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Ikebukuro, along with Shinjuku and Shibuya, is one of Tokyo’s busiest downtown areas. The Ikebukuro area draws a wide range of people, from locals to tourists, so it is also home to many varied gourmet spots. This time, we’ve put together a list of recommended places in the Ikebukuro area where you can enjoy delicious gyoza (dumplings).
Created: July 21, 2026
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Ranran Honten is on the basement level of a building along Tokyo Metropolitan Route 441, about a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station. This Chinese restaurant lets you casually enjoy gyoza (dumplings) and other authentic Chinese home-style dishes.
The interior, with full table seating, is said to be a chic and calm space based on red and black tones.
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The specialty "Pekin Tetsunabe Gyoza" is a piping hot serving of gyoza brought out on a Teppan-yaki plate. The filling is well seasoned, and it is said to be best enjoyed without any dipping sauce.
The thick, chewy wrapper is crisp and fragrant, while the juices stay locked inside, making each bite juicy and delicious.
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They also offer a wide variety of courses that let you enjoy Chinese food at a good price. The "Pekin Tetsunabe Gyoza (Beijing iron pot gyoza)" is included in almost every course.
For lunch, they serve value set meals. The photo shows the "Ebi Nira Suigyoza to Chahan," where you can enjoy boiled dumplings filled with shrimp and garlic chives along with fried rice.
Miinaaa
The food is affordable and good, and the Teppan-yaki Hot Pot gyoza and black vinegar sweet and sour pork are especially really delicious, so I order them every time! The fried rice and xiaolongbao were good too.
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ゴルサーファー
If you want to enjoy solid, old-school authentic Chinese food in Ikebukuro, this restaurant is definitely one to consider. Their specialty tetsunabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings) is a must-try. Reliable Chinese food that is easy on the wallet and leaves you Manpuku.
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Einichi Nishiguchi Ten is a casual spot where you can easily enjoy authentic Chinese Dongbei (Northeastern Chinese) cuisine. The small interior with table seating has a casual feel and is said to be lively all the time.
It stands on a backstreet about a 4-minute walk from the Central West Exit of Ikebukuro Station.
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They offer both an à la carte menu and courses that can also be made into an All you can drink plan. Some courses also include gyoza (dumplings).
The photo shows the "yaki-gyoza (pan-fried dumplings)," said to have just the right thickness of wrapper. The filling is juicy, and you can fully enjoy the good flavor of the ingredients. It comes with 6 pieces per person.
The photo shows the restaurant's specialty, tetsunabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings). Served on a Teppan-yaki plate, they stay piping hot and juicy to the last bite.
One of the highlights is the extensive grand menu, with about 180 items. Every dish is said to be authentic and delicious. At lunch, they offer filling set meals.
サガット5
The gyoza are the kind that burst with juices, and each bite spreads rich flavor across your palate. On top of that, the crisp texture of stir-fried water spinach, the unique texture of Honeycomb tripe, the bold heat and richness of mapo tofu, and the savory aroma of the fried lamb... A wide range of dishes fills the table, letting you fully enjoy the real pleasure of eating.
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daiyen
You can place your order using a touch panel. Since the focus was mainly on drinks, I only had gyoza and pidan tofu (century egg tofu), but both were simply good.
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A 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, Kyushu Kurodaiko Ikebukuro is located on Toei-kai Honcho-dori on the basement level of a building. This is a Kyushu cuisine specialty restaurant where you can fully enjoy local dishes from across Kyushu.
The interior is a calm Japanese-modern space, with table seating, Semi-private room, and fully private room options.
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They are known for their wide variety of gyoza (dumplings), and every one of them gets great reviews.
In the front of the photo is the “Ume Shiso Gyoza,” topped with chopped oba (perilla leaves) and ume-niku (plum paste). You can order it à la carte, but this popular gyoza is included in almost all courses, and one serving is 8 pieces per person.
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The photo shows the unusual "carbonara gyoza (dumplings)." It is said to be delicious, with the cheese coating them nicely.
