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Niigata restaurants offer traditional flavors with modern twists, featuring seasonal dishes and perfect sake pairings.
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Hatsune Sushi (Niigata)

Hatsune Sushi is a Michelin-starred Edo-mae sushi restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere that has been operating since 1956 in Niigata.

Dinner: $144.67-217.01
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Araragi

Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Araragi, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Niigata, which puts special emphasis on the temperature that each dish is served at.

Lunch: $36.17-43.40
Dinner: $108.51-144.67
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Common

Michelin-starred restaurant Common invites you to enjoy a blissful moment in your daily life with seasonal fresh fish and ingredients from Niigata.

Lunch: $36.17-43.40
Dinner: $108.51-144.67
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Restaurant Iso

Enjoy heartfelt French cuisine in the modern atmosphere of a Japanese house at Iso, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Niigata.

Dinner: $108.51-144.67
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Kaiseki Shusekian

Enjoy a seasonal Japanese kaiseki course in Niigata at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

Lunch: $21.70-28.93
Dinner: $57.87-72.34
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Kappo Shintaku

Over 150 years of culinary excellence are on display at this former Michelin restaurant in Murakami City, which shows off regional specialties like river salmon and Murakami wagyu beef through impeccable kaiseki menus.

Lunch: $79.57-159.14
Dinner: $79.57-159.14
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Nishibori Kaino

Enjoy traditional kaiseki cuisine in Niigata, a style of Japanese cooking that implements seasonal natural ingredients, and taste local Niigata sake.

Dinner: $72.34-108.51
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Osteria Bacco

With handmade pasta as its mainstay, Osteria Bacco offers meals that bring the food culture of northern Italy to Niigata.

Lunch: $14.47-21.70
Dinner: $36.17-65.10
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Sushi Arai (Niigata)

Sushi Arai is a restaurant with one Michelin star for its simple yet exquisite sushi.

Dinner: $122.97-159.14
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Japanese Dining KURA (ANA Crowne Plaza Niigata)

This Niigata restaurant is famed for luxury kaiseki menus — lunch and dinner both — that show off the best of Japan’s four seasons. Seasonal ingredients like chestnuts, sweetfish and wagyu beef take turns to share the spotlight.

Lunch: $36.17-144.67
Dinner: $36.17-144.67
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Senbazuru (NASPA New Otani)

The natural bounties of Niigata are on full display at this high-end kaiseki restaurant in the NASPA New Otani. Regional delicacies are spun into seasonal menus, presented in the understated fashion of traditional Japanese fine dining.

Dinner: $72.34-144.67
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Kappo Watanabe

Kappo Watanabe in Niigata offers sake and Japanese cuisine, using local ingredients that reflect the four seasons.

Lunch: $28.93-86.80
Dinner: $57.87-86.80
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Restaurant L'Armoise

The potential of Niigata's ingredients shines through at L'Armoise, a French restaurant that strives for simplicity in Nagaoka City.

Lunch: $28.93-36.17
Dinner: $50.64-65.10
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Nabejaya

A longstanding restaurant operating since the Edo period, come to Nabejaya to enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine with a geisha performance.

Lunch: $50.64-108.51
Dinner: $151.91-195.31
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Nihonryori Uoyuki

Enjoy authentic Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine using local Niigata ingredients at Uoyuki, a restaurant that was recognized by the Michelin Guide Niigata 2020.

Lunch: $14.47-28.93
Dinner: $50.64-79.57
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Kyodaizushi

Kyodaizushi offers sushi courses using Niigata's local products; feel the joy of uncovering the culinary charms of the prefecture.

Dinner: $108.51-144.67
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Nabejaya Korin

Enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine with two Michelin stars in Niigata! Nabejaya Korin provides private rooms with a Japanese garden.

Lunch: $108.51-144.67
Dinner: $72.34-108.51
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Tokiwa

Embrace the evolution of sushi at an old Niigata sushi-ya that welcomes modernity.

Lunch: $36.17-43.40
Dinner: $72.34-108.51
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Restaurant UOZEN

Slow down the pace and enjoy the sweet taste of country living at this outstanding rural Niigata French restaurant.

