I visited Midtown Yaesu, which opened on March 10, 2023, with a sense of excitement like a pilgrim. It is directly connected from the Yaesu underground shopping area, but the entrance is understated and the signage is not yet complete, so it is not very noticeable. However, the calm atmosphere on the underground 1st floor is nice. As it was just before dinner time, I decided to visit an interesting restaurant on my way back, and I found a rare robatayaki restaurant in a high-rise building. The entrance is a standing bar area, and passing through there, there is a floor with a panoramic view of Tokyo Station, with a central kitchen and counter seats with a robatayaki and wood-fired oven. The interior, based on white wood, is very sophisticated and matches the high-quality space. We were guided to the counter seats. Orders are placed through a touch panel, but there is also a paper menu book, so you can order from either. Since I wanted to ask about the dishes, I decided to order from the staff. First, we toasted with a glass of Pinot Grigio for 900 yen, and for starters, we had salted sea urchin for 800 yen and a recommended assortment of 5 appetizers for 1800 yen. The rich and creamy salted sea urchin had a fragrant sea aroma, and the assortment of 5 appetizers included smoked firefly squid, snap peas, edamame with roasted cream cheese, roasted duck with mustard, and steamed tofu with crab, providing a satisfying start. Particularly delicious was the firefly squid, a seasonal dish. There were fresh vegetables in front of us, so we decided to go all out with vegetables. We ordered green asparagus with smoked bacon and cheese for 1650 yen and bamboo shoots for 1320 yen. When we asked the staff, they mentioned special vegetables not on the menu, so we also ordered white carrots for 880 yen and green onions from Shimonita for 990 yen. The asparagus was prepared in an Italian style with olive oil and Parmigiano-Reggiano, showcasing the confidence in the ingredients. The bamboo shoots were served with shaved bonito, and the natural flavor of the ingredients made soy sauce unnecessary. The white carrots were served with anchovy sauce, offering a unique experience with an artichoke-like flavor at first but ending with a carrot aroma. The green onions were enjoyed with charcoal salt, and although the sweetness was slightly diminished, the soft green parts were enjoyable. Next, we chose dried small gurnard for 2750 yen, which took some time to cook slowly. The crispy small gurnard was flavorful, and the grated daikon radish complemented the fatty taste well. For meat, we chose Akita Polan Farm milk-fed veal for 3500 yen, which was cooked in a wood-fired oven, rested, and then cut. The roasted potatoes and mustard served with it were also delicious! Finally, we had grilled rice balls for 600 yen each, which were large and packed with a fragrant shiso leaf flavor. The rice balls, grilled over charcoal, were exceptionally delicious.

Today's feast was at Rokumon Koen at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu on the 3rd floor, which opened at Yaesu exit of Tokyo Station. The entrance has a standing bar space, followed by a counter surrounding the open kitchen, window-side tables, and semi-private rooms, offering the perfect seating options for different occasions. Greeted warmly from the floor and kitchen, we were guided to a window-side table with a view of the night falling over Tokyo Station, a prime spot. First, a toast! ・Hiroki Tokubetsu Junmai (Fukushima) on the rocks, fruity and refreshing. Sweet sake aroma and gentle umami. ・Adult Cola, a dry cola base that goes well with any dish. ・Fuki miso shamoji-yaki, sweet with a mild bitterness. The roasted miso flavor pairs perfectly with sake. ・Katsuo no sakedane, as the name suggests, it's a sake lover's dream! ・Young corn, sweet and delicious. The sweetness is enhanced by charcoal salt. ・Ko nodoguro, tender and flavorful. ・Straw-grilled sashimi, straw-grilled bonito. Refreshing with aromatic vegetables and wasabi. ・Ayu no robatayaki, fragrant seasonal ayu. Soft and delicious roe. Enjoy with refreshing tade vinegar. ・Jokigen Kyuhachi Junmai Daiginjo (Aichi), a fragrant and gently fruity sake. ・Century Italian Ginger Herb, a refreshing drink similar to Campari with a hint of bitterness. ・Red meat Spanish beef, tender and flavorful aged meat. Delicious on its own or with garlic soy sauce. ・Karasumi yaki onigiri, grilled karasumi flavored rice ball. Refresh with pickled radish and cucumber. ・Fire-grilled banana Catalana style with vanilla ice cream, a chilled dessert. Caramelized grilled banana with cinnamon. A subtle sweetness, an adult dessert. The dishes, using a hearth and firewood to highlight seasonal ingredients, were all of high quality and fantastic. The drinks selection was also excellent, including non-alcoholic pairings. Orders are placed via a terminal, but the attentive service from the floor staff ensures a stress-free experience. Next time, the counter seats with a view of the live kitchen seem like they would be exciting too. It was delicious! Thank you for the feast!

