Within walking distance from Sannomiya Station: These restaurants are worth a visit while you're in Kobe! Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Nov 25 2024

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Within walking distance from Sannomiya Station: These restaurants are worth a visit while you're in Kobe!

Surrounded by the sea and mountains, Kobe is a popular area known for its trendy tourist spots and its exotic, stylish ambiance. Scattered throughout Kobe are unique restaurants where one can enjoy a variety of cuisines. Whether in the mood for Yakiniku, French, Italian, Japanese, or Chinese, one can freely choose based on their cravings and hunger level on any given day. One is sure to find flavors that will satisfy.

See full listings of Chinese, French, Italian, and Yakiniku restaurants found in and around Kobe and Hyogo.

Yakiniku Meat Ushio

Enjoy premium 'yakiniku' casually in a stylish space

Located just a 4-minute walk from JR and Hanshin Sannomiya Station, Yakiniku Meat Ushio is a restaurant where one can enjoy casual yakiniku dining. The restaurant is marked by its large, white noren, creating a distinctive impression. The menu features finely textured meat that enhances the flavor, including the carefully selected high-quality 'Shikata beef'. The "Special Beef Platter", which offers three luxurious types of beef including upper rib meat, as well as the "Three Types of Meat Sushi" and the "Ultimate Seared Toro Yukke" are must-try specialties.

Within walking distance from Sannomiya Station. A restaurant one would want to visit when in Kobe.

The restaurant's interior, characterized by its industrial design, looks unexpectedly stylish for a barbecue place. Stylish furniture and lighting create a casual yet high-quality atmosphere. With both counter and table seating available, guests can enjoy their visit in a setting that suits their group size and style. The restaurant also operates during lunch hours on weekends, making it a delightful spot to enjoy quality barbecue more casually.

Yakiniku Meat Ushio

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from JR Sannomiya Station/Hanshin Kobe-Sannomiya Station
Address: 1F West, Irie Bldg., 4-6-15, Ninomiya-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo
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EL CIELO (Kitanozaka Branch)

While feeling the breeze of Kobe, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and carefully selected wines

Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and carefully selected wines while feeling the breeze of Kobe

A 10-minute walk from JR and Hankyu Sannomiya Station, the Kitanozaka branch of EL CIELO is nestled slightly off the main path of Kitanozaka. Here, diners can savor dishes crafted with a unique flair by sibling chefs who honed their skills in Italy. The menu features pasta, pizza, and a la carte options, along with an extensive course that allows guests to fully enjoy the meticulous cuisine. There is also a lunch course available, offering an opportunity to casually enjoy authentic Italian cuisine.

Within walking distance from Sannomiya Station. A delicious restaurant you'll want to visit when in Kobe.

The restaurant's interior, inspired by the refreshing sea and the warmth of wood, is filled with a sense of openness and cleanliness. During the day, it is enveloped in bright sunlight, and at night, it exudes a soft and moody atmosphere, creating a relaxing space. There is also a terrace seating available, making it stylish to enjoy a meal while feeling the air of Kobe. The sommelier selects wines that complement the dishes and the guests' preferences, offering an indulgent experience.

EL CIELO Kitanozaka Branch

Open: [Wednesday-Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm), [Tuesday-Saturday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm), [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from the East Exit of Hankyu Sannomiya Station
Address: 1F, Side Valley Kitanozaka, 4-7-19, Kano-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo
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Ryoan Aritomi

Experience Japanese cuisine and soft-shelled turtle dishes made with an abundance of seasonal ingredients

Ryoan Aritomi is located a 10-minute walk from JR Sannomiya Station, on the 2nd floor of a building just north of Ikuta Shrine. This restaurant specializes in softshell turtle dishes served in courses. Regardless of the season, one can enjoy turtle hotpot all year round, along with a variety of vibrant Japanese dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients. The signature dish, "Turtle Hotpot (Whole Pot)," features a soup rich in the delicious essence of turtle, offering a clear and refined taste. Be sure to experience this exquisite flavor.

Within walking distance from Sannomiya Station. A restaurant worth visiting when in Kobe for delicious meals.

The cozy interior of the restaurant, with just 16 seats, allows for enjoyable conversations with the chef at a comfortable distance. Guests can relax in a clean space that evokes a Japanese ambiance. The restaurant offers a wide selection of sake and wines. The chef carefully selects combinations of softshell turtle and Japanese ingredients. A special course is also available for lunch, making it a great option for a luxurious midday meal.

Ryoan Aritomi

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Friday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:00) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: From JR Sannomiya Station, follow along Hunter Hill. Located in Hunter Hill Village Gate Building, 2F.
Address: 2F Hunter Zaka Village Gate, 2-10-22 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
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Recette

A Kobe French restaurant suitable for an adult journey, offering a comfortable atmosphere of calm and luxury

Located just a 10-minute walk from JR and Hanshin Sannomiya Station, near the Ijinkan-dori, Recette is a pioneer of Kobe French cuisine, beloved for its French dishes that also cater to the Japanese palate. The taste, of course, is exceptional, and each dish, meticulously crafted with attention to ingredients and presentation, brings a delightful sensation of happiness. The use of authentic ingredients like game, and the careful preparation of foundational French soups, reflect the chef's dedication in every detail.

The restaurant's interior, brimming with vintage charm, resembles the ambiance of a luxurious train. It offers a tranquil atmosphere suited for an adult journey, where one can quietly engage with the culinary experience. The moment one sits at a table adorned with pure white linens, beautifully shining cutlery, and high-quality glasses and plates, the anticipation begins to rise. For those seeking an even more elegant and special time, the semi-private rooms that offer a hint of a terrace feel are highly recommended.

Recette

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] 6:00 pm - (L.O. 9:00 pm) / Lunch 11:30 am - (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: Go to the north from Kitanozaka, turn west on the street 1 block before Ijinkan Dori Street, then immediately on the left
Address: 2-2-13, Yamamoto-dori, Chuo, Kobe, Hyogo
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ShiJiaCai

Exquisite Cantonese cuisine made with an abundance of carefully selected ingredients, including fresh fish from the Seto Inland Sea

Located about a 10-minute walk from Hankyu Sannomiya Station, ShiJiaCai is a Chinese restaurant where a skilled chef from Guangdong, China, who traveled through Hong Kong to Kobe, creates luxurious Cantonese cuisine using seasonal ingredients in abundance. Guests can enjoy dishes such as "Awaji-produced Akou fish steamed whole," "Singapore-style chili stir-fried live crab," and "Supreme shark fin simmered with special golden sauce topped with caviar," each promising an exceptional taste experience.

Located on the 4th floor of a building, this restaurant has the charm of a hidden gem. The interior is filled with a luxurious yet casual and homey atmosphere. It also features counter seats, making it easy for individuals to enjoy a lavish moment at their own pace. A renowned spot where one can relax and savor Chinese cuisine made with fresh seafood. The reasonably priced lunch course, which includes dim sum and Chinese porridge, is also recommended.

ShiJiaCai

Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, holidays, days before holidays] Lunch: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (last order 2:30 pm) / Dinner: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (last order 9:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesdays
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Located 10 minutes by foot from Sannomiya Station on the Hankyu Kobe Main Line / Sannomiya Station on the Seishin-Yamate Line of the Kobe Municipal Subway.
Address: No.2 Shinno Bldg. 401, 2-10-21 Naka yamate dori , Chuo-ku,Kobe-shi , Hyogo
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