Best Restaurants in Otsu City

Restaurants in Otsu City

1Washoku Shimizu

Nishiki Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Sushi, Tempura

3.38

70

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

2Dotepan Ishiyama Ekimae Ten

Ishiyama Sta. / Monjyayaki, Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.19

34

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3Oumi Gyuu Steak to Gabunomi Wine Nikubaru Modan Miiru Ohtsu Ten

Biwako Hamaotsu Sta. / Italian, Steak, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

A great value meat bar featuring Omi beef! Enjoy drinks starting at JPY 299 (JPY 329) with membership registration. Perfect for parties!

3.48

368

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

4Omi Gyuu Sakaba Atsuo

Seta Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe

Just 2 minutes from Setta Station! Enjoy delicious luxury in your daily life at this yakiniku restaurant featuring exquisite Omi beef.

3.27

21

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

5Butcher Bar Juhachi

Otsu Sta. / Niku baru (Meat bar), Italian, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Just a 1-minute walk from Otsu Station! A must-visit for meat lovers! Enjoy juicy grilled steaks and carefully selected wines at Otsu no Juuhachi.

3.26

56

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6Ten Gushi Ishiyama Ekimae Ten

Keihan Ishiyama Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura, Oden

Just a 15-second walk from Ishiyama Station. All seats are private rooms. The restaurant has a designated smoking area. All-you-can-drink courses start from JPY 3,500.

2

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

7What's The Life Style

Ogotoonsen Sta. / Cafe, Pasta, Sweets

Reopened on July 10, 2016! A café restaurant surrounded by the nature of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture!

3.42

172

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

8Kuimono Ya Wan Ishiyama Ekimae Ten

Ishiyama Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Just a 1-minute walk from Ishiyama Station, enjoy seasonal ingredients and a variety of creative dishes at our private dining izakaya. Perfect for gatherings with private rooms accommodating up to 60 guests!

3.02

18

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

9Irori Amisada

Karahashi Mae Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Regional Cuisine

Enjoy Japanese cuisine featuring Ayu from Lake Biwa and local ingredients, paired with a wide selection of regional sake. The naturally beautiful space is perfect for various gatherings!

3.19

11

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

10Omi Beef Specialty Restaurant River West

Ishiyama Sta. / Beef dishes, Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Steak

★Directly Operated by a Butcher Shop★ Unbeatable prices for Omi Beef and Wagyu Steak! Just a 1-minute walk from JR Ishiyama Station! Wagyu Steak starting at JPY 990, appetizers from JPY 320, and draft beer from JPY 380—great value!

3.27

46

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

11Niku to Wine Jinen

Otsu Sta. / Steak, Wine bar, Dining bar

Just a 3-minute walk from Otsu Station. Enjoy the fragrant charcoal-grilled Omi beef and aged meat at Sakaeya. Experience steak paired with 300 varieties of wine!

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

12Sushi Ogawa

Otsu Sta. / Sushi, Seafood

[4-minute walk from Otsu Station] Seasonal sushi crafted with red vinegar at a hidden sushi spot in Otsu, Shiga with 8 seats.

3.19

24

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

13Gyoza no Senmonten Gyoza Chop

Ishiyama Sta. / Dumpling, Baru (Spanish style bar), Beer bar

3.08

6

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • - JPY 999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Nico

Otsu Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Baru (Spanish style bar)

3.08

12

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

15Hayashi Ya

Otsu Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Italian

3.35

76

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability

16fantasista

Horai Sta. / Pizza

Enjoy a meal in a lush green forest! A cozy log house pizza specialty restaurant where you can relax.

3.24

25

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Friday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

17Yakiniku Shinra

Katata Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

[5-minute walk from Katata Station] A beloved yakiniku restaurant in Katata, serving for 30 years! Perfect for celebrations with fully private rooms.

3.30

88

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

18KenBlo

Minami Kusatsu Sta. / Steak, Teppanyaki, Seafood

Quality-focused Wagyu served with freshly harvested vegetables from contracted farms A gem of a meat kaiseki dining experience *Open on May 2nd (Tuesday)

3.03

6

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19RISTORANTE LAGO

Biwako Hamaotsu Sta. / Italian, Pasta, Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine)

Authentic Italian cuisine featuring local ingredients, including Omi Beef! A perfect place for special occasions like anniversaries.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

20Omi Gyu Senmon Ten Omi Kadoman

Biwako Hamaotsu Sta. / Steak, Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

Omi Beef from a 120-Year-Old Established Restaurant

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability