Restaurants(91)
COURSE MENUSukiyaki Kappo Kitsune
Just a short walk from Kintetsu-Nara Station, this back-alley sukiyaki restaurant is reinventing Meiji-era cuisine with French-influenced starters and Nara-grown local ingredients.
SEAT RESERVATIONLa Trace
Michelin star-studded La Trace, the chic French restaurant in Nara, isn’t a new kid on the block, but its hyper-seasonal ingredients and the chef’s brilliance keep mealtime refreshingly innovative.
COURSE MENUNikusho Geihinkan Nara
Yamato beef grown on its own ranch served up on the platter in Nikusho Geihinkan’s flagship course, where adventurous rare cuts, luxurious sirloin and offal become seemingly endless.
COURSE MENUKitashinchi Harami Shin-Omiya
This Nara specialty restaurant spreads the gospel of the harami. Japanese kuroge wagyu black beef skirt steak is presented in a number of increasingly luxurious ways, incorporating premium ingredients like truffles and caviar.
SEAT RESERVATIONNara Nikon
With a practice informed by old masters, Chef Shimizu Shojiro earned two Michelin Stars by demonstrating that there is still space to play in the world of traditional Japanese cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONGokan Uogin
A dynamic, multisensory traditional Japanese cuisine dedicated to celebrating one exquisite ingredient: rice — glossy, plump, and mildly sweet, cooked under high pressure in custom-made ceramic pots.
SEAT RESERVATIONWa Yamamura
Seasonal dishes birthed from kindness and care — such is the lovingly vibrant Japanese cuisine at this Michelin-starred restaurant in Nara.
SEAT RESERVATIONMusoan
The sun-drenched, Michelin-beloved Musoan in Nara Park celebrates traditional Japanese cooking as it should be: produce-led, rich and traditional.
SEAT RESERVATIONMatsuki
In the corner of the idyllic Naramachi and within a heritage townhouse, Matsumuro Katsuya’s love for the dainty flows from his kaiseki menu, choice of crockery to effervescent hospitality.
SEAT RESERVATIONOkada
A lesson in perseverance that prevails: a Michelin-starred chef spent 16 years honing his skills at an esteemed store in Osaka before opening his own counter-style kappo in 2019, right by the banks of Sarusawa Pond.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzekura (JW Marriott Hotel Nara)
Teppanyaki, sushi, and traditional kaiseki menus satisfy a variety of guests at this excellent hotel eatery. The JW Marriott Hotel Nara proudly offers guests a unique dining experience in the heart of one of Japan’s most historic cities.
SEAT RESERVATIONTsukumo
In the historic Nara, master chef Nishihara maintains an old-school approach to his cooking and does the ancient capital’s tradition justice.
SEAT RESERVATIONChugokusai Naramachi Kuko
This double-starred Michelin restaurant whips out fun Sichuan-meet-Cantonese dim sums using vegetables harvested from its own garden and farm.
SEAT RESERVATIONAkordu
Get a taste of Nara through Spanish dishes, while overlooking the blooming trees of Nara Park.
SEAT RESERVATIONPizzeria Luna Nuova
Just a brisk walk from Nara Station is this Bib Gourmand award-winning pizzeria by Akai Kenji, who continues to use Italian wheat for his dough and makes good use of his wood-fired oven.
SEAT RESERVATIONKushizukushi
The simple joy of savoring Osaka’s beloved deep-fried skewers made exciting with a medley of regional Japanese ingredients in this beloved kushikatsu joint.
SEAT RESERVATIONLa Pie
Chef Hisaoka’s venture, La Pie, brings him back to his hometown in Nara, where he delivers French cuisine's inherent refinement and gastronomic recognition to the cozy streets of Naramachi.
SEAT RESERVATIONToi Inshokuten
Michelin-featured, pan-Indian cooking with heart and soul in Nara, with careful adjustments to classic curries served teishoku-style on a vibrant thali platter.
SEAT RESERVATIONNihonryori Hanagiku
Immerse yourself in a century-old legacy of hospitality at this traditional Japanese restaurant, located within the opulent Nara Hotel which has hosted luminaries such as Einstein, Audrey Hepburn and royalties.
SEAT RESERVATIONHitoshizuku
Located in central Nara, just a short walk from the city’s most famous attractions, this kappo counter restaurant offers unbeatable value for fine Japanese course meals. A comfortably modern setting and attractive price point make it a must-visit.
SEAT RESERVATIONIrori Dining Tanaka
Experience authentic yakiniku at Irori Dining Tanaka in Naramachi, Nara. Enjoy perfectly grilled wagyu and serene melodies near Gango-ji Temple.
SEAT RESERVATIONOsho San
Delve into authentic yakitori delights at Osho San, Nara's cozy culinary gem near Omiya Station.
SEAT RESERVATIONIzakaya Tsunofuri
Immerse in Nara's flavors at Izakaya Tsunofuri. Relish traditional izakaya dishes and premium Yamato beef yakiniku near Higashimuki Minamimachi streets.
SEAT RESERVATIONWashoku Dining Taku
Washoku Dining Taku in Nara serves exquisite Izakaya cuisine and sushi with a self-serve sake system, located in the bustling Mochiidono Center Gai.
SEAT RESERVATIONTawara
Experience authentic Izakaya cuisine at Tawara, located in Nara's Shibatsujicho. Enjoy the acclaimed beef tataki and the charm of Showa-era decor.
SEAT RESERVATIONWine to Maki Ryori no Branch Piano
Savor Italian, Baru, and curry fusion at Wine to Maki Ryori no Piano in Nara. Experience authentic wood-fired pizzas, unique spice curries, and an impressive wine selection.
SEAT RESERVATIONMangyoku
Mangyoku in Naramachi offers traditional Japanese dishes near Kofukuji Temple. Enjoy authentic flavors in a cozy, historical setting.
SEAT RESERVATIONKaiseki Ryori Kakomura
Kaiseki Ryori Kakomura in Nara serves authentic Japanese cuisine and exquisite seafood. Expert chefs ensure an unforgettable dining experience.
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