Looking for the best donburi in Hiroshima? We highlighted the best rice bowls you can find in Hiroshima!
Donburi, which translates to a rice bowl, is quite popular in most of Japan. In Hiroshima, it’s not different, as this Japanese rice bowl is easy to prepare and affordable to make.
There are many types of donburi, depending on the toppings of choice. Whether it’s seafood, beef, pork, chicken, or tempura, your options are varied.
You will find most of the rice bowls served at syokudo and teishoku or casual restaurants where you will find most food staples in Japanese homes. If you are wondering where to eat donburi in Hiroshima, here are some recommendations:
1. Marumi Shokudō
This shokodu restaurant on Hondori is quite popular for its generous serving of rice bowls. Katsudon, or pork cutlet rice bowl, in particular, is the word of mouth. They are not served in a typical bowl of fluffy rice but instead complemented with soup and a side dish.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 10 AM - 5 PM (closed on Sunday)
Contact: +81 82-242-6129
Address: 1-20, Hondori, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Japan
2. Mendokoro Sakaeya
This restaurant mainly serves udon noodles, but donburi is something you should not miss. From katsudon to gyudon to tendon, your options are varied. But one thing you should try is its hearty oyakodon or chicken and egg rice bowl. You will never look oyakodon the same way again.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 8:30 PM (closed on Sunday)
Contact: +81 82-247-5553
Address: 4-８ Nakamachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Japan
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3. Kome Kome Shokudo
This typical casual Japanese restaurant serves an array of affordable local staples, from yakisoba and udon to karaage and tonkatsu and even Wagyu beef. A standout from its menu is the kaisendon or seafood rice bowl, which gives you a mishmash of seafood that’s bursting with flavors.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 10 PM (closed on Wednesday and Thursday)
Contact: +81 82-241-8138
Address: 1 Chome-5-3 Kamiyacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Japan
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4. Halelea
A local crowd favorite, Halelea offers different dishes you will find in Japanese homes at a reasonable price. But they don’t stop there. They also offer a Wagyu beef steak, curry rice, and all sorts of local fare. The one thing you should find on the menu is gyudon or beef rice bowl.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 3 PM (Monday to Saturday), 5:30 - 8 PM (Monday to Friday)
Contact: +81 82-243-8829
Address: 4-16, Komachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Japan
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5. Shian
This one’s frequently visited by locals, but more and more tourists have discovered Shian. Thanks to its hearty meals that are both affordable and delicious. They serve typical Japanese dishes such as karaage, soba, curry rice, ramen, and more. However, if you’re looking for the best rice bowl, go check out their gyudon!
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM - 2 PM, 5:30 - 9 PM (Monday to Sunday)
Contact: +81 82-232-7771
Address: 1 Chome-3-1 Sakaimachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, Japan
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There are so many restaurants in Hiroshima that offer different kinds of donburi. These are just on top of our head. Be sure to roam around town to find the best.
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