Ranking
An editorial ranking of restaurants, cafés and bars: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.
Places ranked: 1,522
Fukuoka · Bakery
A celebrated artisan bakery in Fukuoka's Hakozaki district, famous for its unique mentaiko (spicy cod roe) French-style baguette. Visitors line up for its wide variety of high-hydration, slow-fermented breads that are known for their crackly crusts…
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Hokkaido · Casual Dining
A boisterous izakaya in Sapporo's Susukino district, famous for its rich, spicy offal stew (motsu-nikomi) and generously portioned grilled skewers. It's a go-to for a lively, authentic taste of local nightlife.
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Tokyo · Casual Dining
A lively izakaya in Ebisu serving both modern Kansai and house-style Hiroshima okonomiyaki. Famous for its teppan counter cooking and a great-value 'marunage' tasting course, it's a top, traveller-friendly choice for this Japanese classic.
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Osaka · Pâtisserie
A takeaway patisserie in the basement of Osaka's Hankyu Umeda department store, specializing in classic French baked goods. Visitors come for the signature financier, known for its crisp exterior and moist, buttery interior.
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Osaka · Coffee Shop
A historic kissaten (traditional coffee shop) in Osaka's Kawaramachi district, serving its signature '100-Year Coffee' and classic donuts since 1921. It's a destination for those seeking an authentic taste of Showa-era cafe culture.
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Kyoto · Pâtisserie
A celebrated Kyoto café known almost exclusively for its legendary Tarte Tatin. Located in the Shogoin area near the Heian Shrine, LA VOITURE offers a unique dessert experience in a distinctive, antique-filled setting.
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Kyoto · Bakery
A celebrated townhouse bakery in Kyoto's Shimogyo ward, MASH Kyoto applies French techniques to local ingredients. It's known for its inventive breads, like the signature white-miso croque-monsieur, and its large, buttery croissants.
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Hyōgo · Casual Dining
In Kobe's Nakayamatedori district, Misaku is a long-running teppan counter beloved for its braised beef tendon dishes and sobameshi. Visitors come for the lively griddle-side cooking and authentic local flavours at a great price.
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Fukuoka · Casual Dining
A specialist takeout shop in Fukuoka's Watanabedori district, famous for one thing: artisanal inari sushi. The fried tofu pouches are soaked in a rich dashi broth, creating a uniquely juicy texture that has earned it a city-wide reputation.
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Osaka · Fine Dining
A tiny, six-seat counter restaurant in Osaka's Kitahama district, dedicated entirely to multi-course tasting menus of anago (conger eel). Go for a masterclass in how one ingredient can be prepared in a dozen different ways.
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Tokyo · Fine Dining
In Kamimeguro, ADI offers a unique fusion of Nepalese spice and Japanese culinary precision. Guests gather at a single communal table to enjoy creative fish dishes and a signature tuna curry from an open kitchen.
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Osaka · Steakhouse
A members-style steakhouse in Osaka's Kita ward, where guests choose their cut from a whole joint before it's grilled over charcoal. The experience is theatrical, from the locked door with its lion knocker to the tableside meat presentation.
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