Local Guide
5 recommended izakayas in the Serakaki area of Okinawa! Enjoy Okinawan cuisine that goes well with alcohol

The Seragaki area of Okinawa is a popular resort area dotted with natural sightseeing spots and beautiful beaches. We will introduce a carefully selected list of recommended izakayas in Seragaki. We have picked out places where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine, places with live sanshin music, places with a panoramic view of the ocean, and hot pot and shabu-shabu specialty places where everyone can have fun. Why not choose a place that suits the occasion and the number of people?

Enjoy comparing different types of Awamori along with specially selected Okinawan cuisine

"Fried Gurukun" 900 yen and "Rafute" 900 yen
"Fried Gurukun" 900 yen and "Rafute" 900 yen

This is an izakaya where you can taste dishes made with plenty of ingredients from Okinawa Prefecture. You can enjoy Okinawan cuisine and specialties that go well with alcohol. Among the most popular dishes are the "fried gurukun," which has an addictive chewy texture, and the "rafute," which is simmered for a long time until it becomes soft and the flavor is thoroughly absorbed. Many of the dishes are voluminous and can be shared, which is a nice touch. There is a wide variety of drinks, and you can compare different types of awamori, as well as plum wine and fruit wine made in the prefecture. There is also a wide selection of drinks other than awamori, such as cocktails and juices.

Relax in a relaxing space inspired by the Ryukyu Dynasty

The interior of the restaurant, with its wood-based design and red accents here and there, is modeled after the Ryukyu Dynasty.
The interior of the restaurant, with its wood-based design and red accents here and there, is modeled after the Ryukyu Dynasty.

The restaurant is always bustling with tourists, from families to couples to large groups. In addition to sunken kotatsu, there are a variety of seating options, including tables, tatami rooms, and counters, making it suitable for a variety of occasions. No matter where you sit, you can relax and enjoy Okinawan cuisine. The food dishes and drink glasses are also worth checking out. Okinawan pottery such as Yachimun and Ryukyu glass add a vibrant touch to your Okinawan dining experience.

Comments Local Guide
It's a cozy izakaya that makes you want to stay for a while. The staff are friendly, so it's easy to ask them for recommendations on awamori that suits your taste.
Ryukyutei
  • 住所1593-8 Tancha, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 10 minutes by car from Ishikawa IC on the Okinawa Expressway
  • 営業時間17:00-23:00 (Food last order 22:00, Drink last order 22:30)
  • 定休日Open daily
  • TEL098-989-4991
  • 駐車場free

Enjoy super fresh seafood while gazing at the ocean right in front of you

"Fried Gurukun" 1,100 yen, "Sea Grapes" 858 yen, "Jima Mi Dofu" 528 yen
"Fried Gurukun" 1,100 yen, "Sea Grapes" 858 yen, "Jima Mi Dofu" 528 yen

This popular izakaya has a large window overlooking the ocean. From classics like the hearty "fried gurukun" and the irresistibly crunchy "sea grapes" to more unusual local dishes, they have a wide selection of Okinawan cuisine that are perfect for drinking. There is a fish tank inside the restaurant, so you can eat freshly caught seafood. The types of ingredients you can choose from the tank depend on what is in stock that day. In addition to seafood unique to Okinawa such as blue parrot fish, luminous clams, and giant clams, you can also enjoy spiny lobsters.

Enjoy Awamori made at Onna Brewery in a shop beloved by locals

A special seat where you can dine while looking out at the blue sea
A special seat where you can dine while looking out at the blue sea

This restaurant has been serving Okinawan home cooking for over 20 years since it opened, and is loved by tourists and locals alike. If you want to get into the Okinawan mood, try the awamori made by a local brewery, which is a favorite among regulars. One of the most recommended is "Manza," which is made at the same brewery in Onna Village as the restaurant. It becomes easier to drink when mixed with water or soda. It also pairs perfectly with "suchika," salted pork, and "tofuyo," island tofu soaked in awamori. There are also awamori cocktails made by mixing awamori with tropical juice.

