CRANE
Chiyoda, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 – Hamburger regular since 2017, CRANE grinds beef in-house and serves American-style burgers at JPY 2,000–3,000 in a no-frills Akihabara setting. Walk-ins work most hours; weekday evenings accept reservations. Better for solo diners and quick meals than groups or leisurely dining.
About CRANE
CRANE is a casual venue in Tokyo with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. Its hours run from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM Monday through Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, with Friday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM. It is recognized by Tabelog 100 - Hamburger - 2026. CRANE is a Tokyo stop to consider if you are looking for a casual, lower-priced venue with current Tabelog hamburger-category recognition.
What CRANE Does Differently
CRANE is casual, located in Tokyo, priced at JPY 1,000–1,999. It holds recognition from Tabelog 100 - Hamburger - 2026. Specifics such as seating layout, individual dishes, kitchen methods, service style, payment rules, booking policies should be checked directly before you go.
Timing and How to Book
CRANE’s hours are 11:30 AM–9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 11:30 AM–10:30 PM on Friday. Confirm reservation rules directly with the venue if timing matters. The dress code is casual, the price range is JPY 1,000–1,999.
How It Stacks Against Tokyo Burger Peers
CRANE is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing, its hours listed above, Tabelog 100 - Hamburger - 2026 recognition. Comparisons beyond that should stay general unless you are checking current details venue by venue. If you want a different kind of Tokyo dining plan, you might also look at Kikuchi or other Tokyo dining rooms, depending on the occasion.
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Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 6 Chome−16−3 国際6163ビル
- Website
- instagram.com/crane.burger_and_milkshake
- Phone
- +81 3-6806-0026
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual, simple, and neighborhood-oriented, with a relaxed fast-casual feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- hamburgers
- milkshakes
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 6 Chome−16−3 国際6163ビル · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Usagiya, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Kikuchi, Kaiseki, Kaiseki
- Namaiki, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Tori Tsune Shizen Do, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Umean, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
CRANE competes in Tokyo's mid-tier burger space where JPY 2,000–3,000 buys craft execution without sit-down service refinement. Namaiki operates at JPY 10,000–14,999 with kaiseki-level plating and wine pairings, choose that if you want a full evening rather than a quick meal. Usagiya stays under JPY 1,000 but focuses on dorayaki, not burgers, making it a poor comparison for format. For groups needing flexibility, Tori Tsune Shizen Do offers yakitori at JPY 15,000–19,999 with reservations that accommodate four or more, CRANE's 20-seat table setup and walk-in policy work better for solo and pair diners.
Booking ease separates CRANE from Tokyo's reservation-heavy spots: weekday evening reservations exist but aren't essential, weekend walk-ins succeed with minimal wait. Kikuchi demands advance planning for kaiseki; CRANE does not. If you're weighing value, CRANE's Tabelog 100 streak justifies the price for burger purists who want consistent technique over novelty. Umean offers a different angle entirely, leaning traditional Japanese rather than Western-casual, so cross-shopping depends on whether you're committed to burgers or open to pivoting format mid-trip.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CRANE good for solo dining?
Details on solo-dining suitability are not available. CRANE is a casual venue in Tokyo with a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range.
Can CRANE accommodate groups?
How far ahead should I book CRANE?
Reservation rules are not available. CRANE’s hours are 11:30 AM–9:30 PM Monday through Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 11:30 AM–10:30 PM on Friday.
Is CRANE worth the price?
CRANE’s price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 - Hamburger - 2026, which may make it worth considering if you want a casual Tokyo venue with current hamburger-category recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at CRANE?
Hours begin at 11:30 AM and run into the evening, but menu differences, crowd patterns, reservation availability are not available. Choose based on the listed hours and confirm current details directly if needed.
What should a first-timer know about CRANE?
CRANE is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, is listed at JPY 1,000–1,999. It is recognized by Tabelog 100 - Hamburger - 2026. Other specifics, including seating, payments, takeout, booking rules, are not available.
