Best Wagyu Beef in Tokyo – Top 26 Steakhouses

The highly sought after wagyu (literally “Japanese cow”), refers to specific breeds of cattle that come from a direct, traceable and pure bloodline. There are four wagyu breeds: black (accounting for more than 90% of wagyu beef), brown/red, shorthorn and polled. With a smooth and velvety texture, juicy flavor and a delicate taste, wagyu beef really is the best of the best. 

Japan prides itself on the quality of its steak, so it’s no surprise to that the nation’s capital has some of the best steakhouses anywhere. Find Tokyo steakhouses everywhere, serving up steak in a variety of ways, for a variety of prices. To help you out, we’ve undertaken the arduous task of filtering the average from the excellent to produce a definitive list of the 26 best steakhouses in Tokyo (in no particular order). 

1. Ruby Jack’s Steakhouse & Bar

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Located in Ark Hills South Tower in Tokyo’s Akasaka district, Ruby Jack’s Steakhouse & Bar is a classic steakhouse set in contemporary yet comfortable surroundings. This steakhouse is popular with committed carnivores, with a complimentary all-American atmosphere. The wagyu beef is A5 in quality (the best) and is fittingly pricey, as is the norm for an A5 steak in Tokyo.

Website: Ruby Jack’s Steakhouse & Bar

Address: 1-4-5 (Ark Hills South Tower 2F) Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:00 am– 2:00 am (Monday to Saturday) and 11:00 am– 00:00 am (Sunday)

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥20,000

2. Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Marunouchi Branch

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Not only does Wolfgang’s serve phenomenal New York sirloin, ribeye and prime steak, it also has a rich variety of appetizers and side dishes. The thickly-sliced sizzling bacon is an exquisite dish and the seafood is fresh and expertly prepared. It’d be a good idea to book well in advance if you want a prime dinnertime table. 

Website: Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

Address: 2-1-1 (Marunouchi MY PLAZA Hall B1F), Chiyoda, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:30 am–11:30 pm 

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥20,000

3. Outback Steakhouse Shibuya Branch

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Outback Steakhouse is an Australian-themed casual dining restaurant chain hailing originally from the USA. All the meat is Australian in origin and heavily seasoned with a special 17-spice blend. Weight watchers beware, Outback Steakhouse fries its food in beef tallow and uses real butter and heavy cream in many dishes – making for a decadently rich dining experience. 

Website: Outback Steakhouse

Address: 34-1 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo

Business Hours: 5:00 pm- 11:00 pm (Weekdays) and 11:30 am–11:00 pm (Weekend)

Price: ¥2,000〜 ¥10,000

4. Steakhouse B&M Meguro Branch

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Steakhouse B&M is a high-quality steakhouse, specializing in wagyu beef. The price range is fairly large, depending on the variety and weight of your meat. Pair your steak with their delicious mashed potatoes for a real treat. 

Website: Steakhouse B&M

Address: 2-24-12 (Image Studio 109 2F) Shimo, Meguro, Tokyo

Business Hours: 6:00 pm- 02:00 am (Weekdays) and 05:30 pm–01:00 am (Weekend)

Price: ¥1,100〜 ¥10,000

5. Aragawa

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As the name suggests, Meat Yazawa uses only A5 quality wagyu beef. The meat is exceptionally rich in flavor and the “meatball” (“Hamburg” in Japan) is also superb. Considering the quality of the meat, the prices here are fantastic, even for those on a budget. 

Website: Beef Hamburger Meat Yazawa

7. New York Grill

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If you’re keen to try kobe beef, do it in style on the 52nd floor of The Hotel Park Hyatt, one of the tallest towers in Tokyo. The view is almost as heavenly as the food on offer, which includes so many side dishes, starters and varieties of high-end kobe beef that you’ll stuggle to choose between.

Website: New York Grill

Address:  3-7-1-2 Nishi (Park Hyatt Tokyo 52F), Shinjuku, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:30 am- 14:30 pm/05:30 pm- 10:00 pm 

Price: ¥10,00〜 ¥25,000

8. Grilled Aging Beef

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Grilled Aging Beef Steakhouse serves excellent dried, aged Japanese wagyu beef, with a variety of different cuts and weights to choose from. The beef is excellent and said to be as good as kobe. As a bonus, they even have English speaking staff and an English menu available.

Website: Grilled Aging Beef

Address: 2-1 Agebaho, Shinjuku, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:30 am- 14:00 pm/05:00 pm- 11:30 pm (Weekdays) and 05:00 pm- 11:30 pm (Weekend)

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥8,000

9. Gyu-an Ginza

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If you want real kobe beef, this is the place to visit. You won’t have much choice anyway, for it’s the only thing on the menu – so you can imagine they’ve probably learnt a thing or two about preparing it. Gyu-an is a traditional Japanese steakhouse where you take your shoes off and live out the whole experience in an authentic setting. The kobe beef is expensive but worth it. Moreover, the staff is friendly and there’s an English Menu – everything you need to enjoy yourself!

