Tokyo Food Page Listings - Southeast Asian Restaurants

Assorted Southeast Asian

Waseda -- Mae Yao. 5273-3770

Flavorful Thai and Indian-style curries; the two-curry set includes a yogurt drink. Popular with Waseda students.[feedback]

Babashitacho 18-9, Akiyama Bldg 2F. Open 11-3:30, 4:30-9 (Sat. to 8). Closed Sundays.

Shinjuku -- Asian Kitchen. 3354-0291

Exotic-sounding dishes from China, Korea and Southeast Asia, prepared for the mass market.[feedback]

Shinjuku 3-13-2. Open 5pm-midnight daily.

Shinjuku -- Tiki Tiki. 3226-0996

Yes, it's a real live tiki lounge in Tokyo! Party down with giant tropical drinks, entertaining pan-Asian food and amusingly over-the-top decor. Not to mention the Tahitian floor show. [feedback]

Shinjuku 3-4-8, Shinjuku Saison Plaza 4F. Open 5-11pm (LO) daily.

Shinjuku -- Fan. 3341-6820

Inexpensive and spicy Asian-styled dishes in a lively, student-dominated atmosphere. The Asian buffet lunch is Y950; filling dinners start at Y2300, with a la carte items from Y400.[feedback]

Shinjuku 3-34-1, B1F. Open 11:30-2, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Nishi-Shinjuku -- Bali Lax. 5321-6690

Balinese and other Asian foods plus extravagant tropical decor in this fun party space. Lunch from Y900, dinner from Y1600. It's a good idea to call ahead for reservations.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 1-26-2, Shinjuku Nomura Bldg. B1F. Open 11:30am-3, 5:30pm-midnight daily.

Harajuku -- Elephant Cafe. 3478-2233

Inexpensive "ethnic" dining in the heart of Harajuku, and a fun place for a late-night group meal. The menu is full of odd inventions like Thai-style pizza. [feedback]

Jingumae 4-30-4, t's Harajuku 3F. Open 5pm-4am (to 11pm Sundays). Open every day.

Shibuya -- Asian Kitchen. 3464-3911

Basically an Asian-themed izakaya with Japanese-style ethnic food, Asian pop music and pleasantly rustic decor.[feedback]

Udagawacho 13-8, Chitose Kaikan 8F. (Inokashira-dori at Spain-zaka) Open 5pm-midnight daily.

Shibuya -- Paradise Macau. 3780-5231

A mix of Chinese, Portuguese and Asian cuisines, just like the island of Macau after which it's been named.[feedback]

Udagawacho 39-5, 1F. Open 11:30am-3, 6-10pm daily.

Shibuya -- Elephant Cafe. 3463-0220

Inexpensive ethnic-influenced food in a huge restaurant, for cheap late-night fun.[feedback]

Dogenzaka 2-29-5, The Prime 5F. Open 5pm-5am (Mondays- 11pm) daily.

Ebisu -- Nawa. 3400-7533

Tokyo exotic "ethnic dining" at its most charming - food from various Asian and non-Asian cuisines, and there's even a teepee in the middle of the backyard![feedback]

Higashi 3-20-1. Open 6pm-midnight. Closed Sundays.

Shiodome -- Aqua. 5537-3540

"Oriental cuisine" - Thai and other Asian-influenced dishes in a luxurious high-rise restaurant. While they're a bit pricey at dinnertime (mains are around Y3000), their Y1200 lunches are a good value. Enjoy a view looking out over Tsukiji Market and Hamarikyu Gardens. [feedback]

Higashi-Shimbashi 1-8-2, Caretta Shiodome 46F. Open 11am-3, 5-10:30pm daily.

Yurakucho -- Asian Kitchen. 3503-3675

Exotic-sounding dishes from China, Korea and Southeast Asia, prepared for the mass market. Seating for 600 diners.[feedback]

Yurakucho 1-5-2. Open 5-11pm (LO) daily.

