Top 15 Best Restaurants in Shinjuku Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Reservation Guide-

Update-date: Feb 03 2025

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Japanese, Western, Chinese, BBQ, nabe (hot pot), Asian, bars - Shinjuku is said to have more than 6,000 restaurants. Here is the ultimate collection with 13 of the best of them! Have a look at the variety of food you can choose from while you're in the area!

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1. Sushi Kaki Shinjuku Sushiebisu Shinjuku Nishiguchi Kotakibashi-dori Branch

Sushi Kaki Shinjuku Sushiebisu Shinjuku Nishiguchi Kotakibashi-dori Branch cuisine

Shinjuku Sushiebis is a sushi izakaya offering authentic nigirizushi, made with black vinegar-seasoned rice, at reasonable prices. Popular dishes include "Ikura Cocktail" and "Ebi Kani Gassen," and they also offer all-you-can-eat fresh oysters and chopstick-bag omikuji. The restaurant provides a sushi experience course, especially popular with foreign tourists. It features eight different brands of sake to complement the sushi. With a casual yet authentic atmosphere, it’s a great place to enjoy a variety of sushi and unique dishes.

Sushi Kaki Shinjuku Sushiebisu Shinjuku Nishiguchi Kotakibashi-dori Branch

Open: [Monday-Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, [Monday-Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: Located near Hakata Gekijo and Yakiniku Raiku restaurants in the area behind Welcia drugstore
Address: 1F, Nishimura Bldg., 7-10-10, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. Takuan Botantei

Takuan Botantei is renowned for its high-quality Japanese beef dishes. Inside, the modern Japanese-style setting offers a dignified yet relaxed atmosphere. The menu highlights A5-rank Japanese black beef, with standout dishes like "Miso Beef Nabe" and "Grilled Beef in Salt Crust," which showcase the ingredients' best flavors. The restaurant features private rooms of various sizes, ideal for entertaining, special dinners, and celebrations. The attention to detail in the decor creates a memorable experience, where the quality of ingredients, technique, and space harmonize perfectly.

Takuan Botantei

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:45 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 7,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Shimizubashi Exit of Nishi-shinjuku-gochome Sstation on the Toei Oedo Line. 7-minute walk from Nishi-shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
Address: 1F, Nishi-Shinjuku Park Heights, 4-15-1, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Teppanyaki Steak Kitanozaka

The restaurant previously known as "Shinjuku Teppanyaki Sublime" has rebranded to "Shinjuku Teppanyaki Kitanozaka," bringing the renowned Azabujuban Sublime experience to Shinjuku. It offers top-tier A5-ranked Kobe beef and Japanese Black Wagyu beef, lovingly reared and served with premium ingredients on an iron griddle. This results in succulent, aromatic meat that melts in your mouth, making it perfect for anniversaries, group dinners, and entertaining guests. The luxurious counter space allows adults to savor unforgettable dining experiences.

Teppanyaki Steak Kitanozaka

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:55 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from each line Shinjuku Station, 233m from Shinjuku Sanchome Station
Address: 8-A, FS Bldg., 3-20-6, Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Nou Ohashi

Nou Ohashi, just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, offers a vegetable-focused menu in calming private rooms. The main course features produce from Ohashi Farm in Gifu Prefecture, which strives to grow healthier vegetables. The menu highlights the produce's flavor with simple dishes like salads, tempura, and garlic shrimp, alongside various meat and rice dishes. The drink selection includes organic wine, sake, and shochu. The modern Japanese-style space boasts three private rooms, making it perfect for business entertainment, dates, and gatherings. Escape the city's hustle and enjoy a drink in this tranquil setting.

Nou Ohashi

Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:00 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from East Exit of Shinjuku Station
Address: 8F, Lee3 Bldg., 2-11-4, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Steak & Shabu-shabu Fujita

Fujita, situated in the Shinjuku Washington Hotel Annex, is an urban oasis offering teppanyaki Kobe and Saga beef in an upscale setting. Ideal for business dinners, meetings, dates, or special occasions, the restaurant allows guests to enjoy the chef's teppan grilling skills while overlooking the illuminated courtyard. Fresh lobsters and abalones, sourced from the restaurant's entrance fish tank, promise astonishing tenderness and plump textures. Just an 8-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, Fujita offers a relaxing and memorable dining experience.

