This neighborhood sushi spot offers a fantastic value lunch special, with chirashi and nigiri sets well-regarded for freshness and flavor. The friendly, albeit sometimes gruff, older staff create a casual, traditional atmosphere that makes it a comfortable spot for solo diners and locals alike.
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โAlso, the staff are incredibly kind. The chefs and wait staff are older, so it can take a little while, but they do their best.โ
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โThis is a traditional sushi restaurant. It was my first time there, but the chef was very friendly and I enjoyed a delicious meal at the counter.โ
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โLunchtime nigiri sushi, chirashizushi, tekiyaki sushi and other dishes are all priced at 880 yen, and come with soup and pickles, making this a great value and delicious restaurant.โ
This Shimokitazawa spot offers a unique take on Japanese curry, blending dashi broth with creative spice blends and biryani. The menu rotates seasonally, ensuring a fresh exploration of flavors with each visit.
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โToday I had chicken curry with Japanese dashi broth. The menu changes depending on the season, but it's always delicious.โ
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โThe owner is friendly and constantly tries new dishes on the menu, and everything is delicious.โ
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โEach curry had its own unique flavor and was delicious.โ
This neighborhood spot offers a surprisingly broad menu of both Indian and Thai dishes, with generous portions and a cozy, homey atmosphere. It's a place where families feel welcome and the friendly staff ensure a pleasant meal, whether dining in or taking out.
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โI usually only choose the spinach chicken at other Indian curry restaurants, but the one at this restaurant was creamy and delicious.โ
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โThe atmosphere is great and the food is delicious!! Other than curry, the food is also delicious so I've been here many times!โ
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โThe staff were very friendly, and the curry and naan were delicious. I'd definitely like to go again (^^)โ
Curry Nankai is a beloved local institution serving a classic, comforting Japanese curry. The star is the rich, dark roux, often paired with perfectly crispy, freshly fried cutlets or tender beef tendon. It's a no-frills spot where the focus is squarely on delivering satisfying, flavorful curry.
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โThe pork cutlet curry was delicious! The owner is a nice person and the atmosphere is really comfortable, making it a restaurant I want to visit again and again.โ
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โThe owners created a nice atmosphere and it was very comfortable. The curry was delicious, of course.โ
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โThe curry roux was thick and creamy. The spicy kick and mellowness when I put it in my mouth created a unique flavor.โ
This neighborhood spot serves hearty Nagasaki-style champon and sara udon with generous portions. The rich, flavorful broths and abundant ingredients make it a comforting choice, especially the popular fried rice and stewed offal combinations.
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โThe soup was light yet rich, and very tasty. It was packed with vegetables and the thick noodles were chewy and delicious.โ
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โThis soup is so addictive! It's packed with vegetables! It's the best! And the simmered offal is so flavorful!โ
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โThe champon soup is delicious. Adding the chili oil provided changes the flavor and makes it even more delicious.โ
This neighborhood spot offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for family celebrations and casual meals. They are known for their weekly lunch specials, which are both delicious and a great value, featuring carefully prepared dishes like crispy tempura and flavorful tofu steak.
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โLocated just a stone's throw from Kitami Station, Shunsen Shigemi is a wonderful restaurant where you can enjoy elaborate, creative Japanese cuisine.โ
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โThe daikon and tofu steak was like a steak sauce version of deep-fried tofu, but it was delicious!โ
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โThe tempura was fried to perfection, gently dipped in delicious broth to make it crispy and fluffy.โ
This izakaya is a neighborhood favorite, specializing in Oyama chicken dishes with a focus on their signature half-fried chicken and oyakodon. The retro Showa-era atmosphere makes it a comfortable spot for casual drinks and meals, with a strong local following.
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โThe signature dish, "Oyama Chicken Half Fried," boasts a crispy, fragrant skin and a juicy interior, so delicious it'll put a smile on your face with just one bite.โ
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โThe all-you-can-drink course was also excellent, with everything, centered around Oyama chicken, carefully and perfectly balanced.โ
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โThe low-key background music makes it perfect for quiet conversation in the evenings.โ
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Casual drinks with friendsFamily diningGroup dinners
This Shimokitazawa spot specializes in Shanghainese comfort food, with a particular focus on their incredibly juicy, pan-fried sheng jian bao and delicate egg tarts. The owner's warm hospitality makes this small, casual eatery feel like a neighborhood favorite.
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โThis go-to in Shimokitazawa delivers amazing Shanghainese flavours! The fried soup dumplings had a perfect crispy base and rich, soupy filling.โ
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โThe baked xiaolongbao was incredibly delicious. The tofu flower, taro balls, and egg tarts were also really good.โ
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โThe owner is very kind, and the baked Xiaolongbao are absolutely delicious! I also had egg tarts for dessert, which I thought were the best I've ever eaten!โ
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Families with kidsSolo diningCasual weeknight dinner
This local Chinese spot offers generous portions at wallet-friendly prices, making it a go-to for a filling meal. The menu features a range of familiar Chinese dishes, with many diners highlighting the value of the lunch sets and the quick service.
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โIn particular, the dumplings, fried rice, milk shrimp, Mapo tofu, etc. are all excellent and worth trying for everyone!โ
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โThis local Chinese restaurant in Gotokuji is not so good at noodles, but the stir-fries are outstanding.โ
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โThe fried rice was cooked a long time ago, so it wasn't hot or had the wok hei (wok aroma) from the heat.โ
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This yakisoba spot is known for its unique "double-sided" preparation, resulting in delightfully crispy noodles. Beyond the signature dish, they offer a variety of snacks perfect for pairing with drinks, making it a casual spot for families and groups.
