On this scorching day, when I was really tired, I went for curry. I had the beef curry rice with plenty of cheese from Matsuya. The cheese melted and made the curry delicious. The cheese from Matsuya was also great. It was a tasty meal. Thank you. It was delicious.

I had the Matsuya-style Lomo Saltado for 790 yen. You can add more meat (though it will cost more). I opted for just one serving. You buy a ticket from the machine and they call your number when it's ready in a self-service style. The beef bowls were being called quickly, but mine took a bit longer. On the plate, there were onions, bell peppers, and potatoes sautéed in a garlic-infused soy sauce-like flavor. The meat was tender and delicious. I finished by putting it on top of the rice to eat it like a bowl.

Visited Matsuya in Minamisenju, Arakawa-ku area. The nearest station is Minowa Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, just a 1-minute walk from exit 3. There is a touch panel food ticket machine right at the entrance. Credit card and QR code payments are also accepted. This time, I ordered the Negi Tororo Gyudon (beef bowl with leeks and grated yam) for 610 yen. I added grated yam for a little extra healthiness. I handed the food ticket to the staff and my meal was ready in about 1 minute. This speed is one of the great things about fast food. The combination of leeks, grated yam, and salty sauce is excellent. Honestly, even without the meat, the rice is so tasty. The beef is also plentiful and satisfying. It's nice that miso soup is included. I also received a coupon for my next visit. I can choose between free potato salad, kimchi, or salad. Very much appreciated. Thank you for the meal.

Sheep's head and dog meat, that's what it was! Matuya always makes me want to eat when they come out with a new menu. The photo on the poster looked so delicious this time too. I was drawn in by the name of the beefsteak. Even if they call thin meat about 5 millimeters thick a beefsteak... this is no good! The naming is fake! It's too thin, it's laughable, I wasn't even angry. My beautiful wife, who has her own preferences, scolded me even though I forced her to come with me to try the beefsteak bowl once because I wanted to. Even though they've been in business for a long time, sheep's head and dog meat is no good!

I was lured by Matsuya's poster offering a free extra large rice service once again (^_^;). The 100% black wagyu hamburger set meal costs 890 yen, which is quite expensive for Matsuya, but I think it's actually a good deal for a 100% black wagyu hamburger, right? Recently, Matsuya has been adding more grilled and simmered dishes to their menu, and the wait times have been getting longer, probably due to the large takeout orders. This time, I waited for about 10 minutes before my meal arrived. The hamburger was served in a hot iron pot with plenty of sauce. It was hot and juicy. The meat was firm and had a beefy flavor, which I enjoyed. The sauce paired well with it, and the rice was shiny and perfectly cooked. The mashed potatoes as a side dish were delicious and complemented the sauce. Overall, it was a good meal, but at this price point, it might not be something I would go for again. I hope they continue to improve their offerings.

I had various errands and arrived at the nearest station after 8 o'clock feeling very hungry. I was worried about what to do, but luckily Matsuya was offering takeout, so I ordered a large serving of Bibimbap. I was sad when Bibimbap was temporarily removed from the regular menu, but I'm very happy that it's back now. I eagerly mixed the separate ingredients on top of the rice. The mild onsen egg added a nice touch to the Bibimbap, which was really delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Higashi-Nihonbashi Station on the Hibiya Line. Exit towards Senju and head straight to Matsuya for breakfast. Buy a meal ticket with Suica at the ticket machine, sit at the counter, and hand over the ticket. In no time, it's breakfast time. My favorite is the Tamago Gohan (with natto) Mini for 260 yen. Crack a raw egg into a bowl, add mustard to the natto, mix it together, pour in soy sauce, sprinkle green onions on top, and pour it over the rice. Add pickled ginger to the corner of the bowl and it's ready. Enjoy it in one go. It's delicious. When I was a child, I used to have bread for breakfast, but around the time I became a university student and gained the freedom to choose my breakfast, I switched to Japanese breakfast. Since I didn't have much money, Yoshinoya and Matsuya's breakfast became my second soul food. The mini size may not be very filling, but it's just right for me now that I'm over 50, although it lacks vegetables. I'll have some vegetable juice later. Bon appétit.

In April, I found myself going to Yoshinoya quite often, so I decided to try Matsuya for a change. It's not nearby, so I don't go there often. I had the morning set meal. I hadn't tried the new version of gyudon, so I decided to give it a try. It was quite delicious. The spice that came with it, similar to shichimi, also complemented the dish well. It has a slightly less sweet taste compared to Yoshinoya, but it was still delicious. The miso soup also felt like it wasn't instant, and it was served as a bonus. When you think about it, it's quite a good deal, isn't it? Well, it's not bad.

On June 10, 2016, I had some business in Minowa in the evening and decided to have a quick meal at Matsuya. When you're short on time, a beef bowl restaurant is really convenient. The Premium Gyudon set with fresh vegetables, raw egg, and miso soup included for 540 yen including tax is a great deal. They use plenty of pickled ginger, which adds a nice crunch. The combination of the beef bowl sauce with the raw egg feels like a little bit of luxury. The clientele mainly consisted of middle-aged and elderly men and women, which might be typical for this area. Thank you for the meal!

