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[Nagoya] Top 5 Popular Restaurants! Featuring Editor's Recommended Restaurant

Update-Date: Apr 23, 2026

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

[Nagoya] Top 5 Popular Restaurants! Featuring Editor's Recommended Restaurant

Even if the restaurant you desire is not available for reservation, please rest assured. Nagoya, a city where historic streetscapes and unique gourmet experiences intersect, still offers a plethora of excellent dining options.This time, we have prepared a wide range of popular restaurants, from those with overwhelming support to those handpicked by our editorial team for their proven excellence. Particularly, restaurants offering 'instant reservation' are extremely convenient for sudden schedule changes, as reservations are confirmed on the spot.

Top 5 Popular Restaurants in Nagoya

This is a popular restaurant frequented by many gourmets, known for its reliable taste and service, enhancing the time spent with loved ones.

1. Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho DaiNagoya Building Restaurant | Request Reservation

Located just a 3-minute walk from Nagoya Station, the eel grilled exquisitely with binchotan charcoal and artisanal skill offers a supreme texture, crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. The secret sauce made with tamari soy sauce further enhances the deliciousness. The restaurant's specialty, 'Hitsumabushi', along with 'Shirayaki' and 'Kimo-yaki', which allow you to savor the ingredients, are highly recommended. Enjoy the warmest hospitality with a wide selection of sake.

Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho Dai Nagoya Building Branch

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 1- 5 minutes walk from Nagoya Station on any line
Address: 3F, 3-28-12 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi

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2. Maruya Honten Meieki 3-chome Restaurant | Request Reservation

This popular restaurant offers a taste of tradition in a modern Japanese setting. The eel, grilled to perfection over charcoal with a special soy sauce-based sauce, provides a blissful flavor. Enjoy the luxurious 'Jo-hitsumabushi' with its three delightful variations, or the thick 'Jo-unadon' that the restaurant prides itself on. Please also try the freshly grilled 'Makitate umaki' after ordering. With private rooms available, it is also perfect for tourists.

Maruya Honten Meieki 3-chome Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: -
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Kokusai Center Station (Exit 1) / 3-minute walk from Nagoya Station (Exit 10, Unimall)
Address: 5F, GEMS Meieki 3-chome, 3-18-19, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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3. Kanizanmai Nagoya Sakae Restaurant | Request Reservation

Located in front of Sakae Station, this is an all-you-can-eat crab specialty restaurant. Guests can enjoy the succulent meat of snow crabs to their heart's content. The luxurious course featuring the impressively substantial 'King Crab' is extremely popular. Seasonal delights such as 'Today's Five-Piece Sushi Platter' and the rich 'Crab Cream Croquette' are also available, making the menu quite comprehensive. Please enjoy an exciting crab feast with your family and friends.

Kanizanmai Nagoya Sakae Branch

Open: [Monday-Friday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:00 am - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY / [Lunch] 5,500 JPY
Access: Walk straight for 3 minutes from Sakae Station Exit 12 on Nagoya Municipal Subway Higashiyama Line. The restaurant is on the 8th floor of the building, with "Furaibo" on the 1st floor.
Address: 8F, Eari Bldg., 4-5-8, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
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4. Amiyakitei Meieki-Nishi Restaurant | Request Reservation

This popular restaurant offers premium yakiniku at reasonable prices. It is equipped with private rooms and booth seating, allowing guests to enjoy their time privately. Leveraging the strengths of a meat wholesaler, they provide high-quality meat freshly cut with each order. Regulars favor dishes such as the 'Special Selection Black Wagyu Kalbi' and the fresh 'Beef Salt Tongue', which are must-tries. The 'Assorted Three Types of Domestic Beef' is also recommended for a comparative tasting experience at a great value.

Amiyakitei Meieki Nishi Branch

Open: [Monday - Thursday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / [Friday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday] 11:30 am - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Taiko-dori South Entrance of Nagoya Station
Address: 9-5, Tsubaki-cho, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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5. Sushi Urayama Nagoya Station | Instant Reservation

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience the extraordinary at this authentic sushi restaurant. Enjoy the finest sushi made with seafood directly delivered from Hokuriku and red vinegar tuna. For anniversaries, the 'Joganji' course featuring sushi and a seasonal pot is recommended. Choose according to the occasion, such as the 'Kurobe' for a relaxed dinner or the 'Hayatsuki' for a casual lunch course. Please spend a blissful gourmet time at the beautiful hinoki counter seats.

