What should I order at Kinosuke?
Kinosuke
Salted Salmon
Frequently recommended for its perfect grilling and seasoning, with the salmon described as melting in the mouth and juicy, although some mention the skin can be a bit burnt.
Sweet Sake Mackerel
Highly praised multiple times as delightful and the best mackerel many reviewers have ever had, cooked over charcoal giving it a smoky flavor and tender texture.
Grilled Fish Set (including special set with multiple fish)
Recommended for offering a variety of seasonal grilled fish, providing great value and an opportunity to try different types, with fish noted as juicy, flavorful, and grilled to perfection.
Beef Steak
Mentioned as tender and full of flavor with perfect accompaniments, though one reviewer preferred medium rare while it was served more done; overall well-liked alongside fish dishes.
Vegetable Tempura
Noted as really tasty and a good side dish complementing the grilled items.
Chicken Karaage
Mentioned as surprisingly juicy, though one reviewer found it a bit bland, it still adds variety to the menu beyond fish.
Location details
703-19 Yumoto, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa, 250-0311, JP
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 8:30 PM |
About Kinosuke
Down-to-earth restaurant offering a variety of grilled meats & fish, plus fried bites.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Small plates
- Vegan options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Tourists
Payments
- Rakuten Pay
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Kinosuke known for?
Kinosuke is best known for charcoal-grilled fish, especially dried fish and grilled fish sets that reviewers repeatedly call well seasoned and cooked to a tender, crispy finish. Specific standouts mentioned include salted salmon, sweet sake mackerel, saba, and grilled fish served with rice, pickles, and soup.
What dishes are most recommended at Kinosuke?
Reviewers most often recommend the salted salmon, sweetened mackerel, saba, and the grilled fish set meals. Other dishes called out positively include beef steak, beef tataki, vegetable tempura, and teriyaki, with several people saying the fish sets were the best value and the safest choice if you want the house specialty.
What is the atmosphere like at Kinosuke?
The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with a charcoal grill at the front that gives the room a warm, smoky feel. It suits solo diners and small groups well, and reviewers mention friendly staff, counter and table service, and a relaxed setting that still feels busy at lunch and dinner.
Is Kinosuke good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often describe it as good value, and the listed price range is ¥1,000–2,000. Fish set meals were specifically mentioned around 1,350 to 1,500+ yen, with large portions and quality that several diners felt was worth the wait and the price.
When should I go to Kinosuke to avoid waiting?
Go early for lunch or dinner if you want to avoid a line, because reviewers mention waits starting around 5:15pm before dinner service and a busy lunch period that can feel long. Lunch ends at 14:30, dinner opens at 5:30pm, and the restaurant is walking distance from Hakone-Yumoto Station, so arriving before opening is the safest bet.
Is parking available at Kinosuke?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Kinosuke have vegetarian options?
Yes, Kinosuke offers vegan options.
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