Shisen Sai Hiro
Meitō, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A 14-seat Sichuan counter in suburban Nagoya, Shisen Sai Hiro delivers focused Chinese cooking at JPY 3,000–3,999 for dinner, earning a 2026 Tabelog 100 nod. The counter-only format suits solo diners and pairs; lunch under JPY 2,000 offers better value for first visits. Book ahead for weekends, or try Tuesday lunch for a quieter experience.
About Shisen Sai Hiro
Shisen Sai Hiro is a Nagoya dining option with lunch and dinner price bands: JPY 1,000–1,999 at lunch and JPY 3,000–3,999 at dinner. The restaurant notes casual dress and a weekly schedule that includes lunch service most operating days, dinner service on most operating days, Tuesday lunch only, and a Wednesday closure.
Format and Booking Ease
For seating details, room configuration, reservation rules, payment methods, parking, and service policies, diners should confirm directly before planning around them. The operating pattern is Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with lunch from 11:30 AM–2 PM and dinner from 5:30–9 PM; Tuesday with lunch from 11:30 AM–2 PM only; and Wednesday closed.
Shisen Sai Hiro is best approached with a practical check of current hours and availability before visiting. The casual dress code keeps the planning simple, while the listed price bands make it relatively easy to estimate the meal budget in advance.
Price and Peer Positioning
Shisen Sai Hiro’s price ranges place it at JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch and JPY 3,000–3,999 for dinner. Those figures make it a straightforward option to compare with other dining in Nagoya, including comparable venues such as Shinra Kan Meitou honten, kitchen NOMU, サングリエ, and 本郷おけい鮨.
The venue is listed with Tabelog 100 - Chinese cuisine - EAST - 2026 recognition.
For readers exploring Nagoya restaurants more broadly, Shisen Sai Hiro can be considered as one Nagoya option with casual dress, lunch and dinner price bands, and a schedule that should be checked against the day of the week. Any finer-grained planning details should be confirmed through current official or booking channels.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-713 Takabaridai, Meito Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 465-0061, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aichi/A2301/A230111/23086558
- Phone
- +81 52-385-0577
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, relaxed neighborhood Chinese restaurant with counter seating and a low-key, residential feel.
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Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Opened
- 2023
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-713 Takabaridai, Meito Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 465-0061, Japan
Planning details
Location
1 Chome-713 Takabaridai, Meito Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 465-0061, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shinra Kan Meitou honten, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- , JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- kitchen NOMU, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- サングリエ, Notable alternative
- 本郷おけい鮨, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 3,000–3,999 for dinner, Shisen Sai Hiro undercuts Shinra Kan Meitou honten by roughly half and costs a third of. The tradeoff: Shinra Kan offers private rooms and a broader drinks program, while With operates in a higher-ambition tier with more elaborate service. Shisen Sai Hiro's 14-seat counter prioritizes food over format. For readers seeking value and Tabelog-recognized execution without tableside fanfare, it delivers. Groups larger than four should default to Shinra Kan's flexibility.
Compared to kitchen NOMU, Shisen Sai Hiro offers similar pricing but specializes in Sichuan rather than broader contemporary cuisine. Both are accessible for weeknight dining; kitchen NOMU's central location makes it easier to reach, while Shisen Sai Hiro's suburban Meito Ward address requires a dedicated trip. Booking difficulty is low at both, though Shisen Sai Hiro's counter-only setup limits spontaneous group visits. For solo diners or pairs prioritizing Chinese cuisine, the counter format here provides a more focused experience than kitchen NOMU's multi-course flexibility.
Among Nagoya's mid-tier Chinese options, Shisen Sai Hiro sits closest to neighborhood specialists rather than destination dining rooms. The 2026 Tabelog 100 recognition elevates it above casual spots, but the absence of private rooms or an extensive drinks program keeps expectations calibrated. Readers splitting a Nagoya itinerary between central and suburban stops will find Shisen Sai Hiro a practical choice for a Sichuan-focused meal without the premium attached to downtown competitors.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Shisen Sai Hiro?
Casual dress is appropriate for Shisen Sai Hiro.
Can I eat at the bar at Shisen Sai Hiro?
Is lunch or dinner better at Shisen Sai Hiro?
The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch and JPY 3,000–3,999 for dinner. Lunch is listed from 11:30 AM–2 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; dinner is listed from 5:30–9 PM on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Wednesday is closed.
Is Shisen Sai Hiro good for solo dining?
Key planning details include the Nagoya location, casual dress code, listed hours, and lunch and dinner price ranges. Solo diners should confirm current seating and availability before visiting.
Can Shisen Sai Hiro accommodate groups?
What should a first-timer know about Shisen Sai Hiro?
First-timers should note the price ranges: JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch and JPY 3,000–3,999 for dinner. The restaurant is in Nagoya, dress is casual, Tuesday is lunch-only, and Wednesday is closed.
