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ACME
ACME is a little out of the way (about 10 minutes' walk south of the CBC building), but it's worth the trip. Inside it's spacious and the atmosphere is modern but warm. The staff is professional and friendly. The menu is varied and changes with the seasons. You can easily request vegetarian food, even vegan dishes, because the chefs know what they're doing! They have a nice wine list, which also changes frequently, depending on availability. And they're open till 5:00, so if you're hungry after a night of drinking, forget ramen and give your body something delicious and nutritious. The prices are really reasonable!
OPEN: Tuesday-Sunday 6:00p.m. ~ 5:00a.m.
TEL: 052-242-7070
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C.R.E.A.M.
There's a new place to go! C.R.E.A.M. is kind of a sports bar and dance club all in one. It's free to get in on weekdays, and on Friday & Saturday it's just ¥1000 for women and ¥1500 for men, and that includes two drinks! They're open from 8pm and they stay open late, so when you're out and you feel like dancing, stop in!
OPEN: every day 8:00p.m. ~ 5:00a.m.
TEL: 052-261-1766 • Naka-ku, Sakake 3-10-11 3F
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DA CARLO
Everyone who knows me knows that I love Italian food! And DA CARLO is my favorite Italian restaurant! The atmosphere is casual but the food is extra special! My friends and I go there as often as we can, especially when we have something to celebrate! I always order the PIZZA GENOVESE, which is a green pizza with gorgonzola cheese and pesto! DELICIOUS! I like the penne arrabiata and spinach salad, too! And of course a bottle of red wine is a must!
OPEN: Tue~Sat 5:00p.m.~11:30p.m. and Sun.-Holidays ~ 11:00p.m.
TEL: 052-231-2610 • Naka-ku, Sakae 1-24-26 1F
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D'S KITCHEN
I love the simplicity of D's Kitchen. This is the place to go if you're super hungry and you feel like pasta! The owner/chef studied in Italy, so it's no wonder the food is great! And the portions are large! You can get a double (or at lunch time even a triple) serving for just a little more money. (single=¥600, double=¥700, triple=¥800!). And if you're thirsty, beer starts at ¥350 and cocktails start at ¥400.
OPEN: Mon.~Sat. 11:00a.m. ~ 3:00p.m. 5:00p.m. ~ 10:00p.m.
TEL: 052-735-4899 • Chikusa-ku, Uchiyama 3-26-17 Custom Bld. 1F
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ELEPHANT'S NEST
This is a very casual English pub run by Mr. & Mrs. Kishi. They are super friendly, and the staff and customers are too. I think it's a great place for students to go and hear/speak English, since most of the customers are foreign and don't speak much Japanese. They have fish and chips, stew, and even vegetarian dishes! And of course they have all kinds of beer. I usually eat a mini pizza and have a diet coke!
OPEN: Sunday~Thursday 5:30p.m. ~ 1:00a.m. Friday-Saturday 5:30~2:00a.m.
TEL: 232-4360 • Naka-ku, Sakae 1-4-3 2F (Between Hard Rock and the Hilton)
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The 59's Diner
This is definitely one of the happiest places in Nagoya! It doesn't matter when you go--on a week night, on the weekend, early hours, or so-late-it's-early -- Tomoya and his staff are always in a party mood. And their spirit is contagious! You can't leave there in a bad mood. It's also hard to leave there without doing at least one shot! Don't say I didn't warn you!
OPEN: Monday~Saturday 5:00p.m. ~ LATE!! Sunday 5:00~12:00a.m.
TEL: 052-971-0566 • Naka-ku, Sakae 3-15-10 Tower Bld. B1
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GARUVA
Garuva has been around for more than 15 years, but many people still haven't discovered this quiet, relaxing oasis. It's right downtown (a few blocks south of iDbar), but once you're inside, you'll forget about the grime and noise of the city. Here you have your privacy--each table is covered in a tent, each tent is lit by candel light. Gentle music soothes away the stresses of the day. The drink menu helps soothe away stress, too! And the menu (Thai based) has something to offer everyone, those who just want to nibble and those with the serious munchies!
OPEN: Every day 6:00p.m. ~ Late.
TEL: 052-251-6155 • Naka-ku, Sakae 3-22-4 1F
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GARY'S
For years this has been my home away from home! I stop in for dinner and a show at least once a week, and I have celebrated every birthday at Gary's for the past 15 years! The house band plays every night and they are always fantastic. Other musicians that play around town (and even famous musicians visiting Nagoya) are sure to drop in Gary's to check out the fantastic live music. They have a great menu--I love their super thin crust pizza--and the staff is really friendly!
OPEN: Monday ~ Saturday 8:00p.m. ~ 4:00a.m. Sunday 6:00p.m. ~ 2:00a.m.
TEL: 052-263-4710 • Naka-ku, Sakae 4-2-10 Kozakura Bld. B2
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KATATUMURI
The name means SNAIL and owner Takaaki has created a relaxing space around the SLOW FOOD, SLOW ARTS theme. Built in a remodeled warehouse, Katatumuri is modern and spacious. They're open 12pm-12am weekdays and 2pm-12am on Sat. & Sun., so you can go for lunch, dinner, or just drinks. I like to go for lunch and and usually order pasta or a pizza, but they have curry, salads and more. Plus they have FREE WI-FI, so I can take my computer with me and do some work while I wait. Click on 'more info' for some pics of the interior. If you check out the website you'll see Takaaki also owns BAR MAVERICK, a darts bar that attracts a crowd of serious, enthusiastic darts players. This is NOT a slow darts kind of place! If you'd like to participate in darts tournaments, Takaaki or the staff can give you details.
