Recommended Lunch Spots around Shibuya 3-Chome (and Some Weird Ones)

Shibuya 3-Chome, located on the south side of Shibuya Station, is a convenient area that's not too crowded but still has a lively atmosphere. The area is undergoing rapid redevelopment, and its future looks promising.

I've explored the restaurants around Shibuya 3-Chome (including the surrounding Sakura-koji area) over the past two years and will introduce some recommended lunch spots without categorizing them by genre.

Nakajima [Chinese]

The King of Chinese Restaurants

This restaurant is often recommended as one of the best in Shibuya 3-Chome. Although it looks like a small, ordinary Chinese restaurant, the food is surprisingly delicious. The staff's skills are also top-notch, making for a satisfying dining experience. However, be prepared for a long wait, as the restaurant is small and always crowded.

• Taste: Very good
• Availability: Often crowded
• Price: Average

Shichibei [Ramen]

A Healthy Soup that Will Kill You

This ramen shop offers a unique spring onion soup with three types of toppings and adjustable spiciness. The soup is so spicy that it's like a challenge to finish it. The shop's atmosphere is also unique, with a strict rule against using smartphones inside.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Often crowded
• Price: Affordable

Curry House Chirichiri [Curry]

A Weird Curry Shop

This curry shop has a unique atmosphere, with a strict rule against using smartphones inside. The curry is also surprisingly good, with a mysterious effect that makes you sweat. The shop's owners are a married couple who often argue in front of customers, adding to the shop's weirdness.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Sometimes crowded
• Price: Average

Hanasaki Kajisan [Hot Pot]

A Hot Pot Shop with a Unique System

This hot pot shop offers a unique system where you can choose two dishes from 30 options. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with free coffee and juice. However, be aware that the shop will close in August 2018 due to the redevelopment of the area.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Average

Ajiyoshi [Ramen]

A Ramen Shop with a Unique Flavor

This ramen shop offers a unique flavor with a focus on pork bones. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique layout that makes you feel like you're in a RPG. The ramen is also relatively affordable.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Affordable

Shibuya Sanji [Japanese]

A High-Class Sushi Restaurant

This sushi restaurant offers high-quality sushi at a relatively affordable price. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique system where you can choose two dishes from 30 options.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: High

Turtles [Hamburger]

A Unique Hamburger Shop

This hamburger shop has a unique atmosphere, with a retro-style interior and a unique menu. The shop's owner is also a unique character who will make you feel like you're in a foreign country.

• Taste: Average
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Affordable

Pizza Slice [Pizza]

A New York-Style Pizza Shop

This pizza shop offers a unique New York-style pizza with a crispy crust and a variety of toppings. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Average

MAD BURGER Shibuya [Hamburger]

A High-Class Hamburger Shop

This hamburger shop offers high-quality hamburgers with a focus on using high-quality ingredients. The shop's atmosphere is also unique, with a retro-style interior and a unique menu.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Sometimes crowded
• Price: High

Kitchin Tachikichi [Chinese]

A Chinese Restaurant with a Unique Menu

This Chinese restaurant offers a unique menu with a focus on dumplings and noodles. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Average
• Availability: Often crowded
• Price: Average

Tenka Sushi [Sushi]

A Conveyor Belt Sushi Shop

This conveyor belt sushi shop offers a unique system where you can choose from a variety of sushi dishes at a relatively affordable price. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Average
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Affordable

Tofuya Ukai [Tofu]

A Tofu Restaurant with a Unique Menu

This tofu restaurant offers a unique menu with a focus on tofu and vegetables. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Average

Cona [Pizza]

A Healthy Pizza Shop

This pizza shop offers a unique menu with a focus on healthy ingredients. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Average
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Affordable

Hanoi no Hoisan [Vietnamese]

A Vietnamese Restaurant with a Unique Menu

This Vietnamese restaurant offers a unique menu with a focus on pho and spring rolls. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Average
• Availability: Sometimes crowded
• Price: Average

Nihonryori Aokaki [Japanese]

A Japanese Restaurant with a Unique Menu

This Japanese restaurant offers a unique menu with a focus on traditional Japanese dishes. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Relatively empty
• Price: Average

Tenkoku [Chinese]

A Chinese Restaurant with a Unique Menu

This Chinese restaurant offers a unique menu with a focus on Sichuan cuisine. The shop's atmosphere is also cozy, with a unique interior design.

• Taste: Good
• Availability: Sometimes crowded
• Price: Average

Conclusion

Shibuya has many restaurants, and there are still many hidden gems waiting to be discovered. I hope you find your favorite restaurant in Shibuya 3-Chome.