Today, I returned to Tokyo Station on the Shinkansen and before picking up a taxi, I looked for a nearby restaurant. I found a newly opened Tokyo Midtown right in front of me, so I decided to visit Rokudan Kurenai, a Japanese restaurant specializing in robatayaki. It's rare to find a robatayaki restaurant near Tokyo Station that uses firewood and straw for cooking. The restaurant is connected to the Yaesu underground mall and is easily accessible even on rainy days. The interior is clean and elegant, with a large window overlooking Tokyo Station at the back. The menu offers a variety of dishes cooked using traditional methods, including robatayaki, straw-grilled dishes, and pot dishes. I ordered a variety of dishes a la carte, starting with Sapporo Lager beer and sake. The seafood salad, grilled fish, oysters, tuna collar, and various vegetables were all delicious and beautifully presented. The highlight was the wood-fired hamburg steak, which had a unique smoky flavor. Despite the initial cost of the robatayaki and kiln, the quality of the food and the stunning view make this restaurant worth a visit. I will definitely return in the future. Thank you.

I visited the restaurant on a Saturday afternoon after making a reservation. It was easy to access from Tokyo Station, but the restaurant was quiet and it seemed like reservations were not necessary. It felt like a hidden gem in a way. I was seated at a window-side booth and was able to relax. I ordered the grilled fish of the day (hokke), which came with salad and chawanmushi. The taste was average for everything. Considering the price of 2,800 yen for lunch, I found it hard to want to come back again.

The seasonal ingredients and luxurious atmosphere of the restaurant were perfect for entertaining my boss! We ended up ordering a lot and were surprised by the price! Maybe if we had stuck to the set course menu and just a couple of drinks, it would have been a bit cheaper? But the taste was undeniably good, so I would recommend it for a slightly extravagant gathering or when you want to enjoy delicious robatayaki and sake. They have a rich variety of sake, including some from Kii, which was impressive!

On the 3rd floor of Yaesu Midtown, there is a restaurant specializing in robatayaki. When passing by the restaurant, you can smell the delicious aroma of grilled fish. I visited with a friend I hadn't seen in a while for a weekend lunch. My friend ordered the grilled silver salmon set meal, while I ordered the grilled hamburger set meal. Before the main dishes arrived, we were served with small side dishes that were both visually appealing and tasty. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a photo of the main dishes, so I apologize for not being able to convey how delicious they were. However, both the grilled silver salmon and hamburger were cooked perfectly and tasted great. The meal also came with rice and miso soup, so we were very satisfied with the portion size. The only downside was that the lunch cost 3,000 yen, which felt a bit extravagant for me. Personally, it was a splurge lunch for me.

