Family Restaurants
ファミリーレストラン
The perfect solution for groups: varied menus combining Japanese and Western cuisine, gentle prices and a relaxed atmosphere where everyone finds their happiness.
The Family Restaurant Spirit
Born in the 1970s, family restaurants embody the Japanese adaptation of American diner culture. They offer a space where families and friends can share a moment without time constraints.
With their illustrated menus, affordable prices and attentive service, they represent modern Japanese hospitality.
Why Choose a Family Restaurant?
Multilingual Menu
Menus often available in English and sometimes French
Ideal for beginnersAffordable Prices
Excellent value for money for the whole family
Controlled budgetVariety
Japanese AND Western cuisine in the same restaurant
Satisfies all tastesRelaxed Atmosphere
Family-friendly and casual atmosphere
Perfect for groupsNo Rush Service
No pressure to free up the table quickly
Take your timeUnlimited Drinks
Drink bar with all-you-can-drink beverages
Guaranteed hydrationMenu Categories
Japanese Cuisine
和食
Traditional dishes adapted to family taste
Examples:
Western Cuisine
洋食
European and American dishes adapted to Japan
Examples:
Desserts & Drinks
デザート・ドリンク
Wide selection of desserts and beverages
Examples:
Set Menus
セットメニュー
Complete menus with main dish + accompaniments
Examples:
Must-Try Dishes
Hamburg Steak (ハンバーグステーキ)
ハンバーグステーキ
Japanese hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce
Pasta (パスタ)
パスタ
Spaghetti and other pasta, Italian-Japanese style
Pizza (ピザ)
ピザ
Italian-style pizza at very affordable prices
Teishoku Set (定食セット)
定食セット
Traditional Japanese set with rice, miso, vegetables
Gratin (グラタン)
グラタン
French gratin adapted to Japanese taste
Drink Bar (ドリンクバー)
ドリンクバー
All-you-can-drink beverages (soft drinks, coffee, tea)
Major Family Restaurant Chains
Saizeriya
サイゼリヤ
Saizeriya
Affordable Italian chain very popular in Japan, famous for its mini prices and ¥300 pizza.
Specialties:
Margherita Pizza, Pasta Arrabbiata, House Salad
Unique features:
Exceptional prices, ¥300 pizza, Multilingual menu
Gusto
ガスト
Gusto
Large family restaurant chain offering Japanese and Western cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
Specialties:
Hamburg Steak, Pasta, Teishoku Sets
Unique features:
Tablet menu, All-you-can-drink, Family atmosphere
Jonathan's
ジョナサン
Jonathan's
Premium family restaurant with refined decor and quality Japanese-Western fusion menu.
Specialties:
Gratin, Premium Pasta, Elaborate Desserts
Unique features:
Refined decor, Superior quality, Remarkable desserts
Jolly Pasta
ジョリーパスタ
Jolly Pasta
Italian pasta specialist with a family approach and recipes adapted to Japanese taste.
Specialties:
Spaghetti Carbonara, Pizza Margherita, Seafood Gratin
Unique features:
Artisanal pasta, Japanese adaptation, Warm atmosphere
How to Enjoy a Family Restaurant
1. Entry
- • Wait to be seated
- • Specify number of people
- • Tables or booths available
2. Ordering
- • Paper menu or tablet
- • Photos of dishes available
- • Traditional table service
3. Drink Bar
- • +¥200-400 for unlimited drinks
- • Coffee, tea, soft drinks
- • Self-service
4. Time
- • Take your time
- • Perfect for discussions
- • Relaxed atmosphere
Useful Phrases
Yonin desu 4人です
We are 4 people
Dorinku bā onegaishimasu ドリンクバーお願いします
The drink bar, please
Menyu wa arimasu ka? メニューはありますか？
Do you have a menu?
Osusume wa nan desu ka? おすすめは何ですか？
What do you recommend?
Tips for Family Restaurants
Save Money
Set menus offer the best value for money. The drink bar is profitable if you stay more than an hour.
Groups
Perfect for groups with different tastes. Everyone can order according to their preferences in the same price category.
Hours
Avoid peak hours (12pm-2pm, 6pm-8pm) for faster service and a calmer atmosphere.
Desserts
Family restaurants excel at desserts. Parfaits, cakes and soft cream are often spectacular and affordable.
Language
Menus often illustrated with photos. Some chains offer English menus upon request.
Special Occasions
Many offer birthday services with special desserts. Ideal for family celebrations.