The specialty "motsu-nabe (offal Hot Pot)" is also popular. This is a specialty of Hakata, Fukuoka Prefecture, where motsu and vegetables are simmered in a clean bonito dashi broth and eaten. You can choose the soup from several options, including soy sauce and salt.
yyy3574
I ordered the gyoza (dumplings) I came for, and every one was delicious. There were so many kinds that it was hard to choose. Haha. There are still some gyoza I have not tried yet, so I think I will come back again.
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餃子女2世
They had a wide variety of gyoza (dumplings), so I ordered the ones that especially caught my eye: tonkotsu gyoza (pork bone broth dumplings), lemon gyoza, mentaiko gyoza (pollock roe dumplings), and carbonara gyoza. The clear winner was the tonkotsu gyoza. It was soaked with broth, and every bite spread more flavor.
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Gyoza Houshinbou is on the second floor of a building along Bunka-dori Street, just a 1-minute walk from the west exit (north) of Ikebukuro Station. It is a gyoza specialty restaurant where you can casually enjoy authentic Chinese food.
The interior is fully equipped with counter seats, table seats, and sofa seats. The spacing between seats is wide, so you can sit back and relax.
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The gyoza (dumplings) are all Homemade, from the wrappers to the filling, and each one is wrapped by hand. The filling, made with garlic chives, garlic, vegetables, and more, is seasoned in an authentic Chinese style, with a mild garlic note.
You can enjoy yaki-gyoza (pan-fried dumplings), sui-gyoza (boiled dumplings), and mushi-gyoza (steamed dumplings), and the wide variety of fillings is also well liked. They all sound delicious, but sui-gyoza seems to be especially popular.
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For lunch, they offer the "Suigyoza (boiled dumplings) Daily set meal," which lets you enjoy 12 boiled dumplings. It also comes with soup, pickles, and annin dofu (apricot kernel tofu pudding).
You can choose the filling for the suigyoza from four types, including beef, lamb, and pork. The skin is pleasantly chewy and tasty, and people also like the generous portion and good value.
らいおん13
I visited because I wanted to try a variety of boiled dumplings. As a lamb lover, I had to get the lamb and pakuchi (cilantro), and for something different, I also tried steamed dumplings made with corn wrappers. The sweetness of the corn paired really well with the pickled Chinese cabbage? used in the filling. They also offer takeout, so next time I want to try the lamb and pickled Chinese cabbage dumplings!!
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qianqian910
So good, so good—I’ve been there many times. I never get tired of it! It’s in Ikebukuro and easy to get to from the station! They have pan-fried gyoza, steamed gyoza, boiled gyoza, and more, and my favorite is the boiled gyoza. The stir-fries are not particularly Special, but they had a wide variety.
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Gyoza Sakaba Nikujiru Tottsuan Ikebukuro Ten lets you enjoy juicy gyoza dumplings packed with meat juices. The interior blends the feel of a taishu sakaba (casual Japanese pub) with a chic atmosphere, and offers table seating and assorted varieties available Private room. It is said to always have a lively vibe.
It is located on the second floor of a building just a short walk from the 6a exit of Ikebukuro Station.
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The gyoza (dumplings) come in a wide range of variations. You can order from just 3 pieces, which is great when you want to try a little of everything.
The photo shows their signature “nikujiru gyoza (juicy dumplings).” The chewy wrappers are browned to a nice crisp, and each bite is said to release plenty of meat juices, making them really good.
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The photo shows the "Umakara Suigyoza," with mochi-mochi gyoza dumplings and a spicy soup that are said to be a perfect match, and it has a reputation for being so tasty that drinks go down easy.
They also offer a wide range of courses with All you can drink, as well as A la carte All you can drink plans. There is also a course where you can enjoy All you can eat and drink with popular items including gyoza.
ごはんですよぉ！
The signature gyoza (dumplings) release plenty of meat juices with the first bite, and the balance between the savory aroma of the wrapper and the rich flavor of the filling is outstanding. The seasoning is not overly assertive, which leaves a good impression as it works well both as a meal and as something to enjoy with alcohol.
