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Hidden gems: restaurants in Kanazawa
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Kanazawa. Ratings are based from 3625 places in Kanazawa
Kourin Sushi
79 Bakurocho 920-0903
"Highly recommend to take special time at this Kourin sushi. Good quality sushi and reasonable price. Friendly staffs are good support for foreigners customers"
Fuwari
2-6-57 Owaricho 920-0902
"Really tasty izakaya. The oysters were amazing as was lotus in tempura and pork and lotus sandwich. The snow crab did not impress me, but maybe it's just me. Service was helpful and attentive. All in..."
Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Cafe
1-13 Yasuecho 920-0854
"Wonderful cozy multilingual restaurant/cafe. The staff can speak English and Japanese, and are very helpful. I was a little worried if the prices in the reviews were accurate since its a very nice loc..."
Sushi Ippei
1-5-29 Katamachi 920-0981
"Very fresh sushi. They are really friendly too with tourist. Definitely come back if we are back to Kanazawa for a visit."
Oriental Brewing Higashiyama
3-2-22 Higashiyama 920-0831
"About a 10 minute walk from where we're staying. Home brew drinks are the best we have had so far in Japan. The fries where great and didnt need any sauce. The fried chicken with the lemon was perfect..."
Plat Home Kanazawa Kitchen
1-3-4 Hisokomachi 920-0901
"It's wonderful. Every dish is a flavor experience. The filefish was amazing. Soooo good. The Table Salad set new expectations for what a salad could be. A must- dine- at place. Reserve far in advance,..."
Aashirwad
1-4-59 Nagamachi 920-0865
"Popped in for lunch and the set menu was great value. Either 850 yen for a curry and bread or rice, or 1000 yen for two smaller curries, bread and rice. You can choose from four options at lunch time,..."
Taiga Noodles
6-3 Horikawamachi 920-0847
"Wonderful ramen in town. Very authentic and delicious. The shop also very spacious and the staff super good. The services also very fast. Must eat here in future."
IPPUDO Kanazawa Korinbo
1-2-3 Katamachi 920-0981
"Absolutely 5 stars to this Ippudo outlet. The female staff that attended to us could converse with us well in English. The fried rice was really tasty. Noodle portions were big with 4 pieces of pork c..."
HUNI
29-13 Zaimokucho 920-0921
"Amazing setting, the host was incredible and very friendly. His cooking was excellent, every dish was a joy to eat. Great selection of sake and plum wine. You must visit Huni!"
Los Angeles in Kanazawa
2-25 Otemachi 920-0912
"I am so glad I finally found this cafe! It is tucked away from any main roads and a little hard to find, but it is located near Kanazawa Castle Park. The food was fantastic and the service was great...."
Street Vendor
1-3-10-3 Nagamachi 920-0865
"Cheap but good hotdogs! Must try if you’re in the area. slightly hidden location but well worth to try."
Cafe Tamon
1-27-7 Higashiyama 920-0831
"Pancakes were really tasty! Served with cream, jam, honey. Hot chocolate was awesome as well. Perfect even for non-Japanese language speakers! Service here is impeccable! At the end of it, you bring t..."
Srilanka Kitchen
3-6 Kakinokibatake 2f 920-0999
"Love Sri Lanka meals! great to have local alcohol and meals plate（do not forget mix as you like）also I recommend TAPAS menu and DOSA they also have herval plate. enjoy"
Takasakiya Sushi
7-33 Takaokamachi 920-0864
"The Chef and his wife are very kind and welcoming. Excellent sushi - highly recommend it."
Kanazawa Music Bar
41 Tatemachi Kaname Inn Tatemachi 1F 920-0997
"Great music selection. A perfect place for a drink and dinner."