Best Restaurants (Counter Seats & For Dates) in Japan

1Kuroge Wagyu Marugoto Ittogai Sumibi Yakiniku Dotonbori Mitsuru Hon Ten

Nippombashi Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Steak, Izakaya (Tavern)

A5 grade Wagyu beef ♪ You can enjoy Yakiniku (Grilled meat) at a great value ♪

3.46

437

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

2Shabushabu Tonton Shinsaibashi Ten

Nagahoribashi Sta. / Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Hot Pot, Izakaya (Tavern)

[Fully private rooms available] A restaurant serving the highest quality A5 Miyazaki beef, Umebuta pork shabu shabu and all-you-can-eat Sukiyaki

3.46

38

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

3Yakitori Shochan Roppongi Ten

Roppongi Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Tavern), Baru (Spanish style bar)

[Open until 8:00 from Monday to Saturday] In a stylish space near the station, enjoy extremely fresh and cost-effective yakitori ✨50 types including rare parts

3.43

163

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

4orange

Roppongi Sta. / Dining bar, French, Italian

[Directly connected to Roppongi Station] Champagne bistro "Bistro" on the front corner of Roppongi Midtown

3.49

742

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

5cafe & bal No.8 co.

Ikebukuro Sta. / Baru (Spanish style bar), Steak, Cafe

[In front of Ikebukuro Station West Exit] Have a great time with photogenic pink tacos and 80s disco songs

3.30

145

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6LUXIS

Ebisu Sta. / Dining bar, Italian, Bar

[2 minutes walk from Ebisu Station] Enjoy an extraordinary space while looking at the aquarium with sea turtles. Open until 5am.

3.28

402

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

7Sakeria BANCO

Kanda Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Italian, Nihonshu (Japanese sake)

A casual bar for adults offering natural wines, carefully selected local sake, homemade sours and seasonal snacks.

3.22

32

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

8404 NOT FOUND OSAKA

Higashi Umeda Sta. / Dining bar, Izakaya (Tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

[5 minutes from Umeda Station] Enjoy alcohol, authentic Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), and chicken French cuisine in a chic, artsy space

3.13

64

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

9MEDUSA

Ebisu Sta. / Dining bar, Bar, Italian

[30 seconds walk from Ebisu Station] <Restaurant & Bar Lounge MEDUSA>

3.45

490

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

10Kanpo Wagyu to Kakigoya Shiki

Ikebukuro Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Oyster, Oyster Bar

Oyster and Chinese herbal wagyu beef are known for their freshness and commitment! Branded sake and great value courses too! 6 people ~ Private floor rental◎

3.35

133

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

11Italian Clasico Ohatsutenjin Ten

Higashi Umeda Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Izakaya (Tavern)

[Ohatsutenjin] A food menu with about 100 items, and 6 carefully selected wines served by the glass!!

3.34

126

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

12igu&peace

Shibuya Sta. / Dining bar, Niku baru (Meat bar), Izakaya (Tavern)

[3 minutes walk from Shibuya Station] We accept banquets ♪ A hideaway Dining Bar for adults where you can enjoy an extraordinary experience

3.40

252

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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13Kushiage Rokkakutei Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. / Kushi-age (Deep-fried skewers), Nihonshu (Japanese sake), Izakaya (Tavern)

Joint event! Anniversary Thanksgiving! Daikanyama store 39th anniversary Nakameguro store also up to 39% off

3.36

73

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

14The Mint Ginza

Ginza Sta. / Cafe, Bar

[Side after Ginza Station] Boasts a variety of cocktails, high-quality food, and music. Approximately 1,000 square meters rooftop bar

3.24

65

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

15Korean Yatai Pegoppayo Monzennakacho Ten

Monzen Nakacho Sta. / Korean, Izakaya (Tavern), Yakiniku (BBQ Beef)

[2 minutes from Monzen-Nakacho Station] ♦ Now accepting reservations for banquets in 2024 [Smoking permitted♪]

3.09

33

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

16Bonsai

Nishi Kasai Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern)

[All-you-can-eat and drink available!] Neo-taishu izakaya ★ All-you-can-drink plan available from the pool◎

3.34

55

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
Online reservationCheck availability

17Oyster&STEAK BAR Espoir

Sakae Sta. / Dining bar, Bar, Oyster Bar

Oyster Bar with a night view♪ Enjoy Oyster delivered directly from the source◎ We also offer a variety of plans perfect for year-end parties♪

3.38

62

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

18Tori no Ichi Iwaki Eki Mae Ten

Iwaki Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Seafood

In front of Iwaki Station, ``Tori no Ichi, a restaurant with delicious yakitori, Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) tuna, and alcohol'' has private rooms and counter seats!

3.19

15

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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19Dining & Bar Tanya KAKOICHI

Sannomiya Sta. / Gyutan (Beef tongue), Dining bar

[Now accepting reservations for wedding receptions, etc.] ◆ 30 or more people! Can reserved for private use! Open from 5pm to 3am the following morning, bar use also available ◎

3.02

23

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

20Comida Latina COSTA

Karasuma Oike Sta. / Mexican, Spain, Ramen

Specialty!! Grilled beef skirt steak and mascaras sauce◎ Spanish & Mexican bar with a good vibe

3.43

81

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
Online reservationCheck availability