[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals

Update-date: Oct 25 2023
Author: SAVOR JAPAN
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals

Offering all sorts of cuisines, Tokyo is home to a huge number of delicious restaurants that make gourmet lovers smack their lips. Check out this selection of 20 Japanese delicacies and where to enjoy them.

1. [Yakiniku] Setsugekka Ginza (Ginza)

1. [Yakiniku] Setsugekka Ginza (Ginza)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Embark on an extraordinary culinary journey at Setsugekka Ginza, where the art of yakiniku reaches its zenith. Chef Satoru Tanaka takes center stage, showcasing a symphony of flavors with the most exquisite selection of Japanese meats, including Tajima Kobe beef and Matsusaka beef. Graced by the smoky embrace of charcoal grilling, these premium cuts transcend expectations, delivering an unparalleled gustatory experience. Immerse yourself in the sophisticated ambiance of Ginza, where the chefs' live counter-kappo cooking adds an element of excitement to your meal. Setsugekka Ginza is a haven for discerning epicureans, where culinary mastery, exceptional ingredients, and an atmosphere of refined elegance converge to create an unforgettable dining adventure.

Setsugekka Ginza

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 30,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from Ginza station Exit C2. Take the direct elevator from the Nishi-Ginza parking lot. 200m from Ginza Station
Address: 9F GICROS GINZA, 6-4-3, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. [Wagyu/ Italian] XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / Salvatore Cuomo Bros.

2.XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / Salvatore Cuomo Bros.
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
With a 180-meter-high perspective and a close-up of Tokyo Tower, "Salvatore Cuomo Bros." serves precisely selected Italian and grill dishes. Indulge in the exquisite taste of Charcoal-Grilled A5 Wagyu Sirloin, cooked to perfection for a rich concentration of quality fat and flavor. The dish comes with the restaurant's seasonal sauces, customized to enhance the taste. Traditional Japanese course meals, sushi, and tempura are available in the Japanese cuisine section, "Tempura & Sushi An." "The BAR" also provides an exquisite atmosphere. Experience unparalleled luxury in a setting that resembles Tokyo's jewel box at night.

XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / Salvatore Cuomo Bros.

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Salvatore Cuomo Bros, Tempura & Sushi An / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / Salvatore Cuomo Bros, Tempura & Sushi An / Cafe 11:30 am - 5:00 pm (L.O. 4:30 pm) / The BAR / bar 5:00 pm - 4:00 am( L.O. 3:00 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,500 JPY
Access: 4-minute walk from Exit A5 of Onarimon Station on the Toei Mita Line
Address: 42F, Atago Green Hills MORI Tower, 2-5-1, Atago, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. [Yakiniku] Akasaka Kintan (Akasaka)

3. [Yakiniku] Akasaka Kintan (Akasaka)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Akasaka Kintan is a restaurant that serves precisely selected beef and its fine cuts, as well as a mix of culinary inventiveness and ambiance. With memorable dishes like 'Platinum Yukhoe with Truffle and Light Snow Salt,' and the unexpected softness of the '30-Day Aged Premium Gold Tongue,' this restaurant offers a diverse menu. In a quiet setting, seasonal course dinners and à la carte cuisine made from fresh ingredients are available. Wine connoisseurs will certainly like the comprehensive bottle wine menu. This is the ideal location for corporate entertainment, social gatherings, romantic dates, or special celebrations.

Akasaka Kintan

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) /  [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) /  [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Akasaka Station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line,  3-minute walk from Akasaka-mitsuke Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Marunouchi Line
Address: 1F, Social Akasaka Bldg., 3-11-7, Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. [Yakiniku] Yakiniku Motoyama Shinjuku Branch (Shinjuku)

4. [Yakiniku] Yakiniku Motoyama Shinjuku Branch (Shinjuku)
[Tokyo] 10 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
In the country of wagyu, obtained from high-grade cattle raised in large quantities in various areas, the best way to enjoy meat is not steak, but [Yakiniku], that is basically a Japanese-style BBQ that allows you to savor several parts of the cow. Yakiniku Motoyama Shinjuku Branch is a famed restaurant that serves A5-rank premium Kuroge Wagyu. If you want to enjoy scarce cuts, order the popular [Fine Selection 3-kind Assortment] (2,880 JPY plus tax) which comprises premium top blade muscle, premium chuck tender and premium chuck rib. Alternatively, there are also rare items you won't be able to savor anywhere else like the [Kobe Beef Premium Scarce Cuts] (from 1,780 JPY plus tax), that will allow you to enjoy an assortment of scarce cuts of the king of wagyu brands.