Steak & Shabu-shabu Fujita

Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed:
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit E1 of Tochomae Station on Toei Oedo Line / 8-minute walk from the South Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR and other lines
Address: 1F, Shinjuku Washington Hotel ANNEX, 3-3-15, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinju-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Yamagata Soba Saryo Tsukinoyama

Tsukinoyama, showcases Yamagata's food culture, starting with Itasoba. Yamagata's rich environment yields fascinating agricultural products, local cuisine, pickles, and sake. This restaurant offers unique soba noodles, different from Edo soba. They also provide all-you-can-drink courses featuring Yamagata's seasonal flavors, perfect for sightseeing and banquets. The modern interior is welcoming, making it suitable for overseas guests wanting to casually experience authentic Japanese cuisine. Visit Tsukinoyama to savor Yamagata's unique delicacies and special soba noodles.

Yamagata Soba Saryo Tsukinoyama

Open: [Monday-Friday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays]Dinner 11:30 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Yoyogi Station on JR Yamanote Line and Toei Oedo Line / 3-minute walk from Minami-Shinjuku Station on Odakyu Line
Address: 1F, BIZ SMART Yoyogi, 1-25-5, Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Niku Kappou - Niku Kabuku

At Niku Kabuku, customers can enjoy "Niku Kappo" (meat cooking) menus featuring top-quality A5-rank Japanese black beef, seafood, and seasonal vegetables directly shipped from Toyosu. The chef, Mr. Yamamoto, has an extensive culinary experience, including hosting receptions for state guests. His dishes, such as the "Charcoal Grilled Chateaubriand" and "Charcoal Grilled A5 Zabuton Mini Toast with Truffles," embody his gratitude towards the producers and patrons. Paired with fine wines like the popular "Opus One," these dishes promise a delightful dining experience.

Niku Kappou - Niku Kabuku

Open: Dinner 6:00 pm - 4:00 am (L.O. 3:45 am)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 12,000 JPY
Access: 8-minute walk from East Exit of Shinjuku Station on JR Lines / 5-minute walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station on the Toei Oedo Line and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
Address: Hotel Shena 2F, 2-22-1, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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8. Mamafufu LUMINE EST Shinjuku Branch

This is a Chinese restaurant with a stylish, futuristic touch, that is located on the 7th floor of Lumine. Grilled, boiled, fried, steamed, soup - you'll find 100 different types of gyoza on their menu, making this place a true gyoza mecca! Their dumplings have no garlic and are both healthy and juicy, which explains why 70% of their customers are female. They also have other delicious and unique dishes, such as the [Kakugiri Sirloin no Shoyu Kuro Chahan] or the [Amazu no Yasashii Tenshinhan], which is so crispy, tender, and juicy that it will give you a sublime experience involving all of your 5 senses!

Mamafufu LUMINE EST Shinjuku Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 1,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,300 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from JR Shinjuku station.
Address: 7F, Lumine Est Shinjuku, 3-38-1 Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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9. Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch

Choi Oden offers a luxurious experience with seasonal fish delivered fresh from fishing ports across Japan. Upon entering, you'll find a stylish, lively atmosphere and skilled chefs. The restaurant's specialty, the "Self-Choice Order," lets you pick your favorite fish from the tank and have it cooked to your preference. Enjoy fresh seafood in various styles, accompanied by recommended local sake. All-you-can-drink banquet courses are available. The food entertainment by chefs adds to the experience, and you can casually enjoy the market vibe just outside Shinjuku Station.

Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch

Open: [Monday-Thursday] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm), [Friday] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 4:00 am (L.O. 3:30 am), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station on Toei Oedo Line / 3-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station on Seibu Shinjuku Line / 114m from Seibu Shinjuku Station
Address: 1F, Sanko Park Bldg., 7-3-1, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. Yakitori Tori Ryori Toritatsu

Yakitori Toriryori Toritatsu expertly prepares domestic hog maw, served with green onions, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Customers can add soy sauce as desired. The restaurant exclusively uses Hyugadori or locally-raised chicken, known for being milder and sweeter. Open for 30 years, it's a favorite among Shinjuku's office workers. Despite its retro interior, cleanliness is a priority. Located just three minutes from Shinjuku Station, it has a seven-seat counter, perfect for solo diners. Experience this delightful, retro-style yakitori restaurant.

