The 26 unmissable restaurants in Tokyo, July 2019 Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jun 10 2020

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

The 26 unmissable restaurants in Tokyo, July 2019

Planning a trip to Tokyo and looking for something specific to eat? There are plenty of restaurants to suit every tastes. Discover the best places to eat here, from traditional meal and quintessentially comfort food to western-style dishes and varied ethnic cuisine.

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1. Kamakura Vegetables and Cheese Fondue -AKIHABARA GARDEN FARM- Akihabara branch

The restaurant's concept is [Health & Beauty with Cheese]! [AKIHABARA GARDEN FARM]'s rich and melting cheese fondue is supervised by the Cheese Fondue Association. Enjoy overwhelming cheese with very instagrammable menu, [Chicago Pizza]! From 1,480 JPY. They also offer [WHITE/PINK/BLACK Colorful Chicago Pizza] that is our very original. [Popular All-You-Can-Eat Menu] Available to the first 3 groups! [All-You-Can-Eat with W Fondue] is offered at 980 JPY!! [Surprise] Available to the first 3 groups! A [Special Dessert Plate] is offered for free.

Kamakura Vegetables and Cheese Fondue -AKIHABARA GARDEN FARM- Akihabara branch

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 3:30 pm - 0:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,980 JPY / [Lunch] 980 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from [Akihabara Station]
Address: 6F, Chomp Chomp Akihabara, 1-13 Sakuma-cho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

2. Akihabara Aged Meat Private Room Meat Bar -GABURICO- Akihabara Ekimae branch

Enjoy large exceptional meat dishes at Akihabara Meat Bar [GABURICO]! The restaurant uses an abundance of high-quality beef, pork, and chicken carefully-selected by the chef. Enjoy the high-quality meat dishes and bar menu made with safe ingredients. You can also enjoy sharing a wide variety of voluminous meat dishes, including very destructive [Beef Tomahawk], [1 pound Steak] that is a very dynamic block of meat, grilled chicken steak, and our ultimate [Hamburger Steak of Fermented Aged Meat]! They are also ideal for parties! Enjoy their meat bar courses with all-you-can-drink from 2,980 JPN! As a special offer, 1 person per group (the party organizer) is treated for free. For 2-40 people! Various private rooms, including popular designer's rooms, are available for booking. Please, casually inquiry with the restaurant!

Akihabara Aged Meat Private Room Meat Bar -GABURICO- Akihabara Ekimae branch

Open: [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:00 am - 0:00 am [Monday-Friday, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:30 pm (L.O. 3:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 0:00 am (L.O. 11:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,980 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from [Akihabara Station]
Address: 6F, Chomp Chomp Akihabara, 1-13 Sakuma-cho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

3. All-You-Can-Eat 100 JPY Fried Chicken -ABURIYA TORIBEE- Ueno branch

All-You-Can-Eat 100 JPY Fried Chicken -ABURIYA TORIBEE- Ueno branch cuisine

[All-You-Can-Eat 100 JPY Fried Chicken] Enjoy TORIBEE's popular all-you-can-eat series. Crispy outside and juicy inside!! Surprisingly, this exquisite fried chicken all-you-can-eat is offered at [100 JPY] for a limited time!! Enjoy it to your heart's content! [Reservations for company banquets are accepted] Banquet courses with all-you-can-drink for 3 hours are from 2,980 JPY. They are ideal for company banquets. (Party organizers are treated for free) The relaxing hideaway-like Japanese private rooms can accommodate from 2 to 30 people! Also enjoy [Cheese Dak Galbi (spicy grilled chicken and vegetables)], a Korean dish which is also a hot topic in Korea. Enjoy exquisite chicken marinated with a sweet and spicy sauce, by mixing it with melting cheese! Please visit on various occasions, such as company banquets, girl's parties, birthday parties, and singles parties!

