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
visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.
Shinjuku-sanchome Station · 2 min walk

Nagano-ya
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.
Shinjuku Station · 2 min walk

Shiroganeya
visitors rate it well; locals rate it highly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 6 min walk

Koganeya
visitors rate it well; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.
Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 4 min walk

Pungumu 3rd
visitors rate it highly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk
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visitors rate it exceptionally; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favorite. Featured in 1 creator post.
Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 3 min walk

いまがわ食堂 西新宿店
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it well. Featured in 1 creator post.
Shinjuku-nishiguchi Sta. · 3 min walk

Pungum TAK
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 7 min walk

Kinuchan
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
Nishi-shinjuku Sta. · 5 min walk
GYUKATSU KYOTO KATSUGYU Shinjyuku Otakibashi-dori Store
visitors rate it very highly; locals rate it modestly. Visitor favorite.
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
visitors rate it modestly; locals rate it modestly. Featured in 2 creator posts.
Higashi-Shinjuku Station · 11 min walk
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rated modestly. Featured in 1 creator post.
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.