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i_uki
The signature nikujiru gyoza (juicy dumplings) have a golden balance of carefully made filling and thin skin, bursting with flavor in every bite. Take one bite and a flood of savory juices pours out, making it a truly blissful moment. Centered around these dumplings, the menu will surprise you with its amazingly good value.
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Nikujiru Suigyoza Gyoho Ikebukuro Ten is known for its signature suigyoza (boiled dumplings) made with 100% Domestic pork. It is located on the second floor of a building along Animate-dori (Animate Street), about a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station Central East Exit.
The interior has table seating and is said to be a stylish space, with red lanterns that stand out.
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The restaurant’s signature boiled dumplings, Gyopao, are packed with rich meat juices like xiaolongbao. You can order à la carte, but a nice plus is the value-friendly "Kiraku" course, which offers All you can eat.
The skin is pleasantly chewy, and the inside is juicy and delicious. It contains no artificial seasonings.
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The photo shows the "Hitokuchi Age Gyoza (bite-sized fried dumplings)," said to be perfect as a snack to go with drinks, and you eat them with salt and lemon. They can be ordered from 8 pieces.
They also offer a wide range of dim sum and a la carte dishes such as xiaolongbao, spring rolls, and shumai. The self-serve All you can drink option is also popular.
きょーなにくう？
The boiled gyoza had more juices than I expected, and they were piping hot and delicious. I do not usually eat Taiwan Mazesoba, but the one here was so good that I wanted to have it again. I will definitely come back!
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jumpingwine
・Huo Guo Gyoho
The dumpling wrapper is nice and chewy, and hot meat juices come out from inside. The filling also has chunky pieces of meat. The Hot Pot soup is not very spicy, but it has a light herbal medicine-like aroma that is quite good.
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Agariko Gyozaro Ikebukuro Ten is a gyoza stall-style bar just a 2-minute walk from Exit C1 of Ikebukuro Station. You can casually enjoy handmade gyoza and dim sum here.
The retro-filled interior has a homey feel. It offers counter seats and Semi-private room seating.
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The gyoza dumplings are Homemade from the wrappers up. From classics to creative gyoza topped with pakuchi (coriander) or natto (fermented soybeans), they offer a wide variety.
The standard "Homemade grilled gyoza dumplings" are bite-sized. The filling is well seasoned, and although they come with sauce, they are said to be plenty tasty even on their own.
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The photo shows the unusual gyoza (dumplings) ajillo. The skin turns crispy after soaking up the oil, and it is packed with filling inside, making it rich, spicy, and really good.
One big draw is the two kinds of courses where you can enjoy All you can eat gyoza. You can also add All you can drink.
ef0d87
There are many kinds of gyoza (dumplings), including some unusual ones, so it’s worth giving them a try! The gyoza no ahijo (garlic oil gyoza) was great in both texture and flavor definitely!! (slightly spicy)
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riiionyan
A small, cozy place where everyone sits pretty close together! It seems like a lot of fun if you're a regular. There are many kinds of gyoza (dumplings), and they go great with beer!! The ajillo gyoza has a super crisp, almost crackly wrapper, and it tastes really good too! There are also many kinds of dipping sauces, so you can enjoy trying different ones!
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Gyoza Sakaba Buranchu, about a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, is a restaurant that serves Okinawan food, including gyoza made with Agu pork (Okinawan native pork) from Okinawa.
The neon lit interior is always lively, so reservations are recommended. It has counter and table seating.
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Agū-buta (Okinawan Agu pork), known for its rarity and called the “phantom pig,” is characterized by rich marbling and deep umami and sweetness. Because it has a low melting point, it eats surprisingly light.
The photo shows the “Kogane Agū Gyoza (with egg yolk sauce).” This dish is said to have a mellow flavor when eaten with the egg yolk sauce.
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The "agu shiso gyoza" in the photo are dumplings topped with plenty of chopped oba (perilla leaves). They have a fresh flavor and are said to be very tasty.