All-You-Can-Eat 100 JPY Fried Chicken -ABURIYA TORIBEE- Ueno branch

Open: 5:00 pm - 0:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,980 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from JR [Ueno Station]
Address: 2F, Nagafuji Annex Bldg., 4-9-6 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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4. All-You-Can-Eat Home-Made Roast Beef -BISTRO BAMBINA- Ginza branch

Satisfy your stomach with meat! Starting from the astonishing [All-You-Can-Eat Triple Meat], [Ginza Bambina] serves large portion meat dishes to a lovely cheese fondue dish, fusing [meat, cheese, and Italian dishes]. Enjoy the popular All-You-Can-Eat Menus with an excellent cost performance! New [All-You-Can-Eat Triple Meat] is 1,299 JPY. To a big surprise, [Home-made Roast Beef, Cut Steak on an Iron Skillet, and Cured Ham] are offered as an all-you-can-eat menu! The best collaboration of meat and cheese is offered as [Meat x Cheese Course for Girl's Parties] with all-you-can-drink for 3 hours, from 2,980 JPY, only for the girl's gathering party. For those who are celebrating birthday or anniversaries, they offer an instagrammable [Roast Beef Meat Tower Cake] as a gift to the first 3 groups! Recommended for girl's parties and banquets to enjoy meat.

All-You-Can-Eat Home-Made Roast Beef -BISTRO BAMBINA- Ginza branch

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) *Opens lunchtime only when there are reservations for banquet courses in advance / Dinner 5:00 pm - 0:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from C8 exit of [Ginza Station] on Tokyo Metro Lines
Address: 5F-B, Grandia Bldg., 3-3-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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5. KINKAWOOKA Odakyu Shinjuku brach

KINKAWOOKA Odakyu Shinjuku brach cuisine

A casual style seafood restaurant, [KINKAWOOKA Odakyu Shinjuku branch], is a restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of dishes as well as their specialty, oysters. Serves roasted, saute and deep fried dishes as well as the delicious fresh raw oyster. [Assorted grilled oysters] is the highly recommended dish in which you can enjoy 5 different flavors of grilled oysters; with sea urchin, herb butter, tomato, cheese, and anchovy. Another dish to delight oyster lovers is the [Large deep fried oyster], prepared using large oysters from Hiroshima. Also serves a wide range of wines to complement oysters. The warm woody decor of the restaurant creates a sophisticated, relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for so many different occasions, including dating, business, or going out with friends.

KINKAWOOKA Odakyu Shinjuku brach

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,200 JPY
Access: A 5-minute walk from [Shinjuku station], it is located inside Odakyu department store, Shinjuku branch
Address: Shinjuku branch, Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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6. Ginza Seigetsudo Shinjuku branch

[Ginza Seigetsudo Shinjuku branch] is a French restaurant with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere. Their chef accumulated training at a restaurant with the stars in France. Enjoy his seasonal courses using the best ingredients of the season. They carefully select ingredients, such as high-quality sumptuous tasting tomatoes for the appetizer [Snow Crab and Tomato, Served with Onion Mousse] with a beautiful red and white color combination of tomato and snow crab. [Grapefruit Brulee] is a refreshing dessert with an exquisite blend of the burnt surface and fruit meat inside. Also, enjoy various wines carefully-selected by the sommelier. They serve them by the glass as well. Casually enjoy their French dishes in a comfortable space. The beautiful night view is ideal for dates, and relaxing private rooms are suitable for girl's parties.

