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Tokyo Loco Bowl

82 Willoughby Rd, Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia

Recommended by 29 people

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82 Willoughby Rd, Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia

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+61 450 674 748
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tokyo Loco Bowl

Hearty Japanese rice and udon bowls arrive fast and fresh at this casual Crows Nest canteen. Long wooden share benches recall a Tokyo yatai, built for swift workday lunches or relaxed weeknight dinners. Regulars lean toward the modular bowls—pairing chicken, pork katsu, or tofu with signature misodare over rice or chewy noodles. Plates come generously packed alongside crisp salad, accompanied by free hot genmaicha on tap.

  • Signature Misodare Bowls: Modular donburi and udon bowls pair crisp proteins or tofu with signature savory misodare sauce.
  • Complimentary Genmaicha: Dine-in guests help themselves to complimentary hot roasted tea on tap throughout the meal.
  • Yatai-Style Canteen: Long communal wooden benches echo informal Tokyo street stalls for quick, no-fuss dining.
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Why Dine at Tokyo Loco Bowl

Why locals count on Tokyo Loco Bowl for satisfying, speedy Japanese comfort food in Crows Nest.

  • Generous, Budget-Friendly Bowls

    Hearty donburi rice and udon noodle bowls are assembled swiftly with generous proteins and balanced greens at an accessible everyday price point.

    Really great place for a inexpensive, tasty and filling meal.

    L.L. Wynn

  • Modular Donburi and Udon Combinations

    Guests customize their base with donburi rice or udon noodles paired with signature Japanese sauces like misodare miso BBQ.

    The misodare chicken is good with everything, rice, salad or noodles.

    P K

  • Complimentary Roasted Green Tea on Tap

    Dine-in guests are welcomed with complimentary self-serve roasted genmaicha and hot green tea on tap.

    This is the only Japanese restaurant I've come across that has complimentary hot green tea available

    Jo Son

  • Authentic Yatai-Style Dining Ambiance

    Long wooden benches and an open counter layout capture the informal dining atmosphere of a Tokyo yatai stall.

    It does reminds me of a truly Japanese food stall or a Yatai (屋台) with long benches.

    Marcos Ichinohe

  • Welcoming, Attentive Counter Hospitality

    Warm hospitality and attentiveness put guests at ease from counter greeting through meal pick-up.

    The lady who served us was very warm & lovely. Her manners are impeccable. Service from her is top-notch.

    Ryan

  • Effortless Pace and Dependable Speed

    Freshly cooked bowls arrive almost immediately after ordering, eliminating friction for busy schedules and fast lunches.

    We were worried about the food being ready the second we had to leave but as soon as we had the thought our food was here!

    Warren 22

Signature rice and udon bowls prepared fast and fresh

  • Teriyaki Salmon Rice Donburi

    Teriyaki salmon rice donburi is particularly good. Highly recommended for when you need a relatively healthy, casual meal.

    Dixon Song

  • Chicken Katsu Curry Udon

    I fond the Chicken Katsu Curry Udon noodles bowl tasty and delicious. The chicken was crispy outside, tender juicy inside.

    Oliver James Damian

  • Misodare Chicken

    The misodare chicken is good with everything, rice, salad or noodles.

    P K

  • Misodare Tofu Rice Bowl

    Order the misodare tofu rice bowl and you will not be disappointed! Such a generous size for $11, could honestly feed two portions, but will leave you full.

    Hannah Clayton

Before you head over

Practical tips for ordering, seating, and complimentary perks at Tokyo Loco Bowl.

  • Customise Your Bowl Base and Sauce

    Choose your base (donburi rice or udon noodles), pick signature sauces like misodare (miso BBQ sauce), and pair with your choice of protein or tofu.

  • Help Yourself to Free Hot Tea

    Dine-in guests can take advantage of the complimentary hot green tea / genmaicha available on tap.

  • Expect Communal Canteen Seating

    The dining area features long wooden communal benches and canteen-style seating, making it convenient for solo meals or casual groups up to 10.

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