18 Popular Yakiniku Restaurants in Ikebukuro: A Thorough List Compiled By a Foodie!

Perfect Scores for Taste and Budget! 10 Popular All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku Restaurants in Ikebukuro

1. Seiko-en Ikebukuro East Exit Branch

With an ambient setting like an Eastern resort, you'll have little difficulty settling into the warm interior lighting, sleek black and white color scheme, and natural, wooden furnishings at Seiko-en. Located conveniently just a 2-minute walk from the West Exit of Ikebukuro Station, the restaurant is also known for being family-friendly and is frequented by families with younger children. The A5 grade Imari Wagyu beef highlights a lineup of luxury meats to excite even a yakiniku connoisseur, all within a reasonable budget.  

The all-you-can-eat plan at Seiko-en consists of a Standard Course (3,250 yen) that includes 50 different items, and a Premium Course (3,880 yen) that includes a total of 80 different choices. Additionally, children in elementary school eat at half price, and those younger eat free of charge, both of which contribute to the restaurant's family-friendly reputation.

2. Yakiniku Joan

Since its establishment 20 years ago, Yakiniku Joan has aged nicely as a restaurant endeared by both locals and tourists. The all-you-can-eat plan is popular for being both inexpensive and delicious, with a Simple Course that's offered at the exceptional price of 2,980 yen. Joan's natural beef is free of additives and preservatives for a quality of meat that's reflected in the flavor. 

 

Aside from dinner, Joan also offers an all-you-can-eat plan for lunch. The All-You-Can-Eat Lunchtime Plan (35 Dishes) has a bargain price of 1,980 yen. The restaurant is a favorite of students and businesspeople in the area. 

3. Niku no Machi

Niku no Machi is a restaurant located a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, where they offer a diverse selection of meats including kalbi, loin, horumon (offal), and jidori (local free-range chicken). The highly acclaimed location has received expansive coverage from many media outlets, and is frequented by many foreign guests, in addition to its local customer base.

The Reasonable All-You-Can-Eat offers a highly discounted price of 1,780 yen for a 1 hour 30 minute course. The course includes a la carte dishes like salads and kimchi as well. During lunch hours, they also have a lunchtime-only All-You-Can-Eat Lunch course for a paltry 1,000 yen!

4. Donchuya Ikebukuro East Exit Branch

Donchuya is a popular restaurant that serves exquisite Korean cuisine. In addition to popular yakiniku standards like kalbi (boneless short rib) and horumon, they also have many authentic Korean dishes like samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly), and cheese dak galbi (spicy stir-fried chicken).    

The popular Cheese Dak Galbi All-You-Can Course includes all-you-can drink for a 2-hour feast all at a very affordable price of 2,580 yen. The restaurant's mellow atmosphere is also spacious, ideal for when you have a larger party. There are even sofa seats for some leisurely dining that you might prefer during dates and gatherings.

5. Fufutei Ikebukuro East Exit Branch

As a restaurant under the same management as their meat supplier, Fufutei has priority access to the highest grade of meats and the freshest vegetables to go with them. Fufutei is also rife in its selection of desserts and a la carte dishes, and the restaurant can accommodate a variety of occasions including parties, small groups, or even a quick bite on the way home from work. The spacious, relaxed interior is one pivotal facet of its popularity.

The highly recommended all-you-can-eat course is a mere 2,480 yen, the contents of which are as delicious as they are filling. Additionally, there are a number of courses that can be tailored according to your budget. The total cost is still very affordable even if you choose to add the all-you-can-drink option, which should be a deciding factor for those who enjoy their alcohol.

6. Jonetsu Horumon Ikebukuro West Exit Branch

Jonetsu Horumon's popular novelty lies in the smoky, delicious flavor of horumon cooked on a shichirin (Japanese charcoal grill). The restaurant specialty is the Kurohoru (black horumon), an extravagant dish made with an especially lean quality cut of horumon that is dressed in a special sauce.

The affordably priced all-you-eat plan offers a selection centered on horumon for an extravagant feast at the extremely reasonable cost of 2,480 yen. The least expensive course includes a minimum of 88 different dishes, and the luxury course includes as many as 157 dishes to choose from! The restaurant is great for large groups and parties.