Ginza Seigetsudo Shinjuku branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 0 minutes from the west exit of JR Shinjuku Station. At [Manhattan Hills], a restaurant area on the 14th floor of Odakyu Department Store
Address: 14F, Odakyu Department Store Main Bldg., 1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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7. Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Nadaman Hinkan

Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Nadaman Hinkan cuisine

[Shinjuku Nadaman Hinkan] has a dining floor and private rooms. They also have special counters for [Tempura Matsui], [Sushi Shimizu], and [Teppan Steak Chikuhanatei]. With regard to [Kaiseki (traditional Japanese) Cuisine] which is the essence of the restaurant, they started serving a-la-carte dishes as well. Enjoy seasonal kaiseki dishes created from various ideas of the master chef. At each special counter, you can enjoy meals while watching the chef cook from a close distance. At the dining and private rooms, you can enjoy all menus, including tempura, sushi, and teppanyaki (grilled on an iron griddle). Private rooms are ideal for entertaining your clients, business meals, or to enjoy a private moment with your family. Have a fun moment at the counter seats while enjoying the skillful chef's techniques, or a beautiful moment in a private room. Both of them will become unforgettable memories.

Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Nadaman Hinkan

Open: 11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from the west exit of JR [Shinjuku Station]. At Manhattan Hills, a restaurant area on the 14th floor of Odakyu Department Store
Address: 14F, Odakyu Department Store Main Bldg., 1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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8. Washoku Zensai Sagami

[Washoku Zensai Sagami] is a Japanese restaurant on the 13th floor of Odakyu Department Store directly connected to Shinjuku Station. Thoroughly enjoy the [Sashimi] of fresh seafood directly sent from all over Japan, and [Sukiyaki (beef hot pot)] with Yonezawa Beef and Yamagata Beef. The various luxurious and exquisite dishes are beautifully arranged and served on high-quality tableware. A-la-carte dishes are ideal to casually enjoy with your favorite sake (Japanese alcohol). They also offer various authentic kaiseki (traditional Japanese cuisine) dishes. Private/semi-private rooms are suited for formal occasions such as entertaining your clients, business meals, family gatherings, and memorial services. When connecting private rooms, they become a spacious banquet room for up to 24 people. Furthermore, the spacious terrace seats become a beer garden during summer, where you can cheerfully enjoy with your friends.

Washoku Zensai Sagami

Open: 11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 0 minutes from the west exit of JR Shinjuku Station. At [Manhattan Hills], a restaurant area on the 13th floor of Odakyu Department Store
Address: 13F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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9. Grilled Gyutan (beef tongue) and Wagyu - AOBA -

Grilled Gyutan (beef tongue) and Wagyu - AOBA - cuisine

Enjoy Sendai-origin gyutan (beef tongue cuisine) and selected wagyu delicately cooked individually by a chef at [Gyutan and Grilled Wagyu Aoba]. They are made into a savory dish by the careful removal of fat and tough parts. The [prime grade thickly sliced gyutan], prepared using only the root part of the tongue, is exceptionally superb. The tender and fatty flavor of gyutan will spread through your mouth. The restaurant serves a variety of set menus with which you can enjoy your gyutan together with side dishes. They are very filling and are served with the following: mugimeshi (barley and rice cooked together); tororo (grated yam with a flavor, texture, and viscosity that they are proud of); tail soup full of delicious beef flavor. The location is very convenient as it is located inside Shinjuku Odakyu department store. This vibrant restaurant is always full of people, single diners, families with children and groups of women, and so on.

Grilled Gyutan (beef tongue) and Wagyu - AOBA -

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 0 minutes walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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10. Wagyu Itto Yakiniku - Gyubei Souan

Wagyu Itto Yakiniku - Gyubei Souan cuisine

Enjoy A5 grade wagyu beef at [Wagyu itto yakiniku - Gyubei Souan]. This restaurant purchases wagyu as itto (a head of cattle) selecting not based on where it is produced but instead based on its quality, so that the restaurant can serve high-quality wagyu with a wide range of cuts, including rare beef cuts such as Chateaubriand. The most popular dish is [Assortment of six kinds of wagyu]. This is a luxurious dish in which you can sample 6 different highly-recommended cuts of beef selected on the day. As a bonus, there is a wide selection of red wines to complement wagyu. The decor of the restaurant is a relaxing modern Japanese style, suitable for any occasion. Also, equipped with fully private rooms which you can use for business meetings or banquets. By connecting two private rooms, parties of up to 16 people can be accommodated.