I recommend visiting this restaurant located in the newly built Midtown right in front of Tokyo Station! The view is amazing!! I don't think there is any other place where you can overlook Tokyo Station like this. The view is great!! The spacious sofa seats are suitable for all ages, making it very convenient. Ordering is done through a touch panel, so it was stress-free. The dishes I ordered were as follows, the clams were very large and delicious! This place offers delicious seafood and vegetables rather than meat. The baby corn was incredibly tasty. The butter for the baked potatoes was Échiré, so we were able to enjoy a very stylish baked potato. The vegetables were seasonal, so there was always a variety to choose from and never got tired of it. It was great to be able to feel the seasons. - Dashi Maki Uni (rolled omelette with sea urchin) 2500 yen - Fresh Yuba with flavorful dashi jelly 1500 yen - Clams 1760 yen - Young Corn 880 yen - New Onion 770 yen - Thick-cut Sendai-style beef tongue 1760 yen - New Potatoes with Échiré butter 1430 yen - Spanish-style beef 3500 yen

【First Visit on July 21, 2023】This restaurant is based on the concept of enjoying the best of the season at a NEO Robata grill. It is located on the 3rd floor of Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, which opened in March 2023 in front of Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Station. The name "Kouen" means the flames of a crimson fire. The location of this restaurant allows you to enjoy the sunset like a crimson glow. The flames of the charcoal fire at the restaurant's grill are truly like crimson flames. I visited Tokyo Midtown Yaesu for the first time, and I think it is a very convenient location with direct access from the underground. I look forward to exploring more in the future. The spacious interior features a grill that resembles a stage, changing the image of a traditional robata grill. The counter seats also look appealing. This time, I reserved a seat by the window, overlooking Tokyo Station. The sophisticated interior and expansive view reminded me of Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora in Hakone. As soon as I entered the restaurant, I could feel the positive vibes flowing. ◻️What we ordered (including tax): - Wenzhou Mandarin Sour 990 yen - Peach Sour 990 yen - Today's fresh fish collar (tuna) 1,980 yen - Premium Shiitake Mushroom 770 yen - Round Eggplant 1,320 yen - Dried and Grilled Kamasu (from Fukushima) 1,980 yen - Smoked Duck (from Kumamoto) 1,650 yen - Grilled Karasumi Rice Ball 1,200 yen - Seating charge 550 yen per person Total: 11,980 yen The location in a prime building near the station makes the prices a bit higher, but it is definitely worth it. There were quite a few customers dining that day. Orders are placed using a touch panel, making it easy and convenient. You can also make reservations through Tabelog, so be sure to book and visit this place. ◻️Robata Kouen Tokyo Midtown Yaesu Central Tower 3F, 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 03-6262-7302 https://www.instagram.com/coen_midtown_yaesu/ https://robatacoen.jp/

Daily Special Menu (Negi Shio Butadon) for 1800 yen. Previously, there were no menus priced below 2500 yen here. Perhaps due to the lackluster customer turnout despite the long queues at Odellisdododine in front, they started offering the 1800 yen daily special. It includes miso soup and is quite delicious. While you can expect good quality from other menu items as well, they may be a bit pricey for lunch.

A few months ago, I enjoyed the view during lunch, and this time I revisited at night. I enjoyed the night view, and my companion also liked it. The convenient location is also appreciated. However, I have some thoughts on the balance of price range, menu, and service. (The photo shows part of the lunch menu)

I visited this restaurant for a dinner party. The savory smell outside the store tempted me to enter. We dined in a private room, but the bright lights from the signage outside gave the place a disco-like feel, which made it a bit unsettling. We opted for the cheapest course menu, which started off well with stylish and tasty appetizers. However, as the meal progressed, the dishes became smaller in size, leaving us feeling unsatisfied. There was no proper closing dish, so we ordered additional grilled rice balls with sea urchin. They were delicious, but I couldn't help but question the value of the course menu. The restaurant was clean and had a nice aroma from the wood-fired cooking. Personally, the grilled rice balls with sea urchin were the highlight for me.

On the 3rd floor of Tokyo Midtown, there is a restaurant serving robatayaki. I ordered the chicken tempura and sashimi set. The chicken tempura was a bit too moist, possibly due to the batter. It wasn't to my liking. The side dishes and miso soup were included and tasted good. However, considering the price, it was somewhat reasonable.

