3 Best Restaurants in Sendai, Tohoku

Claiming to be the birthplace of Sendai's famous gyutan (grilled beef tongue), this little hole in the wall proudly serves excellent and inexpensive meals. It is a very casual environment but can get crowded with lines forming before opening.

This good choice for seafood and sake offers can't-beat lunch deals. However, it's not all seafood, so rest assured that the Miyagi area, also known for its beef, is ready to show off. The place is very casual and also a great spot to sit at the counter and watch chefs at work.

In its lively neighborhood, a curtain next to a big red paper lantern leads to this inviting eatery where kinki (deepwater white fish) are carefully grilled on a charcoal fire and other delectables are served. The interior is quaint and inviting, and the walls are plastered with signed posters and artifacts from celebrities.