OPEN: Every day 12:00p.m. ~ 12:00a.m.
TEL: 052-201-3527 • Naka-ku, Marunouchi2-14-15 Kawai Bld. 2F
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MISFITS
This spot is a little off the beaten path, but I think they like it that way. The food is simple but tasty and the prices are rock bottom. The regulars are true Nagoya irregulars! Most of the foreigners have been here for quite a while and aren't going anywhere anytime soon. They are an older crowd, an artsy group, and a pretty friendly bunch of folks. Here are the owners of Misfits: (from left) Joe Sichi, Dave Gawron, and Elma Cruz (foreground).
OPEN: 6:00p.m. ~ LATE Closed Wednesday
TEL: 052-733-7525 • Naka-ku, Imaike 4-10-16, Imaike Bee House 3F
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NISHIJ-JIN
This is one of my newest discoveries! Actually a friend (Thanks Mary!) recommended the place. It's a small shop with only a counter. The owner, Asai san, runs the shop by himself. He uses only the best ingredients and hand makes all the kushiage. His ordering system is unusual. After you sit down, you order drinks and then he starts making kushiage for everyone. You don't have to order. He gives you and every other customer one skewer at a time. He keeps serving you various kinds of kushiage until you say STOP. Vegetarians, don't worry! Tell him you're a veggie and he'll make only vegetables for you! If you have a chance to go, please stop out and visit him!
OPEN: Mon-Wed-Thu-Fri-Sat 5:00p.m. ~ 10:30p.m. Sun-Hol ~ 10:00 Closed Tue.
TEL: 052-782-6074 • Chikusa-ku, Hoshigaoka 2-chome 39, Kayano Bld. 1F
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OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
This is the place to go when you're hungry for a steak dinner. Or maybe you're craving a plate of ribs or chicken or their famous blooming onion! The staff is super friendly and they speak English. They get lots of practice because Outback is really popular with the foreign crowd--especially the men! Don't forget their open for lunches on weekends, too.
OPEN: Nightly 5:00p.m. ~ 12:00a.m. + Sat.-Sun.-Holidays 11:30a.m.-2:00p.m.
TEL: 052-968-7800 •Naka-ku, Nishiki 3-24-22 JPR Nagoya Sakae Bld. B1
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RED ROCK
On weekends you'll often find me at Nagoya's only Aussie Bar & grill. I usually have the veggie nachos, but my friends dig into the Nagoya's biggest burger (THE OZ BURGER), the MEAT PIE or the SURF & TURF (surf=seafood & turf =steak). You can round it off with Foster's beer or a nice Australian wine. It gets pretty crowded on weekends, so if you have a big dinner party, you might want to make a reservation.
OPEN: Every day 5:30p.m. ~ LATE
TEL: 052-262-7893 • Naka-ku, Sakae 4-14-6 Aster Bld. 2F
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SHOOTERS
This is Nagoya's most famous foreign hangout and its success is no surprise. Owner Chris works hard to make his customers happy. The staff is friendly, the food is great and the prices are reasonable. They have daily specials, pool tournaments, live music, live sports on the many TV screens, and free internet--you can even bring your own computer and connect wirelessly! If you're new to Nagoya, you'll make friends here. If you've been here for a while, you'll run into familiar faces!
OPEN: Monday~Friday 5:00p.m. ~ 3:00a.m. Friday-Saturday 11:30a.m. ~ 2:00a.m.
TEL: 052-202-7077
Naka-ku, Sakae 9-2-26 Pola Bld. 2F (2 blocks south of Fushimi Exit #5)
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SUMAI NO ICHIBAN
Sumai no Ichiban is a local real estate agency. They make a special effort to suit the specific needs of all their customers.
TEL: 937-5555
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JAVAN RESTAURANT
It's a little off the beaten path, but if you'd like to try some Iranian food, this is the place to go! Javan and his family always make the guests feel welcome. They serve other kinds of food besides Iranian, including Russian, Romanian and some Italian food. And for dessert they have Turkish ice cream! Valeriya also offers free internet service for customers.
OPEN: Every day 4:00p.m. ~ 4:00a.m.
TEL: 052-936-2019 • Higashi-ku, Shindeki 2-8-35
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VOICE CALIFORNIA CUISINE
Voice is one of my favorite places and it's one of the few Nagoya nightclubs with an American house band. The musicians are top notch and the music ranges from Motown to jazz to R&B, with a little disco thrown in for fun. The food at Voice is also excellent. The cover is Y1800 , but you can stay and watch as many shows as you like. If you go before 10:00 during the week, be sure to pick up a coupon in ET PEOPLE! and you'll get in for free! So go for dinner and stay for a couple of shows!
OPEN: Monday ~ Saturday 6:00p.m. ~ 4:00p.m.
TEL: 052-953-3454 • Naka-ku, Nishiki 3-8-21 Nagoya Plaza Inn B1
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