Sado is known for its fresh seafood: sashimi and sushi are not to be missed. The Kamo Lake is also a growing area for oysters.There are a few cows herding on the green slopes of Osado; you can buy and try the pricey and renowned Sado Beef.
Kassai
ãã£ãã, in ogi, tel. 0259-86-2124. basic japanese shokudå eatery serving up all the usual prospects, freshly made. try the fish of the day.
Oasis
In ogi, tel. 0259-86-2605. restaurant & tennis court. transplanted new yorker marcus desoto & wife kaoru own the oasis. the restaurant specializes in new york staples--pasta, pizza & sandwiches--with decidedly japanese touches. oasis makes pizza dough the old-fashioned way, using whole grain flour seasoned with basil, naturally leavened, with fermented grapes and the crust is coated with virgin olive oil. oasis also offers a bar. try the homemade umeshu plum liqueur and good coffee
Benkei
å¼æ ¶, tel. 0259-52-3453, (http://www11.ocn.ne.jp/~b...). in sawata is a sushi bar of sado, which will allow you to try the excellent local fish. for those staying longer on the island, benkei also offers delivery service.
MOS Burger
Just adjacent to benkei, in case you can not stand typical japanese food anymore. at the time of the writing early 2006, it is the only burger chain on the island.
Nakabori
ä¸æ, tel.0259-52-2045 is a good tonkatsu restaurant in the heart of sawata with a very atmospheric ambiance.
Tatsumi
ãã¤ã¿, in mano, tel. 0259-55-2238. this will fill your need for good yakitori.