Top 15 Family-Friendly Izakaya in Tokyo Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jul 02 2024

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

While it’s almost impossible to find an izakaya (Japanese pub) in Tokyo that doesn’t have delicious food, it can be quite difficult to find ones large enough to accommodate families. These 15 izakaya are some of the most family-friendly izakaya in Tokyo!

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1. OISHI KOMACHI SHINSEN

OISHI KOMACHI SHINSEN, a Japanese sake izakaya in a quiet Shinsen neighborhood, offers an experience reminiscent of old Japan. Enjoy 35 brews of sake, handpicked by the owner, alongside creative Japanese dishes featuring seasonal vegetables. It is a haven for sake enthusiasts with rare, seasonally curated brews. The menu, designed with sake pairings in mind, includes unique dishes like norinotsukudani gorgonzola pizza and farm-style chopped vegetable bagna cauda. Relish in the flavors of fresh Japanese vegetables and premium sake in this relaxing setting.

OISHI KOMACHI SHINSEN

Open: [Monday - Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / [Monday - Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 800 JPY
Access: 3 minutes on foot from Shinsen Station on the Keio Inokashira Line / 10 minutes on foot from Shibuya Station on the subway, JR, and private railway lines
Address: 10-5 Shinsen-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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2. YAKITORI DINING ITADAKI COCCO CHAN Gotanda Branch

YAKITORI DINING ITADAKI COCCO CHAN, a minute's walk from Gotanda Station, specializes in Hokkaido dishes. Apart from yakitori, tsukune, and "zangi" (Hokkaido's karaage fried chicken), the menu includes Hokkaido pub favorites like jumbo yakitori and pork skewers. Notably, "COCCO CHAN's Zangi" (in salt or soy sauce) has won the Karaage Championship grand prize. The restaurant's wood-toned atmosphere is relaxed, allowing for leisurely meals and drinks. Only electronic cigarettes are permitted. Enjoy Hokkaido's finest ingredients in various dishes and drinks.

YAKITORI DINING ITADAKI COCCO CHAN Gotanda Branch

Open: [Weekdays] 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Food L.O. 11:00 pm, Drink L.O. 11:30 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Food L.O. 9:00 pm, Drink L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,200 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Gotanda Station on the Toei Asakusa Line/JR Yamanote Line
Address: 6F, FPG Links GOTANDA, 1-2-8, Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo Map
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3. Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu branch

Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu branch specializes in chicken dishes sourced from carefully selected producers. They use domestic chicken from contracted farms, known for its resilient texture and deep flavor. Dishes like yakitori and karaage are served with fresh, aromatic seasonal vegetables. Their recommended courses and popular all-you-can-drink menu help you fully savor their proud chicken offerings. The restaurant features 96 seats, including counter and table seats, and spacious horigotatsu, popular among foreign tourists. Located in the vibrant Toyosu area, home to the new fish market, it's a must-visit during your market sightseeing.

Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu branch

Open: [Weekdays (Monday - Friday)] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Toyosu Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Address: 1F, TOYOSU FORESIA, 3-2-24 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo Map
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4. Robata to Oden Kyousuke Kinshicho Branch

Robata to Oden Kyosuke, located in Kinshicho, is a popular destination for fresh seafood sourced from across Japan. The menu boasts dishes like Sashimi, Nigiri Sushi, and simmered dishes, along with signature Robatayaki and three-flavored oden (Kansai, chicken, and duck broth). The modern Japanese space includes private rooms, sunken kotatsu seats for up to 20 people (ideal for dates and banquets), and counter seats for solo diners. With a large selection of sake, Kyosuke offers a "delicious and relaxing time" for diners.

Robata to Oden Kyousuke Kinshicho Branch

Open: [Tuesday-Friday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday] 11:30 am - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Kinshicho Station on the JR Sobu Line and Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line
Address: 2F, Daisan Uotora Bldg., 3-9-15, Koto-bashi, Sumida-ku, Tokyo Map
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5. Gyuhorumon to Sengyo Ushitomiya Yoyogi-Hachiman Branch

Indulge in high-quality Ishigaki Beef Horumon and fresh ingredients delivered directly from the fishing port. Ishigaki beef, a renowned brand from Japan, is skewered and carefully grilled, embodying its rich history. The restaurant showcases skilled techniques in preparing high-quality horumon (offal meat) and fresh fish, including rare Ishigaki beef horumon grilled skewers and stewed skewers pot. This culinary experience highlights the skillful technique and quality ingredients that make Japanese cuisine renowned worldwide.