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โThe double-sided fried noodles were delicious, but I was hooked on the fried chicken I happened to try.โ
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โThe yakisoba is simply delicious. The meat dishes are also delicious.โ
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โI like Appetite and often go to the Akabane and Itabashi stores, but the taste is different at the Kamikitazawa store.โ
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Families with kidsGroup diningCasual drinks and snacks
This casual Korean spot near Shimokitazawa Station offers a modern, cafe-like atmosphere with K-pop playing. It's a great value, especially with its generous lunch sets featuring a salad bar and complimentary refills.
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โThis Sundubu was so delicious that I thought I might never be able to eat it again. It was sweet, rich, and spicy.โ
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โThe food was delicious and the service was great! The salad bar and soup were included, so I was satisfied.โ
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Families with kidsSolo diningCasual meals with friends
This small curry spot offers a warm, homey atmosphere with a friendly owner who clearly loves to chat. Diners can choose between authentic Indian or Japanese-style curries, with many celebrating the rich flavors and generous portions.
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โThe proprietors are lovely people and the food is delicious! You can choose between authentic Indian or Japanese curries, all with excellent flavors.โ
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โThe owner is friendly and the food is delicious!!! He speaks Japanese well and it seems like a local favorite. ใ ใ โ
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โI ordered the spicy butter chicken curry. The butter flavor and tender chicken were amazing.โ
Shimokitazawa Naochan Ramen offers a comforting take on chan-style ramen, focusing on a balanced, flavorful broth and tender char siu. The shop's casual vibe and friendly service make it a welcoming spot for a satisfying, no-frills meal.
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โThe soup has a perfect balance of the umami flavors of chicken bones and kelp, and the soy sauce seasoning is very strong.โ
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โThe classic soy sauce ramen is great, but the salt ramen is also excellent! The char siu pork is also very tasty!โ
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โGreat value for money. The char siu is insanely delicious. 900 yen for all this is amazing.โ
This Soshigaya-Okura spot specializes in dandan noodles, offering a potent blend of sesame, spice, and numbing Sichuan peppercorns. Diners can customize their heat level, with options ranging from mild to intensely spicy. The small counter space makes it ideal for solo diners seeking a flavorful and quick meal.
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โI've been going here for 10 years. The dandan noodles are delicious, of course, but their side dish, boiled dumplings, are the best.โ
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โThe dandan noodles here are delicious. This is the place to enjoy authentic dandan noodles.โ
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โThe food was delicious, but the female staff member's attitude was quite bad, so I hope they will improve in the future.โ
This Shimokitazawa spot is a lively shumai bar with a casual, foreign food stall vibe. It's a great place for solo diners to enjoy half-size portions of their signature shumai and a wide variety of drinks, especially during happy hour.
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โThe best shumai iโve had in Japan, lots of varieties, plenty of sauces, and the sides are excellent, especially the egg with chinese vegetables.โ
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โThe cost performance is good. Especially the 60-minute 1,000 yen all-you-can-drink option has a lot of menu items.โ
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โThe piping hot meat and shrimp shumai were large and satisfying. The flavor was rich and satisfying.โ
This long-standing yakitori spot in Shimokitazawa offers a taste of old Tokyo with its chic, Showa-era atmosphere. It's a go-to for expertly grilled skewers, from classic white meat to adventurous offal cuts, all served with a side of genuine hospitality.
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โI think it's best to call before going on Saturdays to check whether they'll let you.โ
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โNaturally, the prices are Shimokita-style, and the yakitori is delicious and the stews are excellent.โ
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โEverything was delicious, from the Senmai sashimi, stewed offal, and skewers!โ
This spot offers a wide range of Asian cuisines, from Thai to Nepalese and Indian, with a particular focus on flavorful curries and naan. While the menu is extensive, recent reception suggests inconsistencies in preparation and service, with some dishes not meeting expectations.
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โThe naan was crispy and delicious! The butter chicken curry was super sweet and like a snack, which I love!โ
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โThe curry is delicious, but I also recommend the Thai-style fried noodles, nasi goreng, and fresh spring rolls!!โ
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โI feel like the curry was delicious the last time I came here, so it's a shame.โ
This ramen shop serves a rich, family-style Iekei ramen with a strong soy sauce and pork bone broth. It's a popular spot for students, offering free rice refills and a casual atmosphere.
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โIt's a place for students to go. The staff's service is 100 points. It gives you a boost of energy.โ
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โThey recently made a painful price increase, bringing the ramen price to 850 yen, but it's still so cheap I'm glad.โ
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โThe first thing I noticed when I entered the restaurant was the smell. Perhaps because there wasn't any ventilation, the restaurant smelled really moldyโ
This casual izakaya near Komazawa-daigaku Station offers a friendly atmosphere and a wide selection of yakitori. It's a popular spot for group gatherings, with affordable all-you-can-drink options and a full bar.
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โI thought it would just be a cheap all-you-can-drink place, but the food is also delicious and I highly recommend it.โ
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โIt was an all-you-can-drink establishment, but the staff would ask if you wanted another drink, which was a wonderful experience.โ
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โIt's cheap, delicious, and has all-you-can-drink options, making it a favorite among the common people.โ
This standing yakitori bar offers a cozy atmosphere with its wood accents and the enticing aroma of charcoal-grilled skewers. It's a great spot for wine lovers, featuring a wide selection of natural Japanese wines to complement the flavorful, perfectly cooked yakitori.
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โBest Yakitori Iโve had in years. Cooked over charcoal, and everything we had was cooked to perfection.โ
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โExcellent natural Japanese wine, and although communication wasn't always easy, all the servers were lovely.โ
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โThe food was delicious, but it was expensive. It tasted similar to what I'd get in Korea.โ