The restaurant also offers a wide range of good value courses where you can fully enjoy Okinawa ryori (Okinawan cuisine). Every course includes gyoza, and they also come with All you can drink, which is great for people who enjoy alcohol.
あっちゃん5928
I was looking for a place in Ikebukuro where I could eat gyoza (dumplings), and the combination of gyoza and Okinawa ryori (Okinawan cuisine) caught my eye, so I made a reservation. There were three kinds of gyoza, and all of them were juicy and tasty! The seasoning was a bit strong, so I preferred them without sauce.
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飯喰王子
It had the feel of a traditional Okinawan tavern, and it was easy to drop in and very comfortable. The gyoza, especially the signature agu-buta gyoza (Agu pork dumplings), were juicy and full of flavor, which was quite Manzoku. There was also a wide selection of awamori (Okinawan distilled liquor) and sours, which makes it hard to resist for people who love drinking. The prices are not that high either, so it is perfect for a night when you want to eat and drink.
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Za 135 Ikebukuro Honten is a Chinese restaurant located on the first basement floor of a building, just a 2-minute walk from the Seibu East Exit of Ikebukuro Station. You can casually enjoy authentic Chinese food along with Shaoxing wine and Japanese sake.
The spacious, lively interior comes with table seating and Private rooms.
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They offer several kinds of gyoza (Japanese dumplings). The photo shows the "Jikasei Yaki Gyoza (house-made pan-fried dumplings)," which are said to be generously filled and very hearty.
They also serve juicy "Sui Gyoza (boiled dumplings)" packed with flavorful meat juices, and "Ebi Gyoza (shrimp dumplings)," with plump shrimp wrapped in translucent skins.
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They offer a wide range of courses that let you fully enjoy Chinese cuisine, and every course comes with All you can drink.
For those who want to enjoy gyoza, the "Tenshin Course" is recommended. This course includes All you can eat juicy Kara-age, along with gyoza and a 3-item dim sum assortment.
アール改＆ひかりふる
What stood out most as a plus was how quickly the food came out, and the Kara-age and gyoza (dumplings) were especially good. I think this is a really nice place, reasonably priced and a great choice for highball and beer fans.
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三擦り抜刀斎
The All you can eat and drink course was very reasonably priced, but the quality was more than good enough, and the portions were so huge that I wondered if anyone could finish them all, so I was very Manzoku.
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In a retro-style space, Gyoza no Kacchan Ikebukuro Higashiguchi Ten lets you casually enjoy a wide variety of gyoza (dumplings). This izakaya is located along Toeikai Honcho-dori, just a 1-minute walk from Exit 39 of Ikebukuro Station.
It has table seating and boxes that can be used like Semi-private rooms with noren (traditional fabric dividers).
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The gyoza (dumplings) come in 10 varieties, from classic picks to more unusual ones. Since you can order from just 3 pieces, it’s nice that you can enjoy different kinds.
The most popular is the classic Kacchan Gyoza. They are crisp on the outside and packed with filling and juicy inside, and are said to be excellent.
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At the very back of the photo is the unusual "Italian takigyoza (boiled dumplings)," boiled dumplings made with tomato soup and cheese. It also has a light basil flavor, and is said to be delicious.
At the front is "Kacchan Tokusei Green Onion Salt Gyoza," topped generously with green onion salt. It is said to have an addictive taste.
amiinnnnnn
There are just so many kinds of gyoza (dumplings), from pan-fried and deep-fried to creative variations, so you never get tired of them. The food also comes out quickly, which is a nice plus because even a group can keep the good pace going and enjoy the meal！！This is definitely a place I recommend for days when you want a hearty meal or when you want to have lively drinks with everyone.
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・Plump and chewy sui-gyoza (boiled dumplings)
The bouncy texture of the wrapper is irresistible,,!! The light yet flavorful soup goes perfectly with the dumplings!! It was a great dish that really brought out the natural taste of the ingredients. Of course it’s delicious eaten with the soup, but I also highly recommend eating it with ponzu sauce!
