Steak, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), and Yakitori! A restaurant in Okinawa boasting meat gourmet Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jun 26 2024

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Categories: Yakiniku Yakitori Okinawa Steak

Steak, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), and Yakitori! A restaurant in Okinawa boasting meat gourmet

Okinawa, a popular resort area surrounded by the sea, is not only known for its seafood but also has a reputation for delicious locally-produced meat. From exquisite steak to original Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) and Yakitori, we introduce five restaurants that are not only about taste but also have an attractive atmosphere. Enjoy the liberating air of Okinawa while fully savoring the meat dishes.

See full listings of Yakitori, Yakiniku, and Steak restaurants found in and around Okinawa.

Yakiniku RIKIO

A genuine Yakiniku restaurant that focuses on locally sourced meat and offers rare cuts

An authentic yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant that focuses on locally sourced meat and offers rare cuts

Yakiniku RIKIO, located near Yui Rail Line Tedako-Uranishi Station, offers luxurious meat dishes using the highest quality Ishigaki beef. The restaurant's specialties include the rare 'Shibari Tan,' a unique dish featuring rare tongue wrapped in special green onion sauce, the carefully selected premium fillet 'Chateaubriand,' and the melt-in-your-mouth 'Special Kalbi (Kurashita).' These exquisite dishes are sure to become unforgettable memories of your trip.

steak・yakiniku (japanese bbq)・yakitori! A restaurant in Okinawa boasting meat gourmet

Located within the popular tourist spot American Village, the interior of the store is filled with a luxurious and calm atmosphere. Not only can adults leisurely enjoy gourmet food, but the availability of high chairs makes it convenient for families as well. The menu can be ordered via tablet, offering high convenience, and staff who can speak English and Korean are available, ensuring peace of mind for tourists from abroad.

Yakiniku RIKIO

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 7,999 JPY
Access: 8.4 km from Tedako-Uranishi Station on the Yui Rail Line / 4-minute walk from 'Mihama American Village-Kitaguchi' stop on Ryukyu Bus Chubu Line
Address: 2F, Distortion Fashion Bldg., 9-19, Mihama, Chatan-cho, Nakagami-gun, Okinawa
More Details Reservation

Teppanyaki Steak Shu Miyakojima

Enjoy a lively teppanyaki experience with Miyako beef steak

Enjoy a steak of Miyako beef with a lively teppanyaki experience

A resort area overflowing with beautiful nature, Miyakojima, is home to the Teppanyaki steak restaurant, Steak Shu Miyakojima. You can savor the rare and highly valued black-haired Wagyu beef from Miyakojima, 'Miyako beef,' with their 'Selected Black-Haired Wagyu Fillet 80g' (reservation required). We highly recommend experiencing the tender and richly flavored exquisite taste. Additionally, you can enjoy Teppanyaki dishes featuring branded beef from all over the country and spiny lobsters, accompanied by the chef's splendid performance.

As you step into the store, a large aquarium filled with colorful tropical fish, reminiscent of the sea in Okinawa, immediately catches your eye. The space, with a counter and comfortable chairs lined up in front of a teppan where you can directly experience the sounds and aromas of the ingredients being grilled, exudes a sophisticated atmosphere. The interior, combining black with silver and gold, creates a calm ambiance suitable for spending an elegant time.

Teppanyaki Steak Shu Miyakojima

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Miyako Island Bus Hirara Port Stop / 15-minute drive from Miyako Airport
Address: 1F, K&G Nishizato, 13-1, Hirara Nishizato, Miyakojima-shi, Okinawa
More Details Reservation

Charcoal-grilled Yakitori BOND

A stylish Yakitori restaurant where you can enjoy a new sensation of flavors that pair well with wine

8 minutes on foot from Yui Rail Line Tsubogawa Station. With a stylish exterior that doesn't look like a Yakitori restaurant, Sumibi Yakitori BOND catches the eye. The restaurant is known for its Yakitori skewers, carefully grilled over charcoal, using fresh chicken sourced from Okinawa. The Yakitori, made with a homemade sauce of red wine and fruits, offers a new and delightful taste that pairs well with wine. In addition to skewers, 'Kagoshima Prefecture's free-range chicken Tataki' and 'Kagoshima Prefecture's seared chicken thigh' are also exceptional.

