Cheap eats Tokyo
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It is generally cheap to dine in Tokyo. Especially during lunch time where most restaurants will offer a lunch set that comes with a drink for less than ¥1,000 or $7. Here is a list of some of my must-not-miss recommendations!
Seafood

Unatoto Nakano
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A must not miss. ¥590 for a bowl of rice with unagi?? Make it two slices of unagi for only an extra ¥480! I highly recommend this as the unagi is great quality for the price. They also offer free unlimited cold tea, and free WiFi! Go here and I promise you wont regret it.
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Sushi Zanmai Shinjuku Higashiguchi
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€10 for sashimi bowl or 12 pieces of sushi?! This place surprised me. The quality you get for the price…would definitely go back. Quick and cheap!
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Onigiri Asakusa Yadoroku
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Michel Star under ¥1,500. Rice ball stuffed with various seafoods wrapped in seaweed.
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Shimokitazawa Takoyaki Kenkyujo
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$ Only open on weekends, if you are in the area you must not miss this!! 10 piece takoyaki for $4. And the best I’ve ever had.
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Hamazushi Takadanobaba Branch
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Kaneko Hannosuke - Nihonbashi Main Shop
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Noodles

Soba House Konjiki-Hototogisu
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$ Michelin star ramen. The best ramen in Tokyo, that is if you can get a seat. Numbered tickets are required to dine here, which will be distributed from 9.30am for lunch and 5.30pm for dinner. But it’s so worth the ¥1,100!
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Menchirashi
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Must not miss Udon!! I added this as it is in this area though you there will be more food options in Shibuya area.
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Iruca Tokyo Roppongi
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Benten
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Udon Shin
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International

Manakamana
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Blue Papaya
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Lunch set menu for ¥1,000 unlimited cold tea, soup and salad included! This is my favorite Thai restaurant in Tokyo!
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Greek Taverna Milieu
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So authentic you’ll feel like you’re in Greece again. The chef is Greek and he makes the most fantastic dishes. You will not go wrong with this place!
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Ebisu Banh Mi Bakery
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PIZZA SLICE
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Chao Chao bamboo
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Ghifu-ya
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Snack/Dessert

Taiyaki Hiiragi
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Asakusa Soratsuki
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Fruits Parlor Gotō
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Usagiya
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Just a girl wanting to share my favorite places for food, drinks and adventure 😊
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