Tokyo Restaurant Guide

Cafeterias In Shinjuku

Shinjuku's cafeteria scene defies a singular definition, offering everything from a sweet Strawberry Banana Chocolate Shortcake to a hearty Tonteki Teishoku Double. With twelve distinct approaches, including the highly-rated トンテキ食堂 なかむら, diners can explore a rich array of choices, ensuring a satisfying experience for any preference.

トンテキ食堂 なかむら
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トンテキ食堂 なかむら

visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.

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TontekiTonkatsuTeishoku

Shinjuku-sanchome Station · 2 min walk

Nagano-ya
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Nagano-ya

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.

Katsu-donJapanese CurryUdon

Shinjuku Station · 2 min walk

Shiroganeya
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Shiroganeya

visitors rate it well; locals rate it highly. Featured in 1 creator post.

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Japanese Set MealsSaba Set Meals

Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 6 min walk

Koganeya
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Koganeya

visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.

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Japanese IzakayaGrilled Fish

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 4 min walk

Pungumu 3rd
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Pungumu 3rd

visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.

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Korean BBQ

Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk

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coffee swamp

visitors rate it exceptionally; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favorite. Featured in 1 creator post.

Coffee ShopCafe

Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 3 min walk

いまがわ食堂 西新宿店
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いまがわ食堂 西新宿店

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.

Japanese SeafoodIzakaya

Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 3 min walk

Pungum TAK
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Pungum TAK

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.

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KoreanJapanese

Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 7 min walk

Kinuchan
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Kinuchan

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.

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IzakayaShoyu Ramen

Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 5 min walk

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GYUKATSU KYOTO KATSUGYU Shinjyuku Otakibashi-dori Store

visitors rate it very highly; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favorite.

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Gyukatsu

Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 7-chōme−10−19 西新宿ビル 1F

ホシギ2羽チキン3号店
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ホシギ2羽チキン3号店

visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.

Korean Fried Chicken

Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk

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RITUEL CAFE Lumine Shinjuku store

rated modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.

French CafePatisserie

Shinjuku Station · 2 min walk

Cafeteria in Shinjuku, answered

What is the best cafeteria in Shinjuku?
トンテキ食堂 なかむら rates highest of the 12 cafeteria restaurants we scored in Shinjuku, Tokyo, known for its tonteki (thick-cut pork steak).
How long does a cafeteria meal take?
Allow 30 to 60 minutes at most of these restaurants. Cafeteria is generally eaten quickly here, and counter seats turn over fast, so a queue often moves faster than it looks.
Are these cafeteria restaurants small?
Yes, mostly. 1 of the 9 with seating data hold 20 covers or fewer, and 1 have counter seating. Expect to queue at peak times, and to be split up if you are a larger group.
Which station is closest?
Nishi-shinjuku Sta. is the closest station for 3 of the 12 restaurants listed here. Each entry shows its own nearest stop and walking time.