Higashi-Nakano -- Pao. 3371-3750

Once housed inside a huge tent, this restaurant has reopened in a more modern setting but one with a similar atmosphere - customers perch on carpet-covered platforms around tiny tables, and enjoy semi-authentic Mongolian-style dishes like karahi, a spicy stew that goes well with their yogurt sauce and garlic rice. There's also a choice of kebabs and other items brought out on skewers.[feedback]

Higashi-Nakano 2-25-6. Open 6pm-midnight (LO 10:45). Closed Mondays.

Shimo-Kitazawa -- Taraato. 3412-0037

The setting here is fun and extremely casual - a cavernous, two-story basement fashioned after an outdoor food market, with loud punk rock as the soundtrack. Drinks are very cheap - Y380 for just about everything. The food is a mix of Asian-inspired dishes from Thailand, China, Okinawa and India - not especially authentic but generally tasty. [feedback]

Kitazawa 2-11-3, Isamiya Bldg B1F. Open 11:30am-11pm (LO) daily.

Yokohama Sta. -- Asian Kitchen. 045-313-2210

Entertaining pan-Asian dishes at budget prices in a lively izakaya-style setting.[feedback]

Minami-Saiwai 1-3-1, More's 9F. Open 5-11:30pm (LO) daily.

Yokohama Sta. -- Asian Kitchen. 045-290-4458

Yet another branch of this popular pan-Asian izakaya.[feedback]

Kita-saiwai 1-1-13, Comfort 178, 9F. Open 5pm-midnight daily.

"World cuisine"

Gaienmae -- Kura. 5474-0445

Fairly interesting mukokuseki ("no nationality") cuisine and 30 different beers.[feedback]

Minami-Aoyama 3-2-3, 2F. Open 5:30pm-2am (LO 1). Closed Sundays.

Shibuya -- Monsoon Cafe. 5489-1611

From the owners of the Zest Mexican chain, a lively, fun place serving Southeast Asian dishes. The food is tasty (although not extremely authentic), there's a big bar, and service is friendly and competent.[feedback]

Jinnan 1-6-8, Campari Bldg. 4F. Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Shibuya -- Tetes. 5456-7534

The basement restaurant attached to Cafe Madu has gone through several identities -- first Mediterranean, then French/Vietnamese, then a "seafood and vegetable" restaurant, then Thai/Vietnamese fusion. Full dinners start in the Y3,000 range, and there's an extensive wine list.[feedback]

Jinnan 1-8-19. Open 11:30am-3, 6-11pm. Closed Sundays.

Daikanyama -- Monsoon Cafe. 5489-3789

A branch of the Nishi-Azabu and Shibuya Monsoon Cafes, with eclectic Asian cuisine.[feedback]

Hachiyamacho 15-4. Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Nishi-Azabu -- Monsoon Cafe. 3400-7200

Amusing "ethnic" dishes from Southeast Asia and a lively, fun atmosphere.[feedback]

Minami-Aoyama 7-3-1. (on Roppongi-dori and Komazawa-dori) Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Nishi-Azabu -- Tetes. 5468-5505

A Vietnamese/Thai cafe boasting a prime location (right at Nishi-Azabu crossing) and convenient hours (till 4am). There's also a full-size restaurant and bar on the second floor, with great food and a surprisingly varied wine list. (The restaurant usually closes around 11pm.)[feedback]

Nishi-Azabu 2-13-12. Open 11am-4am daily.

Nishi-Azabu -- Monsoon Cafe. 5467-5221

Various Asian dishes and a casual atmosphere.[feedback]

Nishi-Azabu 2-10-1. Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Roppongi -- Ichioku. 3405-9891

A self-consciously bohemian bar/restaurant/hangout with an interesting menu.[feedback]

Roppongi 4-4-5. Open 5:30pm-12:30am (Sat., Sun. to midnight). Open every day.

