups of coffee to go with seasonal treats like blueberry jam-and cream cheese pull…
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Izu Peninsula
A hip young family moved here from Yokohama run this tiny burger counter grilling a range of stacked sandwiches including spicy chilli, three cheese, and…
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Izu Peninsula
Cosy diner with vintage toy cars, gingham tablecloths and surfboards on the walls. Serves light fare such as pizza, salads and omurice (omelette and fried…
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Izu Peninsula
This friendly counter bar has a retro vibe and an inventive menu including local fish (honjitsu no sakana) and assorted delicacies served yakitori-style…
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Izu Peninsula
In business since 1916, serving hearty comfort food such as kamo nabeyaki udon (duck hotpot; ¥1000). Look for the model raccoon by the entrance. They have…
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Izu Peninsula
Grab a pavement table or counter seat at this smart little seafront joint for tuna cutlet burgers, stacked aesthetically with salad and sauce in a toasted…
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Izu Peninsula
The anchor of the Nanz Village complex, this casual restaurant serves Mexican fare like fajitas along with pizzas and fish and chips. Creative cocktails…
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Izu Peninsula
The best venue in the drab Marine Town development up the coast from Orange Beach, where you can enjoy thin-crust pizzas while sipping German-style craft…
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Izu Peninsula
Sate your sushi cravings at this corner restaurant with the jizakana sushi setto (local fish sushi set). There’s a picture menu, and a green-and-white…
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Izu Peninsula
Touristy diner serving Shimoda red snapper burgers and shrimp avo burgers along with a few bottled beers. It's just behind the harbour museum at the port.
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Izu Peninsula
Run by friendly older women, this popular road stop offers up a good range of simple dishes from sashimi set meals to noodles.
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Izu Peninsula
Across from the ocean, this sun-drenched beach cafe does cheap and cheerful meals, beer, cocktails and coffee.
