Food & Dining— Page 7

Charcoal-grilled fish and fiery Sichuan classics at this unapologetically authentic Chinese grill house near Ikebukuro North gate.

A lively monjayaki and yakitori izakaya near Ikebukuro West Exit with 25-plus monja varieties and drinks from 99 yen.

Kaldi Coffee Farm at Sunshine City ALTA is a treasure trove of imported coffee beans, spices and international foods from around the world.

Hand-kneaded hamburger steak specialist in Ikebukuro East, famed for generous portions and value.

Korean table dining in Seibu Ikebukuro's Dining Park, pairing makgeolli with bibimbap, fried chicken and sizzling stone bowls.

Ramen shop near Ikebukuro East Exit pouring a clear chicken broth of duck and Oyama chicken, with limited nodoguro soba.

A classic tonkatsu specialist on PARCO's 8th floor, frying crispy pork cutlets in vegetable oil with free rice, miso soup and cabbage refills.

Hidden back-alley Italian near Ikebukuro west exit, serving small-plate tapas, fresh pasta and wine into the small hours.

A specialist xiaolongbao restaurant on the 8th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO, handcrafting steamed dumplings to order.

Chennai-born chef's long-running south Indian kitchen near Higashi-Ikebukuro, plating meals, 36 curries, biryani, and vegan options.

A celebrated chicken paitan ramen shop inside Echika Ikebukuro, known for its silky, rich broth and elegant presentation.

A Ginza-born yoshoku restaurant on the 7th floor of Ikebukuro PARCO, serving Japanese-style Western dishes since 1925.