Local food and restaurants in Nagoya
Hitsumabushi and miso katsu are two dishes to plan around in Nagoya. With hitsumabushi, you eat grilled eel over rice, then vary later helpings with condiments or broth; miso katsu is a breaded pork cutlet with rich miso sauce. Tebasaki chicken wings are another option to share at dinner.
Local dishes to try in Nagoya
- Hitsumabushi eel
- Miso katsu
- Tebasaki chicken wings
Choosing a meal in Nagoya
Nagoya’s dishes do not all lead to the same sort of meal. Hitsumabushi lets you eat grilled eel and rice in stages with condiments and broth; miso katsu is a pork cutlet with a rich miso sauce. Tebasaki wings suit a shared evening meal. Pick the format that fits your appetite and time.
Where to look for restaurants
Nagoya Station is useful for a meal before a train or near your hotel. If you’re spending the day in Sakae or Osu, there’s no need to return to the station just to eat.
- Nearby sights
- Nagoya Castle · Osu Shopping District
- Transport nearby
- Nagoya Station · Sakae Station
Restaurant reservations in Nagoya
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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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.