This time, I visited a charcoal grill specialty restaurant on the 3rd floor of Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, which opened on March 10th. The location is a 2.3-minute walk from Yaesu exit of Tokyo Station. It is also a 7.8-minute walk from Kyobashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. This is my third visit to a restaurant in Tokyo Midtown Yaesu. The opening hours are 11:00-14:00 for lunch (last order) and 17:00-23:00 for dinner (last order at 22:00). They also offer standing bar service from 11:00 to 23:00. I visited with 2 people at 19:00. There are various seating options, including standing bar seats near the entrance, counter seats surrounding the charcoal grill, and table seats around them. There are also private rooms, and the restaurant can accommodate around 90 guests. I was seated at a table with a sofa in the back, offering a great view of Tokyo Station Yaesu exit. Orders are placed using a tablet. The drink menu includes sake, sours, beer, highballs, wine, with a wide variety of options ranging from expensive wines to affordable ones. Especially since it's a charcoal grill restaurant, there is a wide selection of sake, including famous ones like Junmai Daiginjo Shirakiku and rare premium sakes. It's a great place for sake lovers. I ordered a domestic lemon sour (990 yen tax included) and a Wenzhou mandarin sour (990 yen tax included). As for food, they offer various courses such as the Hospitality Course (18,000 yen tax included) and the Basic Course (10,000 yen tax included). We ordered a la carte. There is a seating charge of 550 yen per person. The menu includes a wide variety of dishes such as grilled seafood like dried fish such as Kasa-go (3,080 yen tax included), Kin-ki (2,530 yen tax included), Kammasu (1,980 yen tax included), Nodoguro (1,320 yen tax included), and small sardines (990 yen tax included for 2). They also offer grilled vegetables like salted new onions, Nobunaga onions, round eggplants, stem broccoli, corn, island pickles, purple asparagus, lotus roots, etc. Other items include individual charcoal-grilled dishes like Japanese A5 Wagyu beef (5,800 yen tax included), Original Hamburg (2,000 yen tax included), Horse Meat Steak (3,500 yen tax included), Spanish Red Meat (3,500 yen tax included), etc. There are also appetizers and tempura dishes like Dashi rolled sea urchin (2,500 yen tax included), 3 types of sashimi assortment (2,600 yen tax included), Squid salted roe (455 yen tax included), Homemade karasumi (1,000 yen tax included), Smoked salmon (1,320 yen tax included), Tempura assortment (2,500 yen tax included), and more. We ordered oysters (2 pieces for 2,640 yen tax included), straw-grilled sashimi (2,600 yen tax included), Oita chicken tempura (1,600 yen tax included), corn (1,540 yen tax included), purple asparagus (2 pieces for 2,860 yen tax included), Shiitake mushroom Tenkei (2 pieces for 1,540 yen tax included), Ham aburi tuna mayonnaise (1,320 yen tax included), Thick-cut Sendai-style beef tongue (2,800 yen tax included), Tomato onion salad (1,200 yen tax included), and Ayu (1,760 yen tax included). We ordered quite a lot, and the total came to around 24,000 yen. Overall, the experience was great. The table seat with a view of Tokyo Station was amazing. The interior was nice, and the atmosphere was pleasant. The service was good, and the staff made us feel comfortable. The drinks were well-prepared, and the sours were flavorful. The ice amount was just right, and the citrus flavor was strong and delicious. The food was also fantastic. It was my first time trying charcoal-grilled dishes, and the flavor was unique. The charcoal grilling resulted in a crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful interior. The straw-grilled sashimi was also delicious, especially the yellowtail sashimi. All in all, I had a great time enjoying the charcoal-grilled dishes.