Yakiniku Motoyama Shinjuku Branch

Open: 17:00 - 23:30 (last order 23:00)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes on foot from JR Shinjuku Station, west exit. 1 minute from Toei Oedo line, Nishi Shinjuku Station.
Address: 2F, Daihan buildense, 7-10-12 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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5.[Teppanyaki] Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA

Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA cuisine
Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA floor
Abalone, spiny lobster, and Japanese black beef appearing on a beautifully-polished iron griddle are cooked into exquisite dishes with a good aroma and sound... you can gorgeously enjoy teppanyaki (grilled on iron griddle) with your five senses at [Ginmeisui GINZA] located on the 8th floor of GINZA GREEN with a luxury modern Japanese atmosphere ideal for adults to relax and enjoy. Our comfortable semi-private and private rooms are suited for entertaining your clients and a business meal. Our dishes are served basically as a course during lunch and dinner times, using seasonal ingredients of the land and sea. Enjoy our ultimate dishes cooked in elegant performances of the chef. Though we are a high-grade restaurant in Ginza, all of our staff under the general master chef Ayabe, we give service with a friendly attitude and wholehearted hospitality. You can enjoy the exquisite dishes in a cozy atmosphere.

Teppanyaki Ginmeisui GINZA

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: -
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 7,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from A2 Exit of Ginza Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Marunouchi Line / Hibiya Line, or 5 minutes walk from Shimbashi Station on JR and Subway Lines
Address: 8F, GINZA GREEN, 7-8-7, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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6.  [Tonkatsu] Ponta Honke

Ponta Honke cuisine
Ponta Honke floor
[Ponta Honke] was founded in 1905. The first generation chef at the Imperial Household Agency developed this deep fried cutlet Milano Style in a tempura way, which is considered as the first original [pork cutlet]. During the cooking process, we strictly select pork loin, take off its extra fat, and fry pork with the lard removed from the extra fat at a low temperature, then raise the oil temperature little by little. Enjoy this beautiful golden batter with a light texture as well as a good aroma and rich taste of the lard added to the savory meat. Of course, our specialty is not only [Cutlet], we also offer exquisite western dishes: [Tongue Stew], and [Deep Fried Oyster] that have been loved by the guests for a long time. Here you can fully enjoy the taste of the old-established restaurant run by 4 generations. 

Ponta Honke

Open: [Tuesday - Saturday] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:45 pm) / Dinner 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm (L.O. 7:45 pm)  [Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:45 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (L.O. 7:45 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from the south exit of Okachimachi Station on JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line
Address: 3-23-3, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. [Kushiyaki] Ukai Toriyama (Takaosanguchi / Japanese Cuisine)

12. [Kushiyaki] Ukai Toriyama (Takaosanguchi / Japanese Cuisine)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Kushiyaki is a Japanese dish made of meat, fish, and vegetables grilled on skewers. At [Ukai Toriyama], situated close to the lush green expanse of Mt. Takao, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while eating kushiyaki made from seasonal ingredients. You must try the [Charcoal-Grilled Wagyu and Chicken]. Part of the special menu, this dish consists of tender chicken and carefully selected beef grilled over charcoal. Enjoy a meal in calm, quiet surroundings that will make you forget you are in Tokyo.

