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ITADAKI NARA
EAT | DRINK | RELAX
BARS IZAKAYAS LATE NIGHT
BAR LIQUID
DESCRIPTION:
Bar Liquid is newly opened and a welcome addition to the growing number of quality authentic bars in the city. Owner and head bartender, Mr Yuya Nagata is another graduate of the famed cocktail bar Charleston in neighbouring city, Ikoma. Bar Liquid opens early for a bar, offering you the chance of a cheeky drink mid-afternoon tipple. And why not? You're on holiday after all!
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A great selection of high quality and rare whiskeys and a dedicated menu of creative original cocktails.
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Located at the beginning of Shimomikado Shopping Street in Naramachi, just a 5 minute walk from our facility.
Address: 〒630-8365 Nara, Shimomikado-cho, 19 Ebisuya ＃101
Tel: 0742-42-8309
Hours:
Mon-Wed & Fri: 14:00 - 23:00
Sat &Sun: 13:00 - 23:00
Closed: Thursday
Authentic bar for the new generation
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Secret Gin Fizz
¥1,300
DESCRIPTION:
Anaba is a Japanese term for 'a hidden gem worth visiting' and Bar Amberjack. is precisely that. The friendly husband-and-wife team who own the bar offer a fabulous selection of whiskey, craft gin, and even homemade plum liquor (ume-shu). The owner has studied and traveled extensively around the world, and the staff warmly welcome international guests, making Bar Amberjack. a hub for cross-cultural communication.
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As the name suggests, the owner of Bar Amberjack. and his wife love fishing. Whatever they catch will invariably end up on their menu - especially in their popular fish & chips offering - of which the potatoes are home grown. If they haven't been able to catch the fish they desire, the chips can be served with chicken instead. High quality cigars are also on offer.
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Located along the side street that connects Higashimuki Shopping Arcade and Sakura-dori Shopping Street, a 2-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station.
Homegrown Potato Fries
¥800
BAR AMBERJACK.
Authentic bar with a welcoming international vibe
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Address: 〒630-8226 Nara, Konishicho, 9 Kawamura Building
Tel: 050-8881-7773
Hours: 16:00 – 24:00
Closed: Irregular
Oden (5 pieces)
¥700
DESCRIPTION:
Ichiraku is one of the most unique establishments in Nara. Great food and friendly service is par for the course in Nara, but what sets Ichiraku apart is the interior. It retains much of the paraphernalia that it initially had when it was first opened in 1954.
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A great selection of yakitori and izakaya favorites. Hot pots and oden are also a speciality. The current 3rd generation owner has put a lot of effort into expanding the menu and making this amazing robatayaki restaurant more accessible to an international clientele.
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Located on a traditional side street off of Mochidono Shopping Arcade. a three minute walk from our facility.
Address: 17 Minamiichi-cho, Nara, 630-8373
Tel: 0742-22-2135
Hours: 18:00 - 23:00
Closed: Sunday & Monday
ICHIRAKU
A one-of-a-kind establishment
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Mixed Udon
¥1,000
DESCRIPTION:
A beloved spot for both locals and travellers, this classic Nara night-time establishment lives up to its name with bamboo adorning everything from the ceiling to the fittings. If you want to eat oden at its finest, then this is the place.
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Specialising in udon and soba with a large pot of oden sittings on the counter all year round. The menu features affordable options like thick fried tofu and konjac (150 yen each) and stuffed cabbage rolls (180 yen), making it a welcoming place even for those who don't drink alcohol.
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Located on Yasuragi-no-michi Street just a 10 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station. The Bamboo Palace is known as "Take no Yakata" in Japanese.
Address: 25 Minamiuoya-cho, Nara, 630-8355, Japan
Tel: 0742-23-6227
Hours: 17:00 - 23:00
Closed: Tue
THE BAMBOO PALACE
Nara's finest late-night oden eaterie
LIGHT
An intersection for all people
DESCRIPTION:
Light is an establishment which advertises itself as "...a space where the every day and the extraordinary intersect, offering EAT & DRINK & SOMETHING GOOD. On the 2nd floor, there is a ventilated smoking area and a select shop selling original items like T-shirts. Light can be best described as "hip and funky".
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Lots of international beers and micro beers. Their food menu offers light snacks such as oden and takoyaki, primarily as accompaniments for drinks.
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Just off Sanjo-dori Street on the outskirts of Naramachi, just a 6 minute walk from our facility.
PUBLIC HOUSE RITZ
A slice of Mexico in ancient Nara
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Tacos
¥590〜
DESCRIPTION:
Tacos, tequila, and chilled Corona beer - Public House Ritz has managed to put the best of Mexican food and drink in a chilled-out space in the back streets of Nara. The owner holds a tequila maestro qualification which means he can expertly select one of their 50 types of Tequila to match your meal.
