LOCAL FOOD GUIDE

Local food and restaurants in Ibaraki

Anko nabe is Ibaraki’s monkfish hot pot, a good option when you want a warming seafood meal. Hitachi beef is the prefecture’s local beef brand.

Local dishes to try in Ibaraki

  • Anko hot pot
  • Hitachi beef

Choosing a meal in Ibaraki

Ibaraki’s anko nabe is a monkfish hot pot to share, while Hitachi beef suits a meal built around meat. Knowing that “anko” means monkfish helps you avoid mistaking the hot pot for a generic fish soup.

Tips for choosing a restaurant

For an anko hot pot reservation, ask how many people the order serves. If you choose Hitachi beef instead, decide on the cooking style and budget before booking.

Restaurant reservations in Ibaraki

Find restaurants in this area on AutoReserve, then choose a date, time and party size. Read the menu, total price and cancellation terms before you book. Availability can change between visits.

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More about the local food

Read more about regional dishes and food traditions in these official guides. For a particular restaurant’s menu, prices and booking terms, use its own website or reservation page.

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