Update-date: Jul 23 2024
Foreign travelers to Japan are almost certain to visit Tokyo, which is a well-known city. Because it's a culinary hotspot with delicious foods from all over the country, countless renowned eateries are scattered throughout the area. So naturally, the range of culinary types and ingredients makes it challenging to choose what to eat. In this post, we'll introduce several well-known eateries that received great ratings on SAVOR JAPAN.
1. Tokyo - Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho Marunouchi Building Branch
Several traditional Nagoya eel dishes are made with "jiyaki" eel, which is seldom seen in Tokyo.
With a view of Tokyo Station, the Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho Marunouchi Building Branch has a wonderful location. Eel that is regionally grilled and broiled over a high, distant fire without steaming is a staple of Nagoya's regional cuisine. The modern Japanese restaurant features a wooden base and a laid-back ambiance. There are also private rooms with a fantastic view available.
Hitsumabushi is char-grilled eel that has been dipped in a "special sauce" that is primarily made of Tamari soy sauce from the Aichi Prefecture. It is then served with condiments and dashi chazuke on the side. The inside is soft and fluffy, and the outside is soft and crispy. Take advantage of the "Shiroyaki," a classy meal made with eel fat and mirin, as well as other delectable eel dishes that have been expertly prepared.
Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho Marunouchi Building Branch
Open: Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)/ Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: Short walk from from Marunouchi South Exit of [Tokyo Station] of JR Lines and Shinkansen. It is on the 6th floor of Marunouchi Bldg.
Address: 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,000 JPY
Access: Short walk from from Marunouchi South Exit of [Tokyo Station] of JR Lines and Shinkansen. It is on the 6th floor of Marunouchi Bldg.
Address: 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
2. Meguro - Yakitori Abe
A famous "Yakitori x Wine" restaurant that pursues the best of chicken cuisine.
Go right along Meguro Street in front of the station after leaving Meguro Station. Yakitori Abe" is located about a 3-minute walk from Meguro Station. The proprietor, who received his training at the renowned yakitori restaurant "Torishiki," provides skewers mostly made of chicken and other seasonal delicacies. The sleek counter that keeps smoke out makes up the majority of the restaurant's interior. The high ceiling offers a relaxing environment that is pleasant.
The "Omakase Course," which has seasonal chawanmushi (steamed egg), soaked vegetables, and other dishes, is served using a system that asks you to say "stop" when you are satisfied. You can completely savor the successively prepared chicken skewers. The "appetizers" feature chicken dishes like "chicken rillette" and other chicken-based fare that are enhanced by the restaurant's house wines.
Yakitori Abe
Open: [Weekdays/Saturdays/holidays/days before holidays] Normal hours: 18:00-00:00 (last order 23:00).
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: Exit from the east exit upon alighting at Meguro station on various lines, and proceed straight along Meguro Avenue in front of Resona Bank. We will be 3 buildings beside the 7-Eleven.
Address: Miyuki House 1F, Kamiosaki 3-3-4, Shinagawa, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: Exit from the east exit upon alighting at Meguro station on various lines, and proceed straight along Meguro Avenue in front of Resona Bank. We will be 3 buildings beside the 7-Eleven.
Address: Miyuki House 1F, Kamiosaki 3-3-4, Shinagawa, Tokyo Map
3. Okachimachi - Ponta Honke
The original "Cutlet" & "Tongue Stew" inherited from an enchanting Western restaurant.
A well-known Western-style restaurant called Ponta Honke is identified by the Daimaru Matsuzakaya Ueno store that is located in front of it. It was founded in 1905. The first generation, who was a cook for the Imperial Household Agency at the time, created the classic flavor that is still maintained by the restaurant. Private tatami rooms are also available; however, table dining is the most common use of the warm wood decoration. It can be used for a variety of purposes, depending on your needs.
The original "Katsuretsu" is a harmony of lean pork loin and aromatic crispy batter. This specialty, made by carefully trimming the fat from the pork loin and slowly frying it in homemade lard, has long fascinated diners. The "Tongue stew" is also a must-try. Please enjoy the taste of this long-established restaurant.
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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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
4. Ginza - Sukiyaki Kappou Yoshizawa
Sukiyaki, a specialty of carefully selected marbled meat, served in a private room in a relaxed atmosphere.
About a 3-minute walk from Ginza Station is Sukiyaki Kappo Yoshizawa, a venerable restaurant that was originally a butcher store. 12 tatami rooms are available for parties from 4 to 35 people. They are all entirely private spaces with various ambiances where you may spend exquisite time in a relaxing atmosphere. This restaurant can be used for a variety of events, including business dinners and personal evenings.
The owner selects and purchases a whole cow, ages it, and serves it to diners. The signature dish, sukiyaki, is served by a skilled chef, and the homemade sauce brings out the best of the marbled beef. It goes perfectly with the Edo-style leek. Please enjoy the traditional menu that only a long-established restaurant with a thorough knowledge of beef can offer.
Sukiyaki Kappou Yoshizawa
Open: Normal hours: 11:00-22:00, last order at 21:00 / Lunch: 11:00-15:00
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 14,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: Three minutes' walk from exit A12/13 of Ginza Station, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Two minutes' walk from exit A8 of Higashi-ginza Station, Toei Asakusa Line.
Address: 3-9-19 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 14,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: Three minutes' walk from exit A12/13 of Ginza Station, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Two minutes' walk from exit A8 of Higashi-ginza Station, Toei Asakusa Line.
Address: 3-9-19 Ginza , Chuo-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Asakusabashi - Edo Soba Noodle Restaurant Asada
Wonderful ancient Edo cuisine featuring authentic juwari soba and traditional "soba-mae"
Asakusabashi, which still exudes the vibe of a wholesale district, is the location of the 1854 establishment of Asada Soba Restaurant. Soba noodles are exclusively produced in Japan. Every morning, soba is crushed on a millstone, and the kneading, stretching, and cutting are all done by hand. The restaurant's second floor is comfortable and furnished with a private room that can accommodate around 10 people. The room is suitable for soba as well as parties and other large gatherings that include a variety of sake appetizers in the evening.
The "Seiro-mushi," which highlights the flavor of freshly ground Juwari Soba, is served with the "Anago Ten Seiro," prepared with special freshly caught conger eel, which is fried in sesame oil and has an irresistible aroma, and several other varieties, including "Tiger Prawn Ten Seiro".
Edo Soba Noodle Restaurant Asada
Open: [Weekdays] Lunch: 11:30 - 14:30 / Dinner: 17:30 - 22:00 (Last order: 21:00) [Saturday] Lunch: 11:30 - 14:30 / Dinner: 17:30 - 21:00 (Last order: 20:00)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,300 JPY
Access: 3 minutes on foot from JR Sobu Line Asakusabashi Station East Exit/2 minutes on foot from Toei Asakusa Line Asakusabashi Station A4 Exit/on the left hand side on Edo-dori toward Asakusa
Address: 2-29-11 Asakusabashi , Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,300 JPY
Access: 3 minutes on foot from JR Sobu Line Asakusabashi Station East Exit/2 minutes on foot from Toei Asakusa Line Asakusabashi Station A4 Exit/on the left hand side on Edo-dori toward Asakusa
Address: 2-29-11 Asakusabashi , Taito-ku, Tokyo Map
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
