Best places to eat & drink in Madarao
We are so lucky to have so many great options available right here in Madarao. Here’s a list of our favourites.
Mister Daruma: a must visit for the ¥3500pp set menu and the local negroni
Definitely book here
Sakura Okinomiyaki: the famous traditional Japanese pancake, made with cabbage, and pork or shrimp. Add the pickles, have the hot sake. Also available for lunch and right by the mountain!
Donguritei: DIY bbq style, our favourite across Japan and Korea due to food quality and air quality (not too bbq-y! Shuttle service is a game changer.
Reservations recommended or via whatsapp +81 269 64 3751, ask for pick up / drop off service!
Chill Madarao: yummy western-ish versions of Japanese classics. Reservations are a must!
Cafe-style snacks including Single O coffee from 8am-11am inc. plant based milk
Kitchen open 530-9pm except on Tuesdays. Open for Apres from 3pm.
Restaurant at Madarao Mountain Lodge
Japanese and Western classics including parmys, burgers, poke bowls, and sushi. A favourite of ours.
Tuesday & Saturday fancy 6-course dinner with optional local drink pairing (bookings essential)
Smokie’s Restaurant & Bar: snacks, curries, sandwiches and a decent drinks menu. 5pm-late, closed Mondays
Village: degustation-style menu with meat/seafood/vego/kids options. Monday-Sunday 5pm-9.30pm
Pinchi’s Place - great food and cocktails. Local, seasonal and mostly gluten free, and free shuttles!
3pm-late, reservations recommended by calling 07040377107
Red Tricycle: Mexican and cocktails, or just cocktails. Walk-ins only.
4pm-late, closed Tuesdays
Restaurant Rudolf - European-style comfort food inc. pizza
Ask us for recommendations in Iiyama or other nearby towns.