Family Eats

Pintokona (ぴんとこな) kaiten sushi or conveyor belt sushi, offers delicious sushi in a family-friendly, non-smoking environment. Located in Roppongi Hills this is a great spot to grab lunch or dinner after a day of shopping, a visit to the Mori Art Museum, a movie at Toho Cinemas Roppongi Hills or a …

When my out of town friends with elementary and teenage eater ask me for Tokyo sushi recommendations, I always recommend Genki Sushi in Shibuya. Why? Simple it is decent quality, great entertainment, and super value. We all love being able to order just what we want, plus the fun of …

Here are more than 23+ great Tokyo breakfast brunch spots. Looking for a good spot for Tokyo breakfast or brunch on the weekend?  I love breakfast! I am a very earlier riser, so breakfast is my main meal of the day.  There are many other Tokyo Breakfast Brunch spots, but …

I had a sudden urge for Mexican and tried lunch at Hacienda Del Cielo (アシエンダ デル シエロ) in Daikanyama. The place is lively and beautifully put together. Lofty ceilings with floor to ceiling windows, lounge-like seating, and a beautiful and spacious rooftop terrace with views of Tokyo. The perfect atmosphere …

Grill Burger Club Sasa in Daikanyama is popular with the local hipster crowd. They serve 100% wagyu beef burgers in whole wheat buns, soups, salads, sandwiches and hot dogs. Burgers come in S/M/L (80g, 100g and 125g respectively) and a kids lunch set is available.   This was one of my favorite places to eat …

Pizza Slice (ピザ スライス) serves two rarities in Tokyo – authentic New York Style Pizza, and pizza sold by the slice. Located on the cozy backstreets of Sarugakuchou, and Omotesando, this lofty, white tiled venue furnished with long wood open style tables, and smaller tables for more private seating, serves a …

Asador del Prado is a family and pet friendly Grill and Cafe in Nakameguro. They offer special lunch sets during the week that include a salad, soup and drink buffet. They have free wifi and covered terrace seating located just behind the Meguro Ginza Playground. We went for an early …

Urth Caffe, one of LA`s popular cafes, opened a new store in Daikanyama on April 24th, 2013. Known for their exclusively organic coffees, fine teas & desserts, they also offer American-style breakfast dishes, sandwiches, salads, pizzas, soups, entres, smoothies, bubble teas, spirits and more! If you are looking for a good breakfast …

We Are The Farm ORGANIC RESTAURANT in Ebisu is known for their farm-to-table concept, delivering fresh, locally produced food from an organic farm in Sakura City, Chiba to their restaurants in Yoyogi, Azabu Juban, Shibuya, Akasaka, Shin Yurigaoka, and Meguro. Their seasonal, organic vegetables are picked fresh in the morning …

*** JULY 2018 UPDATE: XEX CLOSED for BUILDING RECONSTRUCTION *** Located on the rooftop of the popular baby and kids` product mall, La Fuente, XEX Daikanyama (ゼックス 代官山) offers a unique international dining experience. Enjoy Italian dining at Salvatore Cuomo Bros, fresh sushi at Aburiyaki & Sushi An, and cocktails at their New York …

Eating outside at Commune 2nd, Aoyama is fun for families with dogs!  Our family of seven has very different food cravings so having a choice of 15+ food and beverage stalls is perfect. From steak to salads, mojitos to lemonade, you can satisfy many cravings. Super bonus is that doggies can …

If you are craving roasted chicken for lunch or dinner Alze rotisserie chicken in Minami-Azabu or Roppongi, Tokyo is delicious and convenient. I can close my eyes now and remember the delicious smell!  Jiji (83), Baby (3) and I had a relaxing lunch that suited everyone’s palates. Alze offers various …

Le Parc in Ebisu is the closest to authentic Hong-Kong style Chinese cuisine I found in Tokyo. With its French-influenced name and decor, Le Parc has all the trappings of a French bistro, but it’s one of the best places for dim sum in the city. It`s located between Ebisu and …

What kids does not love noodles? Especially the big, fat, warm noodles at Udon Buzen in Azabu Juban. As the temps are dropping a warm bowl of noodles accompanied with tempura hits just the right spot. Udon Buzen, Azabu Juban – Great Tokyo Kids Noodle Lunch Spot Udon Buzen has …

Shabu Shabu “Let Us” is an all-you-can-eat, “create your own” style shabu shabu dining experience. Instead of sharing a pot of shabu shabu with a group they offer a one pot per person experience. The restaurant offers 8 different kinds of stock with seasonal vegetables direct from farms in Japan. …

If you are visiting Ueno Park to see the National Museum, National Museum of Nature and Science or the Zoo, make a reservation for lunch or early dinner at Innsyoutei, Japan Tractional Restaurant (韻松亭). A delicious and beautiful restaurant which is also child-friendly. Innsyoutei, Japanese Traditional Restaurant Innsyoutei, open since 1875, …

*** 2019: Burger Factory  *** Sun 2 Diner closed it`s doors December 2018 and was replaced with Burger Factory – same owner, new store. Sun 2 Diner became a food truck. Details TBD. Check their website for updates. Sun 2 Diner (サントゥーダイナー) is a great family-friendly dining spot in Nakameguro. …

Chano-ma in Daikanyama (also known as chano-mama) is designed like a contemporary Japanese living room themed on the colour white, with large windows on one side of the café. It`s popular spot for for new moms and little babies. The home-style cooking centred menu offers pastas, curries, rice dishes and desserts. …

To the Herbs ( トゥ・ザ・ハーブス) Pizza & Pasta Restaurant is a popular family-friendly Italian restaurant chain with twenty locations in Japan, eleven in Tokyo. We stopped in their Gaienmae location for an early dinner. To the Herbs Gaienmae has a lovely and warmly lit interior with a view of the open kitchen. …

Bimi Yamucha (美味飲茶酒楼) in Daikanyama is one of our families favourite baby friendly Chinese Cantonese restaurants in Tokyo. The interior is upscale with a relaxing atmosphere. Child-friendly and a nice place to satisfy your Chinese Food cravings. There is bench, table & private room seating available. Their main menu is in English …

Chano-ma in Nakameguro was the first restaurant styled like a “living room” to open in Tokyo in 2001. The white interior with raised, platform seating made patrons feel comfortable enough to take off their shoes and enjoy their Japanese home-style meal. It was so popular they opened another Chano-ma in …

Kiwi Kitchen Gourmet Cafe & Catering is one of those places in Tokyo that you just trust and rely. Not only do they offer healthy home recipes in their cute indoor/outdoor cafe, they also have a great play space for babies and toddlers, takeout, catering and a party rental room.  The …

Zauo fishing restaurant is definitely one to put on your bucket list. Catch your food, tell them how you want it prepared then eat! It`s a spot the entire family will enjoy. We had an early dinner with friends at the Meguro location. We walked in and saw a long fish pool with elementary school aged kids …

Shake Shack is a New York City based American restaurant chain that uses all-natural 100% angus beef completely free of hormones and antibiotics. They pride themselves on sourcing incredible ingredients from like-minded farmers, bakers and food purveyors. “Our burgers are made with 100% all-natural, antibiotic-free Angus beef burgers (no added hormones). Our …

Toms Sandwich is a family-owned and operated sandwich shop that has been around for over 40 years (since June 28, 1973). Located in the Hillside Terrace, kitty-corner from Daikanyama T-site, it`s a cozy place with an open kitchen, a large glass window view of nature and picnic bench-like seating. It offers …