​Meihoku Burger, located in the Fushimi area, the center of Nagoya, is a restaurant that boasts specialty hamburgers and specialty coffee. Not only standard hamburgers, but also unique hamburgers with impressive appearance and taste are characteristic.

Located within a 5-minute walk from Fushimi Subway Station, the restaurant attracts customers of all ages for both lunch and dinner. They have many repeat customers not only from Japan but also from overseas. If you are in the mood for a hearty hamburger, Meihoku Burger is the place to go.

This time, I will introduce the charm of Meihoku Burger in detail!

Bustling store interior, where Stars and Stripes, figures, and hobby goods are eye-catching
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The interior of Meihoku Burger is long and narrow, with counter seating, a table for two, and two tables for four in the back.

Inside the restaurant, American touches are placed everywhere. One of the most eye-catching items is the Stars and Stripes flag that covers the entire back wall! There are also maps of the entire United States, California flags, license plates, and more, creating an extraordinary space.

Character figures and sundries lined up here and there throughout the store also create a fun atmosphere. Minions, Doraemon, and movie characters are everywhere, and you will never get bored just looking at them.

Minions lined up

McDonald's fries are appetizing

Inside the store, which is filled with a playful spirit, you will find fishing tackle and miniature cars, which are Mr. Isogai's hobbies. He says this is often a good opportunity for him to talk with his customers.

And there are also original character goods from Meihok Burger. Items are created for each anniversary and sold in the restaurant. Meihoku Burger will celebrate its 5th anniversary in January 2022, and this year's merchandise is an original tote bag.

Original tote bag (photo right)

The design was created by a designer who is an acquaintance of Mr. Isogai. The character of a mouse galloping with a hamburger is adorable.

Full of deliciousness, volume, originality!
Their Commitment to Burgers

Meihoku Burger 1,720 yen (tax included)

Meihoku Burger's hamburgers are full of volume even though they are standard burgers. In addition, you can freely add a variety of toppings such as eggs, chili beans, bacon, cheese, and avocado, so you can find your favorite dish.

Chili beans and jalapenos are popular toppings. Chili beans + jalapenos, chili beans + camembert, and cheese + hash browns are also popular.

The 100% beef patty contains a unique ratio of hand-chopped thigh meat and minced meat. You can enjoy both the meatiness of a steak and the juiciness of the gravy.

They are also particular about how they bake the buns, which are slightly sweet. By baking the buns twice, once in the toaster and once on the griddle, the buns become fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside.

It has a heavy weight when wrapped in paper.

The photo is "Meihoku Burger". Chili beans, eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, patty, tomato, and lettuce. When you eat, let's take the plunge!

Sides include a choice of one of four types of fries (French fries, tater tots, waffle fries, or mashed potatoes) and onion rings.

Unique and unusual hamburgers are also popular

Meihoku Taiwan Burger 1,540 yen (tax included)

In addition to the regular menu, Meihoku Burger also offers premium burgers for a limited time. In the past, there are various genres such as the "Takoyaki Burger" with green laver, bonito flakes and mayo sauce, and the "Itaburger" with an Italian salad sandwich.

Among the premium burgers, the Meihoku Taiwan Burger is highly favored by fans. The burger has a great impact, with the burger being in a bowl and a Chinese noodle sandwich. In addition, the top of the hollowed-out bun is filled with egg yolk, and the bun is covered with the skewered piece and you're done. Completing the dish with the customer's own hands is another fun touch.

"Even if the same ingredients are used for a hamburger, the taste is completely different depending on the person who makes it. It is difficult to keep offering the same taste because the taste can change just by one way of grilling. Also, a hamburger does not always taste good even if you combine only the best ingredients. It is also important to add and subtract to find a balance. The taste also changes depending on the angle and the place where it is eaten, so hamburgers are a difficult menu item to make. But it is also interesting because it is difficult. I enjoy making premium burgers myself, but the most important thing is that I want my customers to enjoy eating them."

Mr. Isogai told me about the appeal of hamburgers. The idea for innovative hamburgers is said to be inspired by the foods that he is into at the time. The menu is truly unique, born from the idea of "What would happen if I turned this into a hamburger?'' rather than "What would go well with a hamburger?''

Specialty coffee is also one of the attractions

Meihoku Burger originally opened in Fushimi in 2016 as "Meihoku Coffee". Hamburgers have also been served since then, and since they were selling well, the store name was changed in 2017 with the renewal. Along with the hamburger, I would like to try the specialty coffee that was also the crown of the store.

Coffee is roasted from original beans. It is a little darker than light roast, and is characterized by its rich and refreshing taste. It's also recommended for people who don't like dark and bitter coffee. Homemade lemonade is also carefully made.

Cheers with craft beer at night!

At Meihoku Burger, you can also enjoy craft beer with your burger on weekday nights and weekends. Why not spend an American moment with Goose Island, Brooklyn Lager, Miller Beer, and other American-born craft beers and a hamburger?

Have a great time with delicious hamburgers!
A Meihoku Burger that will satisfy both your stomach and your heart

Meihoku Burger is a space where you can not only enjoy delicious hamburgers and coffee, but also have a meaningful and enjoyable time.

Please find your favorite combination by eating premium hamburgers and trying various toppings.