Kobe’s Finest Steaks: 20 Must-Try Restaurants in the City’s Competitive Dining Scene

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Yuzaburo is a Yakiniku restaurant where you can savor expertly grilled aged meat over charcoal. The interior features only counter seating, with gentle lighting that creates a calm and inviting atmosphere.

Here, the chef grills your steak right before your eyes, offering a memorable dining experience.

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The beautifully marbled red meat is so appealing that anticipation builds even before it hits the grill. Each course features a succession of mouthwatering cuts, making for an unforgettable dining experience.

Highly recommended for those looking to indulge in a true meat lover’s feast.

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The "Charcoal-Grilled Steak Assorted Platter" is a customer favorite, featuring only the most delicious cuts such as tongue, outside skirt, and sirloin cap. Special attention is paid to the origin and quality of the meat.

Each cut can be enjoyed with different seasonings—try the outside skirt with wasabi, or the sirloin cap with salt or house-made sauce—so you’ll never tire of the variety of flavors and styles.

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Arakawa is a renowned high-end steakhouse in Sannomiya, Kobe. With a long history, the restaurant features an elegant, antique ambiance and is known for its refined service.

Guests appreciate the spacious and comfortable table seating, making for a relaxed dining experience.

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The "Chef's Special Course" features a menu crafted with carefully selected seasonal ingredients by the head chef. Guests can choose one appetizer and a main steak dish.

The steak is renowned for its exquisite contrast between a perfectly seared, crisp exterior and a tender, juicy center.

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Aside from steak, one of the most popular dishes is Arakawa’s signature smoked salmon. Since the availability and timing of this menu item can vary, many guests check in advance before making a reservation.

Both the meat and fish are expertly cooked, and the salmon is said to be especially moist and juicy.

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Kobe Plaisir is a teppan-yaki restaurant located on the first floor of The b Kobe hotel. The exterior exudes a stylish, French restaurant-like atmosphere.

Depending on the course menu you choose, you will be guided to a different dining room—an attention to detail that sets this restaurant apart.

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This restaurant is directly operated by JA Zen-Noh Hyogo and is known for purchasing whole Kobe beef cattle. A sommelier is on hand to recommend the perfect wine pairing for your meal.

Enjoy premium Kobe beef, Tajima beef, and other select cuts served with fresh, locally sourced vegetables.

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Every steak here is said to be exceptional, and the generous portions are sure to satisfy. While the servings are more than enough for many people, the steaks are so delicious that they find themselves finishing every last bite.

Each juicy, flavorful cut is so tempting, you'll want to savor every drop.

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Aburi Niku Kobo Wakkoku Kitanozaka Honten specializes in dishes featuring Sanda beef and Kobe beef. The restaurant offers a calm, classic interior that exudes a sense of traditional charm.

While semi-private rooms are available, the counter seats are highly recommended for the best experience.

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Enjoy premium steak as part of a teppan-yaki course menu. Before grilling, the beautifully marbled cuts of meat are presented to you, offering a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.

If you wish to sample a variety of dishes, visiting with friends and sharing is highly recommended.

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You can choose your preferred doneness for the steak, and a variety of seasonings are available, including pepper, mustard, and Japanese-style sauces.

The restaurant also offers an extensive selection of wines, with many French wines prominently featured.

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This restaurant truly lives up to its name, offering a wide variety of meats prepared using different cooking techniques. With a selection of at least ten wines always available, guests can enjoy perfect pairings with their meal.

The restaurant features counter seating, tables, and semi-private rooms.

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In addition to classic cuts of meat, NIKU SPECIALITE Macra also offers lamb, duck, venison, and more. Pictured here is their grilled lamb.

The menu is designed for small portions, making it ideal for those who want to sample a variety of meats or share with friends or a partner.

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This is the "Assorted Meat Platter," a dish that lets you enjoy a variety of meats much like an assorted sashimi platter. It features selections such as salami, horse sashimi, and beef roast, each prepared using different techniques.

