[Conclusion] Simply put, it is incredibly delicious. At 3,300 yen, the cost performance is not just good, but can be considered as price destruction. The service is good, and it is a restaurant I want to visit again. In fact, I will definitely go again. It seems suitable for a drinking outing as well, so I will visit again when I have time. [Lunch Eel Rice Special] Priced at 3,300 yen, I have tried various eel rice dishes, and while all of them were delicious, only this restaurant and one other left me truly impressed. It was just incredibly delicious. I ordered the white-grilled eel with the eel rice steamed normally. The eel melts in your mouth like never before. The eel is delicious, with just the right amount of fat. The size and thickness are decent, and the rice is slightly firm. The sauce is a bit spicy. They mentioned that if I wanted more rice or sauce, I could ask, but the amount was just right for me. They offer free extra servings. Today's eel was said to be from Kagoshima. [Grilled Eel Half] Priced at 1,980 yen, I ordered the white-grilled eel. It is salt-grilled and delicious as is. The crispy skin and juicy meat melt in your mouth. I would love to have it again. [Eel Liver] Priced at 275 yen, the chewy texture is delicious with a slight bitterness. The sauce is light. Many other places say they have eel liver on the menu but can't serve it, but Houshin was able to. They prioritize serving eel liver over liver sashimi. [Eel Belly] Priced at 275 yen, it was the first dish to arrive. The meat has a firm texture, and the umami of the eel is fully present. The sauce, like the liver, is light. [Service] Both the owner and the female server were very polite and likeable. [Other] I visited on a rainy day that suddenly turned cold around 1 p.m. There were two groups of solo diners before me. They seemed busy as they received several reservation calls. They offer a wide variety of skewered dishes, making it suitable for a drinking outing. I didn't have time to relax this time, so I will definitely visit again when I have time. They prepare the dishes after receiving the order, so it may take some time, but if you inform them of your arrival time, they will adjust accordingly. They also offer takeout.

It's a small shop. I walked in without a reservation and was told it would take 40 minutes to prepare the food. After waiting for 40 minutes, I enjoyed delicious eel. However, after being in the shop for 40 minutes, my whole body smelled like grilled eel. Other than that, the price was reasonable and the food was delicious, so no complaints.

It's been a while since I had eel! I used my Flex time to go straight to the restaurant after work. I tried laughing eel skewers for the first time - forgot to take a photo of one, but I also ordered one more. The eel was fluffy and the gentle sauce was delicious. From the skewers to the eel rice bowl, everything was tasty. I want to go back again!

This is a fantastic restaurant! I enjoyed the eel so much that it gave me goosebumps. The liver skewers and kushiyaki skewers were delicious, but the perfectly grilled shirayaki and kabayaki were exceptional! The steamed eel had a nice crispy texture. I usually prefer Kansai-style grilled eel, but after trying Kanto-style grilled eel here for the first time, I was truly impressed by how delicious it was. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

This is a restaurant where you can enjoy authentic steamed and grilled dishes for less than 4000 yen. They also have a good selection of eel skewers, and the wait time is not a problem. Please note that it is not suitable for people in a hurry during lunchtime, as the process goes from ordering to steaming to grilling. Make sure to visit with plenty of time to spare. It seemed like reservations were also possible. They have a variety of alcoholic beverages, making it a place you will want to visit again.

Recently, I've been eating eel at almost 100 famous restaurants, but this time I decided to try a restaurant with good reviews that I saw online. The restaurant itself doesn't seem to have been open for very long. The interior is like a ramen shop, with jazz music playing in the background. It looks clean, but there are various items visible on the kitchen wall, which is stainless steel and shows the eel oil stains. The lunch I ordered was the special eel rice bowl with eel liver (3300 yen + 880 yen). The chef seemed to be working alone, so it took 30 minutes for the eel liver to arrive, and 50 minutes for the eel rice bowl. According to comments from followers, the eel liver was freshly sliced and the eel rice bowl was not broiled, but rather grilled. The texture was crispy and the eel flavor was rich and delicious. The eel rice bowl had a fluffy texture from steaming and grilling, and was quite tasty. The rice was cooked normally, with a generous amount of sauce. The restaurant, although relatively new, does not match up to the high standards of the famous 100 restaurants. The atmosphere could use some improvement, such as reconsidering the jazz music background and using more appropriate chairs. The kitchen also needs some adjustments. Overall, the restaurant has potential, but at this stage, the low rating is puzzling.

Unagi, unagi, eel♪ [Unagi Yoshimatsu] - Lunch Unaju Special Top Opened in 2020 near the entrance gate of Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, a specialty eel restaurant. They take orders and finish the eel from raw to charcoal-grilled, broiled, and grilled. It is so soft that it might crumble when picked up with chopsticks, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The lunch special, Unaju Special Top, costs 3,300 yen! It seems to be quite popular as everyone without a reservation was turned away, so reservations are a must. Tokyo, Koto-ku, Tomioka 1-22-25. About a 4-minute walk from Monzen-Nakacho Station. Business hours: Tuesday: 17:00-22:30, Wednesday-Saturday: 11:00-15:00/17:00-22:30, Sunday: 11:00-17:00. *Last order is 30 minutes before closing. Closed on Mondays.

