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    Tabelog 2025

    Koide

    Kanazawa

    Restaurant in Kanazawa, Japan

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    Price

    JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999

    Dress

    Casual

    Why go

    A Tabelog-recognized izakaya in Kanazawa where the focus is Hokuriku fish and regional sake at JPY 20,000–29,999 per head. The chef sources from Kanazawa's morning markets and forages wild mountain vegetables in Ishikawa. Counter seating, tatami raised area, and a sake list that justifies the premium. Book for a serious sake-and-fish evening rather than quick casual dining.

    About Koide

    Should you book Koide for a Kanazawa night out? Yes, if you are comfortable with a higher dinner budget: the price range is JPY 20,000–29,999. Koide is listed in Tabelog’s 2025 Izakaya 100, West selection, and the dress code is casual, so the appeal is a premium but not formal evening in Kanazawa.

    Koide opens for dinner from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday. Plan on dinner rather than lunch. Beyond the price, hours, casual dress code, and Tabelog recognition, check seating layout, menu format, signature dishes, drinks, reservation rules, and service style directly before booking.

    What You're Ordering

    Do not book Koide around a specific signature dish, tasting-menu format, à la carte setup, beverage specialty, portion size, or dietary accommodation. Treat Koide as a premium Kanazawa dinner option with a JPY 20,000–29,999 budget.

    If you are comparing options, Koide’s clearest distinction is its combination of Kanazawa location, evening-only hours, casual dress code, higher price range, and Tabelog 2025 Izakaya 100 West recognition. For the actual day’s menu, booking policy, and any preferences or restrictions, confirm directly with the restaurant.

    Where It Fits in Kanazawa

    Koide sits in Kanazawa’s higher-budget casual dining range based on its JPY 20,000–29,999 price band. It may be compared with comparable venues such as ORIGO, Shusui Daigo, Ajiraku Yumemi, and Sumi Sakana Sakana Wanaka. For travelers planning a dining itinerary, Koide is best understood as a dinner-only, casual-dress venue with a premium spend.

    Tabelog recognition is a useful signal, but it should not be stretched into assumptions about chef background, sourcing, service, seating, or menu style. For broader Kanazawa dining context, see our full Kanazawa restaurants guide. If you’re extending your stay, our Kanazawa hotels guide and Kanazawa bars guide offer additional recommendations.

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    Restaurant contextKanazawa, Japan

    Planning details

    Location
    5-5 Kasaichimachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0851, Japan
    Website
    ameblo.jp/sake-koide
    Phone
    +81 76-221-5190
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    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A small, casual and slightly old-school izakaya with counter and raised tatami-style seating, warm lighting, shelves of sake bottles, and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere that feels like a classic neighborhood spot for serious drinking and food.

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    Best For

    After WorkCasual HangoutGroup Dining

    Experience

    Standalone

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Small

    Signature Dishes

    • sashimi selection
    • grilled nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch)
    • tempura assortment
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    5-5 Kasaichimachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0851, Japan
    Planning details

    Location

    5-5 Kasaichimachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0851, Japan · Directions

    +81 76-221-5190

    ameblo.jp/sake-koide

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • Shusui Daigo, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
    • 鮨一èª, Notable alternative
    • Sumi Sakana Sakana Wanaka, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
    • ORIGO, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
    • Ajiraku Yumemi, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
    Restaurant context

    At JPY 20,000–29,999 per head, Koide sits at the upper end of Kanazawa's izakaya scene. Shusui Daigo and Ajiraku Yumemi both deliver excellent fish-focused evenings in the JPY 6,000–7,999 range, making them better choices if you're looking for value or want to sample multiple izakaya during your trip. Sumi Sakana Sakana Wanaka also operates in that lower price band and offers easier walk-in availability for spontaneous dinners.

    ORIGO matches Koide's price tier (JPY 20,000–29,999) but trades the casual izakaya format for a more composed, service-driven experience. If you prefer a quieter room and plated presentations, ORIGO is the better pick. If you're anchoring your evening around sake exploration and want direct access to bottles you won't find elsewhere, Koide's list and pricing structure make it worth the premium.

    Booking difficulty remains manageable at Koide compared to Kanazawa's top-tier kaiseki spots. Solo travelers face a constraint (reservations require two or more guests), but parties of two or more can secure tables with a week's notice during most seasons. For travelers splitting their Kanazawa dining budget across multiple nights, consider Shusui Daigo or Ajiraku Yumemi for everyday izakaya experiences and reserve Koide for the evening you dedicate to sake and premium fish.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Koide good for a special occasion?

    It can be, if your occasion suits a casual setting and a premium dinner budget. The price range is JPY 20,000–29,999, and the dress code is casual. Ask about ambience, seating, and service style when booking.

    Is lunch or dinner better at Koide?

    Plan for dinner. Koide is open 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and closed Sunday.

    Can I eat at the bar at Koide?
    What are alternatives to compare with Koide?

    Comparison venues include Shusui Daigo, ORIGO, Ajiraku Yumemi, and Sumi Sakana Sakana Wanaka. Compare current menu, atmosphere, price, and format directly before choosing.

    Is the tasting menu worth it at Koide?

    Do not assume a tasting menu. Koide is in Kanazawa, has a JPY 20,000–29,999 price range, operates for dinner from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday, and has a casual dress code.

    What should a first-timer know about Koide?

    Plan for dinner only, with hours from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and closure on Sunday. Budget JPY 20,000–29,999, dress casually, and confirm any reservation, seating, menu, or drinks details directly.