Wagyu Itto Yakiniku - Gyubei Souan

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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11. Coffee, Tea, and Cake - Canterbury cafe

Coffee, Tea, and Cake - Canterbury cafe cuisine

Coffee, tea and cake, Canterbury cafe is where you can enjoy cakes made with fine ingredients while sipping coffee or tea. You'll smile when you try these cakes with fresh seasonal fruit and plenty of good quality fresh cream. There are always 11 kinds of those cakes available, providing a variety of options. Freshly brewed coffee, carefully selected from beans, and teas with elegant aromas will add more flavor to the cakes. The decor, inspired by the Canterbury region of England, makes for a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. It is exceptionally convenient from Shinjuku station, as it is located inside the Odakyu department store. Why don't you spend an elegant tea time with muffins and scones prepared from authentic recipes?

Coffee, Tea, and Cake - Canterbury cafe

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,000 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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12. SAISAI-TOKORI

SAISAI-TOKORI is the place where you can enjoy healthy Korean cuisine prepared with fine ingredients. They have many flavorful dishes taking advantages of those ingredients. These dishes include [Saisai Bibimba], containing plentiful 13 seasonal vegetables, and [Samugyopusaru (Korean pork BBQ)] prepared using Shonai pork from Yamagata prefecture. The colorful dishes are popular with women as they look fantastic on social media. The restaurant is located on the 12th floor of Odakyu department store, which is very close to Shinjuku station. You can view Shinjuku town from their windows. The night view is beautiful and the restaurant is chic and has a relaxing atmosphere suitable for dates or female parties. Also equipped with private rooms so you can enjoy your time without restraint.

SAISAI-TOKORI

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,600 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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13. Sushi restaurant Ginza Fukusuke Shinjuku Odakyu branch

Sushi restaurant Ginza Fukusuke Shinjuku Odakyu branch cuisine

[Sushi restaurant Ginza Fukusuke Shinjuku Odakyu branch] is the restaurant which always has over 50 different kind of seafood ingredients for sushi available. This is achieved through their experience as a fresh seafood whole seller; connoisseurs with a network of good product. With their connoisseur's eye they carefully select from the fresh fish sent to Toyosu fish market from all over Japan. Their very popular dishes include [Okonomi zushi], which allows you to select the pieces you like, and [Misaki], an assorted selection of the day selected by the head chef or manager. What makes this restaurant very comfortable is that the prices are clearly indicated; there are no confusing time-sensitive prices. There is a large wooden counter with a warm feel, and tables. Why not enjoy the tradition and sophistication of authentic Edomae sushi?

Sushi restaurant Ginza Fukusuke Shinjuku Odakyu branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:40 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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14. Soba and meal Tsuzurao main branch

Soba and meal Tsuzurao main branch cuisine

[Soba and meal Tsuzurao Honten] is located right above Shinjuku station, on the restaurant floor of Odakyu department store. For lunchtime they offer a variety of soba dishes and set menus like [Tenju gozen], for the evening they delight you with a soba-related side dish to accompany sake. They are also known for their wide range of local sake selected by their sake sommelier. This selection of rare sake, as well as seasonal sake, will meet the standards of sake lovers. The restaurant has a great view from its windows and has a very spacious atmosphere in the day time. There are lots of shopping buildings such as Keio, LUMINE and MYLORD nearby, so it's easy to pop in after shopping. In the evening the restaurant transforms its atmosphere into very sophisticated space with views of the night city. The restaurant is ideal as a place for after-work drinks, as well as business meetings, dining, and dating.