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An extensive menu covering the mainstay of Mexican food and drinks - all at very reasonable prices. Ritz is a popular hangout for the ex-pat community and is a great place to meet fellow travellers and share stories of your adventures in Japan. It's also a great option for a hearty heart.
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Located in a quaint backstreet just 30 seconds from the famous Nakatanido Mochi Pounding Shop.
Address: 〒630-8217 Nara, Hashimoto-cho, 1 Naramachinagaya
Tel: 0742-26-8834
Lunch: 11:30 - 14:00
Dinner: 17:30 - 23:00
Sun & Hols: 11:30 - 22:00
Closed: Monday
DESCRIPTION:
Savant is one of the most stylish authentic bars in Nara. Converted from a 100-year-old town house, the bar doesn't even have a sign board outside, further adding to the air of exclusivity. Savant has an exquisite bar counter made out of a single piece of timber and a somewhat secluded side room for a small party of four.
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Bar Savant has an impressive collection of spirits and whiskeys and a nice selection of beer on tap, including craft beers. Some food to complement your drinks is available, but nothing like what you'd call a meal.
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Bar Savant can be found just off Mochidonodori Shopping Arcade. There is no signboard outside, so a little bravery is required to first enter. When you do, you'll step into a dark entrance way which has a small door to the right to enter.
Itadaki Nara _ After Dark _ Bar Savant 7
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A secret world hidden within a 100-year-old townhouse
BAR SAVANT
NARA SAKEGURA NABE
Small Oyster Set
¥1,000
DESCRIPTION:
Nara Sakegura Nabe is a renovated townhouse offering a tranquil setting for dining. All year round you can enjoy carefully selected ingredients of Nara - in the summertime, on tatami mats, and in the winter, at a cosy kotatsu table. The space upstairs has several private rooms, suitable for families, couples or large parties.
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As the name suggests, this restaurant specializes in Nabe, or Japanese hot pots. Their signature hot pot uses a special sake lees from Nara's breweries blended it with a rich broth made from Nara's Yamato chicken bones, bonito, and kombu to create our original sake lees broth. Another popular item is the Sakoshi Oysters from Sakoshi Bay, Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture.
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Located in Naramachi, just a 2 minute walk from out facility.
Address: 34-1 Imamikado-cho, Nara, 630-8374
Tel: 050-5462-0948
Hours: 11:30 - 22:00 (L.O. 21:30)
Lunch Menu L.O: 14:00
Closed: Tuesday
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A Japanese hot pot speciality izakaya
All You Can Drink (90mins)
¥1,980
GEIHINKAN
Large-scale yakiniku restaurant: from the ranch to your table
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DESCRIPTION:
With meats being provided directly from their own ranch, Geihinkan is able to serve amazingly high-quality beef at very reasonable prices. They only source healthy female cows classified as A5 with a BMS (Beef Marbling Standard) of 8 or higher, known as premium beef. The relaxed atmosphere and friendly service make this a perfect place for solo travelers, families or large groups.
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You can enjoy a variety of yakiniku options, including platters, sets, and courses, tailored to suit different occasions. Complete with a side menu that includes assorted Korean dishes and Korean hotpot. You order at your table via a tablet with large illustrations, so there's no need to worry about the language barrier.
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Located just outside Naramachi, an 8 minute walk from JR Kyobate Station.
DESCRIPTION:
A hidden gem in the backstreets of Nara. As you enter the restaurant, there is a large bar counter ideal for a relaxing dining experience and even a private room at the rear for parties up to 8. Open until midnight, it even makes a great choice for a second (or 3rd) stop of the evening. Their concept is "dedication to water." They use hydrogen water in their cooking maximizing the natural appeal of the ingredients.
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Along with quality Italian dishes, known for their vibrant colors, there is also a fantastic selection of wines, from the reasonable table variety up to the 'special occasion' wallet buster kind. Whatever your budget, you'll find something to perfectly complement your meal.
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Located in a side street of Yasurahi-no-michi, just an 8 minute walk from either JR or Kintetsu Nara Stations.
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Italian flair meets Japanese finesse
ACQUA PULITA
Hormone Set
¥980
Address: 954 Kidera-cho, Nara, 630-8306
Tel: 0742-26-1329
Hours: 17:00 - 22:00 (L.O. 21:30)
Sat & Sun Lunch: 11:30 - 14:00
Closed: Irregular
YAKINIKU KOBO MOKU
High quality meat for your mental and physical well being
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DESCRIPTION:
Moku's stated goal is to add vitality to both body and soul and put a smile on your face. Their secret lies in their commitment to quality control, a special charcoal grilling technique that keeps the meat as succulent as possible and their homemade secret sauce. Loved by the local community for over 20 years.
MENU DETAILS:
Moku's menu is quite straightforward. There is a full selection of yakinuku cuts to choose from and several traditional side dishes to complement - raw cabbage, kimchi, daikon salad etc. The English menu is clear and easy to understand. It's also a great weekend lunch spot.
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Located just a 2-minutes walk from Kintetsu Nara Station
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