Imaike Hanten
Chikusa, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
Book with PearlWhy go
A 17-seat counter-service Chinese restaurant in Imaike recognised by Tabelog's 2026 EAST 100 at a rare JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price point. No reservations accepted; arrive early for lunch or plan for a queue. Closed Wednesday and Sunday, with limited lunch menu and expanded dinner options.
About Imaike Hanten
Imaike Hanten is a Nagoya venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Its hours include lunch and dinner service on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–11 PM. It is closed on Wednesday and Sunday.
The venue is also listed in Tabelog's 2026 Chinese cuisine EAST 100 selection.
What to Try Across Two Visits
For a first visit, plan around the lunch window: 11:30 AM–2 PM on an open day.
For a second visit, return during the dinner window from 6–11 PM. The price range remains JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, making Imaike Hanten an accessible Nagoya option for diners who want to keep the meal under JPY 2,000.
Value Positioning and Booking Strategy
At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Imaike Hanten sits in a relatively accessible price band for a Nagoya venue with Tabelog 100 recognition. The most useful planning facts are the opening days and hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed Wednesday and Sunday.
If you are comparing alternative options, you can also consider Hyakurotei Imaike ten, Menya Tamagusuku, Nakaya Pan, Sushi Tesaku, and WARUNG PHUAN.
Explore Our full Nagoya restaurants guide for additional dining options across the city.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒464-0850 Aichi, Nagoya, Chikusa Ward, Imaike, 1 Chome−6−11 プロスパービル
- Website
- instagram.com/imaikehanten
- Phone
- +81 52-715-6833
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, no-frills neighborhood Chinese spot with a small 17-seat interior that focuses on speed and wok-fired fried rice rather than elaborate decor.
Tags
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Opened
- 2023
Signature Dishes
- Egg fried rice
- Japanese-style fried rice
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒464-0850 Aichi, Nagoya, Chikusa Ward, Imaike, 1 Chome−6−11 プロスパービル
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Japan, 〒464-0850 Aichi, Nagoya, Chikusa Ward, Imaike, 1 Chome−6−11 プロスパービル · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Menya Tamagusuku, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- WARUNG PHUAN, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Hyakurotei Imaike ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Nakaya Pan, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Sushi Tesaku, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, Imaike Hanten sits well below Nagoya's typical Tabelog 100 price tier. Sushi Tesaku commands JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999 for its counter omakase, while WARUNG PHUAN averages JPY 4,000–JPY 4,999 for Indonesian fare with reservations. For comparable budget Chinese, Hyakurotei Imaike ten operates in the same JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 range nearby and offers a similar walk-in model. If you want sub-JPY 1,000 dining, Menya Tamagusuku and Nakaya Pan deliver ramen and bakery staples with faster turnover and shorter queues.
The trade-off for Imaike Hanten's low price is the no-reservation policy and 17-seat capacity. Sushi Tesaku and WARUNG PHUAN both accept advance bookings, which removes the uncertainty but raises the cost. Hyakurotei Imaike ten shares the walk-in format and similar pricing, making it the closest alternative if the queue here looks too long. For family-friendly counter dining at this price, Imaike Hanten is the better bet, Menya Tamagusuku and Nakaya Pan cater to solo diners and quick meals rather than leisurely group visits.
If value is the priority and you can handle a 20-minute wait, book nothing and arrive at 11:30 AM. If you need guaranteed seating and don't mind paying double, reserve at WARUNG PHUAN or step up to Sushi Tesaku. If you're unwilling to queue at all, Hyakurotei Imaike ten or the sub-JPY 1,000 options will get you fed faster.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Imaike Hanten?
Other venues to compare include Hyakurotei Imaike ten, WARUNG PHUAN, Sushi Tesaku, Nakaya Pan, and Menya Tamagusuku.
What should I order at Imaike Hanten?
Specific dishes and menu formats are not available. Imaike Hanten's price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, and its service windows are 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–11 PM on open days. Choose from the current menu when you visit.
Can I eat at the bar at Imaike Hanten?
Seating layout is not available, so it is not known whether bar or counter seating is available. The Nagoya location, JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range, and the lunch and dinner hours on open days are available.
Is lunch or dinner better at Imaike Hanten?
Both lunch and dinner are service periods. Lunch runs 11:30 AM–2 PM, and dinner runs 6–11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The restaurant is closed Wednesday and Sunday.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Imaike Hanten?
A tasting menu is not available. Imaike Hanten is in Nagoya, with a JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range and Tabelog 2026 Chinese cuisine EAST 100 recognition.