Azabu-Juban -- Monsoon Cafe. 5775-6900

Eclectic Asian cuisine and a lively atmosphere.[feedback]

Azabu-Juban 1-7-5, Festa Azabu 6F. Open 11:30-5am daily.

Daiba -- Monsoon Cafe. 3599-4805

Assorted southeast Asian dishes and a large bar.[feedback]

Daiba 1-7-1, Mediage 4F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Koenji -- Mugendo Asian Mama. 5377-0831

A trendy bar/restaurant run by Mugendo, a cute ethnic trinket shop. The food is Vietnamese, Indian, Thai and Okinawan; the music and decor are similarly eclectic. Small dishes start at around Y500.[feedback]

Koenji-Minami 4-22-5-B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 6pm-1am (Fri.,Sat. all night). Closed first Wednesday.

Kichijoji -- Soybean Farm. 0422-21-0272

An interesting miso and miso soup restaurant, with seasonal dishes like kimchee nabe and several varieties of cabbage rolls. Many dishes are vegetarian.[feedback]

Kichijoji Honcho 2-15-2. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Shimo-Kitazawa -- Asa. 3412-4118

Tokyo's only hemp restaurant, serving Indian, Mexican, Thai and other Asian dishes flavored with hemp oil or seeds - the fried chicken is especially flavorful. With a library of hemp-legalization literature and non-stop hemp videos playing in the background, this makes a good first stop on a retro/counterculture tour of Shimo-Kitazawa.[feedback]

Kitazawa 2-18-5, Kitazawa Bldg. 3F. Open 5-midnight. Closed Wednesdays.

Yokohama Minato-mirai -- Spicy J. 045-223-2289

An Asian bistro with a fantatstic view of the Yokohama waterfront. Most dishes run in the Y1,000-2,000 range.[feedback]

Minato-mirai 1-1-1, Yokohama Grand Intercontinental Hotel 31. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Vietnamese

Ikebukuro -- Saigon Restaurant. 3989-0255

(formerly called Non La). Good food and service, and a lively atmosphere. Cheap lunch specials (Y680 including coffee).[feedback]

Higashi-Ikebukuro 1-7-10. Open noon-2:30, 6-10pm (LO) daily.

Shinjuku Gyoen-mae -- Myun (My Dung). 5379-5240, 3358-9951

(Called "My Dung" in English). Popular, reasonably priced Vietnamese standards.[feedback]

Shinjuku 1-3-8, B1F. Open 11am-2pm, 5-9:50pm (LO) daily.

Nishi-Shinjuku -- Vietnam Alice. 5339-2035

Good, modern Vietnamese cooking from the "Iron Chef" who founded the Queen Alice chain. Their basket of assorted spring rolls is especially recommended. Budget around Y3000 at dinnertime. During the afternoon you can stop in for Vietnamese desserts or a late lunch.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 1-1-5, Shinjuku Lumine 1, 6F. Open 11am-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Shibuya -- Saigon. 3477-4684

A good take-out menu, and a few counter seats where you can grab a quick curry while shopping. [feedback]

Shibuya 2-24-1, Tokyu Toyoko-ten, B1F. Open 10am-8pm. Closed Thursdays.

Shibuya -- Hoang Ngan. 3464-4060

Inexpensive, authentic basic Vietnamese fare in an unadorned back-street basement. The menu is reasonably large, with full-course meals from Y3000 and much cheaper a la carte choices.[feedback]

Udagawacho 14-1. (in the street just behind Parco) Open 11:30am-3, 5-11pm daily.

Ebisu -- We. 3463-7875

A small dining bar serving creative modern Vietnamese cuisine in a pleasantly cozy setting. The food occupies a middle ground between elaborate French-influenced Vietnamese grand cuisine and more down-to-earth noodle-shop fare, and the dishes are presented very attractively, with the servingware selected to show off each dish. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ebisu-Nishi 1-15-8. Open 11:30am-midnight daily.

