Bell Cafe - Nikko

We were shown this place by our airbnb host purely because it was close to our airbnb and because our host felt they would adapt their menu for us. They certainly did and we were very well looked after by the family that run the place. We had double tempura (double the amount) instead of other fish items that would have been part of the meal. The tempura was to die for just amazing. There were other dishes with different things that accompanied the tempura yuba (Nikko's specialty food, of a type of tofu) done in different ways, two small salad plates and a small plate of fruit. Of course rice was served as well. It was so good we went back for the three nights we stayed in Nikko. Each night we thought we should try somewhere else for variety but couldn't tear ourselves away from the amazing meal at Bell Cafe! Cash only.

My fiancé and I found this place thanks to Happy Cow and it did not disappoint! Tiny place that appears to be run by a family and frequented by the locals. I got the “monk’s diet” and it was delicious! There were other vegan and vegetarian options as well. We will definitely visit again the next time we are in Nikko.

My mother and I had the most amazing meal of our 3-week vacation through japan in this small restaurant. we had the eating of shijin ryori monk. it took about 45 minutes to prepare, but it was worth more than it. it was the absolute example of Japanese perfection and love to detail. the presentation was fantastic, but it was nothing compared to the raised tastes and how they complemented. it was a exploration dinner as well as pure joy! wow, we still remember this meal as the most impressive all japaner. I only read that others say that the contained eggs and fish. we didn't know a thing, we had tempura on our own too. full, complete, complete recommendation!

Couldn’t rate this 5 stars but would if could. The Yuba Monks Diet is amazing, so delicious! Must try if you’re in Nikko

The shojin ryori (monk’s firm) has fish stocks in some of the items they cannot change. and the tempura has a teig. they offer a mountain vest. spaghetti but said there is a egg in the pasta. ok for vegetarians.