Uguisudani Station is just a 1-minute walk away. No reservations allowed. This place usually requires lining up before opening to get a seat, but I got lucky this time! I peeked through the curtain and saw that there was one empty seat at the counter! The annual "peach salad" was extremely sweet. You might wonder if it goes well with beer or shochu, but surprisingly, it does! The "chef's sashimi platter" seems cheaper than buying from a supermarket. It includes premium fish like bluefin tuna, golden eye snapper, and conger eel, as well as the delightful seasonal Japanese anchovies. In the competitive dining scene of Uguisudani, this place offers the best value for money. The only downside is that I can only visit occasionally. Bon appétit!

Visited alone Bottled beer (Sapporo Black Label) x2 - 550 yen Yamagata dashi tofu - 429 yen Chef's assorted sashimi - 748 yen Shrimp and shiitake mushroom stuffed tempura - 539 yen Chicken and leek liver skewers - 429 yen Total - 3240 yen (5 yen as a service) As usual, I was contemplating the "Today's Appetizer" menu while next to an elderly customer who was suggested a half portion, but not to me. Let's not delve into whether it's based on my track record or appearance. Everything was delicious.

Assorted sashimi platter (large) 980 yen Assorted sashimi platter (regular) 680 yen Red snapper sashimi with cheese and grilled seaweed 540 yen Smoked salmon and avocado 580 yen Kinzanji miso cheese dip 580 yen Red snapper, prosciutto, and mozzarella spring rolls 490 yen Dried squid marinated in three-year-old sake lees 380 yen Draft beer (medium) Asahi 480 yen No reservations

Hmm, this restaurant is really the best! The only downside is that the portions are so large that if you stop by alone, you can't try all the dishes. But the quality of the sashimi at this price and quantity is amazing. Great value for money. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I visited for the first time last year and have been a repeat customer. The quality of the food is high, and it's really cheap. It's hard to find such a delicious izakaya at this price range in Tokyo. The corn tempura and beard tea highball I had this time were excellent. It's nice that the menu changes with the seasons. Everything I order is really delicious.

I visited this udon restaurant at 9:00 PM on a regular day. The prices for the food are cheap, but the udon is delicious. The sashimi platter for 748 yen was impressive in terms of quantity! I was so full that I couldn't even finish the udon, which was a shame. The staff kindly recommended the half-size portion for solo diners. The total bill came to 3,363 yen, including an assorted sashimi platter, peach salad, grilled duck meatballs with Kyoto vegetables, deep-fried corn with rock salt and butter, draft beer, oolong tea, and a service charge.

Looking at the prices, I thought, "For this price, they'll probably give me this much." But in the end, I was pleasantly surprised by the generous portion size. We also ended up opening two bottles of wine because there were two of us who enjoy drinking. I wish I had gone there sooner, it's always crowded for a reason.

After being released from a week of work, I decided to head straight to this place☆ I arrived around 5:10 PM on a Friday, and the restaurant was about 90% full (^◇^;) Depending on the day of the week, there may be people waiting for the opening. I also saw some people who already had their food served, so maybe they open before the official opening time... As mentioned in the title, this is a restaurant that does not take reservations, so if it's full, you have to leave your contact information and wait for a call. So, it seems like waiting for the opening is a must (^◇^;) I started with a draft beer and looked at the menu. Although it's an udon izakaya, this place is also popular for its creative side dishes. I ordered the sashimi platter, steamed chicken, and stir-fried burdock salad (^_^) The sashimi platter seems to be a popular choice for most customers here, and well, it's a must-order item (laughs) It was a generous portion for two people, priced at 680 yen (there were about 6-7 types of sashimi, but no explanation was given). The freshness was satisfactory, especially for a non-specialty store, and it made me forget about my beer for a momentヽ(￣д￣;)ノ=3=3=3 The steamed chicken and stir-fried burdock salad was also not a portion meant for one person (awkward smile) The combination of stir-fried burdock and salad didn't really make sense to me, but each dish was delicious, so it was good to think of it as having eaten two dishes. By this point, the food was almost finished, so I added a plate of grilled pork slices. I expected a small portion, but considering the service I received earlier, it was not surprising... It was a generous serving of 6 slices, and if you were having lunch, this would be the main dish. Breaking the egg yolk and savoring a large piece of meat in one bite was a delightful experience. But it was too much for one person to finish (awkward smile) I still wanted to have udon... I could still handle alcohol, so I tried the Yuki no Chaya plum wine. It's a recommendation that I heard was often served with soda, so I went with that. With soda, the plum wine had a prominent taste of black tea, which was nice☆ Regardless of how it paired with the food, it was good to just enjoy the drink. At this point, I was quite full, but I couldn't resist ordering the finishing udon (I ate too much). I ordered a simple kake udon and paired it with the Mikotsuru sake. Mikotsuru was a brand I had never heard of before, but it was a slightly refreshing junmai ginjo. It felt a bit warm overall, which bothered me a bit (^◇^;) The kake udon for the finish. The broth wasn't dominated by bonito or kelp, but was a balanced type. It was served piping hot, which was nice, but I personally preferred it when the temperature had cooled a bit, allowing the umami to be more pronounced (^^) The udon was slightly firm, which is a matter of personal preference, but I think it would be even better if it softened a bit over time and had a more elastic texture when mixed with the broth. I'd like to try how it would taste with zaru or bukkake udon. This time, I may have overindulged a bit in both food and drinks, but the total bill was around 6600 yen. Well, it's understandable why this place is popular*\(^o^)/* It's not just a place to come for udon, but a place to visit for the appetizers and drinks. If you're curious, it's worth a visit~ *The restroom is Japanese-style.

