The sausage breakfast is no longer on the menu, which is disappointing because I really liked it. It was a set meal with three slices of large, soft sausages, not the crispy type, and it came with a sweet sauce that went well with the rice. I added extra toppings, but the sweet sauce was missing. I might visit Yoshinoya less often now.

I visited "Sukiya Uguisudani Store" around 5 pm on a certain day in December 2021. The restaurant is located just a 1-minute walk from Uguisudani Station. The interior is not very spacious, with only one other customer present when I arrived. I sat at the counter and ordered the "Gyudon Set Meal" for ¥560 plus "Kimchi" for ¥130. There was only one male staff member working. I waited for about 3 minutes before my food was served. The set meal included gyudon, rice, miso soup, kimchi, pickles, and a raw egg. I sprinkled shichimi pepper on the gyudon and had it with pickled ginger on the side. The combination of the slightly sweet gyudon and rice was as good as ever. The kimchi was served chopped, and although it felt like it lacked flavor, it seemed like it would complement the gyudon when eaten together. Personally, it wasn't my favorite taste, but I found myself enjoying it more when combined with the gyudon. Mixing the raw egg and eating it sukiyaki-style was also delicious. The pickles went well with the rice and gyudon. The variety of ways to enjoy the gyudon set meal kept me interested until the end. The miso soup at Sukiya had a consistent taste, with green onions and fried tofu that made it enjoyable for everyone. While the pairing of the gyudon set meal and kimchi wasn't perfect, I appreciated the increased variety in how I could enjoy my meal. I thoroughly enjoyed the taste of the gyudon at Sukiya, which is something I occasionally crave.

The sausage set meal is delicious. Both soba chain and gyudon chain are popular choices for single people. The menus are quite similar, but the sausage set meal at Sukiya goes perfectly with rice. I think I'll be hooked on this for a while.

I had the Garlic Sprout Gyudon from Sukiya again. This is the third time this week. I can't resist it as a garlic lover. It's probably not good to eat this late at night. It's a limited-time offer, but I think I'll have it three more times before it ends.

This month, it seems like it's Gyudon Month, as if you use PayPay, you can get a discount of around 40-50%. So, I decided to have lunch at "Sukiya" today. I went to Uguisudani for a health check-up at Uguisudani Health Center in the morning. After finishing the check-up, I arrived at Sukiya around 11 am, just in time for lunch. I ordered the One Coin Lunch - Gyudon (regular size) set for 500 yen including tax. It comes with a regular size Gyudon, salad, and raw egg. It's supposed to be 80 yen cheaper, but who knows. The food came out in less than 5 minutes, which was impressive. However, the Gyudon was a bit lacking in toppings, there was a bald spot. It really changes the perception of the dish. The taste was average, not good or bad. It's a matter of personal preference. In any case, for me, it was a 50% discount, so I effectively paid 250 yen for the meal. It's a great deal. I need to make full use of the discount this month.

I went in early October last year for breakfast before work. I slept in and around 8 o'clock, I had a limited-time offer of Doria beef bowl. I always tend to order limited-time offers because you can only eat them at that time. The beef bowl had cheese sauce, asparagus, and paprika, which added a lot of color and looked very beautiful. The taste was delicious, with a perfect balance of Japanese and Western flavors. It wasn't too rich, just right. The asparagus and paprika, whether covered in sauce or not, added a nice touch.

Eating Out Edition - Surprised! Half-Automatic Cash Register at Sukiya, Gyudon Regular @ Sukiya/Uguisudani This is a story from a little while ago, but for lunch on 8/4 (Sunday), I went to this restaurant. It's the Sukiya Uguisudani branch. I had stumbled upon this place while walking before. I was in the mood for gyudon, so I decided to visit this place on this day. First, I checked the menu. It was a hot day, so I briefly thought about curry, but the cost difference between curry and gyudon was clear at a glance. I didn't think there was much of a cost difference between curry and gyudon. (If anything, considering the amount of meat, gyudon seemed more expensive.) It seemed like the price of gyudon was lowered, and the difference was added to other menu items, so I decided to go with the recommended gyudon, as expected, and ordered a regular gyudon (350 yen). The gyudon arrived quickly. A simple style with only meat and onions on a bed of rice. I added pickled ginger and sprinkled plenty of shichimi pepper, and I was ready to eat. Of course, gyudon goes well with pickled ginger and shichimi pepper. Let's dig in. Yum, delicious! Gyudon always tastes good no matter when you eat it. The onions are cooked just right. If the onions in gyudon were raw, it wouldn't be good. The rice soaked in sauce is also delicious! I could just eat this alone. The pickled ginger. It really does a great job. I slurped down the gyudon, pouring it down my throat, and finished it in one go. Phew, I'm full. With this taste and portion at this price, the cost performance is definitely satisfactory. I left the restaurant very satisfied. The end. Bonus: When I went to pay, the cash register was semi-automatic (the staff scans the receipt on the machine, and then the customer inserts cash themselves for payment). This method is common in supermarkets nowadays, but it was my first time experiencing it at a restaurant. It was a bit surprising, but when I thought about it, it seems like the vending machine style like at Matsuya is more advanced in terms of rationalization.

