Mindblowing All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Tokyo, Japan
Image from Shabushabu Kagayaki
Sure, you may have had buffets before, but have you had a wine buffet? What about a dessert buffet? Tokyo, a city celebrated for its rich culture, breathtaking skyline, and culinary scene that's nothing short of legendary, takes the concept of all-you-can-eat dining to a whole new level. In this blog, we'll delve into the mindblowing world of all-you-can-eat restaurants in Tokyo. Whether you're a sushi aficionado, a grill enthusiast, or a fan of traditional Japanese fare, Tokyo's all-you-can-eat restaurants offer an experience that is sure to capture your heart and leave you craving for more.
The yen to USD conversion is based on the $1.00 ≈ 150 yen conversion rate from October 2023.
#1: Yakiniku Chikaraya
Japan, 〒108-0075 Tokyo, Minato City, Konan, 2 Chome−2−2 Fuji Building 5・6F
Yakiniku (yah-key-knee-ku) literally translates into “grilled meat”, and is a type of barbeque where you, the customer, cook the meat raw at the table. Chikaraya is located a few steps away from Shinagawa Station, and their most basic all-you-can-eat plan with 50 food choices starts from 3,900 yen (~$25.97). You can add the all-you-can-drink plan for just 1,980 yen ($13.18) more for unlimited beer, wine, whiskey, and cocktails!
#2: Salon Bake & Tea
NEWoMan Shinjuku 3F, 4 Chome-1-6 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022, Japan
For most people, dessert is not something that comes to the top of their mind when they think of all-you-can-eats. Of course, Japan has to outdo the rest of the world. Salon Bake & Tea is a dessert buffet located right across the Shinjuku Sation and offers dessert buffets on the weekends and holidays for 4,000 yen ($26.63), and afternoon tea on the weekdays for 4,500 yen ($29.96). Each dessert piece is a delicate form of art that will surely fulfill your sweetness cravings!
#3: Sushi Shintanaka
〒152-0031 Tokyo, Meguro City, Nakane, 2 Chome−5−10
If you are visiting Japan, sushi should be a must-eat item on your list. Sushi Shintanaka (She-in-tah-kah) is located away from the intense rush of the city center and is hidden in a residential area (rest assured, it is still only a 7-minute walk away from the nearest train station.) They have been offering all-you-can-eat sushi for 10 years, featuring approximately 70 different types of sushi. The fish are always fresh and the chef will make it as you order it. This is an authentic sushi journey you would otherwise not be able to experience through conveyor belt sushi. The all-you-can-eat is 4950 yen ($32.96) with a 70-minute time limit.
#4: Yakitori Toriichizu
Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 7 Chome−4−5 Shinjuku West Square Building 2F
Yakitori (yah-key-toe-ree)= grilled chicken and mizutaki (me-zoo-tah-key) = chicken hot pot. Toriichizu is a restaurant that specializes in yakitori, mizutaki, and all things chicken-related. They have an unbeatable price of 3,000 yen ($19.98) for their all-you-can-eat and only a 500 yen ($3.33) upgrade for their all-you-can-drink option! Food includes karaage chicken, hot pot, chicken wings, salad, and more. They are a chain restaurant that offers multiple locations such as Chuuo, Chiyoda, Shinagawa, Shinjuku, and Shibuya.
#5: Ueno Guriguri
2 Chome-2-3 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005 Japan
Monjayaki (mong-jah-yah-key) is a type of pan-fried batter made from flour, sauce, and often cabbage (think of it as a savory pancake). Ueno Guriguri offers an all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink menu of 50 options, including their famous monjayaki, for 3850 yen ($25.64). Ueno Guriguri is located 1 minute away from the Chiyoda subway Station, or 5 minutes away from the JR Okachimachi Station. Enjoy the savory flavors of the tonkatsu sauce and the sweetness of the mayonnaise, all while crunching on the juicy cabbages. Yum!
#6: Shabushabu Kagayaki
1 Chome-20-2 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
A 4-minute walk from Ginza station, Kagayaki is the premium shabushabu (shah-boo-shah-boo) location. Shabushabu is a type of hotpot dish with thinly sliced meat and vegetables served with various dipping sauces. They offer A5 wagyu, fresh local vegetables, and seafood options. If the food alone doesn’t make all your worries go away, then the relaxed and spacious interior will for sure make you forget that you are in the busiest city in the world. Their all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink courses start at 7,700 yen ($51.27) and you will be receiving fine-dining level quality.
#7: Wine Buffet Esola
You read that right, wine buffet. Esola is located a 6-minute walking distance away from Shinjuku Station and offers about 100 various all-you-can-drink wines from all over the world. In addition, they offer lunch all-you-can-eat freshly cooked pasta, pizza, appetizers, and desserts. Now you may be thinking, “Why would I go to Japan and eat pasta and pizza?” You may be surprised to learn that Japanese-Italian fusion is a whole genre of culinary delight. I mean, have you ever had a wagyu spaghetti? Their all-you-can-drink starts at 1980 yen ($13.09) and the all-you-can-eat-and-drink option is at 2,500 yen ($16.53).
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