Must see restaurants in Nagoya

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Folks line up for opening time at this jolly place, where the Taiwan rāmen (台湾ラーメン; a spicy concoction of ground meat, chilli, garlic and green onion,…

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The head branch of this hitsumabushi chain, in business since 1873, is revered for good reason. Patrons queue during the summer peak season for…

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Delightfully traditional but not overly formal, this Nagoyan kappo institution specialises in simple grilled fish lunches served with miso soup, rice and…

This has been the place to try Nagoya's famed miso-katsu (a type of tonkatsu – deep-fried pork cutlet) since 1947. Signature dishes are waraji-tonkatsu …

You can soak up the atmosphere of this gorgeous, woody Taishō-era building with its tranquil garden and pond over a glass of pinot: try not to spill a…

The Nagoya branch of this globally acclaimed Taiwanese chain, located in the Takashimaya department store at Nagoya Station, is likely to please with its…

Come here for a unique kōchin kaiseki (haute cuisine featuring free-range chicken) experience with immaculately presented servers and a wonderfully…

Atmosphere seeps from this ambitious izakaya (pub-restaurant), which transformed a decrepit building into an airy urban oasis. French-influenced dishes…

You may be surprised to find an Italian trattoria of this calibre and value smack bang in the heart of Nagoya. Prepare to queue at weekends, as folks line…

Lovers of wholesome, delicious, healthy foods are in for a treat at this trendy, friendly vegan cafe preparing lunch sets and cafe items that are free of…

A cheery, clean and colourful halal Indian institution where you can get serious with curry. The all-you-can-eat buffet is good value and includes your…

This is the place to go to for soupy miso-nikomi udon – the chain, which began here, has been doing it since 1925. From Yaba-chō station, take exit 6,…

The massive noodle bowls at this, the head branch of one of Nagoya's best-known kishimen (flat, handmade wheat noodle) chains, are toasty, tasty and cheap…

Opposite the Nagoya TV Tower, these cheap, chunky handmade ramen bowls will fill you up. The walls are covered with photos of famous patrons. Someone will…