This day, I finished work early and decided to have a drink alone for a change. Suddenly, I thought of Konayoshi and hurried to get there before it gets too crowded. I arrived around 5:10 PM. The tables were all full, but there was an empty seat at the counter! I was relieved! I used to live in Uguisudani over 10 years ago and used to come here often, so it brought back nostalgic memories as I ordered a bottled beer. It's still hard to tell if it's an udon restaurant or a small dishes restaurant, but that's what makes it good. I ordered a sashimi platter after a long time, and as always, the portion was huge. How can they serve so much at this price point! It's a dilemma (laughs). Since I couldn't eat a lot alone, I also ordered simmered conger eel and corn tempura. My stomach was full. I was reassured by the fact that this place still offers great value for money. Keep up the good work. I will definitely come back. Now, time for the next round of drinks!

Just a minute's walk from Uguisudani Station North Exit, there is a popular izakaya where there always seems to be a wait. We waited for about 30 minutes this time, but finally got to enjoy standing and drinking outside. It wasn't so bad waiting, and we had a great time drinking shochu together. The food was delicious, especially the umeboshi tempura which was a special menu item for this month. The prices were reasonable, and I could see why this izakaya is so popular. I would definitely like to visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Located right near Uguisudani Station, this place offers a variety of dishes. Here are some tips: - No phone reservations (reservations possible for in-person visits) - It's best to line up before opening (arriving 17 minutes before on weekdays ensures being first in line) - The place fills up quickly after opening - It's usually full by 5:20 pm - If it's full, speak to a staff member, leave your contact information, and wait for a call back - Priority is given to those who leave their contact information - Visiting with 1-2 people is recommended - The sashimi platter is very affordable - Food comes out quickly - Wine bottles are cheap - Turnover is fast (regulars leave in about an hour) - Shared unisex toilet (Japanese style) - Non-smoking (ashtrays available outside) During my recent visit, I arrived 17 minutes before opening and there was no line. By 10 minutes before opening, there were 3 groups waiting. They opened 5 minutes before, allowing us to choose our preferred seats. The place is small with 4 tables for 4 and a counter for 8. We were able to relax at a table. We ordered bottled beer (2 for 550 yen each), draft beer (528 yen including tax), no appetizer, seating charge (380 yen including tax), a whiskey highball (550 yen including tax), and hot sake (715 yen including tax). We were the only ones drinking sake. We ordered the recommended sashimi platter (748 yen including tax) which was enough for 2 people. The flatfish was the best. We also had the extra-large mushroom and bacon (539 yen including tax), bracken salad with black sesame dressing (429 yen including tax), plum tempura (418 yen including tax), and spicy spear squid (418 yen including tax). The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was pleasant. I would definitely visit again.

The dishes are all delicious and reasonably priced, so I often use this restaurant. It's a popular place, but you can't make reservations by phone. You have to visit in person, give your name, and then they will call you when it's your turn. If you go alone late at night on a weekday, you can often get in smoothly.

A private New Year's party with a friend at Konkichi Udon in Uguisudani. Despite the name suggesting it's an udon shop, it's actually an izakaya. The prices are reasonable and the quality of the food is high. They have a wide variety of shochu and sake, which is great for drinkers. It's a very popular spot, so you may need to line up before opening on some days.

Assorted sashimi platter (680), Pork-wrapped grilled bamboo shoots (490), Chicken de Campagne (490), Crispy fried squid and cheese (?), Highball (350) x many, Green tea sour (380) x 2. The sashimi platter dish changed from long and narrow to round (by chance?), but the quality remains wonderful. This is a rare restaurant where you can only go with close friends as it mainly has counter seats and small tables, and it's hard to get a reservation. I will come again, thank you for the meal.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused temporary closures, changes in opening hours, and no reservations available at some places. Finally, after four years of longing, I was able to visit a restaurant that I had been thinking about for so long. It seems they now open at 5:00 PM, so I had my companion line up 30 minutes before. Due to work commitments, I arrived about 20 minutes late and the restaurant was already full with a line outside. We toasted with a green highball, and the drinks were strong! The spinach with sesame dressing was delicious, with plenty of black sesame seeds and perfectly cooked crunchy spinach. The sashimi platter had more varieties than expected, and the freshness and taste were excellent. The terrine or liver pate that my companion ordered was also very tasty with large chunks of ingredients. The crispy and fluffy potato fries were delicious. The seafood gratin was creamy with plenty of seafood, and the white sauce was rich and flavorful. The monkfish liver with ponzu sauce was fresh and delicious, changing my perception of this dish. The pork wrapped in new ginger had a sweet and sour flavor that complemented the dish well. The wakame udon noodles were the perfect way to end the meal, with a flavorful broth that warmed the stomach. The restaurant had an ashtray outside for smokers, and it was always full with a waiting line, showing how popular it is. I would definitely revisit this place if the opportunity arises.