Sushi Urayama Meieki

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: Municipal Subway Higashiyama Line - Nagoya Station - 8-minute walk
Address: 1F, Ichigo Meieki Nakakoma Bldg., 5-30-1, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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Editor's Recommended Top 5 Restaurants

From the many options available, five restaurants have been meticulously selected for their taste, ambiance, and reputation. These establishments promise a high-quality experience that allows you to savor the rich food culture of Nagoya.

6. Minoru Dining Nagoya | Instant Reservation

A tranquil dining spot located on the 12th floor of a building inside Nagoya Station. Guests can savor meats from the Tokai region and other domestic ingredients. The homemade 'Choose Your Own Aichi Beef Roast Beef Set Meal' and 'Choose Your Own Hamburger Steak Set Meal' are popular choices. Both options allow guests to select an additional side dish of their liking. For dessert, the 'Seasonal Fruit Parfait' featuring rich milk soft serve is highly recommended.

Minoru Dining Nagoya Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Directly connected to JR Nagoya Station. Located on the 12F of JR Central Towers.
Address: 12F, 1-1-4, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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7. Nagoya Cochin Ichio Nagoya Iccho | Instant Reservation

Nagoya Cochin Ichihou | Instant Reservation

Located in front of Nagoya Station, this is a Nagoya Cochin specialty restaurant brimming with Japanese ambiance. It features spacious private rooms, perfect for dining after sightseeing. The 'skewered grilled chicken' highlights the exquisite flavor of carefully selected chicken. The 'signature charcoal-grilled oyakodon', with its rich eggs and meat, is a must-try delicacy when visiting Nagoya. Enjoy the authentic local food culture with regional sake from Tokai.

Nagoya Cochin Ichio Nagoya Iccho

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nagoya Station
Address: B1F, Horiuchi Bldg., 3-25-9, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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8. Steakhouse Charolais | Instant Reservation

Established in 1985, this restaurant is perfect for exploring the gourmet delights of the Mikawa region. The chef masterfully grills the locally renowned premium meat, 'Anjo Wagyu,' along with fresh vegetables from Mikawa, right before your eyes on the teppanyaki grill. The recommended dish is the 'Anjo Wagyu Sirloin Course,' known for its exquisitely sweet fat. Enjoy a memorable steak in a warm, home-like atmosphere that will make a lasting impression on your journey.

Steakhouse Charolais

Open: [Wednesday-Friday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) [Saturday, Sunday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: Approximately 23 minutes walk from the north exit of Meitetsu Shin Anjo station, along Aichi Prefectural Route 12
Address: 9-3 Daidoji, Sato-cho, Anjo-shi, Aichi
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9. Kuroge Wagyu Yakiniku Yamaki | Instant Reservation

This restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy authentic yakiniku. Centered around A5 grade Sendai beef, the restaurant serves high-quality Kuroge Wagyu beef to its fullest. The fresh, never-frozen 'signature fresh salted tongue and premium thick tongue' and the melt-in-your-mouth 'signature Sendai beef special loin shabu-shabu' are must-try delicacies. Enjoy a satisfying yakiniku experience with the finest meat, hand-cut with each order.

Kurogewagyu Yakiniku Yamaki

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm), [Sunday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: About a 7-minute walk from the West Exit of Sakura-honmachi Station on the Nagoya Municipal Subway/ About a 7-minute walk from Sakura Station on the Meitetsu Nagoya Main Line
Address: 3-4-1 Yobitsugi, Minami-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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10. Sushi Murohashi | Request Reservation

This authentic sushi restaurant offers a deep taste of aged sushi in a calm Japanese setting. Their exquisite 'nigiri' featuring three-week aged tuna and rich sea urchin is a must-try. Seasonal delights in 'sakizuke' and 'yakimono' dishes are also exceptional. Guests can enjoy pairing these dishes with a selection of sake and wines from across Japan. Please enjoy a moment of luxury where fine food and fine drinks harmonize.

Sushi Murohashi

Open: Lunch 11:45 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Exit 1 of Sakae Station
Address: 2F, Sun Plaza Bldg., 3-17-3, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi

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Confused about choosing a restaurant?

Many of the restaurants introduced this time support convenient instant reservations. For those in Nagoya who want to 'secure a spot right away' or 'ensure a reservation at a restaurant,' please check from the restaurants that offer instant booking options.
May it be a wonderful dining experience for you.

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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