Ranking
Casual Dining in Tokyo
120 places in the "Casual Dining" selection: editorial grades from A+ to F, prices, Tabelog scores and a map.
Places ranked: 120
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Tagawa: Authentic Chikuho-Style Motsunabe
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A tiny, sought-after spot in Shinbashi run by a former sumo wrestler, serving exceptional motsunabe hot pot. Known for its large, high-quality offal and rich broth, it's a destination for authentic Fukuoka flavors.
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104
Okonomiyaki Fukutake: Masterfully Charred Okonomiyaki
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A legendary okonomiyaki spot in Higashiyaguchi known for a unique, slow-cooked style. The owner's famously abrasive service is part of the experience, making it a polarising but memorable meal for those who book ahead.
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105
Tsukishima Monja Moheji Honten: Classic Monjayaki Cooked for You
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A popular spot in Tsukishima, the home of monjayaki, known for its rich fish dashi and fresh seafood. Staff cook the savoury pancakes at your table, making it a great introduction to the dish for visitors.
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106
Taizan Sheng Jian Ten: Shanghai-style Pan-fried Dumplings
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A small, bustling shop in Jiyugaoka famous for one thing: authentic Shanghai-style pan-fried soup dumplings (shengjian). Watch them being cooked on a large griddle and enjoy the contrast of a crispy base with a juicy, soup-filled interior.
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107
Shanghai Ro Toshaumenkan: Authentic Sichuan Knife-Cut Noodles
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A small, counter-only noodle shop in Musashino, west Tokyo, specializing in authentic knife-cut noodles (刀削麺). Visitors come for the spectacle of noodles being shaved to order and served in huge, spicy Sichuan-style bowls at a great price.
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110
REIS KEBAB Shinjuku ten: Cheap and Fast Doner Kebab
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A 24/7 kebab stand in Kabukicho, serving generously stuffed doner kebabs for under ¥500. It's a popular late-night stop for a quick, filling, and very affordable meal just steps from Seibu Shinjuku station.
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111
Edomae Sushi Misaki Souhonten: Made-to-Order Counter Sushi
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A lively sushi counter in Nihonbashi Ningyocho where chefs prepare Edo-mae style nigiri to order. It's known for its fresh, generous cuts, theatrical tuna filleting shows, and excellent value, especially at lunchtime.
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112
440BROADWAY TACO SHOP: California-Style Burritos and Tacos
Tokyo · Casual Dining
Find generous, California-style burritos and tacos at this casual spot in Ebisu. A go-to for many foreign residents craving a taste of home, it's known for huge portions and standout pork carnitas.
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114
Ufufu Shirokanedai: Gluten-Free Taiwanese Castella
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A small-batch bakery in Shirokanedai specializing in gluten-free Taiwanese castella cakes, open primarily on Saturdays. Visitors come for the feather-light texture and unique flavours, perfect for a distinctive Tokyo souvenir.
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115
Asakusa Kokonoe: Freshly Fried Agemanju Snacks
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A famous stall on the Nakamise-dori approach to Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, serving hot, crispy agemanju (deep-fried cakes). It's a classic Tokyo experience to grab one in a choice of many sweet or savoury fillings to eat while you walk.
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117
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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120
Chop Life African Tokyo: Authentic Nigerian Cuisine
Tokyo · Casual Dining
A small, fourth-floor restaurant in Kabukicho serving authentic Nigerian and West African dishes. It's a place for visitors seeking genuine flavours like egusi soup and jollof rice in a casual, no-frills setting.
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