Ebisu -- Nha Viet Nam. 3716-8088

A cafe and noodle shop on the first floor, and a full-fledged restaurant upstairs (dinner only). They also sell Vietnamese coffee and tea.[feedback]

Ebisu-Minami 1-9-3. Open 11am-11pm daily.

Roppongi -- Cyclo. 3478-4964

Vietnamese standards competently prepared, plus a very limited wine list. The high points are the charming modern decor and the convenient late-night hours.[feedback]

Roppongi 6-6-9, Piramide Bldg. 1F. Open 11:30am-5, 6pm-2am. Closed Sundays.

Nogizaka -- Trung Nguyen. 5772-1418

Vietnamese standards prepared by native chefs in this pleasantly decorated Saigon-based restaurant. Budget around Y3000 at dinnertime. (No lunch on Saturdays.)[feedback]

Roppongi 7-3-14, Tokai White Bldg B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 6-10pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Akasaka -- Aozai. 3583-0234

Respectable mid-level Vietnamese dining from an old neighborhood standby.[feedback]

Akasaka 5-4-14. Open 4-10pm (LO). Closed Sundays and holidays.

Shiodome -- Vietnam Frog. 6215-8171

"East meets west" modern Vietnamese, a branch of the main shop in Kobe. Take-out is also available, with lunch boxes at Y680. [feedback]

Higashi-Shimbashi 1-5-2, Shiodome City Center B1F. Open 11:30-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Yurakucho -- Saigon. 3275-3036

A fairly wide selection of Vietnamese standards is available here.[feedback]

Yurakucho 1-8-1. Open 11am-3, 5-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays and holidays.

Ginza -- Saigon (Ginza-ten). 3561-5048

A branch of Ginza's most popular Vietnamese chain, with a big, inexpensive Vietnamese-Chinese menu.[feedback]

Ginza 1-3-13. Open 10am-3, 5-10:30pm (weekends lunch only). Open every day.

Ginza -- Vietnam Alice. 5250-0801

Refined Vietnamese classics from the chef behind the upscale Queen Alice restaurants. Try the desserts recommended by their "vegetable sommelier"! Budget around Y4000 for dinner. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Ginza -- Yamamoto. 3561-6517

Vietnamese noodles.[feedback]

Ginza 2-7-7. Open 11am-8pm (-3pm Sat.). Closed Sundays.

Yotsuya 3-chome -- Thien Phuoc. 3358-6617

Simple, down-home Vietnamese food prepared extremely well. Their deep-fried ichiba harumaki (market spring rolls) are crunchy and flavorful; other highlights are fried tofu stuffed with beef and an excellent pho noodle soup, listed on the menu as gyuniku udon. They serve 333 and Saigon beers, but don't miss trying a bottle of the eye-opening Chang beer from Thailand. The final bill comes in at a very modest Y2,000-Y2,500 per person. [feedback]

Yotsuya 3-11. (on the north side of Shinjuku-dori, one block west of the Yotsuya 3-chome station, just past the koban) Open 11am-3, 5-11pm. Closed Sundays.

Hongo -- Myun (My Dung). 3815-1195

(Called "My Dung" in English). Popular, reasonably priced Vietnamese standards.[feedback]

Hongo 4-2-2. Open 11am-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Nakano -- Yukoen. 3387-6166

Vietnamese/Chinese cooking.[feedback]

Nakano 5-50-9. Open 11:30am-2, 5pm-2am daily.

Kichijoji -- Miss Saigon. 0422-71-1932

Inexpensive Vietnamese dishes.[feedback]

Kichijoji Minamicho 1-8-5, B1F. (downstairs from Tom Yum 2.) Open noon-3, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Shimo-Kitazawa -- Little Saigon. 3414-0076

A popular, cozy little hideaway serving Vietnamese standards; around Y4000 for dinner with a few drinks. [feedback]

Kitazawa 2-19-17, Sawadaya Bldg. B1F. Open 5-11:30pm (from noon on weekends). Open every day.