Ukai Toriyama

Open: [Monday, Wednesday, Friday] Open from 11:30 am (L.O. 7:30 pm) *Last order for the Weekday Lunch Course 3:00 pm
[Saturday] Open from 11:00 am (L.O. 7:30 pm)
[Sunday, National Holidays] Open from 11:30 am (L.O. 7:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: From [Takaosanguchi Station] on the Keio Takao Line, take the free shuttle bus for 10 minutes (departures at every :00, :20 and :40). From the Takaosan Interchange it takes 3 minutes by car
Address: 3426, Minami Asakawa-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo Map
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8. [Kappou] Kappou Sanchou

Kappou Sanchou cuisine
Kappou Sanchou floor
A 60 year-old building formerly a traditional Japanese restaurant was renovated for [Kappou Sanchou]. We serve luxurious traditional Japanese cuisine in a relaxant [Japanese] atmosphere. Sticking to using seasonal ingredients, we offer [Ozaki Beef Steak Course], [Shabu-Shabu Kaiseki (traditional Japanese course cuisine with sliced meat or fish parboiled with vegetables) of Rockfish], and many other elaborated kaiseki courses such as [Shabu-Shabu Kaiseki of Ozaki Beef marinated with Shio-koji (fermented koji mold with salt and water)] to enjoy the exquisite combination of the savory taste of shio-koji and Ozaki Beef, [Kaiseki of Hot Pot with Shark Fin] and [Kaiseki of Hot Pot with Soft-Shelled Turtle] containing an abundance of collagen. You can visit us for various occasions, as various types of seating are available such as counter seats with the view of Japanese garden, and private rooms ideal for business meals and entertaining your clients. Children are accepted only on Saturdays. Please let us know in advance if there are ingredients you would like to avoid. 

Kappou Sanchou

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) *Private room charge: 4,000 JPY to 14,000 JPY + an optional 10% service charge. You'll be charged the prices of pre-ordered meals for any changes made on the day.
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 9 minutes walk from JR Shibuya Station, or 5 minutes from Shinsen Station on Inokashira Line
Address: 6-1, Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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9. [Kaiseki Cuisine] Japanese Restaurant SEIZAN (Shirokane-Takanawa / Japanese Cuisine / Kaiseki)

11. [Kaiseki Cuisine] Japanese Restaurant SEIZAN (Shirokane-Takanawa / Japanese Cuisine / Kaiseki)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Kaiseki cuisine is banquet food served alongside sake at top restaurants and dining halls. At [Japanese Restaurant SEIZAN], you can try the finest dishes that showcase the flavors and aromas of quality ingredients, including organic vegetables and fresh seafood. The chef recommends the [Shell-Cooked Echizen Crab], a dish that intensifies the rich flavors of the crab innards.

Japanese Restaurant SEIZAN

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays]Dinner: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm )
[Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays]Lunch: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm )
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 17,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 8 minutes walk from Shirokane-takanawa station on the Tokyo Metro subway
Address: B1F, Grande Mita, 2-17-29, Mita , Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. [Ten-don] Tempura Kurokawa (Tsukiji / Japanese Cuisine)

16. [Ten-don] Tempura Kurokawa (Tsukiji / Japanese Cuisine)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Ten-don is a type of donburi (rice bowl dish) consisting of tempura (seafood and vegetables deep fried in batter) on rice flavored with a salty-sweet sauce. [Tempura Kurokawa] is staffed by experienced chefs who have been making tempura for more than 30 years. Their considerable skills produce the highest-quality crispy tempura. Try the [Kakiage Tendon] (1,500 JPY) from the lunch menu. This is an extravagant dish loaded with seafood, including shrimp and scallops.

Tempura Kurokawa

Open: [Weekday, Saturday, Day before National holidays] Lunch 09:00 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:45 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm -9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 7 minutes by foot from Tsukiji station
Address: 6-21-8 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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11. [Udon] Ampuku Toranomon Hills

10. Ampuku Toranomon Hills
Ampuku Toranomon Hills floor
Our specialty Carbonara "Udon" (wheat flour noodles), which combine a soup stock made from bonito shavings and bacon fried in butter, have been strongly praised by many many people. The reason for their huge popularity may lie in their secret flavor, the Japanese-style soup stock which all Japanese are constantly longing for on some level. We use many ingredients that we take much pride in, but if we had to choose a couple that we value most, it would be either our seasonal vegetables or "mentaiko" (fish roe). For our udon noodles, we use high-quality 'Shinmenkyokaiden' noodle flour to create noodles with a springy and smooth texture. We are dedicated not only to preparing excellent food but also to providing great service and creating an atmosphere where our customers can feel relaxed and happy throughout their time in the restaurant. We want all of our customers to feel truly glad that they came here.

