A peaceful spot for matcha. I liked the view of the pond and the little hill. The chairs were quite comfortable, which made it easy to just sit and relax for a while. A nice, quiet break.

Been coming here for years. The space is huge, never had to wait for a table even on weekends. Just a comfortable spot to unwind with a coffee and a book. That&#39;s why I keep coming back.

The staff were so sweet and gave us great tips on how to eat everything! Made our girls&#39; night way more fun.

Came here with a couple friends. Food arrived super fast, almost too fast? Had to keep up with the pace. But you can tell each dish was made with care.

Tried the grilled salted swordfish here. That&#39;s a dish you don&#39;t see often. The salt level was just right, really brought out the flavor of the fish. Went nicely with a glass of cold sake. A solid choice.

Got there at 5:30 and the place was already buzzing. The low, warm light on the wooden tables felt so cozy. Just the right kind of hum for a weeknight dinner.

I went with the 28% buckwheat soba, which was pretty good. The noodles had a nice texture. It&#39;s a decent system, being able to choose your noodle type and portion size. Makes it easy to order just what you want.

Run by a lovely couple. They were so kind even when it got busy, took time to walk us through the menu. The whole place just felt really warm and welcoming.

Cozy spot near Kamitori. Prosciutto pizza was solid for &yen;1100, good size for the price. Beer &yen;500. Service was efficient, got my order quickly. A reliable option for a casual solo lunch.

The English menu was a lifesaver. I could finally understand what I was ordering. The staff pointed out a few popular dishes, which was helpful.

The lunch set is a solid deal. The meat quality is good and the rice and kimchi refills are unlimited.

Came here with a few friends for a casual catch-up. The all-you-can-drink deal was perfect for our group, kept the conversation flowing without worrying about the bill. Food was tasty and didn&#39;t break the bank. A solid spot for a laid-back hangout.

If you&#39;re into cocktails, you&#39;ll want to find this place. The drinks are really creative, and the quality is solid. I had one with a local citrus that was just right. Worth the trip even if you&#39;re just visiting.

I appreciate the courteous service and the beautiful private room with a garden view, perfect for a relaxing meal.

Loved that they do smaller plates! Perfect for sharing with friends. We got the double-cooked pork to start, and the cabbage it came with was so fresh. Made it easy to order a bunch more things to try.

The chestnut pizza is a decent dessert, but the portion is a bit small for the price.

The English menu is a bit limited. I ended up using my phone to translate the Japanese one to see all the options. It worked fine, but having a complete English menu would make things easier for visitors.

Came here for a solo lunch. The hamburger steak was the real deal - juicy, with a savory demi-glace sauce. Perfect portion for one. The quiet corner spot made it a nice little escape.

The triple-delight eel rice bowl is pretty good. I liked trying it three ways, especially the ochazuke at the end.

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The best restaurants in Kumamoto Prefecture

Kokin Denju-no-ma

St.Marc Cafe

Fujimoto

Yamatake - Natural Root Vegetable Cuisine (Yama no Ibuki)

Umakassai

Hatakeyama

Imakin Shokudo

Kukuryuko Kumamoto Ekimae

Sakamoto

Ironakikaze

MYOUJIN SOBA

Umakatsuzo

Suganoya

Robatayakisanroku

Cafe Restaurant Galette

Kobaian

Trattoria Coco

Komurasaki (Kamitori Center Branch)

Kaisen Izakaya Kura Buzen

Yakiniku Senshoh

Gyozaya Niko

Yakinikukan Sairo Shimizuten

yakoboku

tokunagakita

Sanzokutabiji

Gyozano Osho Kumamoto Ekimae

Pizzeria da Tsurubara

Mutsugorō

Center River NANDEN Shimotori

Eel Daishin