11 Recommended Lunch Spots on Ishigaki Island! Discover Each Restaurant’s Highlights, Hours, and How to Get There!

Recommended by locals!
Introducing popular lunches that you should never miss!

Are you wondering where to go for lunch on Ishigaki Island?

From popular Yaeyama soba restaurants that you can't miss to hidden gems loved by locals, Ishigaki Island is full of lunch spots that will make your trip more satisfying.

In this article, we’ll introduce a carefully curated selection of the latest lunch spots that are popular with both tourists and locals!

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11 Recommended Lunch Spots on Ishigaki Island!

Without further ado, here are our top 11 recommended lunch spots on Ishigaki Island.

If you are not sure which restaurant to choose, please check it out!

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YAKINIKU USHIGAKI

"YAKINIKU USHIGAKI," which opened in June 2026, is,Gaining attention as one of Ishigaki Island’s leading yakiniku restaurantsThis is a highly recommended spot you should definitely check out!

We use our signature sauce and salt so you can enjoy our carefully selected Ishigaki beef at its very best.

Its stylish interior and extraordinary dedication to serving top-quality meat quickly made it the talk of the town, and it has now become such a wildly popular spot that there are often days when reservations are impossible to get.

If you're looking for a special place to celebrate an anniversary or a date and want to savor the finest Ishigaki beef, be sure toWe recommend making your reservation as early as possible.I will do so!

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French Restaurant
St. ELMO ISHIGAKI

On Ishigaki IslandA stunning oceanfront restaurant with the best views of the ocean"French Restaurant St. ELMO ISHIGAKI."

Chef Kiyota, a Michelin one-star recipient, showcases his culinary skills to serve a luxurious lunch featuring seasonal island ingredients such as Ishigaki beef. We also offer a wide selection of casual dishes, including hamburgers, pasta, and acai bowls.

We also recommend stopping by the café to enjoy some stylish drinks. Please relax and enjoy a special, leisurely moment while gazing out at the emerald-blue sea.

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Yaeyama Soba: Kunatsuyu

Yaeyama soba restaurant where locals also go to enjoy the simple taste of home.

It is now so popular with tourists that a line can form immediately after the restaurant opens. Please visit with plenty of time to spare.

Yaeyama buckwheat noodles, shishu and black purple riceThe menu is simple, with only one dish, but it is a satisfying bowl of soup, with a richness that lies deep within the light bonito broth.

There is a small dining room, so it is recommended to bring children!

Yaeyama Soba & Rice Bowls: Kimi Shokudo

The original using Miyako misosoba with misoKimi Shokudo is famous for itsCurry and rice bowlsWith a wide variety of menu items such as the following, this is a restaurant that you will want to return to again and again.

The large onigiri (rice balls) of jushi (Okinawan-style cooked rice) next to the cash register are also very tasty.

The menu is extensive, so your children will be satisfied!

Yaeyama Soba & Set Meals: Hirara Shoten

Winner of the Grand Prix at the Y-1 Grand Prix 2014 for the Yaeyama SobaSpicy Miso Sobais the signature menu item at Taira Shoten.

The soba noodles with a rich broth and a lot of meat will surely satisfy even the hungriest of eaters.

For those who want to eat with gusto, we also recommend the set meals of simmered pork cutlet and chicken nanban!

Yaeyama Soba & Set Meals: Arakawa Shokudo

It is an at-home diner that is well-liked by locals, but since it is a popular restaurant, you may have to wait in line during lunch hours.

The signature menu itemBeef soup and beef sobaand other standard set menus such as tonkatsu set meal and karaage set meal.

The carefully prepared beef soba is a must-try in Ishigaki Island.

Italian: AZZURRA

AZZURRA is located at the entrance of Euglena Mall,Excellent Italian food using a variety of island vegetables and ingredients.This is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in the

For lunch, we recommend the excellent pasta, but you can also order a la carte and dolce.

How about a toast with a glass of chilled wine from noon? How about it?

Yaeyama Soba & Set Meals: Mikawa Shokudo

This is another hole-in-the-wall restaurant, Mikawa Shokudo, popular among locals.In addition to Yaeyama soba, ramen noodles are also available,Bean-curd soup with boiled tofuThe cafeteria offers a wide variety of menu items, such as the "YU-NN-CHICKEN" and "YU-NN-CHICKEN" set menus.

Yaeyama soba noodles are available with a choice of sticky fresh noodles or the usual boiled noodles. Recommended for children!

Yaeyama Soba & Set Meals: Yasu and Kama's Restaurant

Yasu and Kamaa" is a rustic, old-fashioned restaurant that offers a relaxing atmosphere with a touch of Ishigaki Island style.

You can enjoy Yaeyama soba, soki soba, and a variety of chanpuru set menus, but the recommendation of repeat customers is to try the(in comedy) repeating the same gag or silly line".

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Thai Cuisine: SIAM THAI HOUSE

Ishigaki Island has seen an increase in Thai restaurants in recent years.

SIAM THAI HOUSE offers authentic Thai cuisine served by Thai people.

The standardPad Thai or green curryand other authentic menu items that only an authentic chef can offer, making this a restaurant that you will want to return to again and again.

Yaeyama Soba: Park Teahouse

Located in Kabira Park in Kabira Bay, a popular sightseeing spot in Ishigaki Island, Koen Teahouse offers a variety of dishes such as curry and chanpuru, in addition to Yaeyama soba, and has a truly teahouse-like atmosphere.

Kamaboko in the shape of Ishigaki Islandis the only one on board!

Zenzai and shaved ice are also available, making it the perfect place to take a break after a day of fun at Kabira Bay.

Park Chaya Basic Information

Location: 934-37 Kabira, Ishigaki City, Okinawa Prefecture
Access: 30 minutes by car from Shin-Ishigaki Airport
Hours of operation: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Thursday

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Kabira Bay" SUP Tour★Michelin Guide 3-star Tour★Free Photo & Pick-up Service (No.301)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

Ishigaki Island/Half Day] Same-day reservation OK! Kabira Bay" Kayak Tour ★Free Photo & Pick-up & Drop-off (No.302)開始時間9:00-11:30 / 13:30-16:00所要時間Approx. 2.5 hours14,500 yen →7,900yen

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This time, we introduced Ishigaki Island gourmet (lunch) recommended by locals.

When you visit Ishigaki Island, please try a delicious lunch at the restaurants introduced here!

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