The offerings change depending on the day's ingredients, making this a menu item you'll want to try again and again.

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Steak Land Kobe Kan is conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Sannomiya Station in Kobe, making it easily accessible. The restaurant is renowned for offering authentic Kobe beef at a reasonable price.

At the counter seats, guests can watch as their steak is expertly grilled right before their eyes.

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The lunch menu here is highly recommended. Enjoy a variety of dishes, including the "Kobe Beef Steak Lunch" and "Tender L Lunch," all at reasonable prices.

Even at lunchtime, if you sit at the counter, you can watch your steak being cooked right in front of you and savor it fresh off the grill.

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The staff will ask about your preferred doneness and whether you would like garlic with your steak. They also cut the meat into bite-sized pieces to suit each guest, ensuring a comfortable dining experience.

You can choose from a variety of cuts, including loin, strip loin, and tenderloin.

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Quatre Lapin Kobe Sannomiya is a casual French bistro located just a 5-minute walk from Sannomiya Station. With its hidden-gem atmosphere, this spot is perfect for a relaxed meal.

The restaurant offers only counter seating, making it an ideal choice for small groups or a date.

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For steak lovers, the weekday lunch is highly recommended here.

You can enjoy perfectly grilled lean cuts of beef, just like in the photos, all at a surprisingly affordable price.

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You can enjoy expertly prepared steaks and specialty meat dishes for dinner as well. Pictured is the "Pan-seared Venison and Foie Gras." Each plate features a generous portion of meat, making it a satisfying choice.

Despite the delicate seasoning, the prices are reasonable, offering excellent value for money.

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Located just a 2-minute walk from Sannomiya Station in Kobe, this restaurant specializes in furnace-roasted steaks. By purchasing whole Kobe beef cattle, they offer a wide variety of cuts for guests to enjoy.

The restaurant also features fully private rooms, making it an excellent choice for private gatherings and special occasions.

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The photo features the "Kishu Binchotan Charcoal Kiln-Grilled Steak." This restaurant is dedicated to perfecting its unique grilling method by combining Kishu Binchotan charcoal with kiln roasting.

Excess fat is rendered away, resulting in steak with a concentrated, rich beef flavor.

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This restaurant offers beef tongue steak, as well as other cuts such as top sirloin, strip loin, and filet. You can also savor the rare Chateaubriand.

The course menu features Kobe beef prepared in a variety of ways beyond just steak, ensuring a dining experience that never feels repetitive.

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Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya Honten boasts a proud history of nearly 140 years specializing in Kobe beef. Located within a multi-story building, the restaurant offers spacious seating across the first, second, and third floors.

Drawing on decades of expertise, Mouriya carefully selects only the finest cuts of beef, allowing guests to savor truly exceptional steak.

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The "Kobe Beef Spencer Roll Steak" is a signature dish that lets you enjoy a generous portion of premium, specially selected beef at a surprisingly reasonable price. You can, of course, choose your preferred doneness.

Thanks to the exceptional quality of the meat, it is delicious even without sauce—simply seasoned with salt or wasabi.

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Before your steak is cooked, you can view the meat selection. As Kobe Steak Restaurant Mouriya purchases whole A5-grade Kobe beef, you can expect only the freshest and highest quality cuts.

An impressive selection of wines is also available, carefully chosen to complement the meat. With a sommelier on staff, you can enjoy the perfect pairing even if you are not a wine expert.

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If you're looking for a hearty and affordable steak experience in Kobe's Sannomiya area, Red Rock is highly recommended.

This casual meat-focused bar is best known for its roast beef and other beef dishes. It's so popular that lines often form during lunchtime. The ticket system makes it easy for anyone to stop in and enjoy a meal.

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The "Steak Rice Bowl" features a generous serving of perfectly seared rare beef, artfully arranged to cover a bed of rice. Despite its luxurious appearance, it is offered at a price so reasonable you could enjoy it every day.

