This Ikebukuro izakaya specializes in grilled eel, serving it in generous portions that often exceed expectations. Diners can even take home leftovers, which are neatly packaged into onigiri. The ordering is streamlined via QR code, and the atmosphere is a cozy, authentic Japanese vibe.
🍽️95Comida
💰90Valor
👋90Servicio
🔊70Ruido
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“Reiji is very humorous and friendly, speaks fluent English. Thanks for the excellent service!”
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“The eel melts in your mouth, the strong flavor and fattiness are perfectly cut by the slightly sweet egg and mildly flavored rice.”
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“A bit of a wait to be seated ~15 mins. And then a bit of a wait for the food after ordering.”
This Ikebukuro yakiniku spot shines with its 'whole meat sales' concept, allowing diners to order individual cuts. Signature dishes like the thick-sliced tongue and flambéed fire steak are highlights, complemented by a surprisingly excellent almond tofu dessert.
🍽️90Comida
💰88Valor
👋85Servicio
🔊70Ruido
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“Lunch is a great deal, but in the evening you can also enjoy delicious meat as much as you like, starting from a single piece.”
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“Yakiniku Todoroki is located on a quiet street in Minami-Ikebukuro, about a five-minute walk from the east exit of Ikebukuro Station.”
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“I was excited to go because they were offering half price thick-sliced beef tongue until the 31st, but by the 29th it was sold out.”
This tonkatsu spot serves up thick-cut, perfectly fried pork cutlets with a crispy panko crust and juicy interior. The attention to detail extends to the accompanying shredded cabbage, flavorful miso soup, and house-made pickles, all offered at a very reasonable price.
🍽️90Comida
💰88Valor
👋85Servicio
🔊70Ruido
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“The tonkatsu is delicious! This one is the best. Crispy and fluffy.”
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“The owner and his wife were very polite and provided excellent service.”
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“The lunch set was about 1,400 yen, but it was so delicious I wouldn't have minded paying 2,000 yen.”
Pizza Borsa is a small, intensely popular Ikebukuro pizzeria that draws crowds for its authentic, wood-fired pizzas. The chewy, slightly salty dough and fresh ingredients create a flavor that many consider the best in Tokyo. Expect a wait, but the value and quality make it worthwhile.
🍽️92Comida
💰88Valor
👋80Servicio
🔊65Ruido
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“The pizza is still as delicious as ever. All the pizzas are delicious, including cheese, oil, and tomato.”
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“This place has unarguably THE BEST PIZZAS l’ve ever tried. Please try their Margherita.”
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“The pizza is absolutely delicious!!! !!!! And it's surprisingly cheap too! !!!! !!!!”
This sushi spot offers meticulously prepared nigiri and rolls, with a particular highlight on the boiled conger eel. It's a calm, clean space perfect for family celebrations, offering great value, especially with its lunch sets.
🍽️88Comida
💰85Valor
👋80Servicio
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“The nigiri sushi, rolls, and other dishes are all excellent.”
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“The interior is spacious and there are tatami rooms, so it's perfect for families.”
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“The owner was cool and sharp, and the smile he occasionally flashed was lovely.”
This neighborhood ramen shop serves a surprisingly refined, light soy sauce broth that pairs perfectly with its chewy noodles. It's a no-frills spot where the focus is squarely on the bowl, offering a comforting and affordable meal that locals have cherished for years.
🍽️85Comida
💰90Valor
👋75Servicio
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“The char siu pork was melt-in-your-mouth fatty and delicious, almost like braised pork.”
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“For 780 yen, the satisfaction is excellent, and it's a bowl that will have you coming back for more.”
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“A classic, clean, and crisp soy sauce soup. The seafood flavor really came through, with a fragrant aroma reminiscent of scallion oil.”
This is a no-frills, local Chinese spot that feels like a neighborhood institution. It's the kind of place where regulars know the menu and the staff, and the food is consistently satisfying without being overly fancy.
🍽️85Comida
💰88Valor
👋72Servicio
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“Whenever I feel like eating local Chinese food, this is the place to go. It's always delicious, so I keep coming back.”
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“This local Chinese restaurant was great value for money and incredibly delicious.”
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“The two ladies in the dining area were quick to serve me, and their attentive service to customers in wheelchairs was excellent.”
Nakaya feels like stepping back in time, a cozy Showa-era diner run by a dedicated grandmother. Portions are generous and the home-style cooking offers great value, making it a local treasure.
🍽️78Comida
💰88Valor
👋75Servicio
⏰60Espera
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“To be honest, it's not a particularly delicious restaurant, but it's a place you should stop by on your way to or from a tour of Tokiwa-so.”
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“Our server was so kind and worked so hard … the food was warm and delicious.”
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“Diamond and Pearl may not be the best, but it's great value for money!”
This yakiniku spot offers high-quality meat, particularly known for its premium salted tongue and melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu. Lunch sets are a significant draw, providing excellent value for the quality of cuts served.
🍽️82Comida
💰85Valor
👋65Servicio
⏰60Espera
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“Great value for money, delicious yakiniku. We recommend this greedy lunch. Order 1.5 times the meat for a super satisfying experience.”
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“The meat is delicious, but the side dishes are scraps of kimchi that they don't usually serve, and the rice isn't very tasty either.”
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“Lunch is a great deal. I always order the rare cuts lunch platter. Personally, I love how the rice is cooked on the firm side.”
This casual Ikebukuro pizza spot offers square pizzas with a chewy crust at wallet-friendly prices. It's a versatile choice, suitable for solo diners, casual dates, or family outings, with a menu that extends beyond pizza to pasta and gratin.
🍽️78Comida
💰85Valor
👋65Servicio
🔊60Ruido
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“The pizza dough was chewy and delicious. This is a great place to enjoy wine and pizza at lunchtime at a reasonable price!”
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“It's a pizza restaurant, so I guess it can't be helped, but it takes longer than I expected, so I recommend ordering a speedy menu.”
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“The pizzas were fluffy and chewy, and I tried three different types, all of which were delicious.”