Yakitori Tori Ryori Toritatsu

Open: 4:00 pm - 2:00 am[Saturday] 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY
Access: Exit through the south exit of JR Yamanote Line "Shinjuku Station", and go to the right.
Address: Ayuzawa Bldg. B1F , 1-19-12 Nishi Shinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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11. Sushi Miyako

For over 40 years, Sushi Miyako has offered a delightful dining experience to both local and international guests in Tokyo's prestigious Nishi-Shinjuku area. The menu mainly features two monthly-rotating "omakase courses," showcasing seasonal delicacies and Edomae sushi. Open from 12 pm to 7 pm on Sundays and National Holidays, it also offers a limited lunch course. With counter seats and private rooms, it caters to various dining scenarios. Its proximity to hotels in Nishi-Shinjuku makes it an ideal sushi destination during your Tokyo stay.

Sushi Miyako

Open: [Monday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm (L.O. 6:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY / [Lunch] 10,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku Station on Tokyo Metro / 5-minute walk from Tochomae Station on Toei Subway / 12-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station
Address: Hilton Underground Shopping Arcade, 6-6-2, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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12. Bon. nu

Tucked away in Yoyogi, Tokyo, is Bon.nu, a chic restaurant owned by gastronomic luminary, Mr. Kei Kurusu. Despite its minimalist presentation, each course bursts with the rich aroma of high-quality ingredients. The restaurant's philosophy is to create unique, lightly seasoned dishes that highlight the full potential of each ingredient. Mr. Kurusu's profound expertise and exquisite techniques make dining at Bon.nu an unforgettable sensory journey. Here, you can truly savor the essence of each ingredient, creating a blissful culinary experience.

Bon. nu

Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm) *Reservations for lunch are accepted only for 6 persons or more *Limited to 3 groups per day *The course is 43,000 JPY for the first visit and 48,000 JPY or more for the second visit onward (excluding tax and service charge)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 60,000 JPY / [Lunch] 60,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from Yoyogi Station on JR Lines, 6-minute walk from Hatsudai Station on Keio New Line/Sangubashi Station on Odakyu Line
Address: 1F, Queens Yoyogi, 4-22-17, Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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13. Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami

9. Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami

Seasonal Japanese food and sushi Kaiseki cuisine are meticulously crafted by a skilled chef with a background in famous traditional Japanese restaurants. His high standards extract the best from seasonal ingredients, which vary throughout the season. Emphasizing a once-in-a-lifetime hospitality experience, the chef imbues each dish with seasonal sentiment. Customers are invited to savor Japanese cuisine with all their senses, immersing themselves in Japan's seasonal culture and the thoughtful hospitality infused into every dish. (80 words)

Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami

Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 6,000 JPY
Access: 370m from Shinjuku Station
Address: 3F-A, Seirei Bldg., 1-19-13, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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14. Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando

Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando offers grilled skewers and inventive cuisine featuring brand-name chicken from Miyazaki Prefecture, in a comfortable Japanese setting with private rooms. Dishes created by a French-trained chef, such as "Nichinan chicken" skewers grilled over quality charcoal, offer a unique dining experience. The restaurant's stylish yet relaxed interior has counter seats for solo diners, table seats for friends and dates, and private rooms accommodating up to 20 people. Just a 2-3 minute walk from Shinjuku Station, this restaurant is suitable for both private and business occasions.

Sumibi Kushiyaki Ando

Open: [Monday-Thursday, Sunday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O 11:00 pm) [Friday, Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O 4:00 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: From the east exit of Shinjuku Station, go straight to the Don Quixote Kabukicho branch. It is on the 3F of the left side building when you proceed through Godzilla Street in front of TOHO Cinemas
Address: 3F, WaMall Kabukicho, 1-18-9, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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15. Shinjuku Pasutakan

This restaurant offers a unique self-cooking style where customers grill their own food, guided by available recipes and videos. It's particularly appreciated by overseas customers for this interactive experience. With the help of the staff, customers can make fluffy, hot okonomiyaki using seasonal domestic cabbage and high-purity flour. The original okonomiyaki sauce adds a distinctive taste. Their Tsukiji Monjayaki uses top-quality ingredients sourced from the historic fish wholesaler, Maruju. The dashi broth, a blend of seabream, dried bonito flakes, scallops, and chicken broth, all produced in Japan, ensures a robust flavor.

Shinjuku Pasutakan

Open: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:15 pm) Drink L.O. 9:15 pm
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,000 JPY
Access: It is located on the 8th floor of Mylord above Shinjuku Station on the JR Line (South Exit), Odakyu Line and Keio Line
Address: 8F, Shinjuku Mylord, 1-1-3, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.