譚仔三哥 タムジャイサムゴー 新宿中央通り店 (Tamjai Samgor Shinjuku Chuo-dori) is a Hong Kong spice-noodle restaurant at Shinjuku Corne Saka-zume Building, 1F–2F, 3-28-16 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022. A Tokyo outpost of the Hong Kong mixian specialist recognized with Michelin Bib Gourmand honors for three consecutive years, it draws travelers for springy rice noodles, deeply aromatic soups and a choose-your-own heat level in the center of Shinjuku’s shopping district.
What to Expect at 譚仔三哥 タムジャイサムゴー 新宿中央通り店
The format is focused and customizable: choose one of seven original soups, set the spice level from 10 stages, then build the bowl with meat, vegetables, seafood or Hong Kong-style additions. Mixian is the star. Originating in Yunnan, these rice-and-water noodles are cooked to order, with a pleasantly bouncy bite that carries the restaurant’s layered combination of fragrance, numbing pepper, sharp chili heat and fresh ingredients.
Start with the clear soup, ¥660, for the house’s foundational savory depth, or choose the classic mala soup at ¥720 for a numbing, spicy profile. Tomato soup, ¥780, brings sweetness and acidity; Samgor San La, ¥780, combines spice with Chinese vinegar; and the coconut-fragrant Sa Sa, ¥780, adds seafood-rich roundness. Toppings make the meal substantial: chicken breast and Hong Kong-style minced meat are ¥200 each, while beef, beef brisket, shrimp and baby squid offer more indulgent additions.
- Cooked-to-order mixian: Rice noodles made from rice and water, prepared fresh for each order rather than presented as Japanese ramen.
- Seven soup choices: Options include Mala, Tomato, Sa Sa, Wu La, Clear, Samgor San La and San La.
- Ten heat stages: Diners can calibrate spice from gentle to seriously hot; Clear and San La soups have fixed seasoning.
- Hong Kong-style toppings: Fish balls, triangular fried tofu, shrimp balls, luncheon meat and sliced rice cake give bowls a distinctly Hong Kong character.
- Two-floor Shinjuku setting: The restaurant occupies the first and second floors of the Shinjuku Corne Saka-zume Building, moments from Isetan.
譚仔三哥 タムジャイサムゴー 新宿中央通り店 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Shinjuku Corne Saka-zume Building 1F–2F, 3-28-16 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Shinjuku 3-chome, beside the Isetan Shinjuku shopping area |
| Operating Hours | Sun–Thu 11am–10pm, last order 9:30pm; Fri–Sat 11am–11pm, last order 10:30pm |
| Admission / Price Range | No admission; noodle soups from ¥660–¥780, with toppings from ¥110 |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 45 to 60 minutes |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Shinjuku-sanchome Station on the Marunouchi, Fukutoshin and Toei Shinjuku lines; JR Shinjuku East Exit is a short walk. Paid parking is available around Isetan Shinjuku. |
| Official Website & Phone | tjsamgor.jp · 03-3341-2772 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Arrive close to the 11am opening for the easiest lunch seating, or come after the main noon rush. Friday and Saturday are the best nights for a later bowl, with service continuing until 11pm. First-time diners should begin at a low-to-medium spice setting: mala’s Sichuan-pepper-style tingle and the sharper chili-driven soups can build quickly. The menu is especially useful for groups with different appetites because ingredients can be selected individually; vegetable choices include bok choy, spinach, wood ear mushrooms, bean sprouts and coriander.
Shinjuku-sanchome Station is the most convenient rail stop, linking the restaurant to Tokyo Metro’s Marunouchi and Fukutoshin lines and the Toei Shinjuku Line. The JR Shinjuku Station East Exit is also walkable through the department-store district. Dining is arranged across 1F and 2F; guests who require step-free seating or have a stroller or wheelchair should call before arriving to discuss the most suitable arrangement. Within a 5-to-15-minute walk, pair lunch with Isetan Shinjuku, the torii and lanterns of Hanazono Shrine, or the lawns and formal gardens of Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best times to visit Tamjai Samgor Shinjuku?
The restaurant opens at 11am daily. Sunday through Thursday it closes at 10pm, while Friday and Saturday extend to 11pm; arrive at opening or after the midday rush for a more relaxed meal. Last orders are 9:30pm on Sun–Thu and 10:30pm on Fri–Sat.
How much does a bowl of mixian cost?
Listed soup bases run from ¥660 for Clear soup to ¥780 for Tomato, Sa Sa and Samgor San La. Add toppings according to appetite: vegetables begin at ¥110, and chicken, minced meat, beef and seafood additions generally range from ¥180 to ¥260. See the official menu for the current selection.
How long should I allow for a meal?
Allow 45 to 60 minutes for choosing a broth, customizing toppings and eating at a comfortable pace. It works well as a fast but satisfying lunch between Isetan and Shinjuku Gyoen, or as a late casual dinner after shopping in Shinjuku.
Is Tamjai Samgor suitable for families and diners with dietary needs?
Families can make mild, customized bowls by selecting a low spice stage and choosing familiar additions such as chicken, corn-like young corn or fish balls. The noodles themselves are made from rice and water, but soups and toppings vary; diners managing allergies, gluten or animal-product restrictions should confirm ingredients directly with staff before ordering.
When planning your Hong Kong travel guide or comparing verified cantonese restaurant and mandarin restaurant in Hong Kong, pair this stop with standout local spots including racines, Feuille, Hong Kong Museum of History, and Hong Kong Restaurant 0410 Shokuandori (0.8 km away).