Midtown Yaesu's new restaurant tour, this time at a high-priced establishment. Many people seem to pass by after checking the menu at the storefront, but I decided to enter and see for myself. It's still early in the opening hours, so there are only a few customers. However, all the seats on the right side with family-style sofa seating in the back seem to be filled. I was guided to a seat at the counter near the entrance. I was told to place my belongings on the chair next to me, which was nice. Orders are placed using a tablet. There are 7 seats at the counter with 3 tablets. There are no acrylic dividers anymore. The chairs have low backrests but have armrests and the seats are moderately comfortable. The 4-person tables on the left side near the window are the same chairs, but the 5-seat 4-person table in the front has chairs without armrests. There seem to be about 4 box seats in the back. As for the menu, they have charcoal-grilled, straw-grilled, and firewood-grilled dishes, as well as tempura. Prices range from 2,500 yen to 3,800 yen. Right in front of me, there is a display of silver salmon skewered, which I assumed was priced at 2,500 yen, so I passed on it. There is also what seems to be today's dried fish, which looks like sea bass, priced at a higher 2,800 yen. I passed on that as well. So, I decided to go for the hamburger steak to test their skills. I placed the order on the tablet, and the hamburger steak was immediately set on the firewood stove. It took about 10 minutes with almost no waiting for the order to arrive. In the meantime, I looked at the drink menu on the tablet. They have sake (junmai, tokubetsu junmai 100ml) ranging from 800 yen to 1,100 yen. There is a decent lineup, but the quantity is small. A 4-go bottle starts from 14,000 yen for Junmai Daiginjo, going up to 29,000 yen for Isomoto or Juyondai (not Junmai). The wine selection was even more impressive. Glass wines start from 900 yen, and affordable bottles start from 4,400 yen, but there is a champagne for a whopping 750,000 yen. This is the highest price range so far. Now back to the food. I immediately cut into the hamburger steak. Hmm? First, I tried it without any sauce. The salt and pepper were mild, but it was sufficient. The issue lies in the quality of the hamburger steak. It can be described as a meatball style. It reminded me of a 500 yen hamburger lunch at a family restaurant. The meat was not discernible, giving off a processed feel. There was no umami from the meat. The onion and truffle sauces were just average. The rice was a bit disappointing as well. It was a bit too mushy. The miso soup, potatoes, and pickles were good though. The side dishes were average. As I mentioned before, there is no problem with this quality, but the pricing doesn't match. Many reviews also point out that the cost-performance ratio is poor, and I agree with that. I didn't try the fish, but it might taste good, yet the price, including the portion size, is still a bit steep. What will happen next remains to be seen. Thank you for the meal.

Just in front of the Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Station, a new building called "Tokyo Midtown Yaesu" opened in March this year. The building houses over 50 stylish shops and restaurants, and on the 40th floor, the ultra-luxury hotel "Bulgari Hotel Tokyo" also opened. On the 3rd floor of this building is "Robata Beni En," a restaurant that serves a new type of charcoal and firewood grilled dishes. We stopped by at "Robata Beni En" for the second round, enjoying sake in a standing drinking space inspired by a sake brewery. The menu included straw-grilled sashimi, salted squid, pickled zassai, marinated firefly squid, and smoked nuts as snacks, paired with a selection of sake such as Hitorikko Special Junmai, Suminoe Junmai Ginjo, Amegono Tsuki Junmai Daiginjo, and Jokushihito Junmai Daiginjo. The standing drinking space had an open kitchen with a lively hearth, and there were also spacious table seats and private rooms for a relaxed dining experience. The staff was attentive, making it an ideal place for standing drinking near Tokyo Station. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I used it for lunch. I was very satisfied with the hamburger I chose in terms of volume and taste, but the salt-grilled salmon my companion ordered looked very delicious with thick cuts. I had a very elegant time sitting by the window overlooking the platform at Tokyo Station. Thank you for the meal.

Even if it's expensive, it's okay if it's delicious, but the chawanmushi and miso soup are lukewarm, and the key point of this type of set meal, the rice, is not tasty! The rice itself is not bad, but I think the way it's cooked is terrible. The hamburger, which they claim is charcoal-grilled, is just average. The sauce is nothing special. It's understandable that the cost performance is not great due to the location, but it's really bad. For the price, the taste and service are just a little better than a typical izakaya. I thought there must be a reason why this place is empty in the midst of a crowded floor. When I looked up who was managing it, it turned out to be "Granada Co., Ltd." I wish I had known that, as I've never had a good experience at a Granada restaurant before...