Shimo-Kitazawa -- Com Pho. 5481-0564

Good, modern Vietnamese cuisine served in a stylish setting. Their Australian wines make a nice alternative to 333 Beer.[feedback]

Kitazawa 2-13-4. Open noon-10:30pm (LO). Closed Tuesdays.

Futago-tamagawa -- Giang's. 3700-2475

A gem of a restaurant, with authentic food and good prices. There's also a good stock of Vietnamese beer and French wines. The shop is run by a Vietnamese family, and the chef used to teach Vietnamese cooking in Tokyo.[feedback]

Tamagawa 3-5-7, Kurokawa Bldg. 3F. Open 5-10:30pm. Closed Mondays.

Jujo (Saikyo-sen) -- Aoi Papaiya (Du Du Xahn). 3905-8838

Authentic Vietnamese fare prepared by Ms. Tran Thi Ha, the owner/chef. Green papaya salad is their specialty and namesake.[feedback]

Kita-ku, Jujonakahara 1-1-7, No. 3 Hokusei Building. Open 5-9:30pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

Kamakura -- Song Be Cafe. 0467-61-2055

Vietnamese cooking in a casual setting.[feedback]

Onaricho 13-32. Open 11:30am-8:30pm. Closed Wednesdays.

Cambodian

Yoyogi -- Ankor Wat. 3370-3019

Tasty Chinese-influenced Cambodian food and terrible service. The menu is quite large and varied, and relatively cheap, with most items running Y500-Y800.[feedback]

Yoyogi 1-38-13. Open 11am-2pm, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Malaysian

Ikebukuro -- Malay-chan. 5391-7638

Well-prepared Malay and Malay-Chinese dishes.[feedback]

Nishi-Ikebukuro 3-22-6. Open 11am-2, 5-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Okubo -- Mahathir. 3367-3121

Authentic Malaysian curries and satays.[feedback]

Hyakunincho 1-17-10. Open 11:30am-1am daily.

Ginza -- Rasa. 3289-1668

You can sample a wide selection of authentic Malaysian, Chinese-Malay and Singaporean dishes, including Chinese steamboat (a Hainanese version of shabu-shabu with lots of different seafood and meats). Seating is at small noodle-shop tables, but the decor is pleasant and modern. Budget around Y3500 at dinnertime. [feedback]

Ginza 5-8-13, Ginza Five Star Bldg 8F. Open 11am-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Singaporean

Takadanobaba -- Big Land's Tree. 5272-8819

Inexpensive Chinese-Singaporean cuisine in a brightly lit noodle-shop setting. Dumplings seem to be the specialty here, with especially good sui-gyoza. There are also interesting original dishes like the flavorful and crunchy Singapore lemon chicken and the fantastic ebi-yuba harumaki (shrimp and tofu-skin spring rolls). Even the Coca-cola-stewed chicken has its charms. [feedback]

Takadanobaba 2-14-16. Open 11:30am-2, 5-11pm. Closed Sundays.

Ebisu -- Hainan Jeefan Shokudo 2. 3447-3615

Good Singaporean chicken rice and Malaysian-style curries. [See branch review] [feedback]

Ebisu 1-21-14, Costa de Verano 1F. (behind Zest) Open 11:30-1:30, 6-10pm (LO). Closed 3rd Monday.

Azabu-Juban -- Hainan Jeefan Shokudo. 5474-3200

A "hawker-style SE Asian canteen" in a pretty cafe setting; they specialize in very authentic Singapore-style Hainanese Chicken Rice (steamed chicken served with jasmine rice and various sauces). They also have a good selection of curries and seafood stir-fries. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Roppongi 6-11-16. Open 11:30am-1:30, 6-10pm (LO). Closed 3rd Monday.