Lunch: $108.51-144.67
Dinner: $108.51-144.67
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Gyukaku Naoetsu Branch

Gyukaku in Joetsu, Niigata offers Yakiniku, famous for its marbled beef tongue. Near Moranbong, ideal for those seeking premium Yakiniku dining.

Dinner: $14.47-21.70
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Soba Dokoro Nagaoka Kojimaya Main Branch

Discover hegisoba in Nagaoka at Kojimaya - a short walk from the station, offering authentic flavors with premium soba noodles and superb service.

Lunch: $7.23-14.47
Dinner: $14.47-21.70
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Hidehama

Discover Hidehama in Nagaoka, where exquisite sashimi meets traditional Japanese elegance, near Nagaoka Station. Experience the freshest seafood delights.

Lunch: $7.23-14.47
Dinner: $36.17-43.40
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Shibukawa

Discover Shibukawa in Niigata's Chuo Ward: an izakaya where fresh sashimi, diverse otsumami, and quality sake deliver a true Japanese dining experience. Perfect for a memorable retreat.

Dinner: $28.93-36.17
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Konomazushi Flagship Store

Enjoy traditional sushi, hot pot, and nihonshu at Konomazushi, Niigata's hidden gem near Nagaoka Station.

Lunch: $7.23-14.47
Dinner: $43.40-57.87
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Yakiniku Zanmai Riku Kaiku

Discover Yakiniku Zanmai in Niigata's Higashi Ward, a culinary gem for Korean and Japanese BBQ, exuding delightful flavors and inviting charm.

Dinner: $14.47-21.70
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Yaragi Tei Shimaya

Savor authentic Japanese cuisine at Yaragi Tei Shimaya, located in Niigata's Chuo Ward. Famous for its Oyako-don and cozy ambiance, it's a must-visit spot.

Lunch: $7.23-14.47
Dinner: $36.17-43.40
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Aoguiri

Experience Aoguiri in Nagaoka, where traditional izakaya meets the deliciousness of chicken-bone soy sauce ramen in a unique dining setting.

Lunch: $7.23-14.47
Dinner: $28.93-36.17
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Yakiniku Restaurant Keishu

Indulge in top-tier yakiniku at Yakiniku Restaurant Keishu, nestled in Joetsu, near Niigata landmarks. Experience Ozaki beef and expertly grilled brisket.

Dinner: $57.87-72.34
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Discover the Best Niigata Restaurants

When it comes to exceptional dining experiences, Niigata restaurants offer a delightful blend of traditional and contemporary cuisines. Located on the west coast of Japan's Honshu Island, this region is renowned for its high-quality rice and sake production, which greatly influences the local culinary scene. Whether you're a fan of seafood, Japanese wagyu, or vegetarian options, Niigata has something to satisfy every palate. This guide is designed to help you explore the best dining spots that Niigata has to offer, ensuring you savor authentic flavors and innovative dishes.

Traditional Flavors with a Modern Twist

Niigata restaurants are famed for integrating time-honored flavors with modern cooking techniques. Many establishments in the area have mastered the art of crafting dishes that honor local culinary traditions while introducing innovative elements that surprise and delight diners. From pristine sushi crafted with fresh, locally-sourced seafood to mouth-watering ramen made with Niigata's renowned high-quality rice flour, each dish tells a story of the region's rich gastronomy. Experience an array of options from homely izakayas to upscale dining venues where chefs showcase their creativity using local ingredients.

Seasonal and Sake-Paired Dishes

One of the highlights of dining in Niigata is the emphasis on seasonal ingredients and exceptional sake pairings. Many restaurants adjust their menus to reflect the freshest produce available, ensuring that guests can taste the best of what the season has to offer. Sake, being a significant part of Niigata’s identity, often features prominently in both the cooking methods and as a companion to meals. Chefs and sommeliers take great pride in curating sake selections that complement the flavors of the dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether you're a sake connoisseur or a novice, you'll find a wide selection of artisanal brews ready to elevate your meal to new heights.