Hidden Gems in Shinjuku City

“The owner, who speaks Korean, kindly recommended it to me. The service from all the staff was excellent.”

“The owner even sprays deodorant before leaving, so I highly recommend Korean tourists to come and try it.”

“The owner is Korean, and he was very friendly and the meat was delicious.”

“We had a wonderful, fully vegan set dinner, on a whim. Beautiful and subtle japanese food served by friendly owners.”

“It's a small restaurant with only 7 seats at the counter, so it's best to make a reservation in advance.”

“It's a small restaurant with only 7 seats at the counter, so I recommend making a reservation in advance.”

“It was like Joshu pork pressed, but everything was delicious and I was full in no time.”

“Amazing Wagyu skewers and one of the best potato salads I’ve ever had in my life.”

“Fuji was an amazing host. Tourist friendly and good food. English menu available.”

“The fish was very fresh and delicious, and the owners were very welcoming.”

“The fish dishes are delicious and the sake goes well with them.”

“All of the food was truly delicious, on a level that sets it apart from other izakayas in the area.”

“All items under ¥1,000!!! Amazing value!!! It's great to be able to order what you want without having to worry about your wallet!”

“Great value for money! The course includes all-you-can-drink!! The shumai are delicious and there's a wide variety of drinks.”

“The interior is clean and decorated with cute neon lights, making it perfect for Instagram.”

“Delicious, elaborately prepared food that brought out the quality of the ingredients, paired with Japanese alcohol, made for a truly elegant and wonderful experience.”

“The food is delicious!!!! The five-item appetizer set for 1,500 yen was especially good. All of the dishes are carefully prepared and delicious.”

“Attracted by the casual atmosphere and counter-style seating, perfect for drinking alone, I dropped.”

“The ingredients were all large and delicious. I particularly liked the conger eel, lean fish, flounder with kelp, and gizzard shad.”

“Excellent value for money. The portions are reasonable without being huge (in the set menus) and the staff are friendly, welcoming and speak English.”

“The staff were incredibly kind and patient. Definitely recommend this family restaurant, if you want to try an authentic family sushi restaurant.”

“Hakata Tenjin Shinjuku East Exit Ekimae Branch is conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from Shinjuku Station's east exit.”

“They focus on one style of ramen and execute it consistently, which says more about confidence than limitation.”

“The interior has a retro Showa-era atmosphere, with simple tables and chairs, giving it a slightly dated feel, but retaining the warmth of a long-established ramen shop.”

“The chilled corn soup is excellent on its own, almost like an appetizer for a full course.”

“The soup was soooooo rich. Great experience overall, I highly recommend.”

“This is the best chicken white soup I've ever had!”

“If you're looking for a private room with a nice atmosphere in Kagurazaka, I recommend this restaurant.”

“I recently returned because the hostesses were very friendly and the food was delicious, but it's no longer here.”

“We had a private room so we could talk at length, and the food was delicious.”

“The broth was strong. As expected, the tuna was delicious, as were the spring onions.”

“This is my second visit and the food is delicious overall, with the neginabe being the signature dish.”

“The food is okay, but the chef and staff are gloomy and unfriendly, so I probably won't go there again.”

“This Japanese restaurant is located on the first basement floor of Grand Hill Ichigaya, and offers reasonably priced meals for an accommodation facility.”

“It's located on the first basement floor of Hotel Grand Hill, and I was impressed by the attentive service.”

“It's a little pricey due to the location, but the food is good quality and delicious.”

“Delicious spaghetti It had a nostalgic coffee shop flavor, and before I knew it, I'd finished it all! …”

“The food here is delicious! Although it's a bar, they also serve proper meals, …”

“I've known him since the time of the late old master. His son is taking care of the shop and making it a thriving business.”

“The mapo tofu was spicy, numbing, and delicious. I couldn't speak the language of the waiter, but I could somehow understand.”

“Online says it closes at 23:00, but they were not allowed in at 21:30. Is this a scam?”

“This semi-basement restaurant is a three-minute walk from Takadanobaba Station, just around the corner from the 13:00 Hall.”

“The owner was difficult to communicate. Perhaps the store had its own unique system, as he was unfriendly and brusque.”

“This quiet, small restaurant is located just a short distance from the downtown area near Takadanobaba Station.”

“This counter-only restaurant is tucked away in a residential area a short walk from Takadanobaba.”

