In the heart of Kobe’s Kitano district, Kitano Grill & Bar welcomes the season of harvest with a new Autumn Vegetable Buffet.
Located inside the renovated historic Kobe Kitano Nosta, this restaurant blends the warmth of nostalgia with a vibrant, health-conscious menu.
More than 50 colorful vegetable selections and superfoods await, alongside freshly baked focaccia and original dressings — all designed to bring “delicious beauty” to your daily life.
A Nostalgic Lunch Experience in a Historic School Building
Housed in the former Kitano Elementary School, built in 1931, Kitano Grill & Bar retains the nostalgic charm of early 20th-century Japan.
From its creaking wooden corridors to arched windows and student artwork displayed on the walls, every corner tells a story of the past.
Whether you’re seated in a quiet private room or a spacious dining hall, the setting offers a uniquely serene and nostalgic atmosphere — a perfect escape from the bustle of the city.
The calm and elegant interior of Kitano Grill & Bar.
A “Farm-to-Table” Vegetable Experience
A colorful salad bar offering a wide variety of fresh selections.
Guests can choose from a variety of toppings to create their own style.
The theme of the buffet is “as if you brought the farm right to your table.”
Guests can enjoy a colorful spread of over 50 kinds of fresh and roasted vegetables, pickled and marinated items, and nutrient-rich superfoods such as quinoa, chickpeas, and lentils.
Homemade focaccia and three types of dressings — French, yuzu sesame, and carrot — add even more flavor to this vibrant dining experience.
Freshly baked focaccia served alongside the buffet.
Refreshing and flavorful detox water completes the meal.
New Autumn Harvest Features
“Nosta Farm,” the new stick vegetable garden introduced in October.
From October 1, the buffet introduces new fall-themed items including the playful “Nosta Farm” — a stick vegetable garden served with edible soil made from breadcrumbs, seaweed, and olive seasoning.
It’s a dish that combines creativity, taste, and fun — letting diners experience the joy of “harvesting” fresh vegetables right at the table.
The buffet also features roasted root vegetables and colorful seasonal produce that highlight the richness of autumn.
Seasonal Main Dishes to Savor
A beautifully plated Kobe Beef hamburger steak.
Grilled Kobe pork — a favorite from the summer menu.
To complement the buffet, diners can select a main dish from a range of seasonal offerings such as:
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Grilled Duck Breast with Rokkō Mushroom Madeira Sauce
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin Wrapped in Kobe Bacon with Red Wine Sauce
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Grilled Tuna with Apple and Awaji Onion Confiture
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Kobe Beef Hamburger Steak (+¥500)
Each dish is carefully crafted to pair beautifully with the vegetable buffet, celebrating local ingredients and the flavors of Kobe’s autumn.
Kitano Grill & Bar — Restaurant Information
Address:
2F, Kobe Kitano Nosta, 3-17-1 Nakayamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe 650-0004
Phone:
078-855-8552
Hours:
11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Last entry 3:00 p.m.)
Buffet closes at 2:30 p.m.
Dinner service available for private parties only (Party Plan reservations required).
Access:
Approx. 10 minutes on foot from Sannomiya Station. Located inside the renovated former Kitano Elementary School building.
Parking:
Coin parking available on-site (2 hours free with purchase of ¥3,000 or more).
Plans & Prices:
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Kitano Vegetable Buffet ¥2,980 (tax included, no drinks)
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With Drink Bar ¥3,850
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With Selectable Main Dish ¥4,500
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Kobe Beef or Hyogo Sirloin Plans ¥7,500–¥19,000
Highlights:
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Over 50 kinds of fresh vegetables and superfoods
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“Nosta Farm” edible soil vegetable garden
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Homemade focaccia and dressings
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9 varieties of Kobe Tea and refreshing detox water
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A nostalgic atmosphere inside a 1930s school building