10. Hakusyu Teppanyaki

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Hakushu is a small, family owned restaurant run by just three people. It’s a good choice if you want to eat some kobe beef, though a little expensive. But it’s worth it! Engaging and friendly staff, good value for money and exquisite food – what more could you ask for?

Website: Hakusyu Teppanyaki’s Facebook

Address: 17-10 Sakuragaokacho (MCD Building 1F), Shibuya, Tokyo 

Business Hours: 05:30 pm- 11:00 pm (Monday-Saturday)

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥8,000 

11. Metropolitan Grill

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12. Teppanyaki Grow Roppongi Branch

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Superior quality wagyu is a priority at Teppanyaki Grow. Find here only the highest grade A5 beef here and you can guarantee it will be cooked to perfection on a teppanyaki iron hot plate. Choose from five set meal options, each designed to showcase the meat. Beginning with wagyu sushi, you’ll be introduced to different cuts of the wagyu course by course. A fantastically assured dining experience. 

Website: Teppanyaki Grow

Address: 3-8-7 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:30 am-2:00 pm/ 05:00 pm- 11:00 pm (Monday-Saturday)

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥10,000 

13. 37 Steakhouse & Bar

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In the grand tradition of New York-style steakhouses, 37 Steakhouse & Bar aims to bring the unique flavors of aged steak to Tokyo. The steakhouse affords views of both Tokyo Tower and sakura (when in season), with a menu centering on beef (mainly Australian) aged in-house for 21 days. The star of the menu is the Black Angus boneless rib steak (served with both whole-grain and the house’s sweet basil mustard), weighing in at either a generous 350g or extravagant 600g!

Website: 37 Steakhouse & Bar

Address: 6-15-1 Roppongi (Keyakizaka Terrace 2F), Minato, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:00 am-3:30 pm/ 05:30 pm- 11:30 pm (Weekdays) and 11:00 -4:00 pm/ 5:30 pm- 11:30pm (Weekend)

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥10,000 

14. Kia Ora Steak & Grill

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This steakhouse serves up beef from New Zeland in front of dazzling views of Marunouchi and the Imperial Palace on the 46th-floor of Shiodome’s Caretta skyscraper. You’ll also find Kiwi lamb and original salads on offer, all at surprisingly reasonable prices. A basic lunch set starts at 1,200 yen, while the steaks begin at 2,500 yen during the day. Doubling, however, at dinner time.

Website: Kia Ora Steak & Grill

Address: 1-8-2 Higashi-Shinbashi (Caretta Shiodome Dentsu Building 46F), Minato, Tokyo 

Business Hours: 11:30 am-2:30 pm/ 05:00 pm- 11:00 pm (Monday-Saturday) and 11:30 am-2:30 pm/ 05:00 pm- 10:30 pm on Sunday

Price: ¥1,500〜 ¥5,000 

15. Teppanyaki Yamanami

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16. Ikinari Steak Shinjuku Nichome Branch

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17. Dons De La Nature

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18. Kobe Beef Bifteck Kawamura

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19. Raimuraito (旬菜ステーキ処 らいむらいと)

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 21. BLT Steak Ginza Branch

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BLT Steak is an American (NYC) steakhouse, first opening in Japan inside the Izumi Garden complex in September of 2014. A classic meat eatery crossed with an American bistro, this place serves fresh salads and seafood delicacies in addition to its prime meat. If you miss your home steaks, this is the place to go!

Website: BLT Steak

Address:  5-4-6 Ginza (Royal Crystal Ginza 8F), Chuo, Tokyo

Business Hours: 11:30 am-3;00pm/ 5:00 pm-11:00 pm 

Price: ¥5,000〜 ¥20,000

22. Vimon

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23. Estaji Grill & Beer (エスタジ グリル＆ビア)

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Sanbiki No Kubata steakhouse is a chic restaurant in an inconspicuous back alley next to Monzen-Nakacho Station. Their main business is steak but, come lunchtime, they offer chargrilled burger meals (¥1,050) as well. The patty is perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy and flavourful on the inside.

Website: Sambikinokobuta’s Tabelog

Address: 1-26-9 Tomioka, Koto, Tokyo

Business Hours 11:30 am-02:00 pm/ 5:00 pm-10:30 pm (Tuesday-Friday) and 12:00 -3:00 pm/ 5:00 pm-9:00 pm (Weekend)

Price: ¥1,000〜 ¥3,000

25. Restaurant ASA

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26. Shima

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Shima is one of the best places in town to get premium steaks. For its quality, the price is more than reasonable. You also get to enjoy the spectacle that is Chef Oshima Manabu carving up your beautiful marbled meat. In addition to this, their seafood platter makes for a great starter.   

Website: Shima’s Tabelog

Address: 3-5-12 Nihombashi, Chuo, Tokyo

Business Hours: 12:00 pm- 1:00 pm/6:00 pm- 9:00 pm (Monday-Saturday)

Price: ¥15,000~ ¥30,000