Ranking
The best places to eat in Japan
An editorial ranking of restaurants, cafés and bars: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.
Places ranked: 1,522
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Tom&Jerry Bar: Bespoke Cocktails in Osaka
Osaka · Bar
A tiny, British-style basement bar in Osaka's Sonezakishinchi district, where a solo, London-trained bartender crafts bespoke cocktails using house-made infusions. It's an intimate spot for connoisseurs who value creativity and skill.
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1478
CHERMSIDE SANDWICH Harajuku takeshita doori ten: Oversized Steak & Egg Sandwiches
Tokyo · Sandwich Shop
On Harajuku's busy Takeshita Street, this spot serves huge, photogenic steak and egg sandwiches. It's famous for its "MEAT BOX," a 300g steak sandwich that's a meal in itself, drawing crowds of locals and tourists.
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1480
Horiguchi Coffee Otemachi One: Specialty Filter Coffee
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A specialty coffee stand in the Otemachi One building, offering precisely brewed filter coffee from a choice of nine signature blends and seasonal single origins. It's a go-to for a clean, expertly made cup in the financial district.
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1481
% Arabica Tokyo Nakameguro: Specialty Coffee Stand
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
This photogenic, takeout-only coffee stand in Nakameguro is a Tokyo outpost of the famed Kyoto-based % Arabica chain. Located on the Meguro River, it's a popular stop for well-crafted espresso drinks and a rare chance to buy sought-after "I'm…
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1483
Yanaka Coffee Ten Kanda: Freshly Roasted Coffee to Order
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A small coffee shop in Kanda that roasts single-origin beans to order while you wait. Stop by for a simple, fresh cup of 'today's coffee' at the counter or to buy beans roasted to your preference.
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1484
Good People & Good Coffee: Craft Espresso and Drip
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A small, single-barista coffee stand in Higashiyama, praised for its expertly pulled espresso and hand-drip coffee. It's a characterful spot for a quick, high-quality cup in a relaxed, music-filled space near Ikejiri-Ohashi Station.
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1485
Meibutsu Tianjin Amaguri Shibuya: Classic Roasted Chestnuts
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A tiny, long-standing stall selling hot, roasted Tianjin chestnuts right by the Shibuya Scramble. It's a classic Tokyo experience: grab a red paper bag of sweet, easy-to-peel nuts to enjoy while you walk.
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1486
MAPPY COFFEE: Specialty Coffee and Workspace
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A bright, minimalist coffee stand in Taishido, designed for work or a quiet break. It's known for quality specialty coffee, attractive latte art, and a large communal table with power outlets and free Wi-Fi.
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ROCA: Specialty Coffee Roaster
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A specialty coffee roaster in Higashimukojima, ROCA serves single-origin beans roasted on-site. Visitors praise the expertly prepared pour-overs and espresso drinks, served with detailed tasting notes by the knowledgeable owner.
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compass coffee Togoshi Ginza: Freshly Roasted Coffee to Order
Tokyo · Specialty Coffee
A compact coffee stand and roastery on the edge of the Togoshi Ginza shopping street. It's known for its exceptionally fresh coffee, with beans roasted to your preference on-site while you wait.
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1492
Ryotei Mikado: Classic Ryokan Set Meals
Tokyo · Fine Dining
The ground-floor eatery of a 75-year-old ryokan in Azusawa, Itabashi, serving generous Japanese set lunches and affordable kaiseki dinners. It's known for excellent value, with standout fried chicken and sashimi.
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1493
Albatross G: Gothic Cocktail Bar in Golden Gai
Tokyo · Bar
Step into a theatrical world at Albatross G, a multi-floor cocktail bar in Shinjuku's Golden Gai. Known for its Gothic decor, chandeliers, and skilled bartenders, it's a popular stop for visitors seeking craft cocktails and a memorable night out.
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