Gyuhorumon to Sengyo Ushitomiya Yoyogi-Hachiman Branch

Open: [Monday - Friday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:15 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:15 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday] 12:00 pm - 11:15 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 70m from Yoyogi-Hachiman Station
Address: B1F, Takamatsu DC Bldg., 1-2-13, Tomigaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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6. Hamayakitaro Jimbocho Branch

Hamayakitaro Jimbocho Branch is a seafood-centric restaurant offering seasonal delicacies in a relaxed environment. From classic sashimi to a la carte dishes and their specialty "Hamayaki," served on a tabletop stove, the menu offers a variety of fresh seafood. Paired with a range of alcoholic beverages, including domestic whiskey, and popular all-you-can-drink courses, it caters to various budgets and occasions. With four courses to choose from and settings from tatami rooms to private rooms, this Japanese-style izakaya is versatile and known for its delicious seafood dishes.

Hamayakitaro Jimbocho Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: Exit A5
Address: 1-2F, Muto Bldg., 1-16-2, Kandajimbo-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo Map
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7. Hamayakisakaba Torohachi Shibuya Branch

Hamayakisakaba Torohachi Shibuya Branch, a 5-minute walk from Shibuya Station's Hachiko Exit, offers a seaside experience in the city with their signature "Hamayaki Set" of fresh seafood. Specialties include an assortment of sashimi sourced by a Yamaguchi chef and a selection of whale meat from Shimonoseki. The restaurant captures a nostalgic flavor with Yamaguchi prefecture-sourced soy sauce, sake, and craft beer. It offers various seating options like counter, table, semi-private box, and loft seats.

Hamayakisakaba Torohachi Shibuya Branch

Open: [Tuesday - Friday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday] Dinner 3:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday] Dinner 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 2nd floor of the building next to McDonald's on Shibuya Center Street
Address: 2F, Takayama Land 15 Bldg., 28-1, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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8. Kaisen-sumiyakidokoro Genya

With roots in the century-old Ryokan inn, Shoheikan and Kappo Shohei in Shinjuku Yotsuya, this restaurant specializes in seasonal seafood and charcoal-grilled dishes. Ingredients are freshly selected from the Toyosu market and include tuna from the longline fishing boat, "Usufuku Honten Shofukumaru." Dedicated to preserving Japanese food culture, they offer a wide selection of quality sake and spirits. Operating under the motto "Sake, Fish, and Love," Genya provides a relaxing space for enjoying nature's richness and heartfelt conversations.

Kaisen-sumiyakidokoro Genya

Open: [Monday-Friday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm), [Saturday, National Holidays] Dinner 3:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from the ticket gate of the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
Address: 1-7-9, Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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9. Shimagohan Kokoro Hokkori Okinawa Meshi

This restaurant offers a simple "Goya Chanpuru," a Bonito soup with added salt and hidden flavors, containing Goya (bitter gourd), pork back ribs, and tofu. You can substitute pork ribs with Spam if desired. Our safe, pesticide-free vegetables are sourced from an Okinawan contracted farmer, allowing you to taste Okinawan vegetables rarely found in Tokyo. The restaurant, staffed by Okinawa enthusiasts and natives, exudes a relaxed, southern atmosphere. Offering authentic taste at affordable prices, the "Goya Chanpuru" is a popular choice for a nostalgic experience.

Shimagohan Kokoro Hokkori Okinawa Meshi

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday] Dinner 4:30 pm - 11:30 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 2,800 JPY / [Lunch] 880 JPY
Access: 3 minutes by foot from Nishi-Kasai station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai line
Address: 6-18-3 B1F Nishikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo Map
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10. Sakagura Kura

Sakagura Kura's menu includes five types of perfectly grilled chicken skewers, highlighting both aroma and flavor. They use Daisen chicken, raised in a clean, open-air environment, ensuring lean and juicy taste. The two-floor restaurant, with its open-counter design, tempts guests with enticing dishes. The entrance features a tank with fresh seafood, handpicked daily by the owner. They offer a rich selection of sake, starting with Manatsuru. This place provides an authentic dining experience, serving food prepared with heart.