Today's lunch was eel at Monzen-Nakacho. This place, Yoshimatsu, is a relatively new restaurant that opened in 2020. It is located in a corner near Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine. The head chef used to work at "Unatei" in Shinjuku. Therefore, the basic style here is steamed eel, but grilling is also possible upon request. I made a reservation and visited. They pay attention to cooking eel from live, so they can adjust the cooking time to match your reservation time if you don't like waiting. I placed my order after arriving at the restaurant. The interior is not very spacious, but there are counter seats, tables, and tatami seating available. The restaurant is run by a middle-aged couple, and their attentive service is impressive. Eels are being handled and skewered in the restaurant, showcasing their dedication to their craft. The liver seems to be steamed here. Their honest work ethic is admirable. For lunch, you can enjoy the same eel bowl as dinner at a reasonable price. This time, I had the classic steamed eel. If you prefer the Unatei-style sauce, the steamed eel is a good choice in my opinion. The grilling is done with charcoal, possibly binchotan charcoal. Today's eel is said to be from Hamanako. I ordered the following item: - Deluxe Eel Bowl: 3,300 yen (includes pickles, soup, edamame as a service, and free extra rice) The eel was broiled for about 5 minutes, steamed for 35 minutes (depending on the eel), and dipped in sauce three times for about 2 minutes each time. I waited for a total of about 45 minutes. The eel was a good size at 4 pieces. It was nicely grilled and looked appetizing. When I tried it, I couldn't believe how tender it was. The texture was so fluffy and light that it practically melted in my mouth. It was so tender that I didn't need to chew. The eel had a nice balance of deep steaming and grilling. The savory aroma of the sauce was also present. The eel was fresh and had a good texture. The skin was delightfully gooey, and it tasted delicious. The umami flavor was well preserved, allowing the true taste of the eel to shine through. The high heat grilling might have contributed to this. It's a delight for those who love tender and fluffy eel. However, I was a bit disappointed by the small bones. The eel itself was a typical farmed eel. It had a strong fat content, a monotone umami flavor, and lacked aroma. This is typical of eels from Hamanako at this time of year. If it were a better quality eel, with a richer taste, it would have been even more delicious. Considering the price, it was a decent eel. However, they did their best to make the ordinary eel as tasty as possible. The grilling was also done well, and the freshness of the eel was a big factor. This helped reduce the greasiness of the farmed eel, resulting in a clear taste. This is all thanks to their dedication and careful work. The sauce was slightly spicy and on the mild side. It was not overly sweet, allowing the flavor of the eel to shine through. However, a bit more depth would have been nice. The rice had a good firmness and tasted delicious. They offered a sufficient amount even with a regular serving. The sauce was a bit generous. The pickles and soup were average. Payment was cash only, but for 3,300 yen, it was quite a good deal. The earnest work of the craftsmen was impressive. Their unpretentious service was lovely. It's rare to find a restaurant like this nowadays. I think this is a great restaurant. It might be a hassle if it gets crowded, so let's keep it our little secret. Thank you for the meal!

Counter with 6 seats, you can see the master craftsman's skills. They cut the live eel, skewer it, grill it, steam it, grill it again, and serve the best eel rice bowl. This restaurant exposes the kitchen, which is not often seen in eel restaurants. Eel takes time to prepare, but this place serves the best eel. The master, who seems tough at first, is actually kind and passionate about eel. The dishes that come out are delicious. I had the grilled and pounded eel, and finally the fluffy eel rice bowl. It was the best lunch. I couldn't drink beer because I have my third vaccine shot after this. By the way, even if you can't reach them by phone, you can make a reservation through their website. Just a heads up.

Located on the main road facing Route 10, Una-ya is a unique eel restaurant with no dedicated parking. Limited coin parking in the area, so it's best to visit while on your way to the nearby GMS to the southeast. They serve charcoal-grilled eel, but the origin and category are unknown. They offer eel bowls in three sizes: half, full, and two-tiered, with the first two available for lunch. I tried the full size (special for 3,300 yen). Today, there were group customers in the back room, and it took an hour from ordering to being served. The eel was very tender and didn't require much chewing, similar to the quality of Ooishi from 10 years ago. The chef seemed overwhelmed as he was handling everything alone, resulting in slightly undercooked eel. The sauce was light and pure, complementing the soft rice well. You can request extra rice. The eel was perfectly marinated, and it comes with soup and pickles (with liver removed). Reservations are recommended. Una-ya offers a good selection of sake and is great for daytime drinking. It felt like a last-minute visit before the Tokyo lockdown.

We had eel rice bowl with my family on Father's Day. It was very delicious. It might be better to make a reservation.

Ordering takes 40 minutes because they make it after you order. If you make a reservation in advance, they will cook it according to your schedule so you don't have to wait. The eel is on the spicier side. It is fragrant and delicious. The eel itself is thick, and for 3500 yen, I think it offers great value. If you want to eat high-quality eel in Nihonbashi, I recommend going a little further to this restaurant in Monzen-nakacho. The interior is softly lit, creating an adult-like atmosphere.

It's a small shop, but the eel was incredibly delicious. It took quite a bit of time from placing the order, but the eel was tender and very tasty. I would like to visit again.

I made a reservation for takeout to celebrate my birthday. The grilled eel and grilled white fish were both fluffy, and you can adjust the amount of eel sauce to your liking. The white fish had plenty of flavor, so it was delicious with lemon, wasabi, and a little salt. The eel was also fluffy and melted in my mouth without needing to chew. My two growing boys poured plenty of sauce on their eel and finished three bowls of rice together. They are like rice thieves during the new rice season. It was delicious, thank you again.

Unagi restaurant with great cost performance and heartwarming lunch in Monzen-Nakacho.

"江東区" = "Koto Ward"