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Authentic Nepalese flavors and late-night dining in Hakone.
CIRCLE HAKONE
JP
Nepalese Restaurant·Welcoming, Cozy, Authentic
CIRCLE HAKONE is a beloved culinary destination in the Miyanoshita neighborhood, specializing in authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine. The restaurant is particularly famous for its butter chicken, garlic cheese naan, and mutton momos, all of which are prepared from scratch in an open kitchen. Spanning two floors, the space offers an intimate bar-style seating arrangement where diners can watch the chefs at work. Unlike many establishments in Hakone that close early, this spot remains open later, making it a reliable and delicious choice for a late dinner. The atmosphere is consistently described as inviting, with a staff that goes above and beyond to make visitors feel welcome.
CIRCLE HAKONE is a beloved culinary destination in the Miyanoshita neighborhood, specializing in authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine. The restaurant is particularly famous for its butter chicken, garlic cheese naan, and mutton momos, all of which are prepared from scratch in an open kitchen. Spanning two floors, the space offers an intimate bar-style seating arrangement where diners can watch the chefs at work. Unlike many establishments in Hakone that close early, this spot remains open later, making it a reliable and delicious choice for a late dinner. The atmosphere is consistently described as inviting, with a staff that goes above and beyond to make visitors feel welcome.
Address
398-1 Miyanoshita, Hakone,Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0404, Japan
Phone0460-83-3861
Hours
ClosedDaily 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Highlights
Freshly made momos and traditional dal bhat.
Open kitchen where chefs prepare meals in front of guests.
One of the few spots in Hakone open late into the evening.
Generous portions of garlic cheese naan and butter chicken.
Dietary Options
vegetarian-friendly
Time of Day
Dinner, Late Night
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Locals, Casual Drinks, Solo
Reviews
4.9
Excellent226 reviews
CIRCLE HAKONE is widely praised for serving some of the best Nepalese food in Japan, with reviewers frequently highlighting the quality of the butter chicken and garlic cheese naan. The restaurant is noted for its open kitchen concept, where friendly chefs prepare meals from scratch right in front of the guests. Many visitors appreciate the generous portion sizes and the authentic flavors of dishes like mutton momos and dal bhat. A recurring theme in reviews is the welcoming and hospitable service, which creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. Additionally, it is highly valued for being one of the few restaurants in Hakone that stays open later into the evening. While the wait for food can be a bit long due to the fresh preparation, guests agree that the delicious results are well worth it.
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Location
Miyanoshita, Hakone, Kanagawa, Japan
