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Seafood restaurant in Shizuoka, Shizuoka
What should I order at Shimizuko Minami?
What to order
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Special Tuna Bowl
Recommended for its mix of premium tuna cuts and rich flavor; reviewers highlighted the fresh fish, generous portion, and excellent balance with wasabi, soy sauce, and miso soup.
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Natural Southern Bluefin Tuna Bowl
Often singled out as a top choice because of its melt-in-the-mouth texture, deep sweetness, and variety of cuts like toro, lean tuna, and marinated seared tuna.
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Tuna Avocado Yukhoe
Mentioned as a delicious, creamy dish with a Korean influence; reviewers liked the egg yolk, avocado, and lightly sweet sauce.
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Toro Takuan Roll
Recommended for its tasty combination of fatty tuna, takuan, green onions, and wasabi; reviewers liked it enough to order more.
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Assorted Sashimi Platter
Praised for the quality of the fish and freshness; one reviewer called it some of the best fish they had ever eaten.
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Tuna Sushi
Highlighted as especially great among the Japanese fish dishes, with reviewers emphasizing the freshness and quality of the tuna.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 5:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 2 PM |
About Shimizuko Minami
Unassuming eatery presenting an assortment of tuna dishes, plus other seafood such as whitebait.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Trending
Crowd
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- PayPay
- Rakuten Pay
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked
What is Shimizuko Minami known for?
It is best known for tuna bowls, especially the special tuna rice bowl and the natural southern bluefin tuna bowl. Reviewers say the tuna is fresh, rich, and worth waiting for, and many mention the free green tea and miso soup as part of the appeal.
What dishes are most recommended at Shimizuko Minami?
The most recommended items are the special tuna bowl, the natural southern bluefin tuna bowl, the tuna assortment bowl, sashimi platter, and tuna sushi or tuna rice bowls. Reviewers also highlight the toro, akami, zuke aburi, and minced tuna cuts in the more elaborate bowls, plus the tuna avocado yukhoe and toro takuan roll at dinner.
What is the atmosphere like at Shimizuko Minami?
It is a small second-floor restaurant with a lively but unassuming feel, and several reviewers describe the staff as kind, quick, and attentive. It suits solo diners well, but the counter seats and few tables also work for couples or small groups who do not mind a busy lunch line.
Is Shimizuko Minami good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it good value, especially because the tuna portions are large and high quality for the price. The listed price range is ¥1,000 to ¥2,000, and dishes like the assorted sashimi platter at 1,800 yen and the southern bluefin tuna bowl around 1,680 to 1,950 yen are often described as reasonable.
When is the best time to visit Shimizuko Minami?
Arriving before peak lunch hours is the easiest way to avoid a long wait, since reviewers report lines at opening and around 11:30 to 12:30. Some diners found the queue much shorter around 1:00 pm, and dinner can also be a good option because the restaurant serves tuna bowls and izakaya-style dishes in the evening.
Is parking available at Shimizuko Minami?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