Soba and meal Tsuzurao main branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR Shinjuku station, it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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15. Chinese cuisine Ryumon

The restaurant opened on the restaurant floor of Odakyu department store in 1967. They still serve their timeless flavors even after moving to the present location. Their selection includes not-so-spicy dishes such as spicy yet sweet [Prawn in chili sauce], [Sweet and sour pork (with black vinegar)], prepared only using black pork and black vinegar sauce, as well as the extremely spicy dish [Ryumon noodles (special spicy noodles)]. The menu will please people who are not so keen on spice as well as spice lovers. The decor of the restaurant is based on soothing brown tones, and tables include bench seating which can cater for both small groups and parties of up to 16 people. Ryumon is very easy to find, it is right in front of you after stepping out of the elevator on the 12th floor. All of these elements explain why the restaurant is popular with both families with children and seniors.

Chinese cuisine Ryumon

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR [Shinjuku Station], it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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16. Tsukiji Miyagawa Honten

[Tsukiji Miyagawa Honten] has a long history. It was established in the year of Meiji 26 (1893) and opened up a branch on the restaurant floor of Odakyu department store. This is a popular place to enjoy well-established flavors in a casual setting while shopping. They offer a variety of dishes using eels supplied fresh every day. Of all the dishes, [Unaju] is the most recommended dish. This is done in the Edomae style, steamed first, then grilled. The flavor of the dish is enhanced by the sauce which has been passed on since the restaurant's foundation. The decor is Japanese modern style and well-lighted, inviting to the solo diner. As a bonus, they take orders for lunch until 16:00. With a children's menu, the restaurant is suitable for a wide range of diners and occasions.

Tsukiji Miyagawa Honten

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR [Shinjuku Station], it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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17. Tempura Ginza Tenichi

[Tempura Ginza Tenichi] is the place where you can enjoy freshly deep fried tempura prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients chosen from Toyosu market by the connoisseurs. There are great tables to relax at or, even better, you can sit at the counter and view the professional chefs' skills. These chefs will serve you hot, freshly fried tempura at the pace you set. It's popular to try their tempura at the counter on business occasions or for special celebratory dates. The house original sake goes very well with this freshly fried tempura. This top-class dry daiginjo sake has a sharp taste and enhances the flavor of dishes. The convenience of the restaurant being connected to Shinjuku station is another attraction. Why not relax with delicious tempura while shopping.

Tempura Ginza Tenichi

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: 0 minute walk from West gate of JR [Shinjuku Station], it is located on the 12th floor of Manhattan Hills, the restaurant district of Odakyu department store
Address: 12F, Main bldg. Odakyu department store, 1-1-3 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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18. Tonkatsu Wako

Tonkatsu Wako is famous for its delicious tonkatsu (pork cutlets) that skilled chefs fry until crisp to lock in the flavor of the meat. Here, the tonkatsu is available in several varieties of branded pork, including Oirase Garlic pork. It is made from garlic-fed pigs raised in Towada, Aomori and is famed for its excellent aroma and texture. Another type on offer is the Akita Towadako Kogen Momobuta pork, which is raised in only three farms in Kosaka, Akita, and has a soft texture and mild aroma. This restaurant is conveniently located on the 12th floor of the Odakyu Department Store, which can be directly accessed from the Shinjuku Station West Gate. With an excellent view from the windows, you can enjoy a view over the Shinjuku cityscape while you enjoy your meal. The restaurant's calm atmosphere with subdued lighting makes it a wonderful setting for meals with friends or dates.

Tonkatsu Wako

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (Lunch L.O. 4:00 pm, Dinner L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Located directly at [Shinjuku Station] West Gate, in the Odakyu Department Store 12th floor Restaurant Town, Manhattan Hills.
Address: 12F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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19. Pasta Dining Molte Volte

Guests can take their time over a luxurious meal in an unpretentious setting at Pasta Dining Molte Volte. The restaurant's pasta is carefully made with an original recipe. Its defining feature is its deliciously firm texture. This restaurant has also developed its own flavors, ingredients, and cooking methods. It is recommended for relaxed lunches, a blissful afternoon tea with dessert, or for dinners spent gazing over the beautiful night scenery with a glass of wine. Another attractive feature is the varied menu which caters to all types of customers and settings. The warm atmosphere and delicious cuisine makes this a perfect choice for a family meal, date, business meeting, or group outing.

