5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit While Touring Okinawa-Naha Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Reservation Guide-

Update-date: Apr 07 2025

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Categories: Okinawa French Naha Steak/Hambuger steak/Curry

5 Recommended Restaurants to Visit While Touring Okinawa-Naha

Naha City, the heart of Okinawa Prefecture, is a city with many attractive tourist spots. Not only for sightseeing, but we also want visitors to enjoy memorable gourmet experiences. Therefore, we have selected restaurants in Naha City that offer unpretentious, authentic flavors. These five restaurants continue to captivate everyone from locals to tourists.

See full listings of Steak/Hambuger steak/Curry and French restaurants found in and around Okinawa and Naha.

Takiniku Ryochan

Takiniku Ryochan offers a fresh take on dining in Okinawa, combining the best of Yakiniku and hotpot in a single, flavorful experience. The signature Takihoru, featuring spicy miso paired with horumon and vegetables, delivers a rich, satisfying taste for those who enjoy bold flavors. Every dish is cooked thoroughly in a custom-made hotpot, bringing out the deep, savory notes of the meat. A la carte options are also plentiful, especially enjoyable with sake or awamori.

The restaurant's Japanese modern interior creates a calm and inviting atmosphere. With both private rooms and table seating, it’s an ideal spot for a quiet date or a relaxed family meal. The setting enhances the culinary experience, making it a memorable stop during any Okinawa visit.

Takiniku Ryochan

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) *Hotpot dishes can be ordered for 2 people or more.
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Miebashi Station on Yui Rail
Address: 1F, 1-13-22, Maejima, Naha-shi, Okinawa Map
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EL Patio

A stylish and quiet bar renowned for its pizzas baked in a stone oven

Located just a 7-minute walk from Asahibashi Station, EL Patio is a hidden gem situated along Harbor View Street. The restaurant prides itself on its authentic pizzas, hand-kneaded from scratch and baked in an in-house stone oven. In addition to the highly popular "Margherita," guests can enjoy a variety of pizzas, each thoughtfully topped with carefully selected ingredients. Beyond pizzas, the restaurant also offers a rich selection of appetizers, including "Assorted Tapas" and "Assorted Cured Ham and Salami."

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The restaurant is bright and open, with plenty of light streaming in from large windows. The stylish space, adorned with bricks and tiles, has the ambiance of a trattoria tucked away in an alley. The perfect accompaniments to handmade appetizers and pizza are wines. With about 14 types of bottles and approximately 8 types of glasses available, there is a rich selection of natural wines. This quiet bar, a haven from the hustle and bustle of the city, is highly recommended for those who want to spend some time alone or couples who cherish their moments together.

EL Patio

Open: [Monday, Wednesday-Friday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O.11:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday] Dinner 3:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 7-minute walk from Asahibashi Station on Okinawa Urban Monorail
Address: 1F, 2-4-2, Izumizaki, Naha-shi, Okinawa
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STEAK HIKARU

Enjoy Australian WAGYU steak with your preferred seasoning

Steak Hikaru, located an 8-minute walk from Miebashi Station, is a restaurant where you can enjoy steaks made from select Australian WAGYU beef, which has been grain-fed for over 400 days. 'WAGYU' refers to foreign-produced beef that carries the genetics of Japanese Wagyu. At this restaurant, the beef is not frozen but sourced in a completely chilled state, allowing diners to experience the true, exquisite flavor of WAGYU.

The interior of the restaurant is adorned with wood grains on the walls and tables, creating a warm ambiance. In addition to table seating, counter seats are also available, making it a welcoming space for women to visit alone. Another charm of this restaurant is the ability to customize the seasoning of the steak to one's liking. Guests can enjoy their steak with a personalized flavor by adding soy sauce or rock salt to the original 'Hikaru Sauce' and 'Onion Base'.

STEAK HIKARU

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Regular time 11:00 am - 6:00 am (L.O. 5:30 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from the Matsuyama Intersection/ 389 meters away from Miebashi Station
Address: 1F, Marumitsu Bldg., 2-8-7, Matsuyama, Naha-shi, Okinawa
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Echizen

A variety of creatively crafted crab dishes served in a sophisticated and high-quality space

Located just a 6-minute walk from Omoromachi Station, Echizen is a rare crab specialty restaurant in Okinawa. They use fresh crabs purchased from Hokkaido and provide masterpieces of culinary art with calculated cooking and seasoning. Guests can directly experience the exceptional freshness and flavor of crab with dishes like the "Special Selected Crab Sashimi" and the delicately flavored "Special Selected Crab Shabu-shabu." Of course, these classic menu items are complemented by other dishes that reveal new charms of crab.

In a corner of Omoromachi, where many restaurants line up, one can see a restaurant with an elegant appearance. From the moment one steps onto the premises, they are enveloped in an extraordinary atmosphere, heightening their anticipation for a gourmet experience. The restaurant features a sophisticated Japanese-modern space with semi-private tables where guests can relax comfortably, and counter seats that allow for an intimate dining experience. Please add this exquisite moment of enjoying supreme crab dishes to your memories of a trip to Okinawa.

Echizen

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: After getting off at Omoromachi Station on the Yui Rail Line, 6 minutes walk
Address: 1F, Omoro City Court GINOZA, 4-11-1, Omoromachi, Naha-shi, Okinawa
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Le Bistro Montmartre

Enjoy French cuisine made with Okinawan ingredients accompanied by natural wines

Just a minute's walk from Omoromachi Station, Bistro Montmartre is a delightful spot with easy access. Guests can enjoy authentic French cuisine and natural wines in an atmosphere that captures the refined essence of France. The restaurant primarily uses local ingredients such as pork and fish from Okinawa Prefecture, and completely pesticide-free vegetables, creating beautifully seasonal dishes. The wine selection focuses on natural varieties, including exceptional wines cultivated by Domaine Goubier in Southern France.

Inspired by a Parisian bistro, the restaurant's concept is a stylish yet relaxing space. In addition to well-balanced table seating throughout the floor, there is also a private room named 'Chagall'. This room allows guests to enjoy their meal quietly and elegantly, surrounded by paintings and chandeliers. There is also a course where the sommelier suggests a wine that pairs well with each dish, chosen from a selection of 150 types and 1500 bottles of wine, allowing for an even more special experience.

Le Bistro Montmartre

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, Holidays, Days Before Holidays] Lunch 11:30 - 14:00, [Holidays] Lunch 11:30 - 14:30 [Tuesday - Sunday, Holidays, Days Before Holidays] Dinner 18:00 - 00:00
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 1 minute from Omoromachi Station on Yui Rail Line
Address: 1F HeritageK , 1-1-3 Makabi, Naha , Okinawa
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