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東京都新宿区歌舞伎町1-16-1 新宿EX2ビル 2F
Near Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta.
About this spot
Tucked away on the second floor of Shinjuku EX2 Building, Shinsen serves hearty beef stews that rival traditional Chinese braised dishes found in Sichuan restaurants. The star is undoubtedly the Beef Stew Mapo Tofu Flavor (2200), which layers spicy numbing heat with rich beef broth for a bold flavor punch. Start your meal with the Enoki Mushroom Salad (880) to cut through the richness before diving into the signature braised brisket.
💡 Tips before you go
- Order the Beef Stew Mapo Tofu Flavor if you want a spicy kick that differs from standard Chinese curry flavors.
- Save room for the Cucumber Salted Salad (880) as a refreshing palate cleanser between courses.
- Ask for extra rice when ordering the beef stew to soak up the savory, thick sauce.
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Common Questions
How much does Shinsen cost?
Prices range from 2,000 yen (approx. $15) for appetizers like the Potato Tofu Salad to 2,999 yen (approx. $23) for the full beef stew set.
Where is Shinsen?
Located at 1-16-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, on the 2nd floor of Shinjuku EX2 Building near Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station.
What makes their beef stew unique?
Unlike standard curry rice, Shinsen offers five distinct broth flavors including Tomato and Soy Sauce, with the Mapo Tofu version adding a signature spicy numbing sensation to the braised brisket.
About this page
Restaurant: Shinsen
Cuisine: Chinese,Ramen
Location: Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Nearest station: Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta.
Rating: Good — Worth a visit
Price: ¥2,000–2,999 (~$13-20)
Source: Curated from local review platforms