Sakagura Kura

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, and holidays] 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (last order 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: A 1-minute walk from the west exit of Ikebukuro station on various lines
Address: 1-28-1 Nishi Ikebukuro , Toshima-ku, Tokyo Map
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11. Shibuya Niku-Yokocho Teppan

From Kuroge Wagyu beef to Yakitori, Shibuya Niku-Yokocho Teppan offers a diverse menu including beef, pork, chicken and more, alongside 22 types of whiskey. With a focus on Harami (skirt steak) and highballs, it provides popular dishes inspired by traditional Japanese cuisine. The restaurant always has over 20 varieties of whiskey in stock. Known for its popularity, it has been featured in TV interviews and other media outlets.

Shibuya Niku-Yokocho Teppan

Open: [Monday-Thursday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:30am) / [Friday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 5:00 am (L.O. 4:30 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY
Access: From Shibuya Station Hachiko Exit, go straight down Center Street, turn right at the corner of McDonald's, and turn left at the end of the street. It's located on 2F and 3F of Chitose Kaikan on the right side
Address: 2F Chitose Kaikan, 13-8, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map
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12. Zanshin

Zanshin provides a unique dining experience inspired by Kendo, offering photo opportunities with samurai helmets and bamboo swords. Their menu offers diverse dishes such as Kabuto-yaki, horse sashimi, Yonezawa pork loin, and fresh seafood, paired with various Japanese sake and shochu. They also offer a special toast with a Masu for celebrations. The restaurant accommodates up to 80 guests in private rooms, making it suitable for a range of events from date nights to parties.

Zanshin

Open: [Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / [Monday - Thursday] 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday] Dinner 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 12:00 am) / [Friday, Day Before National Holidays] 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: From Ikebukuro Station, take the East Exit, it's a 3-minute walk / After exiting the East Exit, head to the 3rd floor of Actiole
Address: 3F, Actiole Minami-Ikebukuro, 2-26-10, Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo Map
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13. Taruichi Shinjuku Main Branch

Taruichi, named after sake barrels and the concept of progress, has been serving high-quality seafood for over 50 years. Its specialty is fresh whale cuisine, sourced directly from Miyagi, a significant whaling base in Japan. The restaurant also offers a wide array of sakes, including "Urakasumi" and rare original brands, making it a must-visit for sake lovers. The warm, wooden ambiance of Taruichi provides a comfortable space for guests to relax and enjoy their meal.

Taruichi Shinjuku Main Branch

Open: [Monday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 6,500 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station and Tokyo Metro Shinjuku-sanchome Station. B1F of Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo.
Address: B1F, 1-2-9, Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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14. Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun

Homerun is a retro-pop Showa Neo izakaya, featuring a baseball theme and an Instagram-worthy aesthetic. Its menu boasts visually stunning dishes like the "Extra-large Out-of-park Fried Shrimp," served in a champagne glass, and the authentically spicy "Sichuan Mmabo Tofu." The menu creatively uses baseball terminology, offering various all-you-can-drink options and course meals. The venue can host surprise parties, complete with cakes, music, and lighting. The neon-lit atmosphere promises a memorable experience, making it an ideal spot for birthdays or anniversaries.

Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun

Open: 11:30 am - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:30 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station, 5-minute walk from Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station on Oedo Line, 157 meters from Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station
Address: B1F, Edokin Bldg., 7-9-14, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Map
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15. Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch

Choi Oden is a haven for fresh seafood, sourced seasonally from fishing ports across Japan. A stylish and vibrant space greets guests, along with friendly chefs. Their specialty is the "Self-Choice Order," allowing guests to pick their preferred fish from the tank to be prepared to their liking. Besides sashimi, they offer various seafood preparations and a selection of local sake that pairs well with seasonal dishes. They also offer all-you-can-drink banquet courses. The chefs' culinary skills on display add to the overall entertainment. Located near Shinjuku Station, Choi Oden offers a casual market-like atmosphere.

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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While the first thing that comes to mind when someone says "izakaya" is a small restaurant where adults can gather and drink alcohol, these 15 izakaya go against the grain. Be sure to check out these worry-free restaurants on your next evening out in Tokyo with your family!

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.