Ampuku Toranomon Hills

Open: Dinner: 5:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. (last orders at 10:30 p.m.); lunch: 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (last orders at 2:30 p.m.)
Closed: None
Average price: [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: About a 5-minute walk from both Kamiyacho Station and Toranomon Station
Address: Toranomon Hills 4F, 1-26 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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12. [Japanese Cuisine] Mond Nihonbashi

12. [Japanese Cuisine] Mond Nihonbashi
Mond Nihonbashi floor
We get our mackerel delivered to us by air from Hamada harbor in Shimane Prefecture, so their freshness is guaranteed. Boil and dip it in our sweet soup with a nectar soy sauce base, or eat it raw to enjoy the delicious, savory flavor. Our restaurant is run by a company that operates a number of businesses in Shimane, so we have a pipeline to local fishing harbors there. Starting with the popular rosy seabass, our freshly-caught seafood stock arrives by air every morning. Savor the delights of the Japan Sea to your heart's content. Our establishment only seats around 40 guests, which keeps the place intimate. We also get rave reviews from the locals who stop here on their way back from work or from shopping. We try to offer cheerful service to our guests with a smile. Here at Mond Nihonbashi we have noren (traditional rolled cloth curtains) installed. Whether you're seated at a table for four, six, or a low tatami banquet table for twenty, our curtains can be used to ensure a sense of privacy. Have a totally enjoyable time relaxing with your friends.

Mond Nihonbashi

Open: Normal hours 11:00 - 23:00 (last order 22:30) [Weekdays] Lunch 11:00 - 15:00 (last order 14:00) [Saturday, Sunday] Lunch 11:00 - 16:00 (last order 15:30)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: One minute walk from Mitsukoshimae Subway Station A4 Exit.
Address: Fukushima Bldg. 1F, 1-5-3 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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13.[Japanese Cuisine] Ryoriya Mifune

Ryoriya Mifune cuisine
Ryoriya Mifune floor
Our cook struggled with Karaage and Tamagoyaki when he was a rookie chef, but practice makes perfect! He learned through trial and error and gradually he improved the flavor of the dishes to the point that they became some of his signature dishes. Now you can savor the results of his hard work. There are a variety of dishes one can make utilizing a whole fish. The menu changes depending on the part of the fish used, and the sake pairing we recommend depends on how we prepare it-we're serious about our seafood cuisine. We want all diners at our restaurant to have a good time. We start with a friendly, cheerful greeting, and a smile. This is something we never neglect, no matter how busy we are. Bring the world of Mifune to your table with menu items like the "Late Night Yojimbo Set" or "Real Men Drink Sapporo Beer" that are sure to get the conversation started. Stop by with your friends on the way home from work, or bring your partner.

Ryoriya Mifune

Open: [Weekday/Saturday] Lunch 11:30 - 14:00 (last order13:30) / Dinner 17:00 - 23:30 last order22:30 (food), 23:00 (drinks).
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY
Access: Two minute walk from Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Exit 2.
Address: Utsumi Bldg. 1F , 7-18-7 Roppongi , Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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14. [Soba] Tsukiji Sarashina no Sato (Tsukiji)

6. [Soba] Tsukiji Sarashina no Sato (Tsukiji)
[Tokyo] 10 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Along with udon, [Soba] is another type of noodles enjoyed in Japan since ancient times. Buckwheat seeds are ground in a stone mortar to make buckwheat flour, the key ingredient to make nice and fragrant soba. Tsukiji Sarashina no Sato is an old restaurant founded 120 years ago. Every season, they carefully select the best buckwheat seeds from various areas to produce their own homemade flour with which they make their noodles. Their most popular specialty is the [Tiger Prawn Tempura Set] (1,900 JPY). The balance between freshly made smooth soba and crispy and meaty prawn tempura is beyond exceptional. Pair it with one of their many shochu and sake for the ultimate Japanese experience.

