Local Guide
5 Restaurants to Enjoy a Special Dinner on Taketomi Island

Taketomi Island is located southwest of the main island of Okinawa. After enjoying the beautiful island during the day, enjoy a relaxing dinner. We introduce five must-visit restaurants, ranging from small, cozy places where you can interact with the islanders, to spacious places where groups and families can easily come. All of them offer memorable dinner menus that make use of ingredients from the island. We hope that your trip to Taketomi Island will be filled with fun and delicious food.

Enjoy luxurious dishes made with ingredients from the island and Okinawa's classic menu.

"Deep-fried Taketomi Island Tiger Prawns" 300 yen per piece, "Somen Chanpuru" 800 yen, "Vinegared Taketomi Island Mozuku Seaweed" 600 yen, "Mango Chuhai" 600 yen
"Deep-fried Taketomi Island Tiger Prawns" 300 yen per piece, "Somen Chanpuru" 800 yen, "Vinegared Taketomi Island Mozuku Seaweed" 600 yen, "Mango Chuhai" 600 yen

Located in front of the Nagomi Tower, Dining Area is greeted by an arch of bougainvillea. In addition to the specialty Taketomi soba and various set meals, there is also a wide selection of a la carte dishes that go well with alcohol. The recommended "Deep-fried Taketomi Island Tiger Prawns" are procured directly from shrimp farms on Taketomi Island, so the size of the shrimp varies depending on the season, and are available from 300 yen per shrimp. The firm and plump Tiger Prawns are packed with sweetness and flavor. The bright orange color of the "Mango Chuhai" creates a tropical mood.

A dinner spot where you can also interact with islanders

You can relax in the small, calm atmosphere of the shop.
You can relax in the small, calm atmosphere of the shop.

In the Taketomi Island dialect, "Tedun" means Taketomi and "Shidame" means snail. The restaurant was named so that customers could relax and unwind. There are terrace seats where you can feel the nature, and tatami seats with a relaxed atmosphere. During evening opening hours, islanders also visit the restaurant, so you can enjoy the local atmosphere.
In addition to Okinawa's classic home cooking, the restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes such as "Agu gyoza", "Ishigaki beef gyoza", "fried shrimp curry", "Japanese yam tanzaku curry", and "Caprese-style with chomeiso". You can relax and enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Comments Local Guide
The tatami seating is relaxing, but we also recommend the terrace seats where you can look up at the night sky. This is a rare restaurant on the island where you can also drink wine.
Cafe Teidun Shidameekan
  • URLhttps://sidame-kan.com/
  • 住所361 Taketomi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 8 minutes by bicycle from Taketomi Port
  • 営業時間11:00～14:30（L.O.）、18:30～20:00（L.O.）
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL0980-85-2239
  • 駐車場None
  • メモReservations are given priority in the evening

A menu of vibrant Okinawan ingredients to decorate your travel memories

"Value set" 850 yen, "Seikachikiage & Island pork chili pepper sausage" 600 yen, "Gurkun Tatsutaage" and "Maguro Kushikatsu (3 pieces)" 500 yen each
"Value set" 850 yen, "Seikachikiage & Island pork chili pepper sausage" 600 yen, "Gurkun Tatsutaage" and "Maguro Kushikatsu (3 pieces)" 500 yen each

Located near the West Pier, Dining Area is marked by a large red roofing tile. Drinkers will be delighted with the "Value Set (changes daily)" which comes with a mug of drink and three types of snacks. The snacks include beautifully presented squid with vinegared miso, pickled gurukun nanban, papaya with sweet and sour sauce, and potato and macaroni salad, and the drinks are also available in a range of beers and island sakes.
There are also other dishes on the menu that go perfectly with alcohol, including dishes made with Yaeyama ingredients such as "Seika Chikiage and Island Chili Sausage" and "Gurkun Tatsuta-age."

Okinawan folk songs play in the bright atmosphere of the restaurant, helping to get you in the mood for travel.

