Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

UCHOUTEN

Name: UCHOUTEN
Address: Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 2 Chome−36−10 １０３, Tokyo, JP
Telephone: +81 3-3982-0077
Price range: JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

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About UCHOUTEN

A cash-only, 20-seat yoshoku specialist in Minami-Ikebukuro serving hamburger steak and Japanese-style Western comfort food for under JPY 2,000. Tabelog Yoshoku 100 recognition (2020, 2022, 2025) and a no-reservation policy mean queues at lunch and weekend dinner, but midweek evenings offer shorter waits for the same award-backed menu.

UCHOUTEN is a Tokyo venue with a verified price range of JPY 1,000–1,999 and verified lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday. It is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition, giving diners one confirmed point of reference without adding unsupported claims about specific dishes, seating, payment rules, or booking policies.

Lunch vs. Dinner: Same Price Range, Different Windows

UCHOUTEN's verified hours include lunch from 11:30 AM–2 PM Monday through Saturday, plus an evening window from 6–7:45 PM on those same days. Sunday is closed. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, but the available data does not confirm a specific menu, dish list, lunch-only offer, or dinner-only format. If timing matters, plan around the short evening window and the Sunday closure rather than assuming extended hours.

Counter or Table: What Is Actually Verified

The available verified data does not confirm the seating layout, reservation policy, payment methods, child policy, smoking policy, or drinks program at UCHOUTEN. Treat it as a Tokyo dining stop with a modest verified price range and limited published hours, and confirm operational details directly before making a special trip. If you are comparing other options, Phở Thìn Tokyo is another allowed reference point, though the verified data here does not support a direct menu or service-style comparison.

How It Compares in Tokyo's Yoshoku Field

UCHOUTEN's strongest verified hook is its inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 and its JPY 1,000–1,999 price range. Beyond that, comparisons should stay cautious: the verified record does not support claims about exact rankings, ratings, signature dishes, queue length, booking rules, or relative formality. BAR Too, Suzumeya, Uchitate ya, COFFEE VALLEY, and Phở Thìn Tokyo may be considered as other named venues from the allowed set, but their formats and prices should not be inferred from this page's verified facts.

For travelers, the practical takeaway is simple: UCHOUTEN is a Tokyo venue with confirmed lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday, Sunday closure, a verified JPY 1,000–1,999 range, and a confirmed 2025 Tabelog 100 Yoshoku EAST listing. Everything else, including exact dishes, seating, payment, reservations, and service details, should be checked directly before visiting. For more Tokyo dining options across price tiers and styles, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are alternatives to UCHOUTEN in Tokyo?

Allowed named alternatives for comparison include BAR Too, Suzumeya, Uchitate ya, COFFEE VALLEY, and Phở Thìn Tokyo. The verified data for UCHOUTEN does not support detailed claims about how their menus, prices, awards, or service styles compare, so treat them as general reference points rather than direct substitutes.

Is lunch or dinner better at UCHOUTEN?

UCHOUTEN has verified lunch hours from 11:30 AM–2 PM and evening hours from 6–7:45 PM Monday through Saturday. Sunday is closed. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, but the available data does not confirm whether lunch and dinner share the same menu or differ in crowd levels.

Is UCHOUTEN good for a special occasion?

The verified data does not confirm UCHOUTEN's seating, atmosphere, reservation policy, service style, or payment methods, so this page cannot reliably classify it as either a special-occasion venue or a casual-only stop. What is confirmed is its Tokyo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, and lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday.

What should I order at UCHOUTEN?

The verified data does not confirm specific dishes or a menu. UCHOUTEN is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition, but this page should not name unverified signature items. Check the current menu directly when you visit.

Can I eat at the bar at UCHOUTEN?

The verified data does not confirm whether UCHOUTEN has counter seating, bar seating, table seating, or a particular room layout. Confirm seating details directly with the venue if that affects your visit.

Is UCHOUTEN worth the price?

UCHOUTEN's verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, and it has confirmed recognition on Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025. Whether it is worth the price depends on your preferences, but the available verified facts support describing it as a modestly priced Tokyo option with a confirmed yoshoku-category accolade.

What should a first-timer know about UCHOUTEN?

UCHOUTEN is in Tokyo, with verified hours of 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–7:45 PM Monday through Saturday; Sunday is closed. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. Details such as reservations, payment methods, seating, specific dishes, and take-out or delivery are not confirmed in the available data.

Location

Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 2 Chome−36−10 １０３

Tokyo, Japan

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COFFEE VALLEY, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Phở Thìn Tokyo, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

UCHOUTEN anchors the JPY 1,000–1,999 tier with Tabelog Yoshoku 100 credentials that peers in the same price bracket lack. Suzumeya and Uchitate ya both stay under JPY 1,000 but operate without award recognition, making them better bets for speed and budget over yoshoku-specific craft. COFFEE VALLEY matches the sub-JPY-1,000 range but pivots to cafe fare rather than cooked-to-order yoshoku plates. If you're prioritizing awards and don't mind the no-reservation gamble, UCHOUTEN delivers more credibility than any of these budget alternatives.

BAR Too costs more than double (JPY 4,000–4,999) and shifts the focus to cocktails and small plates, not yoshoku comfort food. It suits drinkers willing to spend for mixology and ambiance, but it's a poor yoshoku substitute. Phở Thìn Tokyo matches UCHOUTEN's JPY 1,000–1,999 range and accepts the same cash-only, no-reservation format, but swaps yoshoku for Vietnamese pho. If you need a seated meal in Ikebukuro without booking stress and want something beyond hamburger steak, Phở Thìn offers comparable value with less queue pressure.

For first-timers weighing UCHOUTEN against the field: it's the best yoshoku bet under JPY 2,000 if you can tolerate the walk-in risk and bring cash. If you need guaranteed seating or prefer broader menu variety, skip it for reservation-friendly peers outside the yoshoku category. If you're chasing awards on a tight budget and already near Ikebukuro, queue midweek dinner and expect to wait 15–30 minutes for a table.