7. Chikaraya Ikebukuro Branch

Chikaraya is a popular, lively restaurant with a constant bustle of guests including families with young children and groups of women. The slow-going, relaxed atmosphere is great for casual occasions. Meats are grilled on a smokeless yogan-yaki (stone grill) roaster, which cooks meats while keeping them tender and juicy. The smell of the smoke is less likely to get on your clothing, so you won't have to worry about smelling like smoked meats after leaving the restaurant.    

The all-you-can-eat course requires a prior reservation to order, and courses are available in a price range between 2,900 - 4,380 yen. The exquisite selection of meats includes the extremely popular Grilled Wagyu Kalbi, the Salt-Grilled Gyutan (beef tongue), and an Assortment of Offal, all of which you'll have the luxury of having as many helpings as you like.

8. Toraji Ikebukuro West Exit Branch

Toraji has a reputation in Japan as a high-end yakiniku restaurant. They offer the convenience of a location situated just in front of Ikebukuro Station, but nestled away from the bustle of the high-traffic area. The luxurious atmosphere is apt for commemorating a special occasion like an anniversary or date.  

Toraji offers a cost-effective all-you-can-eat course that includes exclusive cuts like the Kuroge Wagyu beef and raw salted gyutan, both of which fetch a fair price if ordered a la carte. Why not consider visiting for the opportunity to try a savory slew of meats exclusive to Toraji?

9. Yakiniku Gyu-en

Yakiniku Gyu-en has received many customer reviews raving about the restaurant's budget prices for all-you-can-eat barbecue. The recommended choice here is the Reasonable Course (2,980 yen), which includes 2 hours of all-you-can-eat meats, as well as an all-you-can-drink.

This restaurant also offers all-you-can-eat barbecue during lunch hours. The Super Discount Lunch is a 60-minute all-you-can-eat course at the meager price of 1,580 yen! From yakiniku to stir-fried vegetables, the extravagant course is lauded for offering some serious bang for your buck.

10. Imochan

Imochan is just a 3-minute walk from the East Exit of Ikebukuro Station. The restaurant offers Korean barbecue dishes like samgyeopsal, and attracts many foreign visitors, including Korean natives. The prices in conjunction with the quality make Imochan very cost-effective, and the restaurant is regularly bustling with activity.

At Imochan, the recommended courses are the 2-hour all-you-eat course and the 2 hour 30 minute plan which includes an all-you-can-drink option. You'll also have the opportunity to try traditional Korean household dishes like samgyeopsal and tofu chigae (Korean stew). The welcoming atmosphere of the homely restaurant is perfect for some casual, leisurely dining. 

All-You-Can-Eat for Under 3,000 Yen! 4 Budget-Friendly Yakiniku Restaurants in Ikebukuro

1. Gyudo Ikebukuro Main Branch

Gyudo is a yakiniku restaurant located a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of Ikebukuro Station. Gyudo is known for its simple, fundamental seasonings like the shio-aji (salt) and the negidare (sauce with scallions), which emphasize the intrinsic quality of the cuts of meat. The unostentatious, warm interior makes it easy to step in casually and enjoy your meal in comfort, even when eating alone. 

Here, the popular choice is the Beef Rib Manpuku Course (1,980 yen), which is exclusively offered between Monday and Friday. Though astonishingly inexpensive, the all-you-can-eat course includes a selection of 35 different items to choose from. The satiating course includes the specialty Samgyeopsal Served in a Pot.  

2. Anan Ikebukuro West Exit Branch

Anan is well-known for extremely inexpensive all-you-can-eat yakiniku. From the Manpuku Course (1,759 yen) to the Anan Course (2,593 yen), many of the course options will allow you to eat meat to your heart's content for under 3,000 yen.

Anan offers the robust, smoky flavor of charcoal grilled yakiniku, and the fresh meats come from a supplier run by the same company, so you'll be having the best quality cuts from the source. Prices are very budget-friendly while sustaining the highest standard of quality, and the restaurant is popular among students, businesspeople, and families alike.   

3. Sumiyaki Doraku Ikebukuro Branch

Sumiyaki Doraku is known for their impressive volume relative to their prices. The restaurant permits strollers and also offers a kid's menu, and generally goes to extra lengths to accommodate families with young children. The relaxed feel of the restaurant is suitable for casual occasions. 

