NAKADO (中土) Hiroshima

I was completely amazed by how delicious everything was! I was shocked to find such incredible quality at this price. The presentation about the dishes, ingredients, and producers was also very informative, making for a truly satisfying lunch. I was particularly impressed by the salad, the flatfish, the Japanese seabass, the venison, and the melon dessert. However, the dish that resembled pasta made with squid, paired with a truffle sauce, was shockingly delicious. It's a shame that I can't visit every day since it's in Hiroshima. This is a must-visit French restaurant when you're in Hiroshima! Less

A French restaurant listed among the top 100 in Japan.It seems to be featured in both Gault & Millau and Michelin.The chef's homemade sansho (Japanese pepper) ice cream was absolutely incredible.The aroma is completely different from that of sansho found in other restaurants.It was on a different level.The main fish dish had perfectly crispy skin, ranking among the best I've ever had.This place is undoubtedly a restaurant of great skill.While the prices are reasonable,I believe the quality here surpasses that of similar-priced restaurants in Osaka and Kyoto. Less

This is a modern French cuisine that is both sophisticated in taste and visually stunning. Additionally, you can feel a deep commitment to local sourcing and the safety of ingredients.The course maximizes the appeal of ingredients from Setouchi and Hiroshima Prefecture, particularly from the chef's hometown of Kitahiroshima. According to Chef Nakado, he is currently considering combinations with ingredients from other regions to enhance the charm of Hiroshima's produce. I look forward to experiencing new local dishes on my next visit.They sometimes offer game meats such as venison and wild boar, and I appreciate that they measure the internal temperature of the meat while cooking. It’s great to see a focus on both flavor and safety.Here are the dishes served today:1. Skate, potato, and truffle croquettes2. Salad with microgreens from Kitahiroshima3. Tiger fish with junsai and citrus jelly4. Red sea urchin with eggplant and kombu5. Abalone with maitake mushrooms—this dish appears simple but exceeds expectations in flavor6. Freshly baked bread7. Hamo (pike eel) from Setouchi with consomme8. Chef Nakado's specialty, squid cut into thin strips resembling pasta, served with white wine sauce and truffle9. Isaki (grunt fish) with purple asparagus and coquillage10. Wild boar fillet with fromage de tête11. Octopus rice with bouillabaisse12. Three types of dessert and tea: - Ice cream with Japanese pepper - Melon grand dessert - Canelé Less

Located just a 2-minute walk from Hatchobori Station on the Hiroshima streetcar line, NAKADO is a premier gastronomic French restaurant in Hiroshima. Owner-chef Seiji Nakado, who has experience in Michelin-starred restaurants in France, opened this establishment, which has gained popularity and earned 3 Tock marks in "Go! Emiyo" ⭐️The restaurant is a hidden gem on the 5th floor of a building, featuring a calm and sophisticated atmosphere suitable for adults. With 6 counter seats and private rooms, diners can watch Chef Nakado prepare dishes right in front of them, creating an engaging experience enhanced by his stories. The staff is friendly, making it a comfortable place even for first-time visitors ✨I made a reservation for lunch on a weekday, and despite it being daytime, the restaurant was fully booked.The menu offers only the "Lunch Course for JPY 16,500." Dishes made with local ingredients from Hiroshima and the Setouchi region blend classic French cuisine with modern flavors, resulting in both beautiful presentation and delicious taste ✨. Chef Nakado's adventurous dishes kept me eagerly anticipating what would come next as I enjoyed each course.The most shocking dish of the course was the "Clay Pot Rice - Anago Rice Cooked in Bouillabaisse." The sweetness of the anago (conger eel) stood out beautifully amidst the rich flavors of the bouillabaisse, making it incredibly delicious ✨. Simply outstanding ⭐️This course, including drinks, is under JPY 20,000… a great value! I now understand why NAKADO is synonymous with French cuisine in Hiroshima. It was a great meal ✨【Conclusion】If you're looking for French cuisine in Hiroshima City, this is the place! You won't be disappointed with this gastronomic experience ⭐️【Today's Course】*Apologies if there are any mistakes⚫︎ Ray and Truffle Croquette in the Blanquette Style⚫︎ Micro Baby Leaf Salad (with Vinaigrette Sauce)⚫︎ Scad and Seasonal Vegetables⚫︎ Eggplant and Red Sea Urchin⚫︎ Setouchi Abalone and Shitake Mushrooms⚫︎ Hamo Consommé⚫︎ Squid and Truffle⚫︎ Herb Bread⚫︎ Isaki with Coquillage Sauce⚫︎ Duck with Pickled Rakkyo and Charred Bergamot⚫︎ Clay Pot Rice - Anago Rice Cooked in Bouillabaisse⚫︎ Ice Cream with Kinome⚫︎ Melon Dessert⚫︎ Cold Brewed Flavored Tea⚫︎ Canelé with Hōmeishu Less