The lunch with grilled fish set meal, mentaiko, and white asparagus ended up costing over 5,000 yen. Unfortunately, in this area, for this price, you can get a much tastier grilled fish set meal for half the price. Considering the location and rent, maybe that's just how it is, but if that's the case, I would like to see more attention to the ingredients. The fish was small, but the rice, miso soup, and mentaiko were all average. I didn't feel any dedication or attention to detail. The restaurant's modern atmosphere seems like they want to present a new proposal for a robatayaki place, but the staff in the dining area are just regular old men in work clothes. The level of operation is also like a typical izakaya. In any case, it seems like they are targeting foreign tourists with their concept, but it feels like they are being led by superficial consultants. Well, I haven't tried any other dishes, so there are some parts I can't comment on, but as someone who only values the quality of the food and the price, I don't seem to be their target audience, so I won't be going back.

"Yaesu Midtown, third stop is 'Robata Benien.' Finally got a seat (laughs). The food comes out quickly, but the drinks are super slow. Also, we had to wait a long time for the bill. Kind of disappointing. Thanks for the meal. #Yaesu #YaesuMidtown #RobataBenien"

I visited the restaurant in the evening after making a reservation online the day before. I ordered grilled hotaruika (firefly squid), white asparagus, kinmedai (splendid alfonsino), dried kasago (marbled rockfish), sudaregai (razor clam), rotisserie chicken (full chicken only), and baked banana with Catalan-style milk ice cream. I was happy to see they had my favorite sake brands, such as Imada and Shinsei. The portion sizes for the main dishes were a bit small for my liking, but everything was delicious. I would love to visit again if I have the chance. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

First Visit 202303 (No.4324) 1. Purpose of Visit - Check out the newly opened restaurant at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu! 2. Restaurant Information - Genre on Tabelog: Robatayaki, Japanese cuisine, Beef dishes - Opened on March 10, 2023 - A restaurant that expresses the original flavor of ingredients through robatayaki and firewood grilling - A new concept by "Granada Co., Ltd.", which operates Michelin-starred restaurants like "Restaurant Sanpau" - Business hours: 11:00-23:00 - Closed on days specified by the facility - Seating capacity: 92 seats 3. Crowdedness and Atmosphere on the Day of Visit - Visited around 11:00 on a weekday, no prior customers and 7-8 customers arrived later - The central part of the restaurant features a counter kitchen, providing a lively atmosphere - There are also standing drink seats, making it convenient 4. Customer Service - Friendly service following the manual 5. Ordered Items - Draft beer: 990 yen (served in a small glass, slightly pricey) - Today's dried fish set meal: 2,800 yen (appetizer, miso soup, side dish, rice, pickles included) - The set meal, served 10 minutes after the appetizer (roasted beets and cold chicken chawanmushi), featured a hot and juicy grilled horse mackerel 6. Overall Impression - Chose fish this time, but the "Firewood Rotisserie Chicken" and other meat dishes recommended for groups are also available - A restaurant to enjoy with a group for a lively dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

I visited "Robata Kurenai" on the 3rd floor of Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, which opened on March 10, 2023. The restaurant was bustling with energy due to its recent opening, and it was quite crowded with few available seats. We managed to secure a standing seat at the counter, although the kitchen was very busy and warned us that there might be a delay in our food. I ordered the "Ame no Uzuki" sake, while my wife chose the Yamamoto sake. The Ame no Uzuki had a rich aroma that filled my mouth. We also ordered some salted fish roe, which arrived promptly. The salted fish roe, with a hint of yuzu, paired perfectly with the sake and brought a sense of happiness. My wife's order of "Seared Cheese with Nishin Marinade" also complemented the sake beautifully. While we enjoyed the light meal, we learned that they also offer grilled meats, so we look forward to trying that next time. Thank you for the wonderful meal.