Tokyo Food Page Listings - Buffet Restaurants

Mo Mo Paradise (Ikebukuro - Shabu-shabu). 5950-4129

All-you-can-eat shabu-shabu and sukiyaki specials for Y1500 (90-minute limit), Y1000 at lunchtime.[feedback]

Minami-Ikebukuro 1-21-2, Humax Pavilion 8F. Open 11:30am-3, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Fan (Shinjuku - Misc. Southeast Asian). 3341-6820

Inexpensive and spicy Asian-styled dishes in a lively, student-dominated atmosphere. The Asian buffet lunch is Y950; filling dinners start at Y2300, with a la carte items from Y400.[feedback]

Shinjuku 3-34-1, B1F. Open 11:30-2, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Kushiya Monogatari (Nishi-Shinjuku - Kushiage). 5321-6166

Straight from Osaka, this popular national chain offers all-you-can-eat kushi-age - deep-fried grilled fish, meat and vegetables on skewers. Every table is furnished with its own deep-fryer, so you choose what you like from the refrigerated cabinets and then cook it up for yourself. Y2500 covers two hours of deep-fry fun; all-you-can-drink beer and cocktail deals are also available. Lunch served on weekends.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 1-3-1, Sunflower Bldg 5F. Open 4-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Sizzler (Nishi-Shinjuku - American). 3342-5814

Still one of Tokyo's best salad bars, with plenty of options for vegetarians.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 2-1-1, Mitsui Bldg. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

New York Grill (Nishi-Shinjuku - International). 5323-3458

The cuisine here is modern American, a bit more European-influenced rather than purely Pacific Rim. For Y5,800 the spectacular Sunday/holiday brunch includes a glass of champagne, your choice of main dish, plus selections from the appetizer and dessert buffet. The Y4,200 weekday lunch is similar, but without the champagne.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 3-7-1-2, Park Hyatt Tokyo 52F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Spice Heaven (Nishi-Shinjuku - Indian). 5322-4571

There's a curry buffet at lunchtime with several different selections.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 3-7-15, Shinjuku Park Tower B1F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Crayon House (Omotesando - Japanese/health food). 3406-6409

The basement of Crayon House has an organic vegetable shop and two separate natural-food restaurants: "Hiroba", serving Japanese food, and "Home", with French cuisine. "Hiroba" offers an interesting buffet lunch for Y1,200.[feedback]

Kita-Aoyama 3-8-15. (walk down Omotesando towards Harajuku, turn left at the Hanae Mori Building and walk one block) Open 11am-9pm (LO) daily.

Barbacoa Grill (Omotesando - Brazilian). 3796-0571

Brazilian-style all-you-can-eat churrasco grilled beef and other meats; dinner is Y4000, weekday lunch Y2480.[feedback]

Jingumae 4-3-24 B1F. Open 11:30am-3pm, 5:30-11pm (LO 10) daily.

Kinka Hanten (Gaienmae - Dim sum). 3479-4967

A wide selection of freshly made dim sum is available all day long; there's also a big a la carte menu plus assorted dinners and all-you-can-eat specials. The room won't win any interior decorating awards, but the cooking is solid, the service pleasant and professional.[feedback]

Minami-Aoyama 3-1-30, Sumitomo Seimei Bldg., B1F. Open 11am-10pm daily.

Dessert Okoku (Shibuya - Cafe). 5457-7755

All the cake you can eat! The dessert buffet is Y1480, with a 90-minute time limit.[feedback]

Jinnan 1-17-5, Mulberry 1F. Open 11am-8:30pm (LO) daily.

Tucano's (Shibuya - Brazilian). 5784-2661

A huge, festive dining room serving all-you-can-eat grilled churrasco beef, pork and chicken, plus a salad buffet, for Y4000 (Y2900 at lunchtime). [feedback]

Dogenzaka 2-23-12, Shibuya Fhontis Bldg B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-11pm (LO) daily.

Terrace (Westin Hotel) (Ebisu - International). 5423-7778

Brunch served Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, noon-3pm. Y3300 per person.[feedback]

Meguro-ku, Mita 1-4-1, Westin Hotel 1F. Open 6:30am-11:30pm daily.

Kumbira (Ebisu - Nepalese). 3719-6115

Nepalese and Tibetan curries, noodles and Tandoori-style dishes. The restaurant is tucked into a back alley a few blocks from Ebisu station, and is divided into several small, cozy rooms spread out over several levels. At lunchtime there's an all-you-can eat buffet for Y1,200.[feedback]

Ebisu-Minami 1-9-11. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10:30pm (LO) daily.

French Kitchen (Roppongi - French). 4333-8888

This flagship restaurant of the Grand Hyatt bills itself as a French brasserie, with a very spacious setting and a dramatic open kitchen. Their all-day service includes breakfast and a popular brunch on weekends. The Y2200 weekday lunch buffet is also worth checking out.[feedback]

Roppongi Hills, Grand Hyatt 2F. Open 7am-11pm daily.

