Best Izakaya

Ikebukuro's izakaya restaurants tend toward casual with strong concentration. Walk in dining is viable at most of these restaurants, making same day visits practical, and allowing diners to explore a range of options at different price points. For example, places like Teshigotoya offer a large sake selection in a relaxed environment, while others provide similarly approachable dining experiences. The Chinese dining scene in Ikebukuro is value driven, serving the large local population with exceptional quality Chinese regional cuisine. These restaurants ensure there's something for many contexts.