Just like its exterior, the interior of this cozy shop exudes a stylish yet warm atmosphere. At the back of the store, there is a private second floor, which can be reserved for groups of six or more. The owner has curated a diverse selection of wines, which can also be ordered by the glass, making it enjoyable to find the best pairing with your meal. There are also all-you-can-drink courses available that can be chosen according to your budget.

Sumibi Yakitori BOND

Open: [Monday - Thursday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Friday, Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk from Tsubogawa Station on the Yui Rail Line. It is on the first floor next to Poplar Children's Garden.
Address: 1F, Bay Bridge Tsubokawa, 2-5-11, Tsubogawa, Naha-shi, Okinawa
More Details Reservation

Niku Kumoji

A selection of Ryukyu native pork 'Agu' in a rare grilling style

A 5-minute walk from Yui Rail Line Kencho-mae Station, Niku Kumoji is located behind Kokusai Street. This casual Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant offers Okinawan ingredients and flavorful awamori in a lively atmosphere. The recommended dish is the 'Agu Pork Platter,' which includes belly, loin, and sausage of Agu pork, all enjoyed as Yakiniku. While Agu pork is often eaten as Shabu-Shabu (boiled meat slices), grilling it brings out its rich Umami (sweet fat) and juiciness to an astonishing degree.

When you open the door, drawn by the colorful painted exterior, you will find a space that exudes calmness and comfort. The local pork and beef Yakiniku perfectly matches with Okinawa's sake, Awamori, which is so delicious that even those who are not fond of alcohol might find themselves addicted. Additionally, the tableware includes Okinawa's pottery, Yachimun, and Ryukyu glass, allowing you to enjoy the Okinawa atmosphere not only with your taste buds but also with your eyes. The staff can speak English, and English menus are also available.

Niku Kumoji

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: It is across the parking lot from the FamilyMart Kumoji Miebashi store
Address: 102, Yonaha Bldg., 3-23-10, Kumoji, Naha-shi, Okinawa
More Details Reservation

Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-grilled Yakiniku Yamamoto

Casually offering the finest quality Ishigaki beef Yakiniku that can only be savored in its place of origin

Casually offering the finest quality Ishigaki beef yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) that can only be savored in its place of origin

A 10-minute walk from the bus terminal. Located near Ishigaki Port, Ishigaki Beef Charcoal Yakiniku Yamamoto is a Yakiniku restaurant run by a proprietor who fell in love with Ishigaki beef. A must-try dish is the 'Yaki Shabu,' a Yakiniku with a Shabu-Shabu (boiled meat slices) feel, made with premium loin. This menu item, devised by the owner, offers an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness that you can only experience here. The 'Premium Kalbi' and 'Premium Loin,' characterized by their refined and clean sweetness, are also must-try dishes.

steak・yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)・yakitori! A restaurant in Okinawa that prides itself on meat gourmet

The interior of the restaurant, unified with a warm wood grain design, creates a casual atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal in a lively manner. There is a semi-private space with a sunken kotatsu, making it comfortable for families with children, and you can stretch your legs as if sitting on a chair, making it comfortable even for those who are not fond of traditional Japanese seating. One of the restaurant's concepts is to be a 'Yakiniku restaurant that can be enjoyed even by a single person,' so the 12 counter seats are spaciously arranged. A special 'Single Set' for solo diners is also available.

Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-grilled Yakiniku - Yamamoto

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - (until meat supplies last)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 10 minutes walk from the bus terminal
Address: 2-5-18 Hamasaki-cho, Ishigaki, Okinawa
More Details Reservation

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.