Stockholm (Akasaka - Swedish). 3509-1677

Pickled herring and much more - their awe-inspiring smorgasbord is a real adventure in dining, so come with a hearty appetite. They also have an impressive selection of eight distinctive aquavits. Lunch 3,000, dinner Y6,500; there's also an a la carte menu. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Nagatacho 2-14-3, Akasaka Tokyu Plaza 1F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5-11pm (LO 9:30-10) daily.

Hina (Ginza 2-chome) (Ginza - Sushi). 3562-0351

All-you-can-eat sushi for Y4,300; sushi plus sashimi platter Y4,800. Lunch starts at Y950.[feedback]

Ginza 2-6-5, 2F. (two doors to the right of Meijiya) Open 11:30am-2:30, 5-11pm daily.

Siam, The (Ginza - Thai). 3572-4101

Thai. The luncheon buffet is very reasonably priced, but come early for the best selection.[feedback]

Ginza 5-8-17, World Town Bldg 8F. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-9:30pm(LO) daily.

Raj Mahal (Ginza - Indian). 5568-8080

The weekend buffet lunch is recommended.[feedback]

Ginza 8-8-5, Taiyo Bldg. 4F. Open 11:30am-11pm daily.

Mango Tree (Marunouchi - Thai). 5224-5489

A rarity in Tokyo - a fancy, upmarket Thai restaurant with a skyscraper view. The buffet lunch is Y2500.[feedback]

Marunouchi 2-4-1, Marunouchi Bldg. 35F. Open 11am-3, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Sizzler (Suidobashi - American). 5840-7331

The impressive salad bar is the main draw here.[feedback]

Koraku 1-3-61, Tokyo Dome Hotel 2F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Daichi no Okurimono (Ueno - Japanese). 3836-2640

The sprawling, mostly Japanese "natural foods" buffet here is Y3600 at dinnertime and Y1800 at lunch, with cheaper prices for kids. They also have an all-you-can-drink plan that includes draft beer, shochu sours and over 100 kinds of plum wine.[feedback]

Ueno 1-20-11, Suzunoya Bldg 4F. Open 11am-4, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Erawan (Harumi - Thai). 5144-8251

Buffet lunch is Y1000 per person.[feedback]

Harumi 1-8-16, Triton Square 3F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Barbacoa Steakhouse (Daiba - Steak house). 3599-4071

The "terrace grill" serves up all-you-can-eat grilled chicken, pork, sausages and beef steak, plus side dishes, for Y2500 (with a 90-minute limit). They also offer an open beer bar for Y2100 (also 90 minutes). You can also order Australian and Japanese steaks a la carte.[feedback]

Daiba 1-7-1, Mediage 5F. Open 11am-2, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.

Sizzler (Daiba - American). 3599-4534

The all-you-can-eat salad bar is surprisingly varied, and still one of the better ones in town.[feedback]

Daiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 5F. Open 11:30am-10pm daily.

Kushiya Monogatari (Kichijoji - Kushiage). 0422-28-7735

Good, all-you-can-eat kushiage from this very popular Osaka-based chain. Pick your own skewers of fish, meat and vegetables from the counter and deep-fry them yourself at your table. Y2500 for two hours. There are also inexpensive all-you-can-drink plans to go with your meal.[feedback]

Kichijoji Honcho 1-11-30, Daiya Palace Kichijoji 2F. Open 4-11pm daily.

Shamaim (Ekoda - Israeli). 3948-5333

An Israeli restaurant and pub, one minute from Ekoda south exit. They serve falafel, humus, salads, stuffed pastries and soups, plus shish kebab and one or two other meat dishes. 50 seats; reservations recommended. The all-you-can-eat special is Y2,000. Open noon-midnight Saturdays and Sundays. [feedback]

Sakaecho 4-11, Art Bldg 2F. Open 5-11pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

Mo Mo Paradise (Jiyugaoka - Shabu-shabu). 5701-4129

That's "mo mo" as in the sound a cow makes. All-you-can-eat shabu-shabu and sukiyaki specials for Y1500 (90-minute limit), Y1000 at lunchtime. There's also an all-you-can-eat-and-drink deal for Y3500.[feedback]

Jiyugaoka 2-12-17, Jiyugaoka Sports Plaza B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Sizzler (Yokohama Minato-mirai - American). 045-222-5316

One of the best (well, one of the only) salad bars in the neighborhood.[feedback]

Minato-mirai 2-2-1-2, Landmark Plaza 3F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Scandia (Yokohama Nihon-Odori - Danish). 045-201-2262

This well-regarded Danish restaurant has been here since the 1960s, and they serve a good assortment of marinated herring and other seafood dishes, steak tartar and other Scandinavian specialties. Dinner and drinks run around Y8000 per person, or you can go all out and try the all-you-can-eat smorgasbord for Y9000 per person. No lunch on Sundays.[feedback]

Kaigandori 1-1, Yokohama Boeki Kyokai Bldg 2F. Open 11am-11pm (LO) daily.