Update-date: Jan 29 2025
Miyagi Prefecture is known as a treasure trove of ingredients. If one is visiting, why not indulge in the local flavors? This introduces restaurants where one can enjoy dishes made with ingredients from Miyagi, including fresh seafood from Sanriku and Sendai beef, as well as must-try local specialties. Focusing on the area around Sendai Station and Kokubuncho, which is lined with many popular dining establishments, five recommended restaurants have been selected.
Kutsurogi Umashu Kakoiya Sendai Ekimae Restaurant
Enjoy robatayaki and fresh seafood! Savor the flavors of Miyagi and Sendai.
Located on the 6th floor of a building just a 3-minute walk from JR Sendai Station, Kakuoya Sendai Ekimae is a restaurant specializing in grilled dishes and fine sake. It is an izakaya where guests can fully enjoy dishes made with fresh ingredients sourced from Miyagi and Sendai, including robatayaki and daily catch seafood. The menu features local specialties such as 'thick-cut grilled beef tongue', 'triangular deep-fried tofu', 'sea pineapple', and 'sasa-kamaboko'. Guests can also experience hand-grilling 'sasa-kamaboko' on a charcoal grill.
The space, adorned with modern decor amidst a traditional Japanese atmosphere, offers a relaxing ambiance. Inside the restaurant, there are a total of 20 private rooms, including those with irori (sunken hearth) and horigotatsu (sunken kotatsu). The counter seats allow guests to enjoy the lively experience of robatayaki up close, while the window seats, which offer a view of the night scenery, are also popular. Additionally, the selection of local sake from Miyagi Prefecture and the Tohoku region is abundant, and guests may even encounter rare limited editions. It is truly a place where one can fully savor the charm of Miyagi and Sendai.
Kutsurogi Umasake Kakoiya Sendai Ekimae Branch
Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from Sendai Station on the Subway Namboku Line, 3 minutes walk from JR Sendai Station, 2 minutes walk from PARCO2, towards Entatsu Parking
Address: 6F, Hoosiers Sendai Ekimae Bldg., 3-6-10, Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from Sendai Station on the Subway Namboku Line, 3 minutes walk from JR Sendai Station, 2 minutes walk from PARCO2, towards Entatsu Parking
Address: 6F, Hoosiers Sendai Ekimae Bldg., 3-6-10, Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
Sendai Bar MUSUBI
Creative dishes that make use of ingredients from Sendai, expressed freely.
Located just a 5-minute walk from JR Sendai Station, Sendai Bar MUSUBI on the 13th floor of the hotel offers original creative dishes that make use of local ingredients from Sendai. They use sake from Miyagi for their sake-steamed dishes and creatively arrange the local specialty "zunda" into parfaits, expressing the unique flavors of the region with rich ideas. Fresh fish sourced daily from the Sendai Morning Market and the new brand of wagyu beef from Miyagi Prefecture, "Hidakami Beef," are also not to be missed. Sendai Bar MUSUBI on the 13th floor of the hotel offers original creative dishes that make use of local ingredients from Sendai. They use sake from Miyagi for their sake-steamed dishes and creatively arrange the local specialty "zunda" into parfaits, expressing the unique flavors of the region with rich ideas. Fresh fish sourced daily from the Sendai Morning Market and the new brand of wagyu beef from Miyagi Prefecture, "Hidakami Beef," are also not to be missed.
Located on the top floor of the hotel, it offers a superb location with a panoramic view of Sendai city. The interior features floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a high ceiling, creating an open and spacious atmosphere. As it is a restaurant within the hotel, the staff's hospitality is also well-regarded. During lunch hours, a half buffet is available, and during dinner, it is recommended to enjoy not only the cuisine but also the bar for a drink. Guests can spend a quality time without feeling any pressure.
Sendai Bar MUSUBI
Open: [Monday - Saturday, National Holiday, Day before National Holiday] Breakfast 6:30 am - 10:00 am (L.O. 9:30 am) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday, Irregular Holiday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Sendai Station, 1-minute walk from West Exit 1 or South Exit 1 of the Subway Sendai Station
Address: 13F, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai Nishiguchi, 3-7-25, Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
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Closed: Sunday, Irregular Holiday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Sendai Station, 1-minute walk from West Exit 1 or South Exit 1 of the Subway Sendai Station
Address: 13F, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai Nishiguchi, 3-7-25, Chuo, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
Chef Eto, San-chome Branch
Enjoy exquisite cuisine showcasing the chef's skills in a sophisticated space with a Japanese aesthetic.