Enjoy dinner in a bright and friendly space
Enjoy dinner in a bright and friendly space

The bright, clean interior is filled with folk music, and the walls are decorated with large spiny lobsters and landscape photos of Taketomi Island, helping to get you in the mood for travel. The tatami seating is a nice touch for families with small children.
There is also a wide variety of other food on the menu, including Okinawa Agu (pork) curry, mozuku rice bowl, and taco rice. Takeaway ice cream is available for purchase, so after your meal, we recommend taking a stroll around the island and gazing at the stars with an ice cream in hand.

Comments Local Guide
We also recommend the softly simmered "Cartilage Soki Soba" and the hearty "Asahi A Set" which comes with a hamburger steak, fried shrimp, fried fish, sausages, rice, salad, and mini soba noodles on one plate!
Taketomi Island Garden Asahi
  • URLhttp://garden-asahi.okinawa/
  • 住所163-1 Taketomi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセス10 minutes by bicycle from Taketomi Port
  • 営業時間11:00～15:00、18:00～21:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL0980-85-2388
  • 駐車場free
  • メモBicycle parking (free) available

Dinner menu recommended by a popular soba restaurant

"Tofu Chanpuru" 750 yen, "Mozuku Tempura" 600 yen, "Fruit liquor and soda mix with Shikwasa" 500 yen
"Tofu Chanpuru" 750 yen, "Mozuku Tempura" 600 yen, "Fruit liquor and soda mix with Shikwasa" 500 yen

A long-established soba restaurant popular for its traditional Yaeyama soba and soki soba. For dinner, be sure to try a dish that goes well with alcohol. "Tofu Chanpuru" made with fresh vegetables and island tofu from Taketomi Island is even more delicious with a sprinkle of "Piyashi" (island pepper) with a spicy tropical aroma.
The "Mozuku Tempura" is made with mozuku seaweed that the owner's family harvests at the sea in April and May, when it is in season. The "Fruit Liquor and Soda Mix - Shikwasha" is popular for its refreshing aroma and smooth taste, and is mixed with small pieces of fruit, giving it a nice texture.

Enjoy your night in a relaxing, homely atmosphere

The wooden interior creates a calm space that exudes nostalgia and warmth.
The wooden interior creates a calm space that exudes nostalgia and warmth.

The restaurant has a nostalgic, homey atmosphere that makes you want to say "I'm back!" and is a popular night spot among islanders. In this restaurant with a red tiled roof that is typical of Taketomi Island, you may have casual conversations with the islanders.
Other recommended dishes include Okinawan home cooking "Hirayachi (flat-grilled)," "Goya Chanpuru," "Fu Chanpuru," and "Suchika (salted pork)." "Fruit liquor and soda" comes in pineapple and passion fruit flavors, and all have a distinctive Okinawan taste, so it's recommended to try them all.

Comments Local Guide
Be sure to try the Yaeyama Soba and Soki Soba, both of which have delicious soups made with chicken bone tonkotsu and cooked over a firewood.
Soba restaurant Takenoko
  • URLhttp://soba.takenoko-taketomi.com/
  • 住所101-1 Taketomi, Taketomi Island, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 8 minutes by bicycle from Taketomi Port
  • 営業時間10:30-15:00 (closes when soba is sold out), 18:30-21:00 (last order 20:00)
    * Reservations are required for the evening session (same-day reservations only)
  • 定休日Irregular holidays (check website)
  • TEL0980-85-2251

Enjoy colorful bitter melon noodles and other unique Okinawan dishes

"Goya noodle yakisoba" 700 yen, "Mozuku omelette" 600 yen, "Awamori with hibiscus" 600 yen
"Goya noodle yakisoba" 700 yen, "Mozuku omelette" 600 yen, "Awamori with hibiscus" 600 yen

A coffee shop attached to a guesthouse. The popular menu item at this shop is the "Goya Noodle Yakisoba" (fried noodles with bitter melon), which is made with bright green noodles kneaded with bitter melon, which is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C and folic acid. This dish is recommended for its well-fried yakisoba, which is made with plenty of fresh, juicy bitter melon, and its fragrant flavor and salty taste that will leave you wanting more.
The fluffy "Mozuku Omelet" is made with mozuku seaweed from Taketomi Island, which the owner's family harvested. The vibrant "Awamori with Hibiscus" is a special drink made with homemade hibiscus syrup.