“All of the dishes were great value for money, and the high quality of the pizza and pasta was particularly impressive.”

“Nestled in a beautiful alley, Cona Pizzaria offers a cozy ambiance where you can watch expert chefs meticulously craft delicious pizzas.”

“We tried three types of pizza: Margherita Quattro Formaggi Genovese The pizzas were so delicious they didn't even come close to being 500 yen!”

“The katsu curry takes a while to be served. I don't recommend it for those in a hurry; it takes at least 10 minutes.”

“The curry sauce is made with plenty of well-cooked bouillon, a flavor they've kept for years, and is delicious.”

“Before entering the restaurant, I thought, "It's going to cost over 1,000 yen.", but there was a salad and it was delicious, so I was satisfied.”

“The food is rustic, healthy, and delicious! The music, the lighting and vibe are chill, it …”

“Restaurant staff were lovely and food absolutely delicious. Place is small so try booking ahead.”

“The interior decoration features many posters related to Kamui (the Golden God), as well as signed artwork by the artist.”

“This is my second time eating here. This time I ordered chicken and lamb. The chicken was especially fragrant It was really delicious.”

“A shop near home, the noodles and rice are very delicious, suitable for eating alone or with friends”

“This place's oil-splashed noodles are incredible! The hand-pulled noodles are springy and saturated with the aroma of chili oil, each strand coated in a bright red sheen.”

“The grilled mackerel was truly excellent, with the fish being perfectly cooked and the texture of the fish perfectly balanced.”

“The food at Henshi is outstanding. However, if you go during busy times, the line placement and waiting time are random.”

“Staff not super friendly but the food was first-rate. One of the best grilled fish I had!”

“He brought the coffee after the meal at the perfect timing!! He put it down without saying anything. This owner. He's no ordinary guy!”

“The owner's attention to detail is perfect!! He brought the coffee after the meal at the perfect timing!!”

“The gomoku yakisoba and the double-cooked pork set meal are absolutely delicious. The ingredients are fresh.”

“For my first Burmese food, I had tea leaf salad and mohinga. Both were delicious and I was impressed.”

“This restaurant is more rustic than Thai food and not as spicy, and is famous for its roasted duck.”

“This Burmese restaurant in Takadanobaba is located in an alleyway and has an intimidating atmosphere”

“The champon was delicious. The noodles were very mild and easy to digest. They weren't heavy, which I appreciated.”

“It has a typical street-style Chinese atmosphere, but the flavor is excellent.”

“The noodles were delicious, with grains that floated above the surface and a blend of several different types.”

“The galette dough is a Western-style pastry on the outside, but it's filled with red bean paste inside It's the best❗️”

“It was delicious, but because it's small, I finished it before I could fully savor the flavor of the bean paste and butter.”

“They cost just over 300 yen each and are small, so they feel a bit pricey, but they taste delicious.”

“It's impressive that they've been able to maintain such low prices and quality in such a competitive Shinjuku area.”

“The pork cutlets are tender, the vegetables are fresh, and the curry is delicious. I highly recommend going!”

“The tonkatsu was crispy and delicious. I was also happy that I could have more rice and cabbage.”

“The dandan noodles were delicious! It's been a while since I've had such good dandan noodles at a local Chinese restaurant!”

“The Twice Cooked Pork Set Meal was the most delicious I've ever had.”

“The Twice Cooked Pork was also exquisitely delicious the second time around.”

“Sae's customer service was excellent! The food was also delicious, so I'm definitely looking forward to coming back!”

“The staff were kind and guided us in a pleasant manner! The marinated mackerel was delicious!”

“The sashimi was delicious! The staff were also very friendly!! Thank you very much!!”

“The owner and staff are very friendly, and I've always enjoyed delicious meat.”

“It's a completely different experience from the previous delicious yakiniku restaurant in a warm atmosphere filled with pro wrestling.”

“The two of us had beer and three glasses of oolong highball, and the total came to about 10,000 yen, so value for money was also great.”

“The atmosphere here was very lively, and the dessert selection was remarkably wonderful, thus kicking off my Christmas trip to Tokyo :)”

“There was a long line to get the sweets, and although we waited quite a while, everything was delicious and we were very satisfied.”

“The true joy of a buffet is the excitement of wondering, "Which one should I start with?" as you hold your tray in hand.”