Pasta Dining Molte Volte

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Located directly at [Shinjuku Station] West Gate, in the Odakyu Department Store 12th floor Restaurant Town, Manhattan Hills.
Address: 12F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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20. Mugi-Boshi by Grill Manten-Boshi

Mugi-Boshi by Grill Manten-Boshi cuisine

Enjoy Western-style meals in a relaxing, carefree environment at Mugi-Boshi by Grill Manten-Boshi. This is a sister restaurant of Grill Manten-Boshi, a restaurant that succeeded the famous Kushi Bistro Manten-Boshi which opened in Mitsuke, Akasaka in 1978. The excellent menu includes [Beefsteak Bowl], a dish that blends traditional French cooking with Japanese tastes, the original dish [Manten-Boshi Style Cabbage Rolls], and the [Western-Style Plate], which offers a luxurious assortment of European favorites. This restaurant aims to help everyone to feel relaxed while enjoying French cuisine, and is loved by people of all ages. The stylish restaurant interior has a slightly nostalgic atmosphere. It's a popular spot for solo diners and families, as well as for dates and get-togethers with friends.

Mugi-Boshi by Grill Manten-Boshi

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: Located directly at [Shinjuku Station] West Gate, in the Odakyu Department Store 12th floor Restaurant Town, Manhattan Hills.
Address: 12F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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21. Shinjuku Kitchen 012

Shinjuku Kitchen 012 is popular as a drop-in spot that guests can visit any time. Its signature dish is the [Shinjuku Kitchen Hamburg Steak], a luxurious dish made with 100% Japanese minced beef. Brought sizzling-hot to the table on a iron plate, this dish really makes an impact! Carefully selected ingredients are adopted to create brand new dishes. The accompanying drinks menu is based around cocktails that are particularly popular with women. Friendly staff welcome guests inside, where they can have a fun time over delicious food. With plenty of sofa seats, the comfortable and relaxing space is also very appealing. With its delicious, colorful Western style meals, this is great restaurant for family outings, dates with a special someone, or a meal with friends.

Shinjuku Kitchen 012

Open: 11:00 - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm)
Closed: National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,800 JPY
Access: Located directly at [Shinjuku Station] West Gate in the Odakyu Department Store 12th floor Restaurant Town, Manhattan Hills.
Address: 12F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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22. Brillant Cafe

Directly connected to Shinjuku Station, you don't need to brave the elements to stop by! A vast menu with everything from meals to desserts is available. Try the crispy and light waffles, [Japanese Style Fruit Sandwich] with cream and red bean paste, and pasta made from Japanese ingredients. Drink sets are also available with all meals. The spacious and relaxed restaurant is frequented by everyone from solo diners to groups. This is recommended for a quick rest while on a date or shopping in the area. Small children are welcome, and there is a kid's menu available. The interior design changes throughout the year to give guests a sense of the changing season, so why not come by and enjoy the cafe menu at Brillant Cafe?

Brillant Cafe

Open: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm (L.O. 7:15 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY
Access: Located directly at [Shinjuku Station] West Gate in the Odakyu Department Store 11th floor Restaurant Town, Manhattan Hills.
Address: 11F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3, Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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23. Machiavelli Shinjuku branch

After going up by escalator, you will see the open terrace suddenly spread in front of you. Welcome to a different world, away from the hustle and bustle of Shinjuku. [Machiavelli] was established in 1639 as a winery in Florence, Tuscany, Italy. [Machiavelli Shinjuku branch] is their only branch outside Italy. The restaurant offers savory Tuscan cuisine featuring meat and cheese dishes, mainly with prix-fixe courses. They also provide 100 kinds of wines selected by our sommelier. Machiavelli's high-quality Chianti Classico is especially recommended. You can enjoy the beautiful night view from the indoor seats with a calm atmosphere. During the best seasons, you can enjoy our relaxing resort-like terrace seats.