Akasaka -- Hainan Chi-fan. 6802-5512

A cozy little shop specializing in the famous Singaporean chicken-rice dish and a surprisingly big menu of other street-stall dishes; some take-out is available. [feedback]

Akasaka 5-3-1, Akasaka Biz Tower B1F. Open 11am-11pm daily.

Ginza -- Raffles Terrace. 3563-0151

Raffles is a good place to sample some of Singapore's favorite national dishes - Hainan chicken rice, laksa noodle soup, fish head curry, chili crab, fried carrot cake, roti prata, rojak and many more. The decor is cafe-style Colonial-era retro - white marble tables, dark brown wooden chairs, and a two-meter-high white lion guarding the entrance. Prix-fixe dinners are Y3800-6500 (plus many a la carte options); lunch is Y1200-1400. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Ginza -- My Humble House. 5524-6166

Fancy Chinese-style Singaporean cuisine in a huge, elaborately decorated "supper club" style space that also showcases live music. This is the first Japan venture of Singapore celeb chef Sam Leong. Prix-fixe menus are Y4000-6000, plus Y3000 for an open bar; there are also plenty of a la carte choices. [feedback]

Ginza 3-3-1, Zoe Ginza B1F. Open 6pm-2am daily.

Toyosu -- Ya Kun Kaya Toast. 6910-1271

This branch of the famous Singaporean cafe specializes in toast - both regular and French; they also serve coffee with condensed milk. [feedback]

Toyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 10am-9pm daily.

Nishi-Ogikubo -- Mu-hung. 3394-9191

A comfortable smoke-free cafe that serves good Singapore-style chicken rice, although unfortunately they only serve it with fragrant jasmine rice on the 10th, 20th and 30th of each month; you get regular rice the rest of the time. Other dishes include very good Malaysian curries with excellent fried roti (bread), and other Malaysian/Singaporean specialties. There's a tiny art gallery located right next door.[feedback]

Nishi-Ogi-Kita 3-21-2. Open 11am-9:30pm. Closed Tuesdays.

Indonesian

Nishi-Shinjuku -- Jembatan Merah. 5323-4214

The service is warm and friendly and the food is very appetizing.[feedback]

Nishi-Shinjuku 6-5-1, I-Land Tower B1F. Open 11am-3, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Shibuya -- Ayung Teras. 5458-9099

These days Tokyo has plenty of Southeast Asian restaurants, but few are as charming and satisfying as Ayung Teras in Shibuya. The decor is decidedly Indonesian, quite dense with handicrafts and art, but done in a tasteful and restrained manner. It doesn't feel at all touristy, or overly "ethnic." Rather, Ayung Teras seems more like a casual restaurant you might run across in one of the finer international hotels of Jakarta. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Sakuragaokacho 20-12. Open 11:30am-2:30, 6-10pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Osaki -- Cafe Ubud. 5437-5915

A cozy little place serving Arak cocktails and food that's a little different from the other Balinese restaurants in town, with specialties like their asparagus egg-drop soup and spicy stir-fry dishes.[feedback]

Osaki 1-11-1, Gate City Osaki B1F. Open 11am-2, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Roppongi -- Bali Cafe Putri. 5786-7795

Curries and other Balinese standards in a pleasant setting, with a good deal of outdoor seating. It's also a nice place to stop for an out-of-the-ordinary dessert and coffee.[feedback]

Roppongi Hills, Hillside B103. Open 11am-4am (LO) daily.

Akasaka -- Jembatan Merah. 3588-0794

Reliable, filling Indonesian fare.[feedback]

Akasaka 3-20-6. Open 11am-2:30, 5pm-midnight daily.

Shimbashi -- Raya. 3433-7005

Possibly the best branch of this small chain, with huge Balinese-style lunches.[feedback]

Shimbashi 4-4-3. Open 11am-2, 5-10pm. Closed Sundays.

