Hyperlocal Tokyo

"Online reservation. This was my fifth visit, including my trip to Kichijoji. In the past, I had to line up around 8 am to get a table, but now it's much more convenient with online reservations. The well-seasoned hamburger is first seared quickly over charcoal, then moved to a different area to cook slowly, resulting in juicy, incredibly deliciou"

"I had the dim sum lunch set (¥3795) and chose the Mapo Tofu. The portion was so large that I was already 80% full before the Mapo Tofu even arrived… But the soup and appetizers were delicious. It would be great if you could add a smaller portion, around ¥3000, to your reservation-only courses, as it would be a shame to waste the food. I arrived "

"I recently enjoyed delicious wine and food at a restaurant in Shibuya called "Chinois." It's located on the 8th floor of the building right next to Don Quijote in Shibuya. The restaurant is quite spacious and has a calm atmosphere, with seating on the second floor as well. We started with a toast of champagne. For the evening, we ordered the Chinoi"

"【Weekend Lunch】 I've been to this restaurant a few times. The food is still excellent, but... the manager's attitude was disappointing. He didn't make eye contact with any of the customers waiting and rudely informed them about the wait. What bothered me most was when I asked for a receipt, he tossed it at me. Perhaps they've shifted their focus"

"My lunch break during work in Shibuya always ends up being right before closing time. I usually rush over, only to find that everything is sold out. This time, I managed to get in line just before they ran out, after waiting for 20 minutes and 30 seconds! The shop is quite small! It's great that they take your order while you're waiting in line, "

"This restaurant offers authentic Nepali home-style cooking. "Dal" is a lentil soup and "Bhat" is rice, similar to miso soup and rice in Japan. These are served as the base for a one-plate meal with tarkari (spiced vegetable stew), mas (meat curry), achar (pickles), and more. The Nepali style is to mix a little bit of the dal soup, tarkari, curry, e"

"I frequented Shibuya Hyakkendana around 1990. Back then, I often visited Chinese noodle restaurant Kiraku, Taiwanese restaurant Reikyo, and Indian restaurant Murughee. This time, I'm reviewing Murughee's curry. Stepping inside, I was greeted by a retro interior that felt like time had stood still. Of course, I ordered the Murughee curry with egg, s"

"I had the lamb dish, and it was absolutely delicious. I was completely satisfied. The salad was also generous in size, colorful, and a feast for the eyes. They serve appetizers that make you want to order wine, even at lunchtime, so be careful not to give in to temptation. Overall, it was a very satisfying meal! I remember there used to be a salad "

"This ramen shop always pops up when you search for "Shibuya Ramen." I went there on a Saturday evening around 7 pm. It seems like they have a second floor. I was lucky to get in right after a group left, so there was almost no wait. I ordered the Moyashi Wonton Men. It was packed with moやし, wonton, egg, and char siu, making it a huge portion! I fli"

"While it seems like their main dish is tsukemen (dipping noodles), their ramen is also quite good. I'll definitely try the tsukemen next time. The soup is rich and a bit on the smaller side, so it's best to mix it well with the noodles. By the way, only ramen (not tsukemen) offers a large portion option. Tsukemen has a special large portion opti"

"Was it 7 years ago when I last visited? Even then, there was a line, and I remember waiting about 30 minutes before opening. This time, I visited around 1:30 pm. To my surprise, there was no one in front of the store, and when I peeked inside, there were empty seats! What a lucky break! I was able to get in without waiting. The char siu was sold o"

"A dining establishment in Shibuya. It's located a little over 10 minutes on foot from Shibuya Station. It was also selected as one of the "100 Best Restaurants for Set Meals" in 2021. It's a rare establishment that specializes in bonito flakes and serves set meals. They are open from morning and close in the early afternoon. I usually wake up lat"

"This area has a lot of hills, which I'm not a fan of! It was my first time visiting, and I should have noted that they only open for lunch at 12:00 PM. Since they seem to specialize in wonton noodles, I went with the three-wonton noodle set and a mini curry. The ramen itself was pretty standard, nothing particularly special. However, the wontons "

"I visited for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. This popular spice curry and biryani specialty shop is located in the basement, down a side street off of Dogenzaka, which you can reach by going up from Shibuya Station. This time, I ordered the First Love Chicken (¥1,200) with one curry. The beautiful blue plate was adorned with colorful pickles and "

"My favorite boulangerie! The shop is bright and filled with delicious-looking bread. While the stollen is only sold during the Christmas season, they offer seasonal breads year-round, so you can enjoy them anytime! It's also a great choice for a small gift. 🎁 There is no eat-in space."

"I was so moved to taste Asuka's flavors again... It brought back memories. About 20 years ago, I was deeply impressed by the Paigu Dan Dan Noodles at Asuka, but after it closed, I never had the chance to visit this place. Finally, I was able to come today. The stylish interior, attentive service, and delicious Paigu Dan Dan Noodles were all wonderf"

"I visited this place for the first time because they were participating in the Curry Marathon. While the location might be a bit tricky to find, I think most people who come here will have done their research beforehand, so it shouldn't be a problem. The curry was incredibly energizing! They have so many tempting menu options, I'm already looking "

"This cafe is incredibly popular with foreign visitors. The reason? From the window seats, you have a commanding view of the Scramble Crossing. Coupled with the name recognition of L'Occitane, this place is always packed. I was torn between a parfait and a creme brulee, but since it was after a meal, I opted for the latter. I also had a hot cup of t"

"I'm completely smitten with Nutritional Yeast, which I dove headfirst into. I've become a complete devotee of BiOcafe. I had the "Brown Rice Pasta, Vegan Cheese, Carbonara." The white shavings tasted like soy milk. The herb flavor was so strong that I couldn't discern the details. When I scooped up the pasta, I saw a yellow powder underneath. I"