Best Restaurants (Shochu) in Shiga

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Gold winner

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

1Uran

Miidera Sta. / Unagi (Eel)
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • WednesdayDue to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Non smoking
Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

2Omi 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

3Omi Gyuu Hitosuji Nouka Restaurant Daikichi

Katata Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Steak, Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot)

Omi Beef Farm Direct Store

3.44

166

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Japanese cuisine WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Hira Sanso

Japanese Cuisine, Auberge

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
Selected for Tabelog Steak・Teppanyaki WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

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

5Tokusen Omi Gyu Restaurant Tiffany

Omihachiman Sta. / Steak, Japanese Cuisine, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot)

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

6Oumi 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

362

  • 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

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Silver winner

7Tokuyama Zushi

Yogo Sta. / Regional Cuisine, Auberge

  • JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -Due to the nature of the site, the accuracy of restaurant information cannot be guaranteed.
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking

8Omi 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!

3.28

45

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

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

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

9Teppanyaki Oomi

Shimanoseki Sta. / Teppanyaki, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Steak

Enjoy Omi Beef at the lively counter seats. Perfect for special occasions like anniversaries!

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

10Yakiniku Nikudoushi Nagahama Ten

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

3.05

16

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability

11Ten 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.

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  • 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

12Marutake Oumi Nishikawa

Omihachiman Sta. / Beef dishes, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot)

3.48

310

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2025 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Sushi WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

13Kyogoku Zushi

Nagahama Sta. / Sushi

Established for over 60 years, this long-standing sushi restaurant has been serving in Nagahama Otemon for three generations. It challenges the traditions and innovations of sushi in a land without the sea.

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

14Setsu Getsu Ka Hikone

Minami Hikone Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Beef dishes

Now accepting reservations for welcome and farewell parties! Featured on the show "Pittanko Kankan" aired two years ago! Enjoy Omi Beef Yakiniku, Shabu-Shabu, and Sukiyaki in a serene Japanese garden setting.

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

15Sushi 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

22

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

16Niku Sakaba Modern Meal Kusatsu Ten

Kusatsu Sta. / Dining bar, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Bar

3.42

167

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

17Oboro

Kusatsu Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18Uotami Oumi Hachiman Kitaguchi Ekimae Ten

Omihachiman Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Seafood, Creative

A Relaxing Atmosphere with a Touch of Japanese Elegance

3.01

5

  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

19Omi Gyu Yakiniku Take

Yokaichi Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Korean

Celebrating 53 years of popularity! Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled "Omi Beef" in a relaxed atmosphere. Parking available.

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

20Omiya

Hikone Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Regional Cuisine

Using fresh local ingredients from Omi (Shiga Prefecture), we focus on cooking methods and seasonings that highlight the quality of the ingredients. Perfect for solo diners or large gatherings! Enjoy a full experience of "Omi" with our wide selection of local sake and dishes.

3.43

224

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available