Menya Ittou
Katsushika, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$10–20per person
Why go
An 11-seat counter in Katsushika serving chicken-and-seafood ramen that's earned a Tabelog 100 spot every year since 2017. The broth is rich but clean, the execution is consistent, and the JPY 1,000–1,999 price point makes it one of Tokyo's better ramen values for diners who prioritize technique over novelty.
About Menya Ittou
Menya Ittou is a ramen venue in Tokyo with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. Its hours are the same daily: 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM.
Menya Ittou is in Tokyo, sits in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range, and appears on the Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 list.
Why the Broth Matters
Menya Ittou serves ramen.
The venue is a Tokyo ramen stop in a modest price bracket. If you are comparing options, evaluate it on current hours, budget, and your interest in visiting a Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 selection.
Value and Booking Logic
At JPY 1,000–1,999 per person, Menya Ittou is an accessible Tokyo ramen option. Yakiniku Kosen is a different comparable venue for a different dining context, not a direct ramen comparison.
Opening hours are 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM every day of the week.
The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999.
Accessibility, family policies, smoking rules, parking, and nearby transit details are also not available.
If you're building a Tokyo ramen tour, Menya Ittou can be considered for its Tokyo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, daily lunch and dinner hours, and Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. For a different kind of evening afterward, you can also explore Tokyo's bar scene.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Location
- 1 Chome-4-17 Higashishinkoiwa, Katsushika City, Tokyo 124-0023, Japan
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- menya-itto.com
- Phone
- +81336979787
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Menya Ittou in Shin Koiwa presents itself as a focused ramen and tsukemen spot that leans into a modern approach to broth-making. The rich chicken-and-seafood white broth is the menu’s standout. The venue is non-smoking. Overall, the tone suggests a contemporary, ingredient-forward ramen shop that earns attention for the quality of its soup base rather than frills or gimmicks.
Best For
This is a place for ramen and tsukemen enthusiasts who are seeking a modern, intensely flavored broth. The rich chicken-and-seafood white broth suits diners who prioritize soup craftsmanship. It’s appropriate for solo diners and casual visitors exploring Shin Koiwa, and it’s useful to consult Tabelog entries for photos, reviews and menu details before going. The non-smoking note makes it straightforward for those seeking a smoke-free bowl experience.
Ordering Tips
When you visit Menya Ittou, prioritize the house specialty: the rich chicken and seafood white broth. If tsukemen (dipping noodles) is offered alongside ramen, consider the dipping option to experience the broth concentrated against the noodles. Use the Tabelog listing to preview menu items, portion sizes and user photos so you can decide in advance. Note the venue is flagged as non-smoking in the description, which may matter for diners sensitive to indoor smoke.
Venue details
Ambiance
Compact, modern ramen shop with counter-focused seating, efficient service, and an energetic atmosphere driven by long lines of ramen enthusiasts, yet with an elegant, design-conscious interior that is also welcoming to solo female diners.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Beer
Signature Dishes
- Noukou gyokai tsukemen (rich chicken & seafood dipping noodles)
- Seafood tsukemen
- Thick chicken paitan-gyokai ramen
- Low-temperature pork chashu
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-4-17 Higashishinkoiwa, Katsushika City, Tokyo 124-0023, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 6–9 PM
Location
1 Chome-4-17 Higashishinkoiwa, Katsushika City, Tokyo 124-0023, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shozan, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- One More, 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
- Yakiniku Kosen, Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Sansar Koiwa ten, 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
- SPICE Cafe, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
Menya Ittou sits in Tokyo's mid-tier ramen bracket (JPY 1,000–1,999), but its Tabelog 100 streak since 2017 and Bronze wins at The Tabelog Award (2017–2020) put it ahead of most peers on pure execution. Shozan runs cheaper (under JPY 999) and is easier to book, but doesn't carry the same pedigree, go there if value trumps credentials. One More matches the price and offers a similar counter-service format, but lacks the multi-year award track record; it's a solid fallback if Menya Ittou is fully booked.
For diners who want to spend more and explore beyond ramen, Yakiniku Kosen (JPY 6,000–7,999) offers yakiniku in a different format, table seating, group-friendly, and a heavier meal overall. SPICE Cafe (JPY 6,000–7,999 dinner, JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch) skews fusion and has more seating flexibility, making it the better pick for groups or diners who want something outside the traditional ramen lane.
Menya Ittou is the choice for solo diners or pairs who want award-backed ramen at a reasonable price and don't mind booking ahead or waiting. If you need a table for 4+, or prefer a venue that takes credit cards, Sansar Koiwa ten (same price range, more seats, easier logistics) is the pragmatic alternative.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Menya Ittou?
First-timers should know the basics: Menya Ittou is a Tokyo ramen venue in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range, with daily hours of 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM. It is listed on Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025.
Is lunch or dinner better at Menya Ittou?
Both lunch and dinner are available. Menya Ittou is open daily from 11 AM–3 PM and 6–9 PM.
Is Menya Ittou worth the price?
The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. Whether it is worth it depends on your interest in visiting a Tokyo ramen venue with Tabelog 100 - Ramen - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Menya Ittou?
A tasting menu is not available. Information is limited to Tokyo location, ramen-category recognition, JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing, and daily hours.
