Restaurant Details

It takes something special for a local restaurant to be visited by international baseball star Shohei Ohtani.

But then again, A-list celebrities and all-star athletes are a usual sight at Monja Maguroya Nishinaka, one of Tokyo’s legendary monjayaki specialty restaurants that is proving that the cousin to Osaka’s okonomiyaki is just as delicious as other gourmet classics.

The store is the latest outpost of the Maguroya brand, located along the charmingly local Tsukishima Monjayaki Street — a lively, albeit narrow, street lined with around 80 local eateries specializing in one thing: monjayaki. Similar to okonomiyaki, monjayaki is made by mixing flour, water, cabbage and other toppings but has a looser batter. The mixture is cooked on a hot griddle, and diners eat it directly from the grill with a small spatula.

Of course, Monja Maguroya Nishinaka is more than just a celebrity hotspot. The store’s monjayaki “soup,” which crisps up once poured onto the flat-top grill, is made with a secret dashi and seasoning. Tempura bits from the famous Tempura Kondo in Ginza add an irresistible crunch to the gooey texture. Standouts like the seafood monja, brings in octopus, abalone, shrimp and squid from Toyosu Market. There’s even an Italian-inspired pancake made with tomato and cheese.

Interestingly, the store is also famous for its ultra-tender bluefin tuna sashimi, especially the kamatoro—the fattiest part near the collar and jaw. Its marbling is so rich it resembles wagyu beef.

Despite its fame, the restaurant retains a provincial soul. The dining tables are equipped with teppan grills, and the striking red color scheme creates a warm atmosphere. Don’t be surprised if you spot your favorite Japanese actor walking in.

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Remarks

• Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below is an example and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Business Days

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Address

1-20-5 Tsukishima, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0052

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Access Info

• Monja Maguroya Nishinaka is a 2-minute walk from Tsukushima Station (Exit 7).

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Phone Number

Monja Maguroya Nishinaka Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.