Hamburg Will
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Yoshoku EAST repeat selection (2020, 2022, 2023, 2025) serving 100% Iwanaka pork hamburger steaks and yoshoku comfort plates near Shinjuku Gyoen. Lunch runs JPY 1,000–1,999, dinner courses JPY 3,000–3,999. The seven-seat counter offers front-row kitchen access; reservations accepted for dinner only. Book ahead or arrive early for lunch to avoid sell-outs.
About Hamburg Will
Hamburg Will is a Tokyo restaurant with lunch and dinner service hours, casual dress, and published budget guidance. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 selection.
The budget ranges are JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999. The dress code is casual, so the restaurant is best approached as a relaxed meal rather than a formal fine-dining occasion.
Seating and visit style
If seating preference matters, confirm current arrangements directly before visiting. The safest expectation is a casual Tokyo restaurant with recognized placement in the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 list.
Booking, timing, and what to expect
Hamburg Will lists lunch and dinner hours every day. Monday through Friday, hours are 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM. Saturday and Sunday, hours are 11 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM. Confirm availability, reservations, and any current operating changes directly with the restaurant before you go.
For diners comparing Pearl-listed venues such as Takumi Tatsuhiro or Shokudo Wata, Hamburg Will should be considered on its own merits: Tokyo location, casual dress, lunch and dinner service, published budget ranges, and Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Quick reference: Tokyo; selected for Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025; budget guidance: JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999; casual dress; hours: Mon–Fri 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM, Sat–Sun 11 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM; confirm current booking rules, seating, menu details, and payment information directly before visiting.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 1 Chome−3−8 Ykb新宿御苑 １Ｆ
- Website
- tabelog.com/tokyo/A1304/A130402/13041176
- Phone
- +81 3-3358-4161
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hamburg Will presents itself as a straightforward yoshoku spot focused on hamburger steak and pork dishes. The Yoshoku category, Japanese-style Western food, gives the impression of an unfussy, food-forward neighborhood restaurant. There is a sister location in Shibuya, suggesting a small local brand. There’s a clear no-smoking policy mentioned, which speaks to a clean, family-friendly atmosphere.
Best For
This venue is best for diners seeking classic yoshoku comfort, hamburger steaks and pork-focused dishes, rather than for those chasing a refined tasting menu or a trend-driven night out. Menus, maps, and user reviews make Hamburg Will a practical choice for locals and visitors who want to check dishes and ratings before they arrive. The mention of a Shibuya sister location with an exclusive hamburger suggests fans of regional specialties or repeat customers might enjoy comparing versions across locations.
Ordering Tips
Use the detailed menus, maps, user-posted reviews and photos to preview dishes and portioning before you go. If you visit the Shibuya sister spot, look for the Shibuya-exclusive “Tanshichu Hamburger.” The description also states the restaurant is non-smoking, which may be helpful when choosing seating.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual yet slightly romantic yoshoku bistro with candle-lit, warm lighting and an open, live-feel kitchen where guests can watch their pork hamburg steaks being cooked.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Prix fixe, Set menu, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Beer
- Opened
- 2007
Signature Dishes
- 100% Iwachu pork Hamburg steak
- Hamburg steak with demi-glace sauce
- Hamburg steak with mustard cream sauce
- Hamburg steak with yuzu pepper sauce
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 1 Chome−3−8 Ykb新宿御苑 １Ｆ
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 1 Chome−3−8 Ykb新宿御苑 １Ｆ · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- CHATTY CHATTY, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kirimugi Ya Jinroku, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Takumi Tatsuhiro, ¥¥¥¥ · Sushi, ¥¥¥¥ · Sushi
- KEN'S CAFE TOKYO Souhonten, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Shokudo Wata, Izakaya, ¥¥
Restaurant context
Among Shinjuku's yoshoku specialists, Hamburg Will sits in the middle of the pack on price but leads on Tabelog recognition. CHATTY CHATTY and Kirimugi Ya Jinroku match its JPY 1,000–2,999 lunch range but lack the four-time Tabelog 100 nod. KEN'S CAFE TOKYO Souhonten charges JPY 4,000–4,999 for a more polished café experience, while Takumi Tatsuhiro operates at ¥¥¥¥ sushi-omakase formality, neither competes directly on format or accessibility.
For value-driven yoshoku comfort, Hamburg Will edges ahead: consistent quality, easy dinner bookings, and a counter seat that adds engagement without raising the bill. If you want izakaya variety or a livelier group atmosphere, Shokudo Wata offers broader menu breadth at a similar ¥¥ tier. But for a focused pork-hamburg meal with Tabelog credibility and minimal booking hassle, this Shinjuku Gyoen address remains the safer pick among peers in the same price band.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Hamburg Will?
Casual dress is fine. The dress code for Hamburg Will is casual, and the published budget guidance includes JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Hamburg Will?
Hamburg Will is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 selection.
What should a first-timer know about Hamburg Will?
Hamburg Will is in Tokyo, has casual dress, and lists both lunch and dinner hours. Hours are Monday to Friday 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM, and Saturday to Sunday 11 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM.
Is lunch or dinner better at Hamburg Will?
Hamburg Will lists both lunch and dinner hours, with published budget guidance of JPY 1,000–1,999 and JPY 3,000–3,999.
Is Hamburg Will good for a special occasion?
Hamburg Will may suit a casual occasion if the budget ranges and casual dress code fit what you want. If you need a formal or highly specific service style, confirm the current setup directly before planning around it.
