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About this place
Spreading across the underground concourse near the Tobu Tojo Line North Exit, Ikechika Dining is a convenient culinary zone where you can pick a meal to suit whatever you are in the mood for. With an array of options ranging from Thai cuisine and soba to Chinese cooking, sushi, bakeries, and cafes, it stands as a dependable destination whenever you find yourself wondering what to eat around Ikebukuro Station.
Among its options, Thai Street Food By Krung Siam draws steady acclaim for street-food staples such as pad thai tossed in a sweet-and-sour sauce, hearty Thai suki, and fragrant green curry. Lunchtime sets come served with fresh spring rolls and soup, making the spot especially handy for a quick midday meal rich in authentic flavors.
For cleaner Japanese flavors, the soba izakaya Sobakichi makes an appealing stop. Alongside buckwheat noodles served in a light broth, lunch features generous combination sets paired with tendon (tempura rice bowls), oyakodon, or katsudon. Come evening, the space shifts naturally into an izakaya setting where you can linger over small plates and drinks.
The concourse accommodates different styles of visits, whether you want to unwind with beer or sours alongside Chinese small plates, dim sum, and yakisoba, or simply take a break over coffee at a cafe. Open from 11:00 to 23:00, it fits seamlessly into everyday station life—be it for an after-work drink, an unhurried solo meal, or a quick bite between connections.