The Luxurious and Satisfying Yakiniku Course starts as low as 2,980 yen. The course also includes Kuroge Wagyu beef, which is quite a steal at this price range. They even offer a Student Plan where those still attending school eat at a discounted price.

4. Buffet Kuikui Ikebukuro Branch

Buffet Kuikui is a 3-minute stroll from Ikebukuro Station, and regularly draws crowds for all-you-can-eat yakiniku at 2,592 yen a person. The buffet-style format circumvents the need to wait for a server to bring plates, allowing you to take however much you like of your favorite dishes. Additionally, Kuikui also has student and senior discounts, both of which contribute to the restaurant's widespread acclaim from diverse age groups of hungry guests.

The lunch buffet, available between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, is the recommended choice at Kuikui. In addition to the standard yakiniku, it includes some Chinese dishes like shumai dumplings and mapo tofu. The 1,728 yen price tag comes with an all-you-can-drink soft drinks option as well.

4 Stylish Yakiniku Restaurants with the Perfect Atmosphere for a Special Occasion

1. Yaeichi Ikebukuro West Exit Branch

Yaeichi is a recently opened restaurant built around the concept of a wine buffet to go along with all-you-can-eat yakiniku. The interior has been designed in the likeness of a lodge, and the outdoorsy atmosphere works well for having a fun, lively gathering. The restaurant has an ambience suitable for a commemorative occasion.

The Standard Affordable All-You-Can-Eat Course is a highly recommended choice which includes all 55 menu items. The 1 hour 30 minute plan is a reasonable 2,700 yen, and includes various meats, sausages, and even seasonal vegetables. You also can't forget the selection of drinks at the wine buffet that go perfectly with the varied meats.

2. Pure

Pure is known for its refined atmosphere of tasteful furniture, intricate decor, and deliberate interior lighting to create a lavish ambience. The restaurant is run by the food supplier JA Zennoh Foods, allowing the restaurant to cut costs for guests on luxury meats like domestic Kuroge Wagyu beef.

The Wagyu Beef All-You-Can-Eat Course (4,500 yen) is highly recommended, allowing you to take your pick of some extravagant domestic high-grade cuts of beef like the akami (lean beef) and gyutan. 1,000 yen discounts are available for children in elementary school and for seniors over 65, so you can enjoy some sumptuous meats with the entire family.

3. Hanteji-ya Ikebukuro Sunshine City Branch

Hanteji-ya is a popular Korean restaurant in Ikebukuro's Sunshine City where you'll find traditional standards of Korean barbecue like the samgyeopsal and cheese dakgalbi (Korean stir-fried spicy chicken). The restaurant replicates the atmosphere of a Korean food stall for an authentic setting that complements the food.

Here, the All-You-Can-Eat Samgyeopsal Course is especially recommended. At 3,500 yen, the course includes a 2 hour all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink. The addition of a healthy selection of vegetables makes for a very well-rounded meal.

4. 300B ONE Ikebukuro West Exit Main Branch

300B ONE is a stylish, unique restaurant that's great for special occasions, especially considering how it's frequently been used as the venue for numerous wedding after-parties. The interior is colored in exotic hues, and the change in scenery is like a vacation experience in a foreign country. The selection of dishes isn't limited to meats, and you'll have the luxury of choosing from a wide repertoire of dishes, including Mediterranean cuisine.  

One of the recommended courses available at 300B ONE is the 2-Hour Premium Steak, Original Dishes, and Desserts All-You-Can-Eat Course. Beginning with the juicy, tenderness of 300B One's specialty ribeye steak, you'll have your pick of an attractive assortment of dishes including curry, pizza, and various desserts.

Eat to Your Heart's Content with Budget-Friendly All-You-Can-Eat Barbecue in Ikebukuro

When you're feeling a hankering for exquisite, lean cuts of meats in volume without the hefty price tag, all-you-can-eat yakiniku is undoubtedly the way to go. Ikebukuro has plenty to see and do during the course of the day, and after an active day of walking, there's no better way to cap off the day than with a hearty meal and the freedom of eating as much as you like. Many restaurants mix things up with a variety of different foods and flavors - all a welcome sight for the empty stomach. Many have also taken special care in the interior design to ensure that it's not just the food, but the entire experience that's wholly satisfying, so be sure to check these yakiniku spots out while you're in the area!

 

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