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Chuka Izakaya Rakuzanken Ippo Tenchi is on the second floor of a building, a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit. You can casually enjoy authentic Chinese food with drinks.
The interior has table seating and Private rooms, and they say it is a calm space with touches of Japanese style.
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The food menu is extensive, with more than 120 dishes. Every dish is high quality and tasty, and it offers a high level of Manzoku.
The photo shows the "Pari Pari Yaki Gyoza" with crisp wings cooked until perfectly crunchy. Its striking look is part of the appeal.
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They also offer a wide range of great value All you can eat and drink courses. The menu you can enjoy varies depending on the course.
For those who want to fully enjoy gyoza and tenshin (dim sum), the “63 items in total★Yamucha (yum cha) / tenshin 100-minute All you can eat and drink course” comes recommended. You can also enjoy other Chinese dishes and desserts.
食べすぎぷんた
• Baribari yaki-gyoza (crispy pan-fried dumplings)
⏩Surprisingly, the wings on these got soft pretty quickly, but the taste was mild, or rather free of any strong distinctive flavor‼️ It tastes like something kids would enjoy. You can taste the garlic, but rather than hitting hard‼️ it feels mellow
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bunka-day
With the All you can eat and drink plan, they bring out several dishes before you even order, like steamed chicken, edamame (green soybeans), mapo tofu, and gyoza (dumplings), so there is no wasted time before getting straight into the Banquet. In any case, the value for money is outstanding. The staff were also friendly, and the restaurant was clean.
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Hakata Gyozaya Tetsunabe Nishiikebukuro Ten is a casual izakaya where you can enjoy a wide variety of gyoza (dumplings). It is a 3-minute walk from the West Exit of Ikebukuro Station, tucked away on the basement level of a building along Nishi Ichibangai Chuo Dori.
The calm interior has counter seats, table seats, and Private room seating.
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The gyoza (dumplings) are hand wrapped in the restaurant every day. From classic gyoza to creative varieties, they offer more than 15 kinds.
The photo shows their signature "Hakata Junjo Hitokuchi Gyoza." These winged bite size gyoza are filled with a carefully crafted filling and wrapped in house made thin skins. You can order them in sets of 10, 20, or 30 pieces.
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The photo shows tetsu-nabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings), served in a piping hot iron pan. The skin is crisp and fragrant, and the filling is generous and tasty.
They also offer several courses with All you can drink. The gyoza are included in every course. For dessert, you can enjoy gyoza filled with sweet potato.
73e6f671232
Hakata Gyozasha Tetsunabe is a restaurant where you can enjoy tetsunabe gyoza (iron pan dumplings) cooked until crisp and fragrant. They are bite-sized and easy to eat, with a light taste that makes them perfect as a snack with drinks. The food comes out at a good pace, and the casual atmosphere makes it easy to stop by.
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ララ、パ・マル
The signature tetsunabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings) are bite-sized, so you can keep popping them into your mouth. I thought the ones with shrimp were especially tasty. The boiled dumplings have quite thick, chewy wrappers. There are many kinds of gyoza. The yaki xiaolongbao (pan-fried soup dumplings) were so full of broth that it almost burst out!
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About a 3-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, Kakuyasu Beer to Tetsunabe Gyoza 3・6・5 Sakaba is on the third floor of a building along Tokyo Metropolitan Route 441, and this izakaya is known for its signature gyoza served in an iron pot.
The interior has table seating and a casual feel, marked by the many paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling.
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The specialty, “Pari Pari Tetsunabe Gyoza,” is a style of gyoza that started at yatai (street food stalls) in Hakata, Fukuoka Prefecture. The crisp wings are nicely browned and fragrant, and the filling is said to be juicy and tasty. You eat them with pepper made with kabosu (Japanese citrus) and vinegar soy sauce.
As shown in the photo, you can also order a “Rice Set” that comes with rice, miso soup, and pickles.
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The "Cheese Tetsunabe Gyoza" with its crispy cheese skirt is also said to be excellent. Both kinds of gyoza come with 8 pieces per person.