Ginza -- Raya. 3572-7499

Not to be confused with the branch in nearby Shimbashi, this one has remarkably bad food. [feedback]

Ginza 7-108. (Located along the restaurant row at the far western edge of Ginza, on Ginza Korido-dori.) Open 11:30am-3, 5-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Ginza -- Lime. 5537-1455

Well-executed Balinese fusion cuisine, with giant fish tanks as the backdrop (and a main source of lighting). Dishes range from the traditional (grilled chicken with peanut sauce) to the more experimental (nam-pla-flavored Caesar salad). [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ginza 7-2, Ginza Corridor 2F. Open 5pm-3am (LO; earlier weekends). Open every day.

Ginza -- Kira Kira. 3571-3455

An "Indonesian izakaya".[feedback]

Ginza 7-3-16. Open 6-10:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Yotsuya -- Takahlot. 5367-4169

"Bali Bali Bali Tanahlot!" proclaims their sign, and Tanahlot's menu competently covers the bases of Balinese cuisine and other Indonesian dishes - gado gado, tempeh stir-fries, spicy curries and so on. The shop is small but pleasantly decorated, with friendly staff and a relaxed air. [feedback]

Yotsuya 2-3-6. Open 11:30am-11pm (lunch to 2:30pm) daily.

Toyosu -- Villa Surabaya. 6910-1431

With soothing gamelan music in the background, this beautifully decorated dining room is a relaxing place to sample the large Indonesian menu, which includes a pleasantly spicy gado gado. [feedback]

Toyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 3F. Open 11am-11pm daily.

Daiba -- Surabaya. 3599-5341

Surabaya serves up a big menu of authentic-tasting Indonesian dishes, along with a huge selection of cocktails. Portions are small but prices are low, so you can try many different dishes if you wish. Most tables have a view of Fuji TV and Aomi beyond. Dinner for two starts at Y4900.[feedback]

Daiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 5F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Burmese

Takadanobaba -- Nong Inlay. 5273-5774

A hole-in-the-wall bar serving Shan-style cuisine. To drink, they have Shan-Iei, a strong (50-proof) reddish-brown liquor with a sweet flavor reminiscent of an herbal remedy. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Takadanobaba 2-19-7. Open noon-midnight daily.

Takadanobaba -- Ruby. 3204-5121

Good Burmese food and ambitiously multi-lingual karaoke in Burmese, Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean. The menu also includes Malaysian-style dishes like satay. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Takada 3-11-18, TTA Bldg. B1F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5pm-mid. (5am weekends) daily.

Takadanobaba -- Mingalaba. 3200-6961

A very casual, home-style restaurant with many Burmese customers. You can assemble a hearty meal or a light snack from the extensive menu of small dishes - some 50 appetizers, salads, meat dishes, noodle items and desserts, most priced in the Y500-900 range. The food is nicely seasoned without being too fiery, with very distinctive flavors - coconut cream sauces, lots of garlic, northern Burmese pickles, and plenty of spices. Lunch is Y750, dinner in the Y1,700-3,000 range. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Takadanobaba 2-14-8, NT Bldg. 3F. Open 11:30am-3, 5-11pm (LO) daily.

Ebisu -- Biruma no Tategoto. 5420-1686

Enticing Burmese cuisine at budget prices; they also have a catering service for Burmese-themed parties.[feedback]

Ebisu 2-8-13. Open 11:30am-2, 6-11pm. Closed Sundays.

Mongolian

Sugamo -- Shilingol. 5978-3837

A charming, unassuming converted coffee shop where every surface is covered by bric-a-brac - spice jars, tea-making equipment, musical instruments, wooden carvings of horses, and the like. The food menu here is dominated by lamb dishes, such as nicely seasoned, spicy kebabs (Y1000 for 3); a richly flavored lamb and vegetable stew; garlicky lamb dumplings; and a shabu-shabu hotpot dish. There's a live performance of traditional Mongolian music every night at 8pm. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Sengoku 4-11-9. Open 6-9:45pm (LO) daily.