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"A popular ramen shop with long queues This shop is known for its exceptional shrimp tsukemen (dipping noodles) and has been selected as one of the "Tokyo Ramen 100" best ramen shops. Located just a 4-minute walk from Shinjuku Station South Exit, a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station, and in a back alley near Shinjuku Takashimaya. I visit"

"Established in 1963, Acacia's atmosphere, dating back to 1963, is exceptional even among long-standing establishments. The seating is spread across two floors, with the first floor divided into two distinct areas, each with its own unique charm that makes you want to snap a photo. Despite its history, it's not stuffy and has an approachable feel, m"

"The Teishokuya! Highly recommended if you're craving fried food. The restaurant is on the second floor, so it's best to decide what you want to order before you go up the stairs. You order as soon as you enter, so if you wait until you get upstairs, you might end up holding up people behind you. The interior has both counter and table seating, but "

"A long-established, renowned restaurant in Shinjuku called "Manrai." Their "Natto Zaru" is a "natto tsukemen" with a generous serving of raw egg and natto. It's a unique natto-infused zaru ramen that you slurp up with gusto. The retro flavors evoke a sense of Showa-era nostalgia, and the noodles are smooth and delicious. The large chunks of char si"

"● Special Nodoguro Soba (buckwheat noodles) - ¥1150 Maximum TKG (raw egg on rice) - ¥300 I waited about 5 minutes but was able to enter the restaurant quickly. I wasn't expecting much, but I was blown away after taking the first bite. The soup, infused with the rich flavor of nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), perfectly blended with the noodles, cre"

"## Access Located in the heart of Shinjuku Kabukicho, it's conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station. ## Ambiance The space is stylish yet casual, attracting a young crowd. The wood-paneled interior and trendy lighting create a relaxed atmosphere. There are also counter seats, making it easy to drop in solo. ## Menu & Rev"

"Located in Shinjuku East Exit, just a 3-minute walk away, is a ramen shop I've been wanting to try for a while: "Kaijin"! Finally made it here!✌️ The broth changes daily, and on this particular day, it featured: - Sea Bream - Conger Eel - Yellowtail - Salmon (๑>◡<๑) Kaijin is known for its commitment to seasonal ingredients, using fresh fi"

"The food quality was decent. Personally, I think they could improve by reducing the salt content and investing more in aromatic spices. The terrace seating is open and has a great atmosphere. It's a good place for a large group to enjoy craft beer and cocktails. It's important to be able to enjoy yourself even if you don't drink alcohol."

"Located less than a minute from Seibu Shinjuku Station, down a narrow alleyway, you'll find the restaurant. It's a branch of "Hayashida," one of Tokyo's most popular ramen shops. Other branches include "Suzuran," "Mugi-emon," and "Nihon Aburaya-to." I visited on a weekday evening around 8 pm. There was a 4-person wait, but the turnover was quick"

"I visited Horiiuchi, famous for their tsukemen, around 6 PM on a weekday. While not completely full, there was a steady stream of customers. As a fan of natto, I couldn't resist ordering the "Natto Zaru Ramen." The bubbly, natto-infused dipping broth was simply divine. I dipped the generous portion of noodles into the broth, twirling them with the"

"【Le Monde Shinjuku】 Casual Steak at the Counter Le Monde in Shinjuku ✨ It's a counter-only establishment, so it's perfect for a quick and delicious steak experience without lingering. - Sirloin 150g ¥1,650 - Draft Beer ¥650 The salad is simple, just lettuce! The service is incredibly fast. The steak sauce is a light and refreshing soy sauce-base"

"We were seated right by the entrance, but the breeze coming in was nice, and I actually preferred the table seating to the counter. This time, we made a reservation for the ☆Chef's Choice Course for ¥8,500. I heard the portions were quite large, so I asked for the smallest course. There were 9 skewers in total! The person serving us was"

"I visited for lunch on a weekday. I made a reservation online for the ¥1,900 lunch course at 11:30 am. By a little after noon, it was completely full. The course came with a drink, and I could have chosen sparkling wine, but I opted for a non-alcoholic peach tea that day. The appetizer was a beautiful assortment. For the pizza, we chose a half-and-"

"Usage: Weekdays Access: Directly connected to Shinjuku-sanchome Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line, located on the second basement floor of Keio Frente. *C2 Exit* On weekdays, the shop opens at 7:00 AM. I visited around 8:05 AM without waiting in line. Cash payment is required in advance in the morning. The shop only has counter seats. Orders are "

"After dropping off my eldest daughter at the university building on September 28, 2024, I went to **Men-Sho San Francisco**. This stylish ramen shop is located on the 7th floor of the restaurant area in Shinjuku MyLord. You purchase a ticket before being seated, as indicated by a sign. I was in a panic because I only had new 1,000 yen and 10,00"

"My wife and I visited at 6:30 PM. We went to the first basement level, which has a chandelier, but it was fully booked with reservations. We were told to go to the second basement level. The bar area on the second basement level was quiet and chic. We were seated at the counter. This floor had about 7 seats at the counter and 10 seats at tables. "

"This wine bar is part of the Margo chain, and while it's more spacious than Margo, the tables at Margo feel more practical. The wine selection is impressive, with about 2 sparkling, 3 white, 3 red, and 3 special wines. They seem to rotate the wines, which is a nice touch. The appetizers are also great, with a wide variety from starters to desserts"

"The pork bowl (with cutlet curry) was around ¥1250. The shrimp fry was around ¥550. I went there before noon and there was no wait. I was thinking of getting the pork cutlet, but everyone else was having the pork bowl, so I ordered that. The bowl was relatively small, the curry was thick, and the cutlet had three pieces with sauce, but it could hav"

"Wow... it's in Shinjuku... How can you get such incredibly fresh fish here?! I don't need to travel all over Japan anymore! They always present you with the freshest fish of the day, recommending the best way to eat it, whether it's sashimi, grilled, simmered, or tempura. It's always delicious! This place really teaches you about the love of fi"

"I visited around 8 pm during the Obon festival period. There was no line and I was able to enter the restaurant immediately. The restaurant was about half full. I ordered the Tomato and Cheese Curry for ¥1200. It came out in just a few minutes after ordering! The rice and curry are served separately. It's a refreshing dish with fresh tomato sli"

"Shinjuku Drinking: A Review of a Long-Time Favorite This restaurant was a regular spot for me about 10 years ago. I hadn't been able to visit for a while due to the pandemic, but recently a friend expressed interest in trying it out, so I made a reservation for the course. We opted for the "Takumi" all-you-can-drink plan (2.5 hours) for 5,800 ye"

"❤︎ : Hiroki Club : Shinjuku Nishiguchi, Tokyo : Tabelog 3.55 : ¥5,000 - I've been wanting to go to this place for a long time and had it saved! I tried calling to make a reservation several times, but it was always fully booked... It was a dream come true! I went on a Sunday at 6:00 PM, but it was still full, so reservations are a must at this p"