Spain Tei
Kawagoe
Restaurant in Kawagoe, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 160-seat Spanish house restaurant in Kawagoe, recognized on Tabelog's 2026 Spanish 100 list. Dinner runs JPY 5,000–5,999 with paella and traditional plates, plus a wine-focused bar program. Cash-only, ample parking, and BYO permitted: worth the trip from Tokyo if you value space and Spanish cooking over central location.
About Spain Tei
Spain Tei in Kawagoe has a dinner price range of JPY 5,000–5,999 and a lunch price range of JPY 2,000–2,999. It is listed for Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026, giving it a clear point of recognition for diners comparing options in and around Kawagoe. With casual dress and both midday and evening hours on most days, it is an approachable choice for visitors planning a meal in the city.
The venue operates Tuesday through Sunday with lunch service from 11:30 AM–4 PM and dinner from 5–10 PM, and it is closed on Mondays.
The Spanish-Cuisine Recognition
Spain Tei’s clearest distinction is its place on the Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026 list. That makes it a notable Kawagoe option for diners looking at Spanish-cuisine recognition.
Spain Tei is a casual Kawagoe restaurant with lunch and dinner hours, a price range, and Spanish-cuisine recognition.
Planning a Visit
For planning, key details include the opening schedule and price bands: Tuesday through Sunday, 11:30 AM–4 PM and 5–10 PM, with Monday closed; JPY 2,000–2,999 for lunch and JPY 5,000–5,999 for dinner. Dress code is casual.
Compared with other named dining options such as Ogakiku, PIZZERIA ROCCO, Ganja Honten, Hasenuma, and Kawagoe Bakery Rakuraku, Spain Tei stands out for its Spanish-cuisine listing rather than for format, scale, or specific dishes. If you are building a Kawagoe dining itinerary, it is best to compare current availability and menus directly before choosing.
Spain Tei suits diners who want a casual Kawagoe meal and are comfortable planning around the hours and price ranges.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Location
- 4 Chome-11-4 Imanari, Kawagoe, Saitama 350-1105, Japan
- Website
- spaintei.com
- Phone
- +81 49-241-3535
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Spain Tei presents itself as a Spanish-style bar and restaurant in Nishi Kawagoe, centering on paella and traditional Spanish dishes. An evening with wine suits this casual, wine-forward spot for diners seeking Spanish flavors. It's promoted on Tabelog with menus, maps and user photos and reviews, and the venue is noted as non-smoking with online reservations available. The experience focuses on food and wine.
Best For
This venue is best approached as an evening destination, particularly for diners who want a meal built around paella and Spanish classics paired with wine. Online reservations are mentioned, which helps for planning nights out. The Tabelog presence with user reviews and photos also makes it useful for guests deciding where to go, and the non-smoking policy is helpful for diners who prefer smoke-free environments.
Ordering Tips
Order from the menu's highlighted items: paella and traditional Spanish dishes are called out in the description, so paella is an obvious choice to sample. Complement food with wine, as the venue promotes wine alongside its dishes. The venue offers online reservations and has a no-smoking policy. Stick to what's presented in the menu and use the reservation option for evening visits.
Venue details
Ambiance
Inside is a theatrical, dim-to-warmly lit space filled with Gaudí-style monuments, Spanish tiles, and castle-like nooks, creating a whimsical, immersive atmosphere that feels more like an art installation than a typical restaurant yet remains convivial and relaxed.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Very Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu, Small plates
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Sherry, Sangria
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 1983
Signature Dishes
- Seafood paella
- Assorted tapas platter
- Squid ink stew
- Mussels stew
- Spanish omelet
- Iberico ham
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 4 Chome-11-4 Imanari, Kawagoe, Saitama 350-1105, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM, 5–10 PM
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Hasenuma, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Ganja Honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- PIZZERIA ROCCO, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ogakiku, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Kawagoe Bakery Rakuraku, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
Spain Tei anchors the Spanish category in Kawagoe at JPY 5,000–5,999 for dinner, matching Ogakiku in price but delivering a broader menu and warehouse-scale seating. For a quieter, more intimate Spanish meal, Tokyo's tapas bars edge ahead on atmosphere, but Spain Tei's 160-seat capacity and 30-car parking lot solve the logistics that plague metropolitan dining. Walk-ins work for pairs, reservations suit groups of four or more, and the BYO policy lets wine collectors dodge Tokyo's markup.
PIZZERIA ROCCO offers Italian in a similar casual suburban format for JPY 3,000–3,999, making it the better-value choice if cuisine flexibility matters more than Tabelog recognition. Budget diners should pivot to Ganja Honten (JPY 1,000–1,999) or Hasenuma (under JPY 1,000) for Japanese comfort food at a fraction of the cost. Spain Tei's Tabelog 100 nod and paella focus justify the spend for Spanish-cooking enthusiasts and group celebrations, but the dimly lit, multi-level warehouse interior sacrifices intimacy for capacity. Book Spain Tei if you prioritize parking, wine depth, and recognized Spanish technique; choose PIZZERIA ROCCO for Italian at a lower ticket; pick Ganja Honten or Hasenuma if budget trumps cuisine category.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Spain Tei?
Lunch is ¥2,000–¥2,999, while dinner is ¥5,000–¥5,999. Spain Tei is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM–4 PM and 5–10 PM, and is closed on Mondays.
What should a first-timer know about Spain Tei?
Spain Tei is in Kawagoe, has a casual dress code, and has lunch and dinner hours from Tuesday through Sunday.
What are alternatives to Spain Tei in Kawagoe?
Other named options to compare include Hasenuma, PIZZERIA ROCCO, Kawagoe Bakery Rakuraku, Ogakiku, and Ganja Honten, along with other dining in Kawagoe.
Is Spain Tei good for a special occasion?
Spain Tei operates as a casual Kawagoe restaurant with lunch and dinner service on most days.
Is Spain Tei worth the price?
Spain Tei’s price ranges are ¥2,000–¥2,999 for lunch and ¥5,000–¥5,999 for dinner. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026, which may be a useful signal if you are looking at Spanish-cuisine recognition in Kawagoe.
