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
⏰70Espera
🔊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 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
⏰70Espera
🔊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.”
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
⏰75Espera
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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 cozy Italian spot offers a surprisingly broad drink selection alongside its pasta and pizza. It's a welcoming place, even for solo diners, with friendly staff who accommodate language barriers.
🍽️88Comida
💰80Valor
⏰75Espera
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“But the pasta and pizza were still as delicious as ever, so I was relieved!”
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“From the pasta to the pizza, everything is seriously delicious.”
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“This restaurant is a little far from the station, but has very friendly staff who are Disney fans.”
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
⏰70Espera
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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
⏰70Espera
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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.”
This local Chinese spot offers generous portions and a casual, fast-paced atmosphere. Self-serve refills of salad, almond tofu, coffee, and tea are a key draw, especially for families. Be aware that smoking is permitted at tables.
🍽️78Comida
💰80Valor
⏰75Espera
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“I think the staff were Chinese. I don't remember much about the signature menu item, but I remember the service being very impressive.”
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“The food is generally delicious. The portions are generous, and you can have as much rice as you want.”
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“I ordered the lunch set of curry dandan noodles and mini fried rice (825 yen). It was my first time trying curry dandan noodles, but they were delicious, not …”
This traditional Japanese diner offers generous portions of crispy fried seafood and other set meals, often with homemade pickles and flavorful miso soup. It's a casual spot that feels less crowded than its sister locations, making it a good choice for a relaxed meal.
🍽️85Comida
💰70Valor
⏰75Espera
👔55Gestión
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“The customer service here is also excellent. Before we left, they even proactively helped us dispose of our trash from the food outside.”
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“The fries were crispy and didn't disappoint. The miso soup was also delicious.”
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“The signature dish, the fried horse mackerel set meal. It was absolutely delicious and deserves five stars.”
