Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho

An atmospheric alley in the old style with bars and pubs. Crowded with customers, so you won't necessarily find a seat. Visited in 2024

Just kicked out from this one, the moment we had our beers drunk after he made us pay when we clearly hadn’t ask for the bill. With a very rude face and persistent disturbing look, he clearly showed us the way out with his hand.. have your beers somewhere else.

Wonderfully quaint with delicious sake and whisky options. The walnut tofu was excellent as was the duck soba. Warm service!

Love it, many many very small bars, standing bars. For those who doesn’t look for rest or fancy seating. Very authentic and local experience

Nonbei Yokocho, often referred to as "Drunkard's Alley," is a narrow, atmospheric alleyway located near Shibuya Station in Tokyo. This hidden gem is filled with tiny, intimate bars, most of which can only accommodate a handful of customers at a time. The area exudes a nostalgic charm, with many of the establishments retaining a retro, Showa-era ambiance. It's a popular spot for those looking to enjoy a quiet drink in a cozy, authentic setting, away from the bustling crowds of Shibuya. ### How to Get There: To reach Nonbei Yokocho, you can take the following steps: 1. **By Train**: Take a train to **Shibuya Station**, one of Tokyo's major transit hubs, served by several lines including the JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, and Fukutoshin Line. 2. **Exit the Station**: Once at Shibuya Station, head towards the **Hachiko Exit**. This exit is famous for the Hachiko Statue, a popular meeting point. 3. **Walk to Nonbei Yokocho**: From the Hachiko Exit, cross the iconic Shibuya Crossing and head towards the area beneath the railway tracks. Nonbei Yokocho is located just a short walk from the crossing, along the right side of the railway tracks (if facing the station). Look for a small entrance marked by red lanterns and signs indicating "Nonbei Yokocho." The alley is just a few minutes' walk from Shibuya Station, making it easily accessible for those exploring the Shibuya area.

You will mesmerized by this alley. It looks very unique and traditional, obviously you need to pay everything in cash. Ask the price in advance

Bad service a month ago- frequent mistakes, the chaos and no respect for clients especially deaf and carefully showing their soup wanted. Food very good but the very bad service is the mark of this restaurant. I dont recommend but I admit that the Chief was very good, understood this situation and gave me refund ( i did not Pay for the mistaken soup)

Beautiful & nostalgic, filled with great izakaya spots with beer, sake or sochu and the meal of the night. Every owner is a chef & the food is delicious. I recommend getting a bite in at least 3 spots

Yasaiya's hidden away in the quaint Nonbei Yokocho. It's a few steps from Shibuya Station, though there aren't any signs pointing to it, so if you don't look for it, you'll miss it. Vegetable yakitori and sake is the name of the game here. As the name hints, it's a vegetable shop. The shiitake mushrooms with wasabi stood out from the other grilled vegetable dishes I tried. But the best item I ordered was the only meat option on the menu - duck breast. You can have it made 2 ways, with either ponzu sauce or salt. Since the portions are small, I elected to order both ways. The ponzu was good, but probably masked most of the taste. The salted duck, in my opinion, was much better. Yasaiya isn't cheap and the bill can add up quick with a few dishes, drinks, and the "cover" fee that a lot these small places charge. A definite recommendation for a small snack, but wouldn't suggest coming here with any empty stomach.