The order experience is super simple as you order off an iPad, similar to the conveyor belt sushi restaurants. Kakekomi Gyoza – Craving gyoza? Step into this izakaya-style restaurant with the most interesting and beautiful interior for endless plates of gyoza. Mister Donut – Great choice for a Japanese donut, particularly the mochi kind! Bonus: It’s attached to a bakery called Boul’ange, so you can take some yummy pastries to-go. It was a cozy breakfast spot for the perfect egg sandwich. It’s a chain, so you can easily find them throughout Tokyo.Įggslut – I admit, we stumbled upon this one and went in purely for the name (who wouldn’t). Much like Ichiran, it’s only a few steps away from Hotel Gracery Shinjuku. It’s only ¥420-that’s under $4 USD.Ĭurry House CoCo Ichibanya Halal – If you’re in the mood for some traditional Japanese curry, and a quick meal, this is the place to go. They are known for their Ten-Tama Soba, which is soba topped with vegetable tempura and a hard-boiled egg. Kameya – Located in Omoide Yokocho, this small corner shop is simply row of stools where you can sit down and enjoy a bowl of noodles. Tatsunoya – If you’re fan of tsukemen (aka dipping noodles), you must go. You can find locations throughout Tokyo, and during lunchtime, you will likely see lines out the door. Like most ramen shops, orders are placed through a cash-only ticket machine.
For dinner, after a long flight and feeling very jet-lagged, this was our first stop-and only steps away from our hotel. Ichiran – Quick but delicious and customizable ramen. That being said, here’s a quick rundown of where I ate and what I did in Shinjuku. So, plan to grab coffee and breakfast from a convenience store, or sleep in and wait for brunch! In fact, something to keep in mind: Most restaurants and shops in Tokyo don’t open until 11 a.m., but the good news is most of them stay open late-sometimes even 24 hours. It’s a bustling city that never seems to sleep. And only a few minutes’ walk away from Shinjuku Station (east exit), one of the busiest stations in the world. It’s surrounded by bright lights and neon signs, restaurants and bars, shops and convenience stores, and nightlife and entertainment. Besides being a fun themed hotel, it’s a great option because it’s VIP Access, which means it comes with exclusive perks for Expedia Rewards members, and it sits in the heart of Kabukicho on Godzilla Road.