Best Restaurants in Gifu(225)
Kawaramachi Izumiya
Opened in 1887, this riverside restaurant has become a Gifu institution renowned for its charcoal-grilled sweetfish, the highly prized fish delicacy often nicknamed "the queen of clear rivers."

Kakusho
Why settle for less when you can relish vegetarian kaiseki cuisine at the oldest ryotei in the whole of Gifu Prefecture?
Takumi Hirano
Dig into the seamless blend of Kyoto-Gifu kaiseki cuisine made of carefully sourced components from all around the city.

Takada Hassho
True greats never stop learning, which is why this Gifu restaurant is among the best kaiseki restaurants in the country.

Kaikatei
Push the boundaries of your palate with experimental, mind-blowing Chinese food.
Kochouan Senba
Grab a bowl of soba, handmade and rich in flavor, said to be the best in town.
CUCINA
One of the most exciting restaurants in Ogaki, with a mixed contemporary-classic Italian menu and a Michelin star.

Hida Kisetsuryori Sakana
At this Gifu restaurant, a traditional, organic meal with a view of the Japanese Alps is simply unbeatable.

Shuntei Nakagawa
The combination of Hida-sourced components with the French culinary technique creates an extraordinary cuisine that can be eaten only at this Michelin-starred restaurant.
Nakasa Soba
With everything made from scratch, each bowl of soba noodles is emblematic of the natural essence of the Japanese Alps.

Ryotei Susaki
One of the last reserves of tea ceremony-inspired Sowaryu Honzen cuisine in the entire country, this Michelin-starred Gifu restaurant
Shosaichuka Hiro
Chinese cuisine is more than just ramen and dumplings — that’s why this Chinese restaurant is constantly improving to create more authentic dishes.

Hida Takayama Kyo Ya
Experience Hida beef and regional flavors at Hida Takayama Kyo Ya near Miyagawa Morning Market.

Wayou Shunsai Chubo Amane Dining
Wayou Shunsai Chubo Amane Dining combines French and Japanese flavors in historic Gifu. Enjoy crafted menus in a warm, traditional ambiance.

Matsuki Sushi
Savor handcrafted sushi and Toyama's freshest catches at Matsuki Sushi, nestled in Takayama's tranquil setting. Highlight: Matsuki Bowl.

Yanagiya
Get in touch with your primal side in rural Gifu, at a unique restaurant with private fire pits.
Cafe&marche mi kimama
"Cafe&marche mi kimama" is an organic vegan cafe located in Gujo Hachiman, Gifu Prefecture where you can have a relaxing time.
Fukuzenji Soba
At Fukuzenji Soba, you can savor soba in very unique ways: with salt, wasabi, and even sprinkled with Japanese sake!
Busuitei
At Busuitei, you can savor a kaiseki course meal that uses local ingredients and medicinal herbs at a traditional ryokan in Gifu prefecture.
Ajidokoro Furukawa
At Ajidokoro Furukawa, you can savor local specialties in Hida-Furukawa, Gifu Prefecture: Hida-jidori chicken, Hida beef, and Hooba miso.

Washokuya Mineyoshi
Washokuya Mineyoshi offers exquisite Japanese cuisine near Yanaizu, featuring seasonal lunch courses and attentive service. Experience Gifu's culinary art.

Shojin Ryori Yuge An
Taste authentic shojin ryori in Gifu's tranquil Ibi District at Shojin Ryori Yuge An, renowned for its natural flavors and seasonal ingredients just 10 minutes from Ibi Station.

Pizzeria Spada
Celebrated for award-winning pizzas in Gifu, savor the acclaimed Sorrentina in an authentic Italian ambiance.

Dachi Ikkyu
Experience Dachi Ikkyu in Toki, Gifu, where traditional seafood meets modern izakaya in a cozy and vibrant setting.

Ajimi Tei
Ajimi Tei offers vibrant izakaya fusion in Gifu, blending Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisines. Situated near Hotel Grand Verc Gizan.

Yokozuna
Taste the heart of Unagi cuisine at Yokozuna, conveniently located near Toki Premium Outlets. Enjoy hitsumabushi grilled to perfection in a traditional setting.

Hida Takuma
Delight in premium Hida beef and authentic regional dishes at Hida Takuma in Takayama's vibrant center.

Izakaya Kinsen
Experience authentic izakaya cuisine focusing on Hida beef and keichan, in Gero's Izakaya Kinsen with cozy ambience and traditional touch.




As part of the mountainous heartlands of Japan, Gifu Prefecture is known for great hiking, fantastic snow sports, and secluded villages seemingly frozen in time by the snows resting on their rooftops. This is a place for culture vultures and outdoor adventurers alike — in the morning you could be making your way through a rugged mountain pass, and in the afternoon settling down on the tatami with a cup of tea at a centuries-old Japanese ryokan inn.
Gifu’s mountain slopes yield some fantastic foods too, including the prized Hida wagyu beef, and succulent persimmons. And although the prefecture is landlocked, its rivers still provide it with some fantastic fish like Japanese unagi eel and sweetfish, both in season throughout summer.
Whether you’re looking for regional Gifu delicacies like keichan — chicken thighs stir-fried with cabbage and garlic soy — or excellent worldwide cuisine, these best Gifu restaurants can satisfy your cravings. With byFood’s reservation system, once you’ve found the ideal place, you’ll be able to reserve your spot with just a few clicks!
If you want to dive even further into the culinary culture of Gifu, hop on one of our Gifu food experiences while you’re at it.