Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Food Guide: 10 Japanese food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kobe

February 18, 2020 Leida Jutras

Best Japanese restaurants nearby. Discover the best Japanese food in Kobe. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Japanese restaurants near you.. Famous for its luscious beef and crisp, pure sake, the Japanese port of Kobe is a thriving metropolitan city with an international feel. The sake-brewing season runs from October through April, and that's the best time to take a tour of a kura (the Japanese word for brewery). Visit the Hakutsure Sake Brewery Museum year-round. Naturally, the nightlife here is prime perfection.
Things to do in Kobe

10. Kokubu

1-21-2 Kitanagasadori, Chuo-ku 2F Sanmei Bldg., Kobe 650-0012 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse, Asian, Grill Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +81 78-321-1717
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5 based on 127 reviews

Kokubu

Reviewed By 395CatherineR

The most amazing Kobe steak experience! Freshly made and very timely too, no waiting about here! The chef is fantastic, very friendly and charismatic and can speak very good English. His 91 year old mother is incredible, she takes over and cooks up the rice, apparently she used to own a restaurant where she was from. Fantastic red wine, a must have! And the chef also happens to be a sommelier. I definitely definitely recommend!

9. Kobe Beef Steak Ishida Kitanozaka

4-7-11 Kanocho Chuo-Ku Palais Kitanozaka 1F, Kobe 650-0001 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse, Asian, Grill Lunch, Dinner Non-smoking restaurants, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +81 78-599-5029 http://www.kobe-ishidaya.com/ishida.html
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4 based on 336 reviews

Kobe Beef Steak Ishida Kitanozaka

Reviewed By FredYin

One of the best culinary experiences I’ve had in Japan. Coming to Kobe, naturally I wanted to have the most authentic Kobe beef, and this restaurant’s quality was beyond my expectations. I got the A5 Kobe beef tenderloin, and the marbling on it was nothing less than beautiful. The whole dinner set was just the right amount of food, with the beef playing the main character but not taking all the spotlight. Various kinds of vegetables, the salad, appetisers and dessert were also delicious and memorable. Highly recommended if you’re in Kobe and looking for the best.

8. Steak&Grill Kobe Meriken Hatoba

1-3-14 Motomachidori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0022 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse, Asian Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +81 78-392-1369 https://www.facebook.com/kobemerikenhatoba/?ref=bookmarks
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5 based on 357 reviews

Steak&Grill Kobe Meriken Hatoba

There are many authentic restaurants offering the excellent quality Kobe beef and service at deserved prices in Kobe.It is one of the most exciting moments to enjoy superb tastes in such high class restaurants.In Steak &Grill Kobe Meriken Hatoba,however,w

Reviewed By xandraw2017

What an amazing experience!! Small place, only ten seats, we sat by the counter and interacted with the chef. The food was THE BEST beef we’ve ever had and even my vegetarian daughter loved it! The atmosphere was very intimate and the chef came out to take some photos with us. When in Kobe, DO NOT MISS this restaurant!! Great value for money and an experience you’ll never forget!

7. La Shomon

4-10 Kandacho 2f, Tarumi, Kobe 655-0027 Hyogo Prefecture Steakhouse, Barbecue, Japanese Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Accepts Credit Cards +81 78-705-1129 https://ja-jp.facebook.com/pages/%E8%82%89%E3%83%90%E3%83%AB-La-Shomon/129265770586505
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5 based on 111 reviews

La Shomon

Family owned business of 50 years that creates seasonable menus, courses to be accompanied by fine wine, beer, and artsian sake. Specializing in Wagyu Kobe and artsian Yamazaki beef for grilling over charcoal. First Kobe restaurant to do in house dryaging

Reviewed By Tony C

Went to Kobe for a one day trip and tried this yankiniku restaurant based on the good reviews here. The service is really good. Staff are friendly. But.........Kobe beef was sold out (I went there for lunch)Hello Tony C,,Thank you to take time to let us know about your lunch today. We apologize that you were disappointed to not have Kobe beef today. We have a limited supply available a day, and we sometimes unfortunately sell out. Just to let you know, we do take reservations for Kobe Beef and dry aged, sets and sashimi beef so that you can be assured that your expectations can be met. We hope we can assist you in that reservation in the future. Sincere apologies, Wakaokami

6. Hanasato

7-3-27 Sumiyoshimiyamachi, Higashinada-ku 1f, Kobe 658-0053 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Private Dining, Seating, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +81 78-842-0780 http://www.hanasato.net
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5 based on 159 reviews

Hanasato

welcome !! Japanese Restaurants HANASATO KOBE, enjoy your meal in relaxing, Japanese cuisine and carefully selected Japanese sake, Hida beef. Enjoy this piece of great meat, Credit Card /Free Wi-Fi /Private Room /Smoking / English Menu Japanese Restaurant

Reviewed By LKMankie74

Had a great meal here last night. Kobe course was heaven - great quality, good value and excellent service all round. Definitely worth the short train ride. The owner is jovial and welcoming, as are all the staff. Thanks for a great night!Thanks for your wonderful message! I appreciate your thoughtfulness. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m so happy. Please come and spend time here again.  Chef Hisashi /M    Arigato

5. Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya Sannomiya

1-9-9 Kitanagasadori 1st Kishi Bldg. 3F, Chuo, Kobe 650-0012 Hyogo Prefecture Steakhouse, Japanese, Asian Lunch, Dinner Seating, Reservations, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Private Dining [email protected] +81 78-321-1990 http://www.mouriya.co.jp/sannomiya
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5 based on 279 reviews

Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya Sannomiya

Decorated with the stones and woody walls, the restaurant has a delightful air to have a grilled steak cooked in front of you. "Happy comfortableness for the customers who visit the restaurant for the first time, and veritable contentment for the customer

Reviewed By sophiefyffe

A brilliant spot for a treat and some excellent steak. Our 'personal' chef was great and talked us through what he was doing and some of the more unusual (to us!) vegetables. The restaurant accommodated my gluten allergy with no issues - although I had to miss out a few bits and pieces it was still a fantastic meal. We walked in but would recommend booking in advance if possible.

4. Kobe Beef Dining Mouriya

1-9-10 Kita Nagasadori, Chuo-Ku Kakuten Bldg. 2F, Kobe 650-0012 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Television, Full Bar [email protected] +81 78-335-2421 http://www.mouriya.co.jp/en/dsb
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5 based on 202 reviews

Kobe Beef Dining Mouriya

Impression for the first-visit guesst and Reliance for regular guests! You can enjoy dining Kobe beef in a relaxed atmosphere at the table where Mouriya has about 130 years of the results since it has started to handle Kobe beef. This is the only restaura

Reviewed By Ctsang2

The steak was absolutely delicious and I cannot fault the attentive service but it is one of the more expensive places to have Kobe beef and I’m not sure it’s worth the cost. This location has no atmosphere. It is billed as the more casual restaurant suited for families. Your food is brought to you at the table so you miss out on the drama of it being cooked in front of you. Nonetheless, glad we went and tried it. And again the staff were wonderful.

3. Steak Aoyama

2-14-5 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0011 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse, Asian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +81 78-391-4858 http://www.steakaoyama.com/
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5 based on 466 reviews

Steak Aoyama

Reviewed By Aquarianchick

Had a wonderful lunch with my husband and family at steak Aoyama in Kobe. We travelled to Kobe from Osaka for the day. Make sure you make a booking online well in advance via Facebook messenger as they are usually booked out. The family who owned the restaurant turned away so many people while we were there. They are very popular so reservations only. Make sure that you come in early as they can only hold your reservations for a few minutes.Each seating can accomodate only around 7-8 people. They have 4 seatings per day, 2 for lunch and 2 for dinner. The wonderful chef and service staff all come from the same family. They are all very lovely and very welcoming. The chef was both entertaining and super funny. The Kobe beef was to die for, so tender and melts in your mouth. The older chef cameover after our lunch and gave us a postcard with all the photos he’s taken around japan along with a map. Photography is his hobby he says. It’s a must do experience in Kobe! We felt very special and honoured to have this great experience. It’s like being welcomed into their home.

2. Kobe Steak Restaurant Royal Mouriya

1-9-9 Kita Nagasadori, Chuo-Ku Dai 1 Kishi Bldg. 2F, Kobe 650-0012 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Steakhouse Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar [email protected] +81 78-321-1328 http://www.mouriya.co.jp/en/royal
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5 based on 342 reviews

Kobe Steak Restaurant Royal Mouriya

Royal Mouriya Restaurant is the third shop of the Mouriya chain. The ambiance of the restaurant is stunningly gorgeous; there are special iron plates for the cooking and three private rooms for your party or meeting. The private room can accommodate 3 to

Reviewed By olgag658

Now we know what the Kobe meat is famous for! It really deserves its reputation. Highly recommended. We tried all types of steaks - they all were fabulous.

Top 10 restaurants in Kobe, Japan

1. New Kitanozaka

1-20-10 Kitanagasa-Dori, Chuo-Ku Kingston Bldg. 3F · 5F, Kobe 650-0012 Hyogo Prefecture Japanese, Seafood Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Credit Cards +81 50-5798-1284 http://k742102.gorp.jp/
New Kitanozaka

[Reservations for farewell parties and banquets are available! ] The popular clam shabu-shabu course Shokado course All with 2H self-drink! ◆ Sake all-you-can-drink for sake ♪ 120 minutes ¥ 2,160 Unlimited ¥ 3,240 60 minutes ¥ 1,620 ◆ Perfect for banquets

Reviewed By nakaji122

天国以外の言葉が見当たりません。2時間2000円。3000円払えば時間内無制限の飲み放題。日本酒は60銘柄以上!その外はビール・焼酎・ウイスキーなど基本おつまみは自分で持ち込むスタイルで、醤油・わさびなど調味料は完備。電子レンジも使用可能・食器・割り箸は付いています。とことん呑みたい・語りたいシーンは問いません是非行ってみて下さい。

Top 10 Things to do in Kobe, Japan

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