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What to eat in Tokyo?

If you're visiting Tokyo and want to explore must-try delicious restaurants, here are 4 famous spots highly recommended by both locals and tourists. Each restaurant offers unique flavors that will make you want to return for more 😋✨ Start with Red Rock Harajuku, a legendary beef bowl restaurant in Harajuku. Their signature dish is the Roast Beef Don, featuring thinly sliced beef stacked like a mountain, topped with a runny egg yolk in the center. Mix it with their rich sauce for a perfectly balanced flavor. The beef is tender and melts in your mouth. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous, making it a favorite for meat lovers. The atmosphere is casual and simple, with the aroma of beef wafting through the air. Next is Tsujihan, a Michelin Bib Gourmand-rated restaurant serving "Tsukedon," a marinated sashimi rice bowl. The highlight is the fresh fish marinated in a secret sauce, served over warm Japanese rice. You can pour dashi broth over it to transform it into a comforting Japanese-style porridge. The queue can be long, but it's worth every minute. For dessert lovers, don't miss Happy Pancake Omotesando, famous for its cloud-like fluffy pancakes. Their signature dish, "Premium Pancakes," is served warm with fragrant cream and syrup. The pancakes are so soft they almost melt in your mouth. The cozy ambiance is perfect for enjoying a light afternoon treat while sipping tea. Plus, you'll get Instagram-worthy photos 🍰 Lastly, Talopan Naka Meguro, a viral curry bread shop in Tokyo. The highlight is the crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside bread filled with rich and moderately spicy curry. They offer both meat and vegetable fillings. The flavors are so well-balanced that people line up for it. It's perfect for a quick snack while exploring or riding the train. All four spots are conveniently located and easily accessible by subway. If you have a day in Tokyo, plan a "central city food tour" to visit all four. You'll leave feeling full, satisfied, and with plenty of great photos ❤️🇯🇵
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Posted: Oct 12, 2025
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