Comments Local Guide
Another reason for its popularity is the beautiful sunset you can see along with the ocean that stretches out before you. The time and appearance of the sunset will vary depending on the season, but if you want to catch the best time, try visiting around 6:30pm in September.
Okinawa Dining Beach House
  • URLhttps://f139000.gorp.jp/
  • 住所1523-1 Serakaki, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 10 minutes by car from Yaka Interchange on the Okinawa Expressway, approximately 15 minutes by car from Kyoda Interchange
  • 営業時間17:00~24:00(L.O.23:00)
  • 定休日Thursday
  • TEL050-5493-3526
  • 駐車場free
  • メモNo shuttle service

Enjoy shabu-shabu of local brand pork, including Agu pork

The shabu-shabu course starts at 3,850 yen (photo shows 2 servings). The set includes meat, vegetables, Okinawa soba noodles, and Okinawa cuisine.
The shabu-shabu course starts at 3,850 yen (photo shows 2 servings). The set includes meat, vegetables, Okinawa soba noodles, and Okinawa cuisine.

This restaurant serves shabu-shabu made with Okinawan brand pork. You can choose from five types of pork: Agu Pork, Yanbaru Island Pork, Benibuta, Chojubuta, and Ryubiton. The most popular is Agu Pork, which has a strong umami flavor, but for those who prefer a lighter taste, the redder Benibuta and Chojubuta are popular. The meat is exquisite when dipped in a special broth made from a blend of rafute broth and bonito stock. The vegetables in the set include green papaya, which is unique to Okinawa, and you can enjoy its unique crunchy texture.

A rich drink menu that will delight both alcohol lovers and non-alcoholics

You can spend a comfortable time in the sunken kotatsu seats under the tiled roof or in the semi-private tatami room.
You can spend a comfortable time in the sunken kotatsu seats under the tiled roof or in the semi-private tatami room.

In addition to table seating, the restaurant also has sunken kotatsu seats under the tiled roof that gives it an Okinawan feel, as well as semi-private tatami room seating. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can enjoy a la carte dishes, shabu-shabu, and Okinawa soba noodles to finish off your meal. In the "shabu-shabu course," you can even enjoy Okinawa's local cuisine, such as champuru, to your heart's content.
Drinks include an "Awamori tasting set" that lets you compare three different types of Awamori, and a wide selection of non-alcoholic drinks. There is also a great all-you-can-drink option, making it perfect for groups.

Comments Local Guide
The pork can be mixed with the soup stock and seasoned with shikuwasa pepper to create a different flavor. You can choose from five different types of pork and compare them, so it's fun no matter how many times you visit.
Adan Okinawa Main Store
  • URLhttps://adan-okinawa.gorp.jp/
  • 住所2585 Onna, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセス6 minutes by car from Yaka IC on the Okinawa Expressway, 15 minutes by car from Ishikawa IC
  • 営業時間17:00-23:00 (last orders 22:15/drinks last orders 22:30)
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL098-982-3272
  • 駐車場free
  • メモ送迎:あり ※近隣ホテルのみ、BEB5沖縄瀬良垣は対象外
    ※送迎問い合わせ用電話番号:080-3218-8993
    ※送迎受付15:00-17:00

Enjoy carefully selected local ingredients, from brand beef to seafood

"Rafute fried rice" 1,078 yen, "Agu pork bitter melon champuru" 968 yen
"Rafute fried rice" 1,078 yen, "Agu pork bitter melon champuru" 968 yen

This izakaya has a wide variety of menu items, from local dishes such as chanpuru to dishes that go perfectly with awamori. You can enjoy juicy and tender Okinawan black wagyu steaks and fresh sashimi of locally caught fish. Local fish sashimi includes tuna and irabucha caught in the waters off Okinawa, as well as akamachi, one of the three most luxurious fish. It is also recommended for alcohol lovers, as they offer aged awamori and habu sake that have been aged for over 10 years. For the habu sake, you can have a shot poured from the bottle at your seat. Seeing the habu sake bottle up close is very impressive.

