Best Takoyaki in Tokyo
5 restaurants compared
Price range: ¥200.00 – ¥1200.00
Avg recommendation: 95%
Top 5 Takoyaki in Tokyo (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 5 restaurants:
- Gindaco — score 99/100, ¥538.00 (Citywide)
- Kushikatsu Tanaka — score 97/100, ¥1200.00 (Citywide)
- Gindaco — score 97/100, ¥650.00 (Citywide)
- Gindaco — score 94/100, ¥600.00 (Citywide)
- Ameyoko Market — score 90/100, ¥200.00 (Ueno)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 99/100
Gindaco
Citywide·$
Traditional Takoyaki (8 pieces)
¥538.00
Signature crispy octopus balls brushed with savory soy-based sauce, mayonnaise, and seaweed flakes.
Tip: These are remarkably hot! The interior is almost liquid, so be careful with the first bite. The 'fry-finish' makes them much crispier than standard street stall versions. Try them with a cold draft beer for the ultimate izakaya-style experience.
#2Score 97/100
Kushikatsu Tanaka
Citywide·$$
DIY Takoyaki (20 pieces)
¥1200.00
Fun, table-side experience where diners cook their own octopus balls on a specialized griddle.
Tip: This is non-negotiable for a group! It's the best way to start the meal. Ask the staff for a demonstration if it's your first time—they are pros at flipping. The more crispy the outside, the better the texture.
#3Score 97/100
Gindaco
Citywide·$
Cheese and Mentaiko Takoyaki
¥650.00
Signature crispy octopus balls topped with a rich blend of melting cheese and spicy pollack roe.
Tip: The cheese and mentaiko is non-negotiable! The combination of the salty roe and the molten cheese is remarkably addictive. It's the most savory bite on the menu—don't share it if you can help it.
#4Score 94/100
Gindaco
Citywide·$
Teritama Takoyaki
¥600.00
Crispy octopus balls glazed with sweet teriyaki sauce and topped with soft-scrambled egg salad.
#5Score 90/100
Ameyoko Market
Ueno·$
Minatoya Takoyaki
¥200.00
Octopus dumplings served hot - 4 pieces for ¥200, 6 pieces for ¥300.