Hi everyone! If you’re visiting Okinawa and looking for an authentic local food spot, I’ve got a great recommendation for you — Yone Shokudo (よね食堂), a family-owned diner with 50+ years of history! 🇯🇵✨
I stopped by for lunch, and it was one of the best meals I had in Okinawa. Cheap, filling, and 100% local.
📍 Location & Access
Yone Shokudo is located in Tomigusuku City, south of Naha. It’s close to the airport and just a short drive from Route 331. Great stop after visiting the southern beaches or Okinawa Outlet Mall Ashibinaa!
📌 Address: 337 Zayasu, Tomigusuku, Okinawa
📞 Phone: +81-98-850-4029
🕙 Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
❌ Closed on Thursdays
💴 Cash only
🚗 Parking: Free parking lot (16 spaces) – big enough for rental cars!
👉 View on Google Maps (English)
🍽️ Vibes & Atmosphere
When you walk in, it feels like a step back in time.
Very traditional Japanese diner with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. There are counter seats, tables, and even tatami mat areas where kids can sit.
Locals were enjoying their lunch quietly — the kind of place only Okinawans know about! 😊
📖 Menu Overview (Affordable & Delicious!)
Yone Shokudo serves all the Okinawan classics:
- 🍜 Soba noodles (local style)
- 🍛 Set meals (teishoku)
- 🍚 Rice bowls (donburi)
- 🥘 Soup dishes (like miso or bone broth)
- 🧆 Stir-fried dishes (chanpuru)
Here are some popular options with prices:
| Dish | Price (JPY) |
|---|---|
| Yone Soba (house special) | ¥800 |
| Pork Rib Soba (Soki Soba) | ¥800 |
| Pig’s Feet Soba (Tebichi Soba) | ¥870 |
| Fried Chicken Set (Karaage Teishoku) | ¥700 |
| Pork Cutlet Set (Tonkatsu Teishoku) | ¥1,250 |
| Soba + Rice Set | ¥970 |
🥢 What I Ordered: Fried Chicken Set (Karaage Teishoku)
I went for the Karaage Teishoku – and wow, I didn’t expect such a big portion for just ¥700! 😲
Here’s what came on the tray:
- 6 crispy fried chicken pieces 🍗
- Fresh salad with tangy dressing
- Pickled veggies & small side dishes
- Small bowl of Okinawa soba 🍜
- Mountain of rice 🍚
It was hot, juicy, and super satisfying.
The small bowl of soba was a nice bonus – flavorful broth and chewy noodles. A perfect local combo!
👨👩👧 Family-Friendly Spot
This place is perfect for families with kids.
There’s enough space for strollers, and the vibe is casual.
Even if you don’t speak Japanese, pointing at the menu or pictures works just fine — the staff are kind and welcoming 🙏
🔁 Next Time: Trying the Tebichi Soba!
I saw someone eating the Tebichi Soba (pork feet) and it looked so good — big, soft, gelatinous pork pieces in broth.
It’s definitely on my list for next time!
Also, the Chanpuru (stir-fried dishes) are popular with the locals. You can’t go wrong here.
✅ Summary: Why You Should Visit Yone Shokudo
✔ Local-only, off-the-beaten-path
✔ Huge portions, great prices
✔ Okinawan soul food in a retro diner
✔ Easy access from Naha or southern Okinawa
✔ Great for first-timers & families
📸 Pro Tips
- Bring cash (no credit cards!)
- Come before or after peak lunch hours (12–1 PM) to avoid the rush
- If you can, try sitting at the counter for the full “local lunch” experience
📍 Google Map
✈️ Final Thoughts
If you want to eat like a local in Okinawa, skip the tourist traps and head to Yone Shokudo.
Simple food, warm people, and great value.
I’ll definitely be coming back! 😋🌴
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