Nicol’s
Yufuinchokawakami, Yufu
Restaurant in Yufu, Japan
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Nicol's is a practical afternoon choice in Yufu if the goal is a calm stop inside Tamanoyu rather than a fully documented destination meal. It is easier to recommend for a drink-led pause than for dinner, especially when B-speak offers a clearer low-spend comparison point.
About Nicol’s
Nicol's in Yufu is open daily from 1–5 PM. That makes it a practical afternoon option to consider, rather than a dinner plan, chef-led destination, awards chase, or price-led meal comparison.
A daytime stop, not a full dinner plan
Its hours point clearly toward afternoon use, so this works better as a mid-itinerary break than as the anchor for dinner. That matters in Yufu, where many travelers are planning around limited opening windows and other reservations. If the day needs a simple afternoon stop, Nicol's may fit; it does not specify a cuisine style, named specialties, service format, or price-led comparison.
Nicol's is open every day from 1–5 PM. For diners trying to optimize one limited meal in Yufu, compare it carefully with other options before committing.
Where it sits among Yufu options
For another option to compare, B-speak is a natural reference point. Budouya, Keikaen, Yufuincho Kawakami, and Yunotake-Ann are other names to consider when deciding whether Nicol's afternoon hours fit your plan.
Quick reference: choose Nicol's only if a daily 1–5 PM window works for your itinerary; use our full Yufu restaurants guide, our full Yufu hotels guide, our full Yufu bars guide, our full Yufu wineries guide, and our full Yufu experiences guide if the day needs a tighter plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒879-5102 Oita, Yufu, Yufuincho Kawakami, 2731-1 玉の湯 内
- Website
- tamanoyu.co.jp/bar
- Phone
- +81 977-85-2160
Venue details
Ambiance
A calm, low-key lounge atmosphere that feels polished and traditional, suited to a relaxed tea or evening drink.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Gorgonzola cheesecake
- Shojin beans
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒879-5102 Oita, Yufu, Yufuincho Kawakami, 2731-1 玉の湯 内
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒879-5102 Oita, Yufu, Yufuincho Kawakami, 2731-1 玉の湯 内 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Budouya, Notable alternative
- Yufuincho Kawakami, Notable alternative
- B-speak, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Keikaen, Notable alternative
- Yunotake-Ann, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Nicol's compares in Yufu
Nicol's is the easier choice for a quiet afternoon stop, while B-speak is the clearer value play because its JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 range gives travelers a firmer spending expectation. If budget certainty matters, start with B-speak; if setting matters more than price visibility, Nicol's has the stronger ryokan context.
Against Budouya, Yufuincho Kawakami, Keikaen, and Yunotake-Ann, Nicol's is less useful as a meal-first decision because cuisine, pricing, and format are harder to compare from the available details. Treat it as the low-friction option for a pause, not the place to optimize a single Yufu meal.
For travelers who cannot fit it in, cross-shop B-speak for easier price planning or Yunotake-Ann if the priority is staying within the Yufu dining circuit while comparing a more meal-oriented option.
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Compare Nicol’s
| Venue | Location | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicol’s | Yufu | , | No published awards |
| Budouya | Yufu | , | Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 · #9 |
| Yufuincho Kawakami | Yufu | , | No published awards |
| B-speak | Yufu | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Tabelog 100 - Sweets - WEST - 2023 · #41 |
| Keikaen | Yufu | , | No published awards |
| Yunotake-Ann | Yufu | , | No published awards |
How Nicol's Yufu compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Nicol's?
Plan around an afternoon visit, because Nicol's is open every day from 1–5 PM. It is located in Yufu, so it works better as part of a Yufu daytime plan than as a dinner stop.
Is Nicol's good for a special occasion?
It may fit if your occasion calls for a Yufu stop during the 1–5 PM window. It does not offer dinner service, a tasting-menu format, a specific cuisine style, or a special-occasion setup, so confirm directly if those factors matter.
What are other options to compare with Nicol's?
B-speak, Budouya, Keikaen, Yufuincho Kawakami, and Yunotake-Ann are other names to compare when deciding whether Nicol's daily 1–5 PM hours suit your plan.
Can Nicol's accommodate groups?
Information on group accommodation is not available. The key planning fact is the daily 1–5 PM opening window, so groups should confirm current arrangements directly before relying on Nicol's for a shared stop.
Is lunch or dinner better at Nicol's?
Nicol's is open from 1–5 PM every day. A dinner visit is not possible given its hours; if you need an evening plan, compare other Yufu dining or names such as Budouya or Keikaen.
