Cafe Paradiso

Summer has definitely begun here in Niigata, so it's time to go to the beach and cool down!  Many of the beach areas in Niigata have restaurants, but most of them seem kind of dirty and don't offer much in the way of food selection and family atmosphere.  However, Cafe Paradiso is well maintained, kid-friendly, has great food, and is just steps away from the water.

Cafe Paradiso is located on Fujitsukahama beach, in Shibata City.  There's a lot of space for parking, and it's easy to find the restaurant with its colorful sign.  Inside there are tables and couches, as well as a cute kid-sized table with smaller chairs.  Outside there are long tables where you can eat in the shade of the raised deck areas.  These all have a view of the sea, and kids can run down to the water to play while you're waiting for your meal.

The menu is simple but the food is delicious.  All the pizzas are hand-made, and you can get a set with salad and a drink for a little extra.  There are also a number of pastas, curry-rice, and desserts that look pretty good.

Cafe Paradiso is a nice place to have a meal while visiting the beach.  The layout, atmosphere, and friendly staff all made me feel like I was back in Southern California, which is a big plus in my book!  They also offer rentals for paddleboards, banana boats, water hoverboards, and surfing lessons.

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