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Japanese
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Beer/Wine
ポレポレなぎの森 is a small place where the non-English-speaking owner is also the chef. Offers organic wine, beer and a German Weizenbier. Closed 3rd Tuesday of month and occasionally for special events. Reported closed, Jun 2017.
10 Reviews
First Review by KerstinSHaring
paulkates
Points +1888
Excellent place close to Shimokitazawa! - Edit
A quaint restaurant located less than a 10min walk from Shimokitazawa station. Gracious host/owner, excellent food but (sad to say) it will be closing for good on July 18, 2017. Takeshi (the owner) and family will be moving out of Tokyo. Go while you still can!
Read morePros: Excellent service, Excellent food, Excellent value
Cons: Closing soon :(
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LaurenIpsum
Points +31
Great food, cozy environment, gracious owner - Edit
A tiny place on a quiet side-street, with beautifully-prepared fresh food. The owner/chef/server is very friendly and sweet. The Shimokitazawa neighbourhood is vibrant and exciting to explore.
Read morePros: Great location, Lovely owner, Fantastic fresh food
Cons: Small portions
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Joncolours
Points +53
location is wrong and it's closing in May! - Edit
Beware the address on happy cow is wrong! Use this link
Read morehttps://g.co/kgs/q6xAe5 or search for pole pole shimokitazawa in Google.
Had a great time there. However the owner is moving out of Tokyo in a May, and closing shop.
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Shanghai Sally
Points +349
charming and delicious - Edit
Quiet spot in a sweet little neighborhood. The owner/chef was friendly and served great food- I had a plate and my husband tried the burdock dish of the day. Presentation was great and meal was relaxing and so enjoyable. Care and thought was put into each detail. Very enjoyable.
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tamsinroses
Points +16
delicious and delightful - Edit
This is such a great place. The owner and chef Takeshi was not only a great chef but also an amazing guy. He made our two visits really special. Delicious food. Amazing sangria.
Read morePros: chef and owner Takeshi, delicious large plate, Korean pancake
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Lauratilley
Points +20
AMAZING!!!! - Edit
So cute and great!!! The man cooked my pasta from scratch and it smelt amazing through the kitchen - it also taSted incredible !!!!! Can't reccommend this place enough , super close walk from the station!!!!!
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liasailor
Points +52
Cozy and friendly place - Edit
I decided to have luch here since I was going from Daitabashi to Shimokitazawa and it's pretty much in between. The place felt very warm and cozy, and was nicely decorated. The owner was very helpful and friendly, and we talked (as far as my japanese level let me) while he prepared my meal. The menu had a very wide variety of dishes, which I personally love, and included a soup and a bowl of rice. I found everything to be delicious. The menu was 1500¥, which I think is a reasonable price for quality ingredients and food made with care. I will sure be back before leaving Tokyo.
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Haymehhker
Points +129
Good food good people - Edit
Only a short walk from Shimokitazawa and Shindaita train stations on the Inokaishira train line this little restaurant deserves a visit for its hospitality and great food. The chef and his family are awesome and the menu may be small but it is varied and hearty with generous servings. If you are a large group you should call ahead as its capacity is probably around 15 people. I've eaten here several times on separate trips to Tokyo and it will always be a must visit for me for the good conversation and great food. Prices are on or below average for Tokyo.
Read morePros: Generous servings, good food., Warm and welcoming, Convienent location.
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MrCo
Points +51
Cozy place and delicious food - Edit
You ll find this restaurant in a quiet street in a must see neighborhood Shimokitazawa
Read moreOwner who is also a cook is very friendly and speaks English. Place is small and cozy. We had a lunch specials : deep fried soy with brown rice and curry. It was delicious and came with various cooked vegetables and pickles.
Pros: Friendly, great food
Cons: No english menu but owner will chat with you and e
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KerstinSHaring
Points +27
yummy - Edit
I went there several times and every time the food was really good. There is an "evening plate" which is Japanese style food with is a selection whatever is in season (changes daily) with brown rice and Miso soup. All strictly vegan.
Read moreThe owner is also the cook is this small place and is very nice. He only speaks very few English, but I found out he named the place after his little family which is so charming.
My recommendation is the organic German Weizenbier with your diner and if you are still not full, have some of the cakes for dessert.
Pros: excellent food, good value, nice vibe
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