Machiavelli Shinjuku branch

Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm / Tea Time 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: 123 meters from [Shinjuku Station]
Address: 13F, Odakyu Department Store, 1-1-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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24. Smoked Cuisine & Wine - AJIDORI- Shinjuku Main branch

Smoked Cuisine & Wine - AJIDORI- Shinjuku Main branch cuisine

[2 minutes walk from the east exit of Shinjuku Station] The specialty is smoked cuisine! Their proud seasonal ingredients include domestic Japanese black beef, black pork, and fresh seafood directly sent from Tsukiji. They carefully cook and smoke them to add an exquisite smoky aroma. [Hot Pot Banquet Courses] Enjoy an abundance of carefully-selected ingredients with their hot pot menus, such as [Hot Pot with Smoked Innards] and [Hot Pot with Smoked Jidori-Chicken]. With high-quality ingredients, you can fully enjoy the charms of the restaurant. These courses are ideal for special and premium dinners and banquets. [Sophisticated Space] The private rooms, sofa seats, and banquet seats were supervised by a designer! Private rooms with a Japanese atmosphere, suited for various occasions, are popular among a wide range of generations.

Smoked Cuisine & Wine - AJIDORI- Shinjuku Main branch

Open: 5:00 pm - 5:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,980 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from the east exit of [Shinjuku Station] / On the 9th floor of the building along Yasukuni-dori Street
Address: 9F, Tokaien Bldg., 1-6-3 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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25. Jidori Chicken & Local Sake Izakaya with Private Rooms -TOTTORI- Shinjuku Main branch

Jidori Chicken & Local Sake Izakaya with Private Rooms -TOTTORI- Shinjuku Main branch cuisine

[TOTTORI Shinjuku Main branch], 2-minute walk from the east exit of Shinjuku Station, is in an animated town. This relaxing restaurant serves various tasty local sake (Japanese alcohol) from all over Japan. The restaurant can accommodate from 2 to 70 people. Various sizes of sophisticated private rooms with adult atmospheres are available, where you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes from renowned production sites. Enjoy [Sashimi of Sea Urchin] and [Charcoal-Grilled Snow Crab], and [Bagna Cauda with Carefully-Selected Vegetables] which is especially recommended for ladies. Also enjoy comparing different sake. It is also possible to switch your plan to all-you-can-drink. Other than sake, they also offer a wide variety of drinks. Various courses are available where you can select your favorite local dishes. Also please visit for new year's parties, farewell parties, and large banquets.

Jidori Chicken & Local Sake Izakaya with Private Rooms -TOTTORI- Shinjuku Main branch

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 5:00 am
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,980 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from the east exit of [Shinjuku Station], on the 7th floor of the building along Yasukuni-dori Street
Address: 7F, Tokaien Bldg., 1-6-3 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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26. Kushiyaki Sakedokoro Wa D

[Kushiyaki Sakedokoro Wa D] with its relaxing atmosphere is in the center of the downtown area with very good access, 1 minute walk from Shibuya Station on Keio Inokashira Line, or 3 minutes walk from Shibuya Station on Yamanote Line. Fully enjoy the wide variety of sake and shochu (Japanese alcohols) with the creative dishes, such as beef tongue and skewers, with seasonal ingredients. They use only domestic meat including chicken, pork, and beef. Their vegetables are carefully-selected directly by the manager. You can always enjoy seasonal tastes. It is also possible to order the dishes, not on the menu. This unforgettable restaurant has many repeaters. Have a comfortable moment in the space unified with Japanese decorations, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.

Kushiyaki Sakedokoro Wa D

Open: [Monday-Thursday, Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:30 am) [Friday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:30 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: After exiting from the west exit of [Shibuya Station] on Keio Inokashira Line, turn left, then in the brick building that is two buildings down on the left side
Address: 201, Cosmo Shibuya Bldg., 2-8-8 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (Map)
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