When I passed by this restaurant on my way to a nearby kushikatsu place, I thought it looked nice. After finishing at the kushikatsu place, my friend said they were still hungry, so we decided to go in here. I was already full, so I had the cute chawanmushi pictured. My friend ordered udon and bonito sashimi, which I tried and found delicious. Even though it wasn't very late, they were already selling out of items, showing how popular this place is. I'd like to come back when I'm hungry again, even though they don't allow smoking. Thank you for the meal.

I finally came back to this delicious, cost-effective, and cozy restaurant that I want to visit again. The sashimi assortment had about 9 different types of fish, and it cost around 700 yen. The avocado and beef tendon gratin was hot and fluffy, while the duck and green onion yakitori had a ginger flavor. Of course, I had to have some udon noodles too. I love sipping on wine while eating udon, and the kakiage udon is my favorite. The wine was around 2000 yen per bottle, and when I got the bill, I had to double-check if it was correct because I was so satisfied and full from all the delicious food and drinks. This is definitely a great restaurant.

This was my first visit, as I completely overlooked this place. It's not just a regular udon shop, huh? I was worried about finding a seat at this awkward time of 5:40 PM...but they were open! And I could get a seat! This sashimi dish for 680 yen...so cheap. And the freshness is great. The portion size for all dishes is surprisingly generous for the prices. I couldn't eat the udon because I was here for drinking. Hmm, why did I miss out on this place before...? They take their job seriously. Yes.

The location of the love hotel district entrance makes it awkward to go with a partner after drinking, it's hard to make a reservation, there are only counter and 2-person seats so it's not suitable for large groups, yet it's always full. The recommended dishes by the staff are delicious and affordable, and you can even have udon noodles at the end. But it's not good for your health because you end up drinking and eating too much. So, I think it's better not to tell anyone about this place.

After the lifting of the state of emergency around 5 pm, just past Uguisudani Station's north exit, heading towards Iidamachi Street before the intersection. It's been a while since I finished work, so I decided to have a solo drink. I thought I wouldn't be able to get in, but there was one empty seat at the counter. I happily went in. To the right and further back were table seats, and to the left were more table seats. I sat at the counter and ordered the following: Bottle of beer (Black Label, medium size) for 500 yen, Black sugar shochu (Asahi, on the rocks) for 500 yen, Chestnut shochu (Dabada Fire Shake) for 500 yen, Corn tempura with seaweed salt and butter for 580 yen, Sashimi platter for 980 yen. The waitress asked, "Are you sure you can handle the sashimi platter, it's quite a lot?" I nodded reflexively. The beer arrived, no appetizer was served. After a while, the corn tempura arrived. I was surprised. It was about the size of a whole corn cob, with a generous amount of butter on top. There was also watercress at the bottom and shishito peppers on the side. I couldn't help but say, "This is amazing," and the waitress laughed and said, "It really is." It was delicious, but the amount was too much to finish with just one beer. The sashimi platter arrived late. Instead of three types, there were ten types. They were neatly arranged in a long dish, which was quite impressive. The sashimi was tender and delicious, especially the lightly pickled mackerel and kohada. With just these two dishes, the amount was overwhelming, so I gave up on ordering udon noodles as a closer. I found my favorite black sugar shochu, Asahi, and enjoyed it on the rocks. The glass was filled generously, and I was delighted. Still unable to keep up with the amount of food, I added the local chestnut shochu. This one was filled even more generously, maybe even more than before. In addition, the happiness of being able to drink outside again was causing my endorphins to be continuously released since the beginning of the meal. Before I knew it, I was completely drunk, and the god of drunkenness had descended. To everyone who received that incoherent message from me that day, I apologize for my rudeness. The next morning, I read it back with fear, but I could hardly understand what I was writing. It was fun, it was happiness. Thank you very much. It was a wonderful meal.

Overall rating: Service: B Food: A Ambiance: B Cost performance: A Summary: The cost performance is quite good, especially the sashimi platter which offers great value. It is very delicious. (Although the menu says 3 kinds of sashimi, you can actually get a platter with 10 kinds. LOL) The restaurant is always crowded, so it is recommended to take individual COVID-19 precautions. The staff are not very friendly, but the service is quick and they don't tend to bring all the ordered items at once. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant.