Niigata Restaurants(225)

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: $141.75-212.62
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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: $70.87-106.31
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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: $14.17-21.26
Dinner: $35.44-63.79
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Sushi Arai (Niigata)

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

Dinner: $120.49-155.92
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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: $35.44-42.52
Dinner: $106.31-141.75
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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: $35.44-42.52
Dinner: $106.31-141.75
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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: $106.31-141.75
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Kaiseki Shusekian

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

Lunch: $21.26-28.35
Dinner: $56.70-70.87
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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: $77.96-155.92
Dinner: $77.96-155.92
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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: $35.44-141.75
Dinner: $35.44-141.75
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Kappo Watanabe

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

Lunch: $28.35-85.05
Dinner: $56.70-85.05
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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: $28.35-35.44
Dinner: $49.61-63.79
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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: $49.61-106.31
Dinner: $148.84-191.36
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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: $14.17-28.35
Dinner: $49.61-77.96
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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: $106.31-141.75
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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: $106.31-141.75
Dinner: $70.87-106.31
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Tokiwa

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

Lunch: $35.44-42.52
Dinner: $70.87-106.31
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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: $106.31-141.75
Dinner: $106.31-141.75
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Seafood Kappou Shokudo Kihachi

Enjoy award-winning seafood at Seafood Kappou Shokudo Kihachi in Joetsu. Just a 5-minute stroll from Naoetsu Station, savor freshly prepared seafood and Ramen in a cozy atmosphere.

Lunch: $7.09-14.17
Dinner: $14.17-21.26
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Ikinariya

Ikinariya, nestled in the heart of Niigata, offers award-winning Japanese cuisine amidst a lush garden setting. Known for its traditional kaiseki meals, it's a cultural treasure.

Lunch: $106.31-141.75
Dinner: $141.75-212.62
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Tacchan

Tacchan in Niigata offers award-winning Yakiniku and Horumon featuring famed Murakami beef. Just a short walk from Niigata Station, enjoy an unparalleled BBQ experience with superior service in private rooms.

Dinner: $28.35-35.44
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Takesen

Discover Takesen in Nishi Ward for authentic Japanese cuisine. Specializing in unagi and Wappa rice, this award-winning spot delivers a remarkable dining experience.

Lunch: $21.26-28.35
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Tori Den

Tori Den 位於古町區,提供絕佳燒鳥體驗。以烤雞串和傳統技法聞名,是親密聚會的絕佳去處。

Dinner: $28.35-35.44
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Uoei

Uoei offers authentic Japanese cuisine in Nagaoka, known for its fresh sashimi sets and cozy atmosphere. A hidden gem for traditional flavors in a convenient location.

Lunch: $7.09-14.17
Dinner: $28.35-35.44
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YUU

YUU blends Izakaya, Chinese, and Japanese cuisines in Niigata. Known for exquisite tempura, it's ideal for gourmet enthusiasts.

Lunch: $7.09-14.17
Dinner: $21.26-28.35
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Shikisai Ajiyoshi

Discover Shikisai Ajiyoshi's exquisite seafood on Sado Island, where expert chefs craft memorable dishes using fresh local ingredients.

Lunch: $7.09-14.17
Dinner: $14.17-21.26
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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: $70.87-141.75
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Daitouen

Daitouen provides the ultimate Horumon experience, renowned for its marinated offal BBQ, near Niigata Station.

Dinner: $21.26-28.35
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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.