DEPOT
Chiyoda, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Cafe EAST 2025 pick inside Tokyo Station's Gransta B1, DEPOT operates a 50-seat counter and stand-up bar with wine, cocktails, breakfast service from 7 AM. No reservations, under JPY 1,999 most visits, positioned for solo travelers or pairs killing time between trains; not a destination, but reliable when station convenience outweighs ambition.
About DEPOT
DEPOT is a casual venue in Tokyo with pricing in the JPY 999–1,999 range and daily opening hours. It is open from 7 AM to 10:30 PM Monday through Saturday, from 7 AM to 9:30 PM on Sunday. DEPOT is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Cafe - EAST - 2025.
Basics and Planning Notes
DEPOT is a casual Tokyo venue with broad daily hours and modest pricing. The safest expectation is simple: check current conditions directly with the venue before relying on any particular service detail.
Competitive Position and Alternative Picks
DEPOT sits in a low-to-moderate price band for Tokyo, with listed pricing from JPY 999 to JPY 1,999. If you are comparing options, the comparable venue set includes DEPOT, Kajitsuen Liber Tokyo ten, Nanba Sennichimae Kamatake Udon Yaesu kitaguchi ten, Nihonbashi Nishikihorin Karintou senmonten, Takajo Kotobuki, Zopf Curry Pan Senmon Ten Guransuta ten. Comparisons should stay general rather than claiming differences in cuisine, speed, seating, drinks, or reservations.
DEPOT’s Tabelog 100 - Cafe - EAST - 2025 listing is a useful recognition marker. Takajo Kotobuki is another allowed venue to consider, while Tokyo's broader restaurant scene offers many unnamed dining options. DEPOT is best described here as a casual Tokyo stop with daily hours and accessible pricing, not as a destination for any specific menu, drink list, or service style.
For planning, use the hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 AM–10:30 PM, Sunday, 7 AM–9:30 PM. The dress code is casual. For broader trip planning around Tokyo, explore hotels, bars, and experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
- Website
- classic-inc.jp/depot
- Phone
- +81 3-6551-2411
Venue details
Ambiance
Nostalgic and cozy station-basement café-bar with warm, retro touches; softly lit counter seating, the hiss of classic beer taps, and an audiophile-minded record sound system create a relaxed yet quietly energetic after-work atmosphere, equally suited to a quick solo stop or a casual drink before a train.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Tokyo Napolitan
- Goro-goro Meat Spaghetti
- Ham Katsu Neapolitan
- Crab Cream Croquette
- House-roasted drip coffee
- Swing Karan draft beer
Planning details
Location
1 Chome-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kajitsuen Liber Tokyo ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Nanba Sennichimae Kamatake Udon Yaesu kitaguchi ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Takajo Kotobuki, Game/Fowl, Game/Fowl
- Nihonbashi Nishikihorin Karintou senmonten, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Zopf Curry Pan Senmon Ten Guransuta ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
DEPOT sits in Tokyo Station's commuter corridor alongside Kajitsuen Liber Tokyo ten (JPY 1,000–1,999, fruit-focused café) and Nanba Sennichimae Kamatake Udon Yaesu kitaguchi ten (under JPY 999, udon counter). Kajitsuen offers a narrower menu but faster turnover during peak hours; DEPOT counters with a broader beverage program (wine, cocktails) and longer dwell-time, better for working between trains than grabbing a quick bowl. Against Zopf Curry Pan Senmon Ten (under JPY 999, curry-pan specialist), DEPOT trades grab-and-go speed for sit-down seating and alcohol service, making it the pick when you have 45+ minutes to spare rather than a 10-minute transfer window.
Nihonbashi Nishikihorin Karintou senmonten (under JPY 999) serves traditional sweets and omiyage, not meals, irrelevant for breakfast or lunch but useful for gift-shopping before departure. Takajo Kotobuki (game and fowl, Marunouchi) requires exiting the station concourse and skews pricier, though it offers a proper restaurant experience if station cafés feel too utilitarian. For travelers prioritizing value and convenience over novelty, DEPOT delivers the Tabelog 100 credential and wine service at station-café pricing, book Kajitsuen if fruit-forward menus matter, stick with Kamatake Udon for speed, or default to DEPOT when you need a drink and a seat without leaving the station.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEPOT good for solo dining?
DEPOT is a casual venue in Tokyo with pricing from JPY 999 to JPY 1,999 and daily opening hours. Solo diners should confirm current conditions directly if seating details, queue patterns, menu items, or service format matter.
Does DEPOT handle dietary restrictions?
Ask the venue directly before ordering if you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or ingredient concerns.
Is lunch or dinner better at DEPOT?
DEPOT is open 7 AM–10:30 PM Monday through Saturday and 7 AM–9:30 PM on Sunday, with pricing from JPY 999 to JPY 1,999.
Is the tasting menu worth it at DEPOT?
A tasting menu is not available at DEPOT.
Is DEPOT good for a special occasion?
DEPOT’s dress code is casual, its pricing is JPY 999–1,999. It is best treated as a casual Tokyo option.
What are alternatives to DEPOT in Tokyo?
Comparable venue venues for comparison include Kajitsuen Liber Tokyo ten, Nanba Sennichimae Kamatake Udon Yaesu kitaguchi ten, Nihonbashi Nishikihorin Karintou senmonten, Takajo Kotobuki, Zopf Curry Pan Senmon Ten Guransuta ten.