The steak sauce is a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, complemented by a kick of black pepper for an irresistible finish.

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The signature Roast Beef Rice Bowl is truly impressive, with generous slices of roast beef piled high for a visually stunning presentation that's perfect for social media.

The house-made sauce is rich and flavorful, making it hard to stop eating. The addition of a soft-cooked egg adds the perfect finishing touch.

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Just a one-minute walk from Sannomiya Station, Steak Land is a steakhouse located on the first and second floors of a building. The restaurant features a long counter, allowing every guest to enjoy the lively atmosphere up close.

Here, you can experience the chef’s impressive skills, the enticing aroma, and the sizzling sound of steak—all appealing to the senses for a truly immersive dining experience.

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The lunch menu is highly recommended. It is especially popular because you can enjoy authentic Kobe beef at a more reasonable price than at dinner.

You can choose your preferred doneness, and your steak is served hot and fresh straight from the grill.

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The lunch here is served in a Japanese style, designed to be enjoyed with chopsticks—a feature that appeals to local tastes.

Each meal comes with rice, miso soup, and pickles. Both rice and miso soup are available with free refills, making it a great choice for those with a hearty appetite.

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Propeller is a steakhouse located just a 5-minute walk from Sannomiya Station. The interior features antique decor and stylish touches, with paintings adorning the walls, creating a sophisticated atmosphere.

As this restaurant is always in high demand, making a reservation is highly recommended.

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If you're craving a hearty steak, we recommend the "Propeller Lunch" or the "Wagyu Steak Lunch."

The Propeller Lunch, in particular, is a one-plate meal that is as visually appealing as it is satisfying. It includes steak along with items like croquettes and pies, making for a generous and filling meal.

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The steak and Hamburg steak sauces are rich with savory meat juices and pair perfectly with the bread.

The bread is served piping hot, with unlimited refills available, allowing you to enjoy every last drop of the steak sauce.

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Kitano BURN is a stylish teppan-yaki restaurant, perfect for a date. Designed by a professional, the interior offers a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere for your dining experience.

In addition to counter seating, semi-private rooms are also available.

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The "Steak of the Day" features carefully selected recommendations such as Sirloin Cap from Sanuki beef and Top Sirloin from Tajima beef, allowing you to savor the best cuts available.

Each steak is perfectly marbled, exceptionally tender, and expertly cooked—flawless in every way.

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Be sure to try the restaurant’s signature "Cheese-yaki" along with your steak.

This unique take on okonomiyaki features your choice of four types of cheese, each perfectly paired with wine. Enjoy a flavor experience that you can only find at Kitano BURN.

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For steak in Motomachi, Kobe, Miyasu is a top choice. Look for its strikingly simple white exterior.

Inside, you'll find a sophisticated, retro-inspired interior. For smaller groups, the lively counter seating is highly recommended.

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The photo shows the "Special Strip Loin Steak," known for its long, slender shape.

Expertly seared to a beautiful color on the outside, the steak is perfectly rare on the inside. Enjoy it as is to fully appreciate the rich flavor of the beef.

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In addition to their signature steaks, the curry here is highly recommended. Prepared with generous portions of premium beef, this curry is said to win over even those who don't usually order curry.

Many guests choose to enjoy it alongside their steak.

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Ito Grill is a long-established Western-style restaurant, founded in 1923. Here, you can savor Kobe beef grilled over charcoal.

The interior features wooden furnishings, stylish artwork, and elegant curtains, creating a classic Western dining atmosphere.

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The Kobe beef steak is charcoal-grilled, allowing excess fat to drip away and resulting in a deep, rich flavor. It's said to pair perfectly with red wine, bread, or a simple sprinkle of salt.

After savoring the steak on its own, try it with their house-made sauce for an even more delicious experience.

