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"I recently visited "Menyu", a restaurant specializing in red sea bream ramen. I'd been wanting to try this place for a while! Outside the restaurant, there were plaques from the past Tabelog Top 100 Restaurants and posters for the Tokyo Ramen of the Year awards! This definitely got my hopes up. Since it was my first time, I ordered the classic "M"

"You purchase tickets with cash only. I ordered the oyster ramen, oyster rice, and fresh oysters, and they were all delicious. It's right near Kinshicho Station. There are about 9 counter seats. When I arrived, I was able to get a seat right away, but there was a line when I left. However, the service was fast and the turnover was quick, so I think "

"There are luggage hooks under the table. The staff were very attentive and casually pointed out the luggage hooks and offered water. The smooth noodles are delicious. The soup isn't my favorite, but it tastes just right when eaten with the noodles. Maybe they considered the balance with the noodles when making the soup. The char siu is melt-in-"

"This is a rare gem of a gyoza place that still exists in the Reiwa era, offering delicious gyoza at incredibly reasonable prices! I've never seen gyoza with such a beautiful, glossy appearance. The gyoza had a dazzling visual appeal, and of course, the taste was just as good as it looked! It would be great if I could relax and enjoy the meal at my "

"I recently had the pleasure of trying the 'Special Duck Chuka-soba (Salt)' at 'Mankeiken,' a renowned ramen shop in Kinshicho, Tokyo. This dish is a testament to their unwavering dedication to duck, showcasing its exquisite flavors in every aspect. The ramen's defining characteristic is its 100% domestic duck broth. A generous amount of duck is "

"Instagram▶︎@wakuwaku_saaan Tabelog▶︎https://tabelog.com/rvwr/futatabiblog/ I recently visited Maguro Standard and then went to this ramen shop for a final meal. I'm a big fan of noodles, so I usually prefer noodles over rice, but because of the intense summer heat, my preference for noodles has intensified even more. I'm practically eating noodles"

"Ordering: Order by calling a server. Some servers may not be fluent in Japanese, so pointing at the menu is the most reliable way to order. Payment: Pay at the register next to the entrance. Cash and credit cards are accepted. PayPay is not accepted. ❌ This restaurant serves authentic Thai food. It has a distinct Thai flavor, but it's delicious."

"I visited for lunch on a weekday. This Chinese restaurant offers authentic Hunan cuisine, which is still relatively rare in Japan, at reasonable prices, making it a great place to enjoy a casual meal. This time, I ordered the famous "Mifen" with stir-fried pork belly and chili peppers, and the staff's recommendation, "Mao Zedong's Favorite Braise"

"On September 28, 2024, I visited Ichizu for the first time, as it came up on a Google search when I was in Kinshicho. I ordered the ramen (all regular). The back fat was plentiful, but the soup was surprisingly clean and refreshing. There was a touch of chili pepper in the broth, which added an unexpected kick. It was so delicious that I would defi"

"One of the 'Four Heavenly Kings' of ramen chain stores in my book (Aoba, Tenka Ippin, Ippudo, Santouka). I appreciate their commitment to the street-stall facade. The originator of the double soup, combining meat and seafood broths. Today, I ordered the tsukemen (dipping noodles). And the yuzu chili pepper (the one in Kichijoji had more, though...)"

"Standing Bar "粋" (Iki) 🥢 Pickled Radish (Ita-wasa) - ¥200 🐟 Fish Sausage Tempura - ¥200 I was looking for a standing bar to continue my night in Kinshicho, and I found this place! It's not actually a standing bar, but a place with proper seating. But with a highball for ¥330 and dishes starting at ¥100, it's practically a miracle! Wait, did "

"It was delicious! It might be a bit pricey, but I think it's okay to pay this much for something truly delicious! I finally went to that Vietnamese restaurant for lunch that I'd been wanting to try for a while. It was around 12:30 pm on the last day of the three-day weekend. Even though it's right by the station, it's on the 4th floor of a mixed-us"

"I visited this place for the first time based on a recommendation from a friend of a colleague. I thought it was an Indian curry restaurant at first glance, but it turned out to be a Bangladeshi restaurant, my first experience with Bangladeshi cuisine. 🇧🇩 It's definitely Asian curry, though. 😅 My stomach was craving lamb or mutton, so I went in wi"

"It was great to be back after a few years. I had been on the first floor before, but this time, since we were a large group with children, we were seated in a tatami room on the second floor. It was relatively spacious, and we were able to relax as a family. Ordering through the touch panel was very convenient. This time, we didn't have much sake, "

"Absolutely amazing!! I'm a repeat customer! Everything I've ordered has been a personal hit! I haven't tried anything with more than 3 chili peppers, but I think all the dishes are made with flavors that Japanese people who love Thai food will find easy to enjoy! The staff are so wonderful! (Are they all from Thailand? ☺️) They gave me recomm"

"I've been here a few times. If you go on a weekday, excluding Friday, and arrive early, you should be able to get in without a reservation. I always order the aburi (seared) beef tataki and TKG (raw egg on rice). They are both delicious. The skewers are also excellent, not just the meat ones, but also the tomato and enoki mushroom wraps. I dedu"

"Located just under a 2-minute walk from Kinshicho Station, on the 1st floor of Parco (Sumida Food Hall), you'll find this restaurant. Mankoken, a Chinese-style ramen shop, is also operated by the same company as Menyu, and both are incredibly popular. They now have 9 locations throughout Tokyo. I visited on a weekday during an off-peak time. T"

"While I was in Tokyo on a business trip, I made a reservation online hoping for a chance to visit. Thankfully, the reservation was confirmed, so I canceled my previous plans and went to the restaurant. I had been there once before, and I felt that the atmosphere and service were better than I remembered. However, perhaps I was just more relaxed thi"

"This restaurant offers fresh chicken and rare cuts of meat. It's located just a 1-minute walk from the north exit of Kinshicho Station. I love that you can order easily using a touch panel. The menu features a wide variety of yakitori and innovative dishes, which really excited me. Here's what I ordered: * 13-Kind Bird Kokoku Salad (¥759) * Beef T"

"A tonkatsu restaurant with a 'no photography' policy. I ordered the special loin cutlet set (¥2150), and while it was rich with oil, it had a clean aftertaste. It was by far the best tonkatsu I've had in Tokyo. After the meal, they served almond tofu and tea, making it a truly delightful experience. The service was also excellent. Despite being a"

"I recently visited this restaurant, known for its udon noodles and drinks, after a concert at the Triphony Hall. It was past 9:30 PM when I arrived. The restaurant is located in the basement. I started with a draft beer. They served a complimentary appetizer of yuba (tofu skin), dried daikon radish, and konjac. It was quite delicious. As expected f"

"A truly exceptional establishment where both the cuisine and service are on a whole other level! When I found myself in Kinshicho looking for a place to drink, I stumbled upon "Inonaka" after much research. It's a popular spot that requires reservations, known for its exquisite balance of sake and cuisine. This time, I opted for the "Tono-sama"

"This is one of my favorite restaurants and I visit regularly. Everything I've tried is delicious, and the atmosphere is surprisingly stylish and relaxed for a place in Kinshicho. I'll definitely be back!"

"Located a 5-minute walk from the north exit of Kinshicho Station, this popular restaurant is often fully booked. It's highly recommended to make a reservation in advance. However, on this particular day (Sunday around 7:30 PM), I noticed an empty table while passing by the restaurant and was able to get a seat! It might have been due to the typhoon"