Enjoy a fun dinner while listening to the sanshin and singing

There is also a small stage inside the store, where mini concerts and other events are often held.
There is also a small stage inside the store, where mini concerts and other events are often held.

The homey space exudes a nostalgic atmosphere that is reminiscent of Okinawa. As the owner is a musician, you can enjoy singing and sanshin performances up close. Why not request your favorite song and make it a memorable memory of your trip?
Other popular dishes include home-cooked dishes such as "Somen Bittur" (Somen Chanpuru) and "Fu Chanpuru." "Cold Goya Noodles" uses the same noodles as "Goya Noodle Yakisoba," and is a refreshing, zaru soba-style dish that is low in calories.

Comments Local Guide
The biggest attraction is being able to listen to the owner play the sanshin and sing local folk songs. If an islander is visiting, you can also feel the island's atmosphere.
Folk Craft Cafe Maki
  • URLhttps://maki48.wixsite.com/minngei
  • 住所476 Taketomi, Taketomi Island, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスApproximately 7 minutes by bicycle from Taketomi Port
  • 営業時間11:00～15:00、20:00～23:00
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL0980-85-2236

From luxurious Okinawan cuisine using island ingredients to exciting homemade desserts

"Oven-grilled cartilage pork ribs" 1,000 yen, "Recommended seafood" 1,600 yen, "Mango Awamori chuhai" 650 yen
"Oven-grilled cartilage pork ribs" 1,000 yen, "Recommended seafood" 1,600 yen, "Mango Awamori chuhai" 650 yen

Dining Area is located near Taketomi Post Office. The recommended dish is the oven-grilled cartilage soki, which is stewed for a day and left overnight before being served. The sweet and spicy stewed soft soki is paired with the rich cheese and sour mustard to whet your appetite.
"Recommended Seafood" includes fried Taketomi Island prawns, squid, and Okinawa's prefectural fish, Gurukun, all with a crispy texture. The homemade tartar sauce has a mellow taste and goes perfectly with seafood. Awamori chuhai with shikuwasa and passion fruit is also popular.

Enjoy a relaxing and blissful time in a spacious space with high ceilings.

The interior has a warm wooden feel and plenty of seating, making it a great place for families, groups, or even individuals to relax and unwind.
The interior has a warm wooden feel and plenty of seating, making it a great place for families, groups, or even individuals to relax and unwind.

For cold dinner dishes, you can enjoy "Island tofu salad," "Gurukun salad," "Ishigaki beef cold salad," and more. For snacks, there is a wide variety of dishes that make use of island ingredients, such as "Ishigaki Island Moromi Pork Coarsely Ground Sausage" from "Ishigaki Island 15th Banchi," a popular handmade workshop in Yaeyama, "Atsuage Island Tofu" with a strong soy flavor, "Deep-fried Island Tofu," "Fried Tebichi (Pig's Trotters)," and "Purple Sweet Potato Croquettes."
You can also order from the lunch menu, which includes Okinawan classics, and another great thing is that you can also enjoy Yaeyama soba and set meals.

Comments Local Guide
Another attractive feature is that they also have a vegetarian dish.
Taketomi Island Dining Area Kanifu
  • URLhttps://suigyu.net/free/kanifu
  • 住所494 Taketomi, Taketomi-cho, Yaeyama-gun, Okinawa Prefecture MAP
  • アクセスAbout 10 minutes by bicycle from Taketomi Port
  • 営業時間11:00-15:30 (Last Orders 15:00)
    18:00-20:30 (Last Orders 20:00)
  • 定休日Irregular holidays
  • TEL0980-85-2311
  • 駐車場to exist

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