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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"

"I visited around 1 PM on a Sunday. The restaurant is located behind Shinjuku Marui, and even though I avoided the peak lunch hour, there was a constant line of about 15 people. While waiting in line, the staff guided us to purchase tickets from the vending machine beforehand, which made the process from entering the restaurant to getting our food v"

"## 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."

"This is a Thai specialty restaurant located right in the heart of Shinjuku Kabukicho. It seems to be very popular, especially during lunchtime, as you can enjoy authentic Thai food at a reasonable price. 『Pad Cha Talay / ¥1,000』 My colleague and I visited for lunch and chose the seafood and vegetable stir-fry set. It's a full-fledged set meal th"

"We ordered draft beer, green vegetables with a poached egg, dumplings, highball, a three-piece appetizer platter, Sichuan chili oil tofu, and cold salt chicken wonton noodles. Although there was a line outside, the staff took our order beforehand, so we were quickly seated either downstairs or on the first floor. You can enjoy a full meal with "

"Location: Near Seibu-Shinjuku Station (walking distance) (Weekday, 3:33 PM, no wait) I was in the mood for tsukemen! At "Ramen Hosenka"! I ordered: • Kinmedai Tsukemen (¥950) My impression: The soup was incredibly delicious. They recommended ochazuke, so I'd like to try it next time and eat it all the way through ✌️ [Soup] A soup made from the"

"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"

"This is a high-class bakery with a restaurant attached, featuring a selection of exquisite breads. The Chocolat Framboise boasts a crispy crust encasing rich chocolate. The raspberry topping releases a delightful aroma, spreading throughout the mouth with each bite. This elegant bread was truly delicious. The Coffee Anpan offers an even more in"

"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-"

"Visited on Friday, January 17, 2025. Arrived at the restaurant around 11:25 AM, and there were already two people waiting. I ordered the boneless chicken curry and a mini salad. Last time I chose the standard soup, so this time I went with the black soup. As the menu describes, it has a slightly richer flavor and is delicious, but the spiciness of "

"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"

"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"

"Time: Visited at 12:30 PM on a holiday. Crowd: About 80% full. Taste: ✔︎ Beef Tendon Curry The curry was much lighter than I expected. It didn't have a rich, deep flavor. I felt the spiciness from the moment it entered my mouth, but it wasn't so hot that I was sweating profusely. Spiciness: ★★★★☆ (Based on Mujirushi Curry) Since it was beef ten"