Nikko Maruhide Shokudo — Restaurant in Nikko

This unassuming restaurant is run by a lovely couple who make amazing food! We really weren’t expecting much, but the hospitality and warmth of the owners really brought a smile to my face. When my husband had to go park the car in another location, they came and covered his food with plastic wrap and offered to replace it again when he came back (he was gone for less than 10mins).

Also, the food is fantastic - homey, hearty and with vegan and vegetarian options. My husband had the pork curry and I had the fried yuba (Nikko speciality) on rice. It also came with a delicious onion miso soup that was full-bodied and sweet. Amazing!

Did I mention the place is dog friendly?! A must to visit for lunch when you’re in Nikko!

The only warning is that this place is a little old and rundown, so don’t be scared! It’s still...

We were dragged in by the owner promising us "Nikko's traditional cheesecake". When she presented us the menu we thought the cheesecake did not look at all as we had seen it in shops and queried her again if that was Nikko's cheesecake, to what she reassured us so. When the cake came, it was a dissapointing non-baked soft cheese cake looking and tasting nothing like the Nikko's cheesecake. We felt tricked for being tourists (who she thought would not notice the difference). The cake was also overpriced. So overall, a very...

Like many others we were ushered in by the owner! You can politely decline if you wish but it's a family run business and a pretty decent stop to try some yuba so we didn't mind too much. Tomato yuba ramen was nice and their katsu curry sauce is yummy and rich. Smiley and prompt service - check out the front page of the menu for the family photo! Contrary to others we didn't wait long for food and the green tea is nice...