Tsukiji Sarashina no Sato

Open: [Weekdays] 11:00 am - 9:45 pm [Saturday] 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays 
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from [Tsukiji station] on Tokyo metro subway Hibiya Line, 152m distance.
Address: 3-3-9 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

15. [Okonomiyaki / Monjayaki] Okonomiyaki Monjayaki Asakusa Tsurujiro (Asakusa / Okonomiyaki / Monjayaki)

15. [Okonomiyaki / Monjayaki] Okonomiyaki Monjayaki Asakusa Tsurujiro (Asakusa / Okonomiyaki / Monjayaki)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Both okonomiyaki and monjayaki are Japanese savory pancakes made with ingredients like flour, cabbage, and water, but the main difference between the two is the shape. While okonomiyaki is round in shape, monjayaki is closer to a liquid due to the amount of water in the batter. At [Okonomiyaki Monjayaki Asakusa Tsurujiro], you can try both, but if you are looking for recommendations, you should try the [Mentaiko Mochi Cheese] (1,340 JPY). Once you've tasted the spicy mentaiko (cod roe) complemented by the mellow cheese, you won't be able to stop yourself from going back for more.

Okonomiyaki Monjayaki Asakusa Tsurujiro

Open: [Weekdays, Saturdays, Days before holidays] Lunch 11:30-15:00 (last order 14:30) / Dinner 17:00-22:00 (last order 21:00)
[Sundays, Holidays] Hours 11:30-21:00 (last order 20:00)
Closed: Tuesdays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 980 JPY
Access: A three minute walk from the number 1 exit of Tokyo Metro Asakusa Station. Head straight toward Asakusa Public Hall, on the right.
Address: 1-20-8 Asakusa , Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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16. [Unagi Cuisine] Iriya Kishimojin-Monzen Nodaya (Iriya / Japanese Cuisine)

17. [Unagi Cuisine] Iriya Kishimojin-Monzen Nodaya (Iriya / Japanese Cuisine)
[Tokyo] 20 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Guests can try a wide range of unagi (conger eel) dishes at [Iriya Kishimojin-Monzen Nodaya], including some rare options you won't find elsewhere. One of the best to try is the [Vinegared Eel Served with Shredded Plum Sauce]  (1,680 JPY (plus tax)), which consists of raw eel marinated in their special vinegar and coated in a sauce made from Japanese plum. These additional sour flavors sharpen the savory flavor of the eel, making it taste even more amazing!

Iriya Kishimojin-monzen Nodaya

Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) *Closed for lunch and dinner when sold out.
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 30 seconds walk from Exit 2 of Iriya Station on Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. 5 minutes walk from South Exit of Uguisudani Station on JR Lines.
Address: 2-3-1, Shitaya, Taitou-ku, Tokyo Map
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17. [Tonkatsu] Nomotoya (Daimon)

5. [Tonkatsu] Nomotoya (Daimon)
[Tokyo] 10 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
Made by coating pork meat in breadcrumbs and deep-frying it, [Tonkatsu] is one of Japan's most beloved meat dish. Nomotoya is one of the leaders of all the tonkatsu spots in Tokyo. To make their exceptional tonkatsu, they thoroughly prepare the black pork meat and then deep-fry it in 2 types of lard until it reaches the perfect flavor and texture! Above all, their flagship item is the [Special Thickly Cut Loin Cutlet Set (240g)] (2,500 JPY, or 2,600 JPY at night). Thoroughly deep-fried for 20 minutes, every bite of this 4cm thick cut of loin is an explosion of meat juice and sweet fats. It's so delicious you'll feel like you're in the seventh heaven!

