Ueno Food Guide: Where and What to Eat in Ueno, Tokyo
- Tokyo Localized
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
Ueno is one of the most touristy places in Tokyo, and with that, you can find so many restaurants at every turn. If you are wondering where and what to eat in Ueno, we have listed some of our favorite places to eat.
Ueno in Taito City is best known for Ueno Park, one of Japan's first public parks. It’s where you can find a bunch of museums, including the Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Western Art, National Museum of Nature and Science, and Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum. Ueno is also home to Ameya Yokocho, a street market known for affordable shopping, street food, and fresh produce.
If you are roaming around Ueno, here are some restaurants you should visit:
1. Kaiseki at Inshotei
Located right inside Ueno Park, Inshotei is a must-visit for all your local food cravings. This kaiseki place serves a wide range of Japanese food and takes pride in its locally sourced ingredients. Since it’s located inside Ueno Park, you can expect to enjoy your meal in peace, along with the restaurant's minimalist aesthetic.
Price: From 2,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM (Daily)
Contact: +81 3-3821-8126
Address: 4-59 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan
2. Tonkatsu at Tonkatsu Yamabe
They have two locations in Ueno. Either way, you won’t go wrong. Tonkatsu Yamabe serves soft and juicy pork cutlets that will satisfy your cravings. Their menu also includes other local eats to fulfill your cravings.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM (Daily)
Contact: +81358177045
Address: 4 Chome-5-1 Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan
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3. Wagyu at Yakiniku Panga
This yakiniku place is best known for its reputation as they are one of the few (4% in fact) restaurants that serve A5 grade Wagyu beef. The marbling on the meats is phenomenal, and you can feel how good it is when they melt in your mouth. The place has enough seats to accommodate diners, so be sure to visit.
Price: From 4,000 yen
Hours: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM (Saturday & Sunday), 5-10 PM (Daily)
Contact: +81358468529
Address: Japan, 〒110-0005 Tokyo, Taito City, Ueno, 3 Chome−27−3 ハトヤ3ビル 2F
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4. Ramen at Ueno Halal Wagyu Ramen Ninja
For your ramen cravings, head over to Wagyu Ramen Ninja. They only serve halal ramen, so it’s quite a popular shop for Muslims. From beef to chicken ramen, your cravings will be satisfied here!
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 11AM-10:30 PM (Daily)
Contact: +81362843755
Address: PQ5G+G6 Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
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5. Issho Ueno
If you are looking for a truly local food experience, visiting an izakaya is the best way to do it. In Ueno, Issho is a great place to find local eats while having some booze. From motsunabe to red sea bream, you can find some mouth-watering local foods here. It’s quite a popular spot among locals so get ready to rub elbows with them. This place is also LGBT-friendly.
Price: From 1,000 yen
Hours: 4-11:30 pm (Monday-Friday) | 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, 5-11:30 PM (Saturday & Sunday)
Contact: +81358303785
Address: Japan, 〒110-0005 Tokyo, Taito City, Ueno, 7 Chome−2−4 FUNDES ８F
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