Ootoya Shimbashi — Restaurant in Tokyo

If you’re craving traditional Japanese comfort food without the frills, Ootoya Shimbashi is a gem worth discovering. Tucked away on the second floor, this casual spot delivers everything you’d hope for in a home-style Japanese meal—hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor.

From grilled fish and simmered vegetables to miso soup and rice bowls, the menu is packed with classics that feel like a warm hug. I tried a bit of everything, and every dish hit the spot. It’s the kind of place where you can show up hungry and leave completely content.

What truly blew me away was the value. We had a group of seven, ordered generously, and the total came to under $70 CAD. That’s practically unheard of for Tokyo, especially in such a central location. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming—perfect for a casual meal with friends or family, without worrying about breaking the bank.

Ootoya isn’t flashy, and that’s exactly its charm. It’s dependable, delicious, and affordable. If you’re near Shimbashi and want a taste of everyday Japanese cooking done right, this...

This is a good place to grab a quick dinner without having to wrestle with the ticket machine or worry about the queue behind you.

You can choose to sit at a table or counter. When I arrived, the place was almost full, so I took whatever was available. The staff noticed that I had two bags and gave me an extra basket, which was nice.

Each customer is given a tablet to place their order, and an English menu is available, so there’s no more guesswork involved. I appreciate that the option to order the desired amount of rice is available, and the price is adjusted accordingly.

The food I ordered was surprisingly above average and had enough carbohydrates to make me feel full.

They accept credit cards, so there’s no need to worry about not having enough...

Visited Ootoya Shimbashi 大戸屋ごはん処 フレッサイン新橋店 in October. It's located on the 2nd floor above a Family Mart.

They had only 1 item available - their breakfast set for 800 yen. Saw a lot of customers who had vouchers for breakfast (probably from the hotel).

Actually a good value as you get chicken karaage, fish, gomaae, seaweed and beans, miso, picked radish and shredded radish.

The chicken was very crispy and the fish was good too (1 piece was more buttery while the other piece had crisp skin). Note that there are bones in the fish.

Fairly basic in terms of service (self-serve your drinks). But a good...