Come to Shinjuku, the ultimate shopping paradise and culinary haven that will mesmerize your senses. With an abundance of restaurants and izakayas that cater to all budgets, you will be spoilt for choice. Shinjuku’s food scene is extraordinary and caters to both foodies and sightseers.
But Shinjuku isn’t just a place to eat; it’s also a top tourist destination with a charm that will leave you breathless. Don’t miss out on Japan’s delectable cuisines, from affordable and scrumptious B-class dishes to high-end restaurants that will leave a dent in your wallet.
We have handpicked and will showcase some of the most popular and famous eateries in Shinjuku, so get ready for an unforgettable gastronomic journey!
Ibuki (伊吹)
Ibuki is a popular restaurant in Tokyo known for its sukiyaki and shabu shabu dishes. Located near Yamada Denki LABI Shinjuku, the restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and can accommodate up to 20 customers. The menu is simple, with a choice between sukiyaki and shabu shabu, and the food is prepared by the proprietor at your table. Reservations are necessary for dining at Ibuki.
Yakiniku Onuki (焼肉 大貫)
Yakiniku Onuki is a restaurant in Shinjuku, Tokyo, known for its legendary Atsugiri Gyutan (thick cut beef tongue). The restaurant offers a limited menu and provides privacy with partitions between tables. They serve a signature dipping sauce passed down from the main branch in Hamamatsu. Reservations are required.
Udon Shin (うどん 慎)
Udon Shin is a small hidden eatery in Shinjuku offering handmade udon and soba dishes. The cozy interior has counter seats and tables. They serve various versions of udon, including cold and hot options with different toppings. Soba is also available with customizable ingredients. Popular toppings include chicken tempura and shrimp. They also offer unique fusion dishes like carbonara-inspired udon. The menu has English descriptions and stylish pictures.
Menya Sho Honten (麺屋 翔 本店)
Menya Sho Honten is a renowned ramen shop in Nishi-Shinjuku specializing in salt ramen. Their most popular dish, Shamo Tokusei Shio Ramen, features a golden-colored soup made from a blend of chicken and pork, along with various seasonings. The noodles are specially made for the shop, and the toppings include chashu pork, chashu chicken, seasoned egg, wontons, bamboo shoots, and kujo negi.
Kameya (かめや 新宿店)
Kameya is a popular 24-hour fast food soba stall located in Shinjuku’s Omoide Yokocho. Founded in 1971, it offers freshly ground and beaten soba noodles. The signature dish is the Ganso Tentama Soba, topped with fried kakiage, onsen tamago, and green onions. They also serve tempura udon for udon enthusiasts.
