UCHOUTEN
Toshima, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$10–20per person
Why go
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.
About UCHOUTEN
UCHOUTEN is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999 and lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday. It is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Lunch vs. Dinner: Same Price Range, Different Windows
UCHOUTEN's 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 price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. It is not known if there is 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 Details
Information on the seating layout, reservation policy, payment methods, child policy, smoking policy, or drinks program at UCHOUTEN is not available. It is a Tokyo dining stop with a modest price range and limited published hours. If you are comparing other options, Phở Thìn Tokyo is another allowed reference point; however, a direct menu or service-style comparison is not available.
How It Compares in Tokyo's Yoshoku Field
UCHOUTEN's strongest feature is its inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 and its JPY 1,000–1,999 price range. Beyond that, comparisons should stay cautious: exact rankings, ratings, signature dishes, queue length, booking rules, or relative formality are not specified. 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 are not provided.
For travelers, the practical takeaway is simple: UCHOUTEN is a Tokyo venue with lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday, Sunday closure, a JPY 1,000–1,999 range, and a 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.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 2 Chome−36−10 １０３
- Website
- instagram.com/youshokuuchouten
- Phone
- +81 3-3982-0077
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, no-frills yoshoku eatery with around 20 seats, simple decor and warm, bustling atmosphere where guests sit close together and focus on hearty plates of hamburger steak, menchi katsu and croquettes.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Soft drinks, Beer
Signature Dishes
- Wagyu hamburger steak
- Mini menchi katsu (minced meat cutlet)
- Crab cream croquette
- Hamburg Napolitan set
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 2 Chome−36−10 １０３
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 2 Chome−36−10 １０３ · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- BAR Too, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
- Suzumeya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Uchitate ya, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- 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
Restaurant context
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.
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FAQ
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. Detailed claims about how their menus, prices, awards, or service styles compare are not available, so treat them as general reference points rather than direct substitutes.
Is lunch or dinner better at UCHOUTEN?
UCHOUTEN has lunch hours from 11:30 AM–2 PM and evening hours from 6–7:45 PM Monday through Saturday. Sunday is closed. The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. It is not known whether lunch and dinner share the same menu or differ in crowd levels.
Is UCHOUTEN good for a special occasion?
Information on UCHOUTEN's seating, atmosphere, reservation policy, service style, or payment methods is not available, so it cannot be reliably classified as either a special-occasion venue or a casual-only stop. It is a Tokyo location with a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range and lunch and evening hours Monday through Saturday.
What should I order at UCHOUTEN?
Specific dishes or a menu are not available. UCHOUTEN is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Can I eat at the bar at UCHOUTEN?
It is not known 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 price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, and it has recognition on Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025. Whether it is worth the price depends on your preferences, but it is a modestly priced Tokyo option with a yoshoku-category accolade.
What should a first-timer know about UCHOUTEN?
UCHOUTEN is in Tokyo, with hours of 11:30 AM–2 PM and 6–7:45 PM Monday through Saturday; Sunday is closed. The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999.