They also offer courses with All you can drink, so you can enjoy the gyoza and other popular dishes at a good price. There is also an A la carte All you can drink plan for those who want to order dishes separately.
もぐもぐ先生0108
Their specialty is Teppan-yaki gyoza (pan-fried dumplings), and beer with just the gyoza is enough for a very Manzoku meal! The other dishes are tasty too, and the prices are low, so it’s an easy place to drop by casually.
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I ordered the Teppan-yaki gyoza, and the crispy lacy edges and that sizzling sound the moment it arrived instantly got me excited. When I took a bite, plenty of meat juices came out from inside, and it was filling, so I was Manzoku. It also helped that there was no otoshi (small appetizer charge), which made it easy to drop in and eat casually.
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About a 1-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station along Tokyo Metropolitan Route 441, Nikujiru Gyoza no Dandadan Ikebukuro Nishiguchi Ten is popular for its juicy gyoza (dumplings) packed with meat juices.
The wood toned interior comes with both counter and table seating. The service is said to be very attentive.
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The "Nikujiru Yaki Gyoza" uses a specially developed wrapper made with whole wheat flour. The filling is hand wrapped with coarsely ground pork and vegetables, then seasoned to bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients.
The wrapper is chewy and fragrant, and when you bite into it, juicy meat juices burst out, making it really tasty. One serving is 6 pieces.
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The photo shows “suigyoza (boiled dumplings),” which let you enjoy their smooth texture. They have a tasty flavor that never gets old. Some people even say they like them more than the “nikujiru yaki gyoza (pan fried juicy dumplings).”
At lunch, they offer value set meals that come with gyoza, rice, soup, a small side dish, and an onsen tamago (soft cooked egg).
じょーじさん333
The yaki-gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) are already seasoned, so they recommend trying them as is first, and the meat juices are so tasty. I easily finished two plates, changing up the flavor with vinegar and ra-yu (chili oil). The mapo tofu was the Most Popular, nicely spiced, affordable, and left me totally full and very Manzoku♫
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The staff are always kind and wonderful no matter when I visit^^ The gyoza (Japanese dumplings) have nice chewy skins and are seasoned on the stronger side, so they are good enough to eat even without soy sauce, and they go great with rice!!! The menma (seasoned bamboo shoots) is also incredibly tasty, so I really want you to try it at least once,,!
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Yataiya Hakata Gekijo Ikebukuro Higashiguchi Ten, a 3-minute walk from the East Exit of Ikebukuro Station, is a casual izakaya where you can enjoy piping hot gyoza (pan-fried dumplings) served in an iron pan.
The interior, with both counter and table seating, has a retro and cozy feel, and is said to be lively at all times.
The "tetsunabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings)" are the signature dumplings, packed with the rich flavor of meat and the sweetness of vegetables. They grill them until the wrappers are crispy and the inside is juicy.
There are 6 pieces per person, and orders start from 2 per person. You can eat them with yuzu kosho (yuzu pepper paste) made with yuzu and green chili peppers, or with the house-made sauce, but they are also said to be great on their own.
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One feature of this place is its lineup of gourmet dishes from Hakata, Fukuoka Prefecture, including tetsunabe gyoza (iron pot dumplings). In particular, the gyu motsu-nabe (beef offal Hot Pot), which recreates the authentic local taste, seems to be especially popular. You can choose from several kinds.
They also offer courses with All you can drink, where you can enjoy tetsunabe gyoza and gyu motsu-nabe at a good value along with other popular menu items.
masaty_masaty
What really stands out here is the tetsunabe gyoza (iron pan dumplings). They’re bite-sized, so you can keep popping them in one after another. The service was as reliably good as ever, even though it had been a while since my last visit! Ah, that was delicious, It was a great meal♫
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dfd90f63119
The gyoza (dumplings) were really delicious. Each one was relatively small, so I was able to eat six by myself. It looks like they run various campaigns, so I’d like to go again. The place felt lively. It’s also nice that it’s close to the station.
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