I like the tomato curry at Matsuya, but it has been upgraded in terms of price and contents. It used to be around 280 yen 6-7 years ago. I can't eat it before a business negotiation, as the garlic flavor, which dominates the overall taste, is strong. However, the zucchini in the curry doesn't seem to fit well, and the fried eggplant absorbs too much oil. The cheese also feels different from before. I think it would be better if the ingredients were diced into small cubes. It seems like they just wanted to raise the price. But even if I start to dislike the tomato curry, I won't dislike Matsuya. I've always wished they could reduce the price by removing the miso soup, as I don't need it. It would be nice if they could offer a tasty miso soup like Quick Gasuto. On a side note, a similar priced dish at Sukiya, the Gyudon with Bibimbap, is of high quality.

Premium beef bowl for 380 yen with a side of fresh vegetables for 150 yen. I planned to have TGS (standing soba) for breakfast at Sannō, but it wasn't open. Oh well, it's unpredictable like that with its irregular hours... But it's only a 10-minute bike ride, so it's fine. But my stomach is growling... Oh, there's Matsuya right nearby. I remember they raised prices and started calling their meat "premium" or something. It's been over ten years since I last had it... Back in the day, I used to eat this before playing mahjong. The beef bowl and fresh vegetables arrived quickly. Despite it being before 7 am on a Sunday, the two staff members that day were providing excellent service. Impressive. Now, let's dig in... But first, I use my chopsticks to make a hole in the beef bowl, crack a raw egg into it, pile on the pickled ginger by the handful, and sprinkle on the shichimi spice like there's no tomorrow. And it's done. This, this right here. This shamelessly crude and uncouth creation is my beef bowl! I devour it with gusto, savoring every bite. Premium meat? I have no idea.

Just a quick drink at the beef bowl restaurant today. I had beef dish and potato salad with bottled beer. It's convenient that the food comes out quickly because I don't have much time. Next time, I'll just order the potato salad without the salad part. I like the casual atmosphere here. I finished up in about 20 minutes and left. This is Edo-style after all!

On this day, I had various things to do to help a friend, so I went to Minowa Station early in the morning. I needed to eat breakfast early because I wouldn't have time to eat later, so I decided to try Matsuya, which was conveniently located in front of the station. The limited-time menu at that time was "Gari Tama Gyudon," but I wasn't really interested in that, so I looked for other good options at the ticket machine. As there were customers lining up behind me, I quickly chose something that caught my eye, which was the "Beef Curry." My friend noticed that this curry seemed different from the usual Matsuya curry. Could it be a limited edition curry? I wasn't sure what I had ordered, but I handed over my meal ticket and waited for my order. After a while, the Beef Curry I ordered arrived, and to my surprise, the curry roux was dark! Could this be an incredibly delicious one? The appearance and aroma were so good that I couldn't resist taking a bite. It was delicious! The flavor was rich and had depth, and I thought it was even better than curry from a curry specialty shop. Moreover, it had large chunks of beef, providing a satisfying eating experience! I wonder if this is a limited-time offer? I hope they continue serving this dish!

As I mentioned before at Matsuya Asakusa Kokusai-dori store, Matsuya Minowa store and Asakusa Kokusai-dori store are the two most visited stores in Matsuya. At Matsuya, the rule is not to order "gyudon" (beef bowl). This is because no matter how hard they try, they cannot beat Yoshinoya in terms of "gyudon." The details are as mentioned in the review of the "Kokusai-dori store." So today, I decided to order the "gyu yakiniku teishoku" (beef grilled meat set meal) which I always order, instead of the "gyudon." This is the menu that made me a fan of Matsuya in the first place. You can eat beef grilled meat for less than 1000 yen. And even if you order the double set meal with extra meat, it is still less than 1000 yen. In addition to the extra meat in the double set meal, you also get a large serving of rice as a bonus, which is very generous. (Although it would have been perfect if the miso soup was also refillable, but they were not that generous). I always wonder, the beef grilled meat is made from beef ribs. So, what part of the beef is used in the beef grilled meat set meal? If the ribs are used for the grilled meat, then the meat in the beef set meal looks very similar. The beef set meal comes with grated daikon radish and green onions, while the grilled meat comes with just the daikon radish? Today, I planned to have soba at the neighboring restaurant as well, so I skipped the double set meal and the large rice portion, and just ordered the regular size. It was delicious as always. The taste remains unchanged. No matter how many limited-time menu items they introduce, I will continue to eat these two menu items. For me, Matsuya is not a place for gyudon or set meals, it is a place for beef grilled meat. I will continue to patronize the Minowa store and the Asakusa Kokusai-dori store in the future. I will visit again. Thank you for the meal. Additionally, for ramen shops, the standard rating point is set at 3.0, but for Matsuya, considering the low prices and fast food-like experience, the standard rating point is lowered to 2.5.