Located an 8-minute walk from the subway station Kotodai-Koen, the restaurant Eto Sancho is known for its dishes that highlight the appeal of seasonal ingredients from the local Sendai and Tohoku regions. Each plate, such as the carefully cooked 'Eto's Tsunge-yaki' made with domestic black-haired wagyu beef tongue and the 'Fresh Sea Urchin Pasta (Salt)' that enhances the flavor of sea urchin, is a masterpiece that invites diners to savor it slowly.
Upon opening the entrance door, guests are greeted by a sleek counter made of white wood. They can enjoy conversations with the chefs and savor the cooking scenery while dining. The sophisticated Japanese-style interior also features comfortable semi-private tatami table seating. Additionally, there is a rich selection of Miyagi's local sake, carefully chosen by a sake sommelier, as well as wines and shochu that pair well with the dishes. Guests can indulge in the culinary delights and fine sake of Miyagi.
ETO Sanchome Branch
Open: [Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) [Monday - Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk or 3-minute drive from Kotodai-koen Station. 13-minute walk or 6-minute drive from Hirose-dori Station. Located on the 1st floor of the building next to the Lawson Sendai Jozenji branch
Address: 1F, Luna Kokubuncho Bldg., 3-3-29, Kokubun-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk or 3-minute drive from Kotodai-koen Station. 13-minute walk or 6-minute drive from Hirose-dori Station. Located on the 1st floor of the building next to the Lawson Sendai Jozenji branch
Address: 1F, Luna Kokubuncho Bldg., 3-3-29, Kokubun-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
Kokubuncho Kurotaka
A high-quality Japanese restaurant where one can encounter exquisite flavors, including natural fugu from the waters off Miyagi.
Located just a 3-minute walk from Koutoudai Park Station on the subway, Kokubuncho Kurotaka offers exquisite dishes that combine the techniques of Japanese and Western cuisine, using carefully selected fresh seafood from nearby waters. It is noteworthy that natural fugu from the Miyagi coast can be enjoyed year-round. Additionally, the 'Assorted Fresh Fish Dish' featuring seasonal fish from Sanriku is also exceptional. Both fugu and seasonal fish can be enjoyed as part of a course.
In the heart of Sendai's bustling district, Kokubuncho, there stands a hidden gem. The interior is enveloped in a pleasant tranquility and calmness. The elegant Japanese decor, featuring a single slab hinoki counter and intricate kumiko wall designs, leaves a lasting impression. All seats are completely private, and in the counter private room, guests can exclusively enjoy the chef's exceptional skills and the live atmosphere, immersing themselves in a sense of satisfaction.
Kokubuncho Kurotaka
Open: [Tuesday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm *Reservations required (last entry at 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from South Exit 3 of Kotodai-Koen Station on the Municipal subway Namboku Line
Address: 1F, 2-10-21, Kokubun-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
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Closed: Monday, Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from South Exit 3 of Kotodai-Koen Station on the Municipal subway Namboku Line
Address: 1F, 2-10-21, Kokubun-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
Yakiniku Sansuien East Entrance Branch
Delicious and affordable! Enjoy grilled Sendai beef and Miyagi Prefecture beef.
At Sanmizu-en Higashiguchi, a yakiniku restaurant located a 7-minute walk from JR Sendai Station, visitors can enjoy grilled meat made from Sendai beef and Miyagi Prefecture beef. The 'Sendai Beef 5-Second Grilled Roast,' which is quickly seared and can be eaten raw, and the 'Diamond Harami,' which has been cut for easier eating, are particularly popular menu items. The restaurant also offers thick and satisfying cuts of Sendai beef, such as 'Special Sirloin' and 'Premium Roast,' all of which provide excellent cost performance.
The restaurant features a clean interior with a chic color scheme. It is equipped with table seating and a private room with a sunken kotatsu that can accommodate up to 15 people, making it a lively place for groups and families to enjoy yakiniku. The menu offers a rich selection of about 20 types of hormone dishes. When one wants to savor delicious local meat at a reasonable price, this is the place to go. As it is a popular restaurant, be sure to make a reservation on weekends.
Yakiniku Sansuien East Entrance
Open: [Tuesday - Sunday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am [Friday, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: Head east out of Sendai Station's east exit. Turn right at the Starbuck's and go straight for about 200 meters. Turn right at the Lawson and you should be able to see it.
Address: Sani Bldg. 1F , 1-7-15 Tsutsuji Gaoka , Miyagino-ku,Sendai-shi, Miyagi
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: Head east out of Sendai Station's east exit. Turn right at the Starbuck's and go straight for about 200 meters. Turn right at the Lawson and you should be able to see it.
Address: Sani Bldg. 1F , 1-7-15 Tsutsuji Gaoka , Miyagino-ku,Sendai-shi, Miyagi
This article was written by AI Translation.
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