Spice Bar Nekoroku
Sumida, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 16-seat spice bar in Higashimukojima with Tabelog 100 awards (Asian & Ethnic 2022–2024, Curry 2017–2018). Dinner runs ¥4,000–¥4,999, reservations are easy, and the format is casual counter-and-table service with a wine and beer list. Good for first-timers seeking solid spice work without the booking drama of Tokyo's marquee spots.
About Spice Bar Nekoroku
Spice Bar Nekoroku is a casual venue in Tokyo with price ranges of ¥4,000–¥4,999 and ¥1,000–¥1,999. Its recognition includes Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024.
The key takeaways are straightforward: the venue is in Tokyo, the dress code is casual, and the listed budget sits in approachable territory for the city. The Tabelog 100 recognition also gives diners a reason to take the listing seriously.
Booking and Timing
If you plan to visit Spice Bar Nekoroku, confirm opening hours, closing days, booking procedures, and walk-in availability directly before going, especially because Tokyo venues can vary widely in how they handle seats, last orders, and availability.
What You're Paying For
The price bands are ¥4,000–¥4,999 and ¥1,000–¥1,999, with a casual dress code. That positions Spice Bar Nekoroku as a relatively accessible Tokyo option compared with higher-budget dining, while its Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024 recognition gives it a point of distinction.
Reservations: Confirm directly with the venue. Dress: Casual. Budget: ¥4,000–¥4,999 and ¥1,000–¥1,999. Payment: Confirm directly with the venue. Private hire: Confirm directly with the venue. Location: Tokyo.
If you are comparing casual options in Tokyo, Spice Bar Nekoroku stands out for its casual dress, accessible listed price bands, and 2024 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Asian / ethnic cuisine category. For more dining options across the city, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都墨田区東向島2-14-2
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1312/A131203/13167391
- Phone
- +81366572286
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, stylish hideout with counter seating and a relaxed, intimate bar atmosphere suited to casual drinking and spice-driven meals.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Craft beer
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2014
Signature Dishes
- curry
- three-item appetizer platter
- achar tofu
- oil-packed snacks
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都墨田区東向島2-14-2
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sobakappo Nagano, Soba, ¥¥
- Kototoi Dango, - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Chomeiji Sakura Mochi, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Jiman Kusamochi, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Uwo Toku, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
Restaurant context
At ¥4,000–¥4,999 for dinner, this venue sits at the accessible end of Tokyo's Tabelog 100 spectrum. Uwo Toku, also in the district, charges ¥15,000–¥19,999 for a seafood-focused kaiseki experience with more formal staging and longer prep, worth it if you want traditional precision, but overkill if you're after bold spice and a lower bill. Sobakappo Nagano offers soba at a similar ¥¥ price tier, but the format is quieter and more restrained; go there for subtlety, here for heat.
Booking difficulty favors this spot: reservations are recommended but not a multi-week ordeal, and walk-ins are possible most nights. Kototoi Dango, Chomeiji Sakura Mochi, and Jiman Kusamochi (all under ¥999) handle the neighborhood's traditional sweets trade, but none offer the same depth of savory cooking or counter service. If you want credentials without the premium, this is the clear pick in the area.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Spice Bar Nekoroku?
Casual dress is listed for Spice Bar Nekoroku. There is no need to plan for a formal dress code.
What are alternatives to Spice Bar Nekoroku?
For other dining options, compare Spice Bar Nekoroku with comparable venue listings such as Sobakappo Nagano, Uwo Toku, Kototoi Dango, Chomeiji Sakura Mochi, and Jiman Kusamochi.
Is Spice Bar Nekoroku good for a special occasion?
Spice Bar Nekoroku is casual, so it may suit diners who prefer a relaxed Tokyo setting.
Is Spice Bar Nekoroku worth the price?
The price bands are ¥4,000–¥4,999 and ¥1,000–¥1,999, and the venue has Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024 recognition. Whether it is worth it depends on what you want from the visit, but those are useful points for evaluating value.
