Breakfast in Shinjuku: 6 Excellent Dining Options at Cafes and Hotels

If your hotel provides breakfast, it is undoubtedly the most convenient option. But after a few days, it can quickly become boring.

Shinjuku boasts restaurants and cafes with excellent breakfast menus. Continue reading to learn about six breakfast locations carefully selected by MATCHA editors.

Top Breakfast Places in Shinjuku

1. Shinjuku Washington Hotel
2. Sarabeth's LUMINE 2 Shinjuku
3. TORAYA CAFE AN STAND
4. Verve Coffee Roasters
5. Blue Bottle Coffee
6. Paul Bassett Shinjuku

1. Explore International Flavors at Shinjuku Washington Hotel

Picture courtesy of Shinjuku Washington Hotel
The Shinjuku Washington Hotel is preferred for independent travelers and business guests due to its convenient transport links, including the direct limousine bus service to the airport.

They recently introduced a special program called "Spice Up Your Morning," which aims to help gourmands savor traditional French cuisine. All branches nationwide will offer the crispy on the outside and soft on the inside "Croissant au Beurre" (butter croissant) and classic desserts such as "Canelé" and "Macaron," allowing guests to enjoy the sweetest flavors in the morning luxuriously. (Available from July 1 to September 8, 2024)

Picture courtesy of Shinjuku Washington Hotel
Even if you miss the limited-time dishes, the Shinjuku Washington Hotel main building offers a buffet-style breakfast on the 25th floor. This breakfast spread includes Edo-style local cuisine, steaks, fresh salads, and various choices. Guests can also enjoy the iconic cityscape of Shinjuku while dining.

Breakfast menu
Adults: 2,200 yen (with tax)
Children: elementary school students (ages 7 to 12) 1,210 yen (with tax), toddlers (ages 3 to 6): 660 yen

Shinjuku Washington Hotel
Address: 3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
Access: Approx. 8 minutes on foot from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit through the underground passage (Open from 6:00 to 22:45), or 5 minutes on foot from Tochomae Station on the Toei Oedo Line

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2. Sarabeth's New York Breakfast Queen Shinjuku Store

Sarabeth's New York's Breakfast Queen sweets-centric restaurant is a hit in New York and enjoys a certain level of fame worldwide.

The flagship store was established in 1981 in Manhattan's Upper West Side. Its elegant, high-class, yet relaxed brand style has been popular with New Yorkers for over 35 years.

Recently, a branch opened in Taiwan, where making a reservation is quite difficult! In Tokyo, a branch is located in the Lumine 2 shopping mall near the south exit of Shinjuku Station.

Among their most classic breakfast items are the Strawberry French Toast, Orchard Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, and the classic Eggs Benedict, available from morning till evening.

The most popular item, their French Toast, has sold millions worldwide. It offers an endlessly delightful experience with its thick outer layer, rich egg flavor, and soft texture when you take a bite, paired with homemade fruit preserves.

The classic Eggs Benedict features poached eggs served on English muffins with Hollandaise sauce. The natural sweetness of the butter blends perfectly with the savory flavor of the poached eggs, creating an impeccable taste.

Sarabeth's LUMINE 2 Shinjuku
Address: 2F Lumine Shinjuku, 3-38-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
Hours: 9:00 - 21:00

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3. Taste Authentic Red Bean Jam at TORAYA CAFE AN STAND

Since the renovation of Minami-Shinjuku Station (New South) exit and the opening of NEWoMaN, a center that gathers the latest fashion and culinary experiences, numerous unique stores have set up shop there.

One such store is the traditional Japanese confectionery shop, which has a history spanning 500 years in Kyoto and is significant in Japan's souvenir industry. They have opened a new type of store called TORAYA CAFE AN STAND in this location.

An absolute must-try at the Shinjuku store is their red bean paste bread. Made with red beans from Hokkaido and filled with cream cheese, it is refreshing and not overly sweet. It's the perfect snack for a quick bite when feeling peckish.

The Red Bean Paste Toast at TORAYA CAFE AN STAND combines sweet red bean paste and skinless red bean paste from Kyoto, allowing you to indulge in two distinct textures along with butter. You can also pair it with unsweetened red bean tea, which extracts the nutritional components from the red beans. This drink is not bitter but instead exudes a rich tea aroma.

TORAYA CAFE AN STAND
Address: 2F NEWoMan Shinjuku, 5-24-55 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
Hours: 10:00 - 21:00

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4. Sip Fresh Roasted Coffee at Verve Coffee Roasters

Originating from California, Verve Coffee Roasters opened its first store in Japan on the 2nd floor of NEWoMan Shinjuku. They adhere to the "Seed to Cup" philosophy, ensuring transparency from cultivating beans to serving guests a perfectly crafted cup of coffee.

The Shinjuku NEWoMan branch is their first overseas outlet and offers exclusive Tokyo limited edition merchandise that even U.S. stores do not have.

One of the most distinctive drinks here is the Nitro Coffee, a nitrogen-infused coffee that stands out for its velvety foam. While the drink resembles a beer, it has a smooth texture and moderate bitterness. Their menu includes croissants, purple shiso Danish bread, and more.

Verve Coffee Roasters
Address: 2F NEWoMan Shinjuku, 5-24-55 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
Hours: 7:00 - 22:00

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5. Blue Bottle Coffee

Dubbed as the "Apple of the coffee world," Blue Bottle Coffee from San Francisco also has a shop in NEWoMan Shinjuku.

Their store features an open layout with a 360-degree island bar where customers can interact with the baristas. Conveniently located near Shinjuku Station, it's a great spot for a quick morning coffee or simply relaxing after a shopping spree.

Their Shinjuku store offers classic meat pie and spicy pork pie. The pastry crust is crispy with a rich texture. For those with a sweet tooth, they also have red bean cream-filled pastries that are fragrant and creamy. (The photo provided is from another branch).

Blue Bottle Coffee Shinjuku
Address: 4-1-6 Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
Hours: Monday to Saturday 8:00 - 21:00, Sunday 8:00 - 20:30

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6. Paul Bassett Shinjuku

Located near the West Exit of Shinjuku, away from the bustling areas, Paul Bassett sits amidst office buildings. The head barista, Mr. Shuichi Sasaki, is the first Japanese to win the World AeroPress® Championship.

With a focus on ensuring the taste and quality of each cup of coffee, the prices remain reasonable to allow both local office workers and travelers to enjoy carefully crafted brews.

Their diverse coffee menu features options like the less common Flat White in Japan, allowing patrons to savor their roasted coffee beans. During breakfast hours (until 11:00), there are limited quantities of dishes such as sauteed potato eggs, American-style pancakes, croissant salad sandwiches, Danish pastries, and more.

Paul Bassett Shinjuku Store
Address: B1F Shinjuku Nomura Building, 1-26-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo
Access: 6 minutes on foot from JR and private railway lines at Shinjuku Station
Hours: weekdays 7:30 - 20:30, weekends 9:00 - 19:00

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Enjoy a Delicious Breakfast in Shinjuku!

Shinjuku offers a treasure trove of breakfast eateries, from the famous New York Breakfast Queen Sarabeth's to Blue Bottle Coffee, the traditional Japanese flavors reinvented at TORAYA CAFE, and the world champion brewed coffee. After reading about these breakfast spots in Shinjuku, are you starting to plan what you'll have for breakfast every morning in Tokyo?