This is Sukiyakiya Uguisudani branch. Sukiyaki pilgrimage journey: 57th stage Beef bowl restaurant tour: 76th stage Beef bowl... 350 yen. There are two foreigners here, one woman and one man. Since it's a store in front of the station, it's quite crowded. The capacity is around 20-25 seats, and about half of them are filled. It's good because there's not much unnecessary chatter (laughs). The beef bowl has a slightly generous amount of broth. It's not drenched in broth, but it's right on the edge. They are trying hard, so I want to support them. Thank you for the meal.

I couldn't drink alcohol for a while, but it seems like it's been lifted, which is great. It's nice to be able to eat to my heart's content in just 15 minutes during this time. It's a lifesaver.

I had some business to attend to and it was lunchtime in front of Uguisudani Station. While there is a Matsuya nearby, I was drawn to Sukiya today. I decided to try the "unagi donburi" since I was already there, ordering the large size along with clam soup and pickled vegetables set. The clam soup barely had any clam flavor, and the pickled vegetables seemed to have only been rubbed with salt. As for the unagi, it was disappointing as it lacked the flavor of eel and only tasted like the sauce. Considering the price, I had to accept it. Maybe next time I'll just stick to the regular gyudon.

This time, "Sukiya" raised the price of their beef bowl, but increased the amount of meat by about 20%. Despite the price increase, it still costs only 350 yen, which is cheap! For reference, "Yoshinoya" and "Matsuya" both charge 380 yen for their beef bowls. I usually prefer Yoshinoya, so I don't usually eat at Sukiya, but this time I decided to give it a try. By the way, the staff at this particular store seemed very flustered just because there were a few customers at the counter. The increase in meat quantity was noticeable, and it seems like the competitors also offer a similar amount of rice and meat. I always felt that the meat portion was lacking compared to the rice, especially at Yoshinoya. That's why I often end up ordering the "large" size, which doesn't end up being cheap. Matsuya includes miso soup, so the lack of meat doesn't feel as pronounced there. However, with Sukiya's recent changes, the ratio of rice to meat is just right. It feels satisfying to eat them together in equal proportions. The flavor of the sauce also seems to have been slightly improved, with a stronger umami and saltiness. If that's the case, it's fantastic news for someone like me on a budget. The beef bowl industry has managed to keep prices relatively stable and affordable even in tough times, and they seem to have subtly adjusted prices based on the amount of meat. As a result, the clear perception of "more rice than meat" has emerged. Sukiya's decision this time seems to have reset various things.

I noticed a variety of donburi bowls on the menu at the beef bowl restaurant, including a special seafood Chinese donburi. I decided to order the White Negi Gyudon for 380 yen and a miso soup for 150 yen. The kitchen staff were busy, but I didn't have to wait long for my food. The beef bowl was delicious, with a spicy sauce and black pepper adding a nice kick. The miso soup was filled with lots of vegetables and tasted better than regular miso soup. The menu had so many options like highball mayo gyudon, kimchi gyudon, and more. I look forward to trying them all in the future. After eating, I felt really thirsty and ended up drinking a whole bottle of water. Overall, the food was tasty and I enjoyed the unique twist of adding extra sauce to the yakisoba.

On my way back home from work, my stomach was growling. It was a little past lunchtime, and if I were to cook now, it would be 1 o'clock. I thought about buying something on my way back or grabbing a bite to eat... and then I saw "Sukiya." I like beef bowls, but honestly, I don't have the courage to eat alone inside. I eat slowly, so being alone in that space feels suffocating to me. I passed by, but then I thought about getting takeout. So, I went back. I ordered a "Grated Ponzu Beef Bowl" in a large size for 480 yen, and a miso soup for 70 yen. The miso soup had seaweed and fried tofu as toppings. The grated ponzu sauce came in a separate container. The meat quality was quite good. They use Australian beef. I was satisfied and full for only 550 yen. There were other varieties of beef bowls available, such as 3 types of cheese, kimchi, sesame sauce with sautéed burdock, wasabi mountain topping, and more. There were a variety of options to choose from.

The other day, I visited Sukiya. I've been on a diet recently, so I'm always conscious of calories. That's why I ordered this: Gyudon Light Oshinko Set for 400 yen. The regular Gyudon (regular size) Oshinko Set has 694kcal, but this one has less than half at 339kcal. It looks normal except for the cabbage, but the secret is here: instead of rice, it has warm tofu. It has a hint of yuzu, making it refreshing. The set comes with miso soup and pickles as usual. When I eat Gyudon, I tend to worry about calories, but with this, I can eat without any concerns.

It's been a while since I visited Sukiya. The menu is still quite extensive. This time, I visited because they collaborated with that idol master! Unfortunately, it wasn't at the participating store, so I couldn't get the bromide at the store, but I plan to enter the giveaway on the receipt. Should I choose a bowl or a tapestry? It's a tough decision. But aside from that, let's talk about the food. I ordered the grated ponzu beef bowl with pork miso soup set this time. It's a good deal to get the miso soup set with the beef bowl. Sukiya has unique menu items that you can't find at other beef bowl chains. Even though I got a regular size, the portion felt quite substantial, maybe because of the miso soup. I didn't feel completely full with the regular size, though... maybe the portion size increased? Overall, I might visit again. Good luck, Idol Master!