Gyozaro

Gyozaro in Harajuku is a no-frills local gem serving tasty, cheap gyoza dumplings. The only downside is the constant queue at peak hours, but the stupendously low prices make it worth your time.

[Gyozaro - image © Florentyna Leow]

Sometimes, having fewer choices makes life easier. The limited options at Harajuku’s best-known gyoza restaurant, Gyozaro, make ordering a breeze. You’ll choose from fried or steamed gyoza, with or without garlic chives. There are a few side dishes, and rice if you need it, but it’s mostly about the dumplings.

[Gyozaro - image © Florentyna Leow]

Food here is as cheap as chips. Most dishes here average JPY200-JPY300, which is, quite frankly, a miracle in central Tokyo. Six gyoza will set you back a mere JPY290. Side dishes like miso cucumber and Sichuan pepper beansprouts cost a princely JPY250.

[Gyozaro - image © Florentyna Leow]

Unfortunately, the drinks aren’t all as cheap as the gyoza is, so a cold beer will set you back JPY500 per glass. If you’re on a budget, stick with the oolong tea, which costs only JPY200 a pop.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, it’s popular with tourists, but this is also means that they’re accustomed to English-speakers. Besides, you’ll be hard-pressed to find another restaurant in the Harajuku area that offers as much bang for your buck. Bring a book or people-watch to pass the time while you’re lining up, or go at off-peak hours.

English name:
Harajuku Gyozaro

Japanese name:
原宿餃子樓

English address:
6-2-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 150-0001

Japanese address:
〒150-0001 東京都渋谷区神宮前6-2-4

Opening hours:
Monday-Saturday: 11:30am-4:30am
Sunday: 11:30am-10pm

Price:

Non-smoking section:
No

Reservations:
No Reservations

Nearest Transport:
Subway: 3-minute walk from exit 4 of Meiji-jingumae Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin lines.

Telephone:
+81-3-3406-4743

Customer Reviews:
Read customer reviews of Gyozaro on TripAdvisor.

Near To Here:
Gyozaro is located in Tokyo’s Harajuku And Aoyama district. See our complete list of things to do in Harajuku And Aoyama, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.

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