10 Cheap but Amazing Restaurants in Tokyo
BarsRestaurants Editorial Team
1/8/20252 min read
Tokyo’s budget dining is elite. These reliable picks and chains deliver flavor without the price tag. Affordable Tokyo Eats
- Ichiran Ramen — Multiple
- Style: Solo booth tonkotsu ramen
- Must‑order: Tonkotsu with extra kaedama (noodle refill)
- Price: $
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- Afuri — Multiple
- Style: Yuzu‑shio ramen
- Must‑order: Yuzu‑shio with chicken
- Price: $‑$$
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- Ippudo — Multiple
- Style: Hakata‑style ramen
- Must‑order: Akamaru Modern
- Price: $‑$$
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- Matsuya — Multiple
- Style: Gyudon (beef bowls)
- Must‑order: Beef bowl set
- Price: $
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- Sukiya — Multiple
- Style: Gyudon chain
- Must‑order: Cheese gyudon
- Price: $
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- Coco Ichibanya — Multiple
- Style: Japanese curry house
- Must‑order: Pork katsu curry, spice level 5+
- Price: $‑$$
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- Torikizoku — Multiple
- Style: Yakitori izakaya
- Must‑order: Skewers & draft beer
- Price: $‑$$
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- Uobei (Genki Sushi) — Shibuya & more
- Style: Conveyor‑belt sushi
- Must‑order: Salmon, seared mayo nigiri
- Price: $
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- Tempura Tendon Tenya — Multiple
- Style: Tempura bowls
- Must‑order: Tendon set
- Price: $
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- Hanamaru Udon — Multiple
- Style: Sanuki udon
- Must‑order: Bukkake udon + tempura sides
- Price: $
Image placeholder – to be added. Tokyo Tips Buy meal tickets at machines; cashless accepted in many chains. Solo dining is normal—counter seats are common.