Enjoy a live sanshin performance to make a memorable memory of your trip to Okinawa

The interior of the restaurant is mainly sunken kotatsu seating. Check out the autographs of celebrities and athletes displayed on the walls.
The interior of the restaurant is mainly sunken kotatsu seating. Check out the autographs of celebrities and athletes displayed on the walls.

The restaurant's specialty is the free live sanshin performances held every day at 7:00pm and 8:30pm. The live performances are a big hit, with attendees clapping along, joining in with the music, and dancing "kachasshi," a dance in which both hands are raised and swayed back and forth. If you reserve a seat in advance, you can enjoy the live performance right in front of you. At the open terrace seats, you can enjoy only the music through the speakers. Swimsuits are allowed at the terrace seats, making it perfect for after playing at the nearby beach. Okinawan set meals are served for lunch.

Comments Local Guide
If you want to enjoy a live sanshin performance, it's best to reserve a seat in advance for the time of the performance. Reservations fill up quickly during the tourist season, so we recommend making your reservation several weeks in advance.
Pure Okinawan Cuisine Sanshin no Hana
  • URLhttps://sanshinnohana.gorp.jp/
  • 住所756-1 Fuchaku, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 10 minutes by car from Ishikawa IC on the Okinawa Expressway, about 15 minutes by car from Yaka IC
  • 営業時間11:00-15:00 (last orders 14:30), 17:00-23:30 (last orders 23:00, drinks last orders 23:00)
  • 定休日Open year-round without holidays
  • TEL098-989-5515
  • 駐車場無料(15台)
  • メモPick-up service: Available *Only for nearby hotels. BEB5 Okinawa Seragaki by Hoshino Resorts is not included.

Enjoy healthy Agu pork and island vegetables in a tajine pot

"Yanbaru Island Pork Agut and Seasonal Island Vegetables"
"Yanbaru Island Pork Agut and Seasonal Island Vegetables"

This is a specialty store that uses Yanbaru Agu pork as a tagine pot. You can enjoy steamed Agu pork and island vegetables in a colorful, cone-shaped tagine pot. As the food is cooked using only the moisture from the ingredients, tagine pots allow you to eat lots of vegetables, making them perfect for health-conscious people. Yanbaru Agu pork has no unpleasant odor and is characterized by a meltingly sweet taste. You can also enjoy the natural flavor of island vegetables such as bitter melon, loofah, and purple sweet potato. The dish is finished off simply with seasonings such as Aguni salt, black pepper, yuzu pepper, or ponzu sauce.

The final dish, lard risotto made with meat and vegetable broth, is also a must-have.

The interior of the restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with a tropical resort feel.
The interior of the restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere with a tropical resort feel.

Another popular dish is the lard risotto, made by adding lard, garlic soy sauce, and cheese to a broth that is packed with the flavors of meat and vegetables after the tagine steaming. There are many regulars who come just for this delicious risotto. The tagine steaming course meal includes a lard risotto or abura-soba-style Okinawa soba noodles, a small assortment of three side dishes, and dessert. Be sure to try the yushi tofu that you make from soy milk yourself, which is popular among families. Another great thing about the restaurant is that you can drink a wide variety of awamori and homemade plum wine made with awamori.

Comments Local Guide
The shop is filled with Okinawa-style accessories and ornamental plants, creating a tropical atmosphere. You can have fun with your family and friends.
Okinawan cuisine Yanbaru
  • URLhttps://okinawayoungbar.com/
  • 住所1288 Serakaki, Onna Village, Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 10 minutes by car from Yaka IC on the Okinawa Expressway
  • 営業時間17:00-22:00 (L.O. 21:00)
  • 定休日Tuesdays *Please call or check official SNS for irregular holidays
  • TEL098-966-2939
  • 駐車場free
  • メモNo shuttle service
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