Nomotoya

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / [Weekdays, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) *Available while supplies last on a first come, first serve basis for lunch or dinner
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,300 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from A6 Exit of Daimon Station on Toei Asakusa Line / Oedo Line
Address: 2F, Tamagawa Bldg., 2-3-7, Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo

18.[Sushi] Sushi Fujita

Sushi Fujita cuisine
Sushi Fujita floor
Please enjoy the our tender conger eel with tsume (sweet eel sauce) and flavorful sushi rice. Our dishes made with fresh ingredients are served with the restaurant's homemade sauce for an exquisite flavor. The chef prioritizes cooking with fresh and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant also serves chawanmushi (a type of egg custard cooked with chicken, shrimp, etc.) which goes well with seafood and goya (bitter gourd) during hot seasons. Our customers love it, too. The restaurant serves sushi and other exquisite delicacies. The staff try to make every visit a pleasant surprise for the customers. The restaurant is frequented by guests of all ages as well as young female customers. Ideal for casual meetings, dates, and more.

Sushi Fujita

Open: Lunch: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Last order: 1:30 PM) [Weekdays] Normal hours: 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM (Last order: 10:00 PM) [Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays] Normal hours: 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM (Last order: 10:00 PM)
Closed: Tuesdays
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: Three-minute walk from Higashi-Ginza Station. Depart through Exit A7, and turn right at the first corner. Turn left at the third corner, and it will be on your left-hand side.
Address: Niiyama Building 1F, Ginza 3-13-5, Chuo, Tokyo Map
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19.[Izakaya (Japanese tavern)]  Kagurazaka Torishin

14.[Izakaya (Japanese tavern)]  Kagurazaka Torishin
Kagurazaka Torishin floor
[Kagurazaka Torishin] offers very happy moments with their classic yakitori (chicken skewers), which look very ordinary, however, with a very savory taste. Mr. Warizaya, the owner-chef who has devoted himself exclusively in the field of yakitori, carefully and manually prepares fresh chicken which is processed that morning and perfectly grills with binchotan charcoal to bring out its original taste to the max. They offer approximately 20 different skewers, including regular and rare cuts. Each skewer has a deep flavor as a dish. Enjoy the essence of yakitori. They also stick to serving each skewer with exceptional timing according to each guest's eating pace for both a-la-carte orders and their popular [Kushi (skewer) Course]. Other than skewers, they also offer various specialties such as [Watercress Salad] and [Soboro Bowl (rice topped with minced chicken meat)], as well as a wide variety of attractive alcohols. The more you visit this renowned restaurant, the more you will be able to enjoy.

Kagurazaka Torishin

Open: [Tuesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 0:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from [Kagurazaka Station] on Tokyo Metro Tozai Line / 6-minute walk from [Iidabashi Station] on JR Lines and Tokyo Metro Lines
Address: 1F, 5-35, Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

20. [Shabu-Shabu] Suginoko Aoyama Branch (Omotesando)

8. [Shabu-Shabu] Suginoko Aoyama Branch (Omotesando)
[Tokyo] 10 Must-Try Delicious Restaurants Recommended by Locals
[Shabu-Shabu] consists of thin slices of beef or pork meat you quickly cook by yourself in a hot broth before eating them. It's a casual, healthy and simple delicacy from the Japanese tradition you will never get sick of. Suginoko Aoyama Branch offers private rooms where you can enjoy your shabu-shabu without being bothered by other customers. Their flagship menu item is the [Black Pork Course (6 items)] (3,980 PY). Cook the restaurant's special black pork in their special Japanese-style broth and the umami (Japanese savory taste) of pork meat will leave you in ecstasy. Despite the low price, the course also includes appetizer, steamed vegetables, fried food, udon to finish off the broth, and even dessert.

SuginoKo Aoyama branch

Open:  [Weekdays] Lunch; 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, Dinner; 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch; 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, Dinner; 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from exit A1 of [Omotesando Station]
Address: 3F, 3-8-12 Kita Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
Update-date: Oct 25 2023
Author: SAVOR JAPAN

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