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The restaurant is also renowned for its stews. Dishes such as "Beef Stew" and "Tongue Stew" are slow-cooked until the meat is exceptionally tender, offering a truly exquisite flavor. These stews are crafted for a refined, adult palate.

Served with a knife and fork, each dish is substantial and satisfying.

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Shuzo is a casual Teppan-yaki restaurant located just a 5-minute walk from Motomachi Station in Kobe. The menu features a wide variety of creative dishes. Its chic and charming interior is especially popular.

At the counter seats, guests can enjoy watching the chef's impressive knife skills up close.

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The "Shuzo Course" features a Kagoshima strip loin steak as its main dish, accompanied by a variety of creative dishes.

The steak is expertly cooked and served with salted kombu kelp, which helps balance the richness of the meat.

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You can also enjoy duck breast as part of the course menu, served with a fruit-based sauce. Each course features smaller portions per dish, allowing you to sample a greater variety of items for a truly satisfying experience.

This is an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy steak along with a range of other dishes.

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Daiei is a welcoming Teppan-yaki restaurant that captures the nostalgic charm of Kobe's traditional neighborhoods. Known for its homey atmosphere, the restaurant is a favorite among celebrities, with many photos displayed inside.

Guests can enjoy the lively, bustling ambiance and warm, attentive service that make every visit a pleasure.

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The popular Kobe beef is renowned for its juicy flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with every bite.

A variety of à la carte dishes are also available, making it even more enjoyable and cost-effective to share with a group.

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If you order steak, be sure to try the garlic rice—it's a must-have. This special garlic rice is only available when you order steak and cannot be ordered separately.

Some guests visit Daiei just for a taste of this renowned garlic rice.

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If you're looking for a lively and entertaining dining experience, Steak House Zen is highly recommended. Guests rave about the chef's engaging conversation and skillful, dynamic performances at the grill, making each visit unforgettable.

It's also an excellent choice for celebrating special occasions and creating lasting memories.

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The performance here goes beyond simply flambéing steak—it features skillful maneuvers with the spatula and rhythmic sounds that add excitement to the experience.

With these playful and captivating performances, both children and adults are sure to be thoroughly entertained.

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The steak is tender and truly lets you savor the natural flavor of the meat, especially when enjoyed with just salt or wasabi. It is also served with a generous portion of grilled vegetables.

The garlic rice, which pairs perfectly with the steak, is also highly recommended.

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Yakiniku & Grill Kisaka is a discreetly located restaurant nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood. Highly praised by Kobe locals as the go-to place for steak in the city, this restaurant operates by reservation only.

With exceptionally friendly service, even first-time guests are made to feel like regulars, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable dining experience.

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The steaks here are made with carefully selected cuts of meat, personally chosen by the manager, ensuring delicious flavor in every bite. Many first-time visitors are pleasantly surprised by the outstanding quality that exceeds expectations.

While sauces and ponzu are available, the restaurant especially recommends enjoying your steak simply with salt.

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In addition to steak, the Hamburg steak and chicken cutlet are also highly popular. The "Combo Lunch," which features both dishes together, is a favorite among guests.

The Wagyu Hamburg steak is especially notable for its juicy flavor. When paired with the house-made demi-glace sauce, it is said to be truly exceptional.

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Teppanyaki Kokoro is located on the second floor of Hotel La Suite Kobe Harborland.

Every seat at the counter offers a beautiful harbor view, making for a memorable dining experience. In the evening, guests can enjoy their meal while taking in the stunning night scenery.

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The steak is known for its impressive tableside grilling performance, which has become a highlight for many guests. The staff thoughtfully let customers know the best moments to capture photos, adding to the overall experience.

Each steak is cooked to perfection, allowing you to enjoy the meat at its most delicious.

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One of the appetizers in the course menu is "Tajima Beef Shigureni." With a strong focus on quality meat, every dish—not just the steak—is exceptional.

The course also features delicacies such as steamed abalone and yuba (tofu skin), allowing guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors beyond just beef.