Kanazawa Is Attracting Stars: Michelin 2-Star Guide

Planning a trip to Kanazawa? Well, why not visit the seven restaurants that each received Michelin 2-stars from the Michelin Guide 2016 ranking.

 

7. Komatsu

 

 

Komatsu is renowned for serving exquisite fresh fish dishes that will satisfy every fish lover out there. The Michelin Guide, recommends the sublime flavour of the hamo dashi (fish stock) used in creating this fantastically delicious dishes, which is complemented with stunning presentation. The seating arrangement is limited but allows you to talk to the chef as he cooks up your choice of dishes.

Opening hours, last orders: Dinner = 18:00-21:30

Annual and weekly closing: Closed mid-August, late December-early January and Sunday

Price: Dinner = set \10,800-16,200

Address: 86-1 Urokomachi, Kanazawa

TEL: 076-224-0118

 

6. Ikkon

 

 

 

Nestled in the busy back streets of Katamachi shopping district is this cozy little ryōtei (料亭). With only 8 seats, you can delight in the beautiful “Kaiseki”, a multi-course Japanese dinner. If you are lucky enough to be here in November or December you must try the “Kobako-Gani”, which means female snow crab. Don’t forget to book in advance as this is a very popular restaurant and with only 8 seats it gets snapped up quickly.

Opening hours, last orders: Dinner = 18:00-23:30

Annual and weekly closing: Closed mid-August, late December-early January, Sunday except before a Public Holiday, and Public Holiday Mondays

Price: Dinner = set \ 8,400-16,200, Service charge = 10%

Address: 1-4-4 Katamachi, Kanazawa

URL: http://www.ikkon-kanazawa.net

TEL: 076-263-2121

 

5. Rocca

 

 

Rocca also serves Kaiseki and is owned by a chef who previously worked in Kyoto (the capital of ryotei). As a chef who prides himself on producing authentic recipes, it comes as no surprise that he will only use fresh ingredients to produce his famous courses. We would utterly recommend that you try the chestnut soup and pepper-flavoured squash. Oishi.

Opening hours, last orders: Lunch = 11:30-15:00 Closed Thursday
Dinner = 17:30-22:00 Closed Sunday

Annual and weekly closing:Closed late December-early January and Wednesday

Price: Lunch = set \4,000-6,000, Dinner = set \8,500-12,000, Service charge = 10% (tatami space)

Address: 2-7 Rokumaimachi, Kanazawa

URL: http://rocca-kanazawa.com

TEL: 076-221-6166

 

4. Kifune

 

 

Kifune is an extremely popular restaurant and the food it delivers is worth a couple of months on a waiting list. We urge you to try the masterpiece of abalone that has been slowly steamed for 3 hours and Himi udon (wheat noodles) tossed with liver and butter. If that doesn’t tickle your taste buds then perhaps try the spring bowl with sesame tofu, green peas, raw kuchiko (dried sea-cucumber ovaries) and shirauo (Japanese ice fish). Top this off with some delicious sake and you are in for a great evening.

Opening hours, last orders: Lunch = 11:30-14:30 L.O.13:30, Dinner = 17:30-22:00 L.O.20:30

Annual and weekly closing: Closed late December-early January and Wednesday

Price: Lunch = set \3,240-5,400, Dinner = set \6,480-8,640, Service charge = 5%

Address: 1-9-69 Hikosomachi, Kanazawa

TEL: 076-220-6131

 

3. Zeniya

 

 

At Zeniya, Chef Shinichiro Takagi carefully hand-picks every ingredient and detail of decor. This allows him to make each creation a perfect balance between deliciousness and harmony. Zeniya has a rich history and being a family run restaurant, handed down a generation, it also has a strong tradition, combined with a beautiful atmosphere. We recommend that you tuck into the mouth-watering sea urchin and soy sauce brown sugar ice cream.

Opening hours, last orders: Lunch = 12:00-13:30, dinner = 18:00-20:00

Annual and weekly closing: Closed mid-August, late December-early January and Sunday

Price: Lunch = set \10,800-27,000, Dinner = set \16,200-27,000, Service charge = 15 % (tatami room 20%)

Address: 2-29-7 Katamachi Kanazawa

Tel: 076-233-3331

 

2. Suginoi

 

 

 

Suginoi is a sublime restaurant that offers a traditional atmosphere in a beautiful location. It’s located along the Saigawa River that runs through the center of Kanazawa city, Ishikawa. This restaurant not only boasts 6 private rooms, each have their own different design while enjoying the beautiful garden. We recommend that you try the succulent “Jibuni” which is made with boiled duck.

Opening hours, last orders: Lunch = 11:30-14:00, dinner = 17:00-20:00

Annual and weekly closing: Closed late December-early January

Price: Lunch = set \5,000-10,800, Dinner = set \12,960-19,440, Service charge = 20% (lunch 15%)

Address: 3-11 Kiyokawamachi, Kanazawa 

URL: http://kanazawa-suginoi.co.jp

TEL 076-243-2288

 

1. Tsuruko

 

 

Tsuruko started as a small restaurant with just a few counter seats and is now one of the most famous ryotei’s in Kanazawa. Run by the founder’s son, one of his speciality dishes is lobster shinjoand chawanmushi with foie gras. One of Tsuruko’s charms is that they incorporate innovative ideas with seasonal ingredients into every dish.

Opening hours, last orders: Lunch = 11:30-13:30, Dinner = 18:00-19:30

Annual and weekly closing: Closed late December-early January

Price: Lunch = set weekdays \5,400-27,000, Dinner = set \10,800-32,400

Address:6-5 Takaokamachi, Kanazawa

URL: http://turukou.com/ 

TEL: 076-264-2375