Tokyo Restaurants

As is the case with any large city, it is impossible to pigeon hole dining in Tokyo. There are simply too many options, too many restaurants and too many choices for blanket statements to really mean anything. But as for generalities, you could do a lot worse than a night out in Tokyo. Obviously, Japanese food is plentiful, but so are steakhouses, American-style dining and so much more. Bring your wallet and bring your appetite!

1. Barbacoa Grill - 4-3-24 Jingu-mae, Tokyo - website

If you need a good illustration on how diverse and rich Tokyo dining is, this fantastic Brazilian dining experience is a must for tourists and locals alike.

2. Chez Matsuo - 1-23-15 Shoto, Tokyo - website

A taste of Beverly Hills right in the middle of Tokyo? Sure! The food and service here, is quite good, too.

3. Edo Gin 4-5-1 - Tsukiji, Tokyo - website

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that you can get sushi just about anywhere here, but Edo-Gin is one of the most popular and one of the best values, too.

4. Erawan - Roi Bldg. 13F, 5-5-1 Roppongi, Tokyo - website

For a taste of authentic Thai food that will make you start planning a vacation to Bangkok as soon as you get home, check out Erawan.

5. Happo-en - 1-1-1 Shirokanedai, Tokyo - website

Alongside one of the most popular and beautiful gardens in the whole city is one of the best restaurants. You might have to wait for a table, but it’ll be worth it.

6. Heichinrou - Fukoku Seimei Bldg., 28th fl., 2-2-2 Uchisaiwai-cho, Tokyo - website

You have to eat Chinese food sometime when you are here, you might as well make it one of the best known spots anywhere in Japan.

7. Inakaya - Reine Bldg., 1st fl., 5-3-4 Roppongi, Tokyo - website

Offering the best in grilled seafood and grilled veggies, the menu here may be small but the taste will knock you out of your seat.

8. Jidaiya - Naritaya Bldg. 1F, Akasaka 3-14-3, Tokyo - website

Traditional Japanese food at excellent prices is the name of the game here, although the presentation could be kicked up a notch.

9. Kisoji - 3-10-4 Akasaka, Tokyo - website

Remember when mom use to tell you not to play with your food? At Kisoji, you can, and more!

10. Kushinobo - 1-10-5 Kabuki-cho, Tokyo - website

An extremely popular spot for those on a budget, this wonderful restaurant still churns out some of the best plates in the city.