Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan

Menya Kitara

Name: Menya Kitara
Address: Japan, 〒460-0016 Aichi, Nagoya, Naka Ward, Tachibana, 1 Chome−28−6 近藤ビル １Ｆ, Nagoya, JP
Telephone: +81 52-332-5515

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About Menya Kitara

A 16-seat ramen counter near Higashi Betsuin Station, selected for Tabelog 100 — Ramen — AICHI in 2025, 2024, 2020, 2019. Bowls run JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 across ramen, abura-soba, maze-soba, tsukemen categories, with two daily service windows (11 AM–1:45 PM, 6 PM–7:45 PM) that sell out regularly. No reservations; walk-ins only, with easiest access on weekday lunches before noon.

Is Menya Kitara worth considering in Nagoya? The verified details are straightforward: it is a casual venue with a listed price range of JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999, it operates with both midday and evening service windows from Tuesday through Sunday. Monday is closed.

Because the verified location detail is limited to Nagoya, plan around the city rather than a specific neighborhood from this guide. Current verified hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 11 AM–1:45 PM and 6–7:45 PM; Monday is closed. The dress code is casual.

Why the Tabelog 100 Nod Matters

Menya Kitara is listed for Tabelog 100 - Ramen - AICHI - 2025. That recognition provides a useful signal for diners comparing options, but the verified record here should not be stretched into claims about multiple years, rankings, scores, seating, service rules, or specific dishes.

How It Stacks Up Against Other Options

Within the verified information available, Menya Kitara is best framed as a casual Nagoya option in the JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 range. If you are comparing it with other venues such as Fujimi Tei Honten, Kanmidokoro Shibafuku, Reconnaissance, Ozashiki Tempura Ayame, or Teuchi Menpo Maruichi, use each venue’s current listing for details like format, menu, reservations, seating, payment.

For visitors staying near Nagoya's hotel core, Menya Kitara can be considered during its verified service windows. Check the latest local listing before going if timing is important, especially because the confirmed hours are relatively narrow.

For more options, see our full Nagoya restaurants guide. Menya Kitara’s verified profile is concise: Nagoya, casual dress, JPY 1,000–1,999, closed Mondays, open Tuesday through Sunday for 11 AM–1:45 PM and 6–7:45 PM service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Menya Kitara handle dietary restrictions?

Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not verified in the available data. If you need strict dietary accommodation, contact the shop directly before visiting.

Is Menya Kitara good for a special occasion?

Menya Kitara is verified as casual, with a listed price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. For a more formal special occasion, compare current details for other venues such as Fujimi Tei Honten or Ozashiki Tempura Ayame before deciding.

Is midday or evening better at Menya Kitara?

Both midday and evening hours are verified: Tuesday through Sunday, 11 AM–1:45 PM and 6–7:45 PM. Monday is closed. The available data does not verify crowd patterns, sellouts, or reservations, so choose based on your schedule and confirm current hours before going.

What are alternatives to Menya Kitara?

comparisons venues include Teuchi Menpo Maruichi, Fujimi Tei Honten, Kanmidokoro Shibafuku, Reconnaissance, Ozashiki Tempura Ayame. Check each venue’s current listing for verified details on menu, format, hours, pricing.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Menya Kitara?

A tasting menu is not verified in the available data. The confirmed details are the Nagoya location, casual dress code, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, listed operating hours.

Can I eat at the bar at Menya Kitara?

Specific seating details are not verified in the available data. Confirm directly with the venue if seating format matters for your visit.

Location

Japan, 〒460-0016 Aichi, Nagoya, Naka Ward, Tachibana, 1 Chome−28−6 近藤ビル１Ｆ

Nagoya, Japan

Compare Menya Kitara

Quick Value Check: Menya Kitara

Venue	Price
Menya Kitara	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Kanmidokoro Shibafuku	- JPY 999
Reconnaissance	JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Teuchi Menpo Maruichi	- JPY 999
Fujimi Tei Honten	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Ozashiki Tempura Ayame	JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999

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Kanmidokoro Shibafuku, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Reconnaissance, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Teuchi Menpo Maruichi, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Fujimi Tei Honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Ozashiki Tempura Ayame, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999

At JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999, Menya Kitara occupies the same budget tier as Fujimi Tei Honten but commands a stronger award record (Tabelog 100 selections in four separate years versus Fujimi Tei's single nod). For value hunters willing to drop below JPY 999, both Teuchi Menpo Maruichi and Kanmidokoro Shibafuku offer cheaper entry points, though neither carries the same consistency signal. If price matters less than ambiance, Reconnaissance (JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 dinner) shifts the meal into a seated, plated experience, while Ozashiki Tempura Ayame (JPY 30,000–JPY 39,999) moves into special-occasion territory with private rooms and tempura omakase.

Menya Kitara's counter-only format favors solo diners and pairs over groups, if you're booking for four or more, Fujimi Tei Honten or Kanmidokoro Shibafuku offer better table configurations. For travelers prioritizing speed and reliability during a tight Nagoya layover, the shop's no-reservations policy and narrow service windows (11 AM–1:45 PM, 6 PM–7:45 PM) require timing rather than booking, but the payoff is a bowl that arrives within minutes of ordering. If you want the cheapest option regardless of awards, go to Teuchi Menpo Maruichi; if you want the most consistent bowl under JPY 2,000 with multiple years of Tabelog 100 recognition, Menya Kitara is the safer bet.