Best Restaurants in Niigata

1Sushi Arai

Niigata Sta. 674m / Sushi

3.64

Very good

97

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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2Goro Furumachi ten

Hakusan Sta. 1931m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Regional Cuisine

A traditional izakaya in Niigata where you can savor seasonal flavors ◆ A relaxing space featuring local produce and sake.

3.61

Very good

390

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Menu with photos

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3Niigata Jiba Mon Koshi Tantan Niigata ekimae ten

Niigata Sta. 186m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

**Now Taking Reservations for Year-End Parties** We offer a full range of meticulously prepared banquet dishes featuring seasonal ingredients. Make your year-end party unforgettable at "Kotan Tan"!

3.37

142

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

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4Yakitori no Oogiya Niigata daigaku ekimae ten

Niigata University Sta. 242m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers)

Authentic Yakitori Grilled with Binchotan Charcoal! Enjoy our special "tare" and "salt"!

3.03

15

JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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5Kaori Ya

Hakusan Sta. 155m / Fugu (Pufferfish), Sushi, Crab

We have fresh Torafugu available! Takeout is also an option. If you make a reservation, we can serve you without the wait!

3.30

33

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Sunday, Public Holiday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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6Tsubamesanjo Bit Niigata ten

Niigata Sta. 1426m / Italian, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Pasta

3.54

Very good

202

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Menu with photos
Digital menu available

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7Sushi Dining Yamazaki

Niigata Sta. 296m / Sushi

Fresh seafood and local sake served in a relaxed atmosphere, with a focus on Sado's offerings.

3.34

104

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Sunday, Public Holiday

Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed

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Selected for Tabelog yakitori EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Nerima Toricho Niigata

Niigata Sta. 343m / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.72

Very good

381

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Monday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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9Kaido En

Nagaoka Sta. 1416m / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

3.15

20

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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10Shinnosuke Nigata Ekimae Ten

Niigata Sta. 312m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Oden

[New Open on July 1, 2026!] Enjoy luxurious seafood and a variety of Niigata specialties and local sake! Just a 6-minute walk from Niigata Station.

3.07

16

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed
Menu with photos

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11ONUZIM

Hakusan Sta. 1988m / French

Enjoy modern French cuisine and carefully selected wines, all set in a sophisticated adult hideaway that celebrates the seasons of Niigata.

3.04

4

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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Monday, Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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12Niigata Niku to Seafood 50 Shu no Jizake Tsurumaru

Niigata Sta. 296m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Steak

Tsuru Maru Winter Course!

3.40

148

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- JPY 999
Sunday, Public Holiday

Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed
Wi-Fi available

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13Yasubee Honten

Niigata Sta. 206m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine, Kara-age (Deep-fried chicken)

Just a 2-minute walk from Niigata Station! Enjoy local Niigata cuisine and seasonal sake in a spacious setting. Private rooms available.

3.42

199

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- JPY 999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

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14Oishii Yasai to Kani Ryouri Niigata Shokuzai Koume

Niigata Sta. 378m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative, Japanese Cuisine

Just 5 minutes from Niigata Station! Enjoy a course meal featuring fresh crab, seasonal seafood, and local ingredients from Niigata. Private rooms available for banquets.

3.07

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