A comfortable izakaya with variety and consistency
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Time of visit: October 2023
Effortless dining, decent across the board
The food at Saitado Takadanobaba 居酒家 さいたどう in Takadanobaba (Shinjuku), Tokyo, covers a wide range, including yakitori, deep-fried dishes, rice, ramen, and small plates. Everything we tried was tasty and well prepared, and the variety made it easy to order across different styles. We ordered a mix of dishes, and everything arrived quickly, which made the meal feel smooth and easy.

Comfortable space, smooth service
The atmosphere stands out with its wooden interior and spacious layout. It feels comfortable and relaxed without being cramped. There is also an outdoor balcony-style seating area, which looked appealing, although we chose to sit inside because of the heat. It seems like a good spot for cooler days when sitting outside would be more enjoyable.
The service was excellent, and everything ran efficiently from start to finish. Prices felt fair for what you get. We would come back.
They have an English menu available. Reservations are not required. Credit card is accepted.
Saitado Takadanobaba 居酒家 さいたどう – Review

Summary
A comfortable izakaya with variety and consistency 👍
Saitado Takadanobaba in Tokyo is a wide-ranging izakaya serving yakitori, fried dishes, rice, ramen, and small plates, all well prepared and consistently tasty. The wooden, spacious interior and optional outdoor seating create a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere, supported by fast and excellent service. With an English menu available, no reservations required, and fair pricing, it is an easy place to return to.
Details of the Restaurant
Saitado Takadanobaba 居酒家 さいたどう
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XAsxNyq9FrWvL5no9
〒169-0075 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Takadanobaba, 3 Chome−3−23 シャトレ高田馬場 1F
🤔 Other places to try
For another good place in the area, I recommend Tonkatsu Hinata とんかつ ひなた. For another good place for this kind of food in Tokyo, I recommend Yakitori BIRD LAND Ginza バードランド.
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