Hidden gem! Gyoza restaurant in Oimori I had been curious about this restaurant tucked away in a residential area for a long time, and finally had the chance to visit ❤️ Upon researching, I found out that this place is also related to the Yagi family, known for their Kamata gyoza, so you can guarantee its deliciousness. - Fried Gyoza ¥380 - Steamed Gyoza with Beef ¥690 - Steamed Chicken with Leek Sauce ¥640 - Liver and Chive ¥690 - Egg Fried Rice ¥540 - Shredded Pork with Green Peppers ¥910 The fried gyoza is so delicious! The crispy wings and fragrant sear make the skin pleasantly chewy, and the filling is simple yet juicy and flavorful. It's dangerously delicious and makes you want endless gyoza. The steamed gyoza offers a different but equally delicious taste. The liver and chive stir-fry and other dishes were all tasty as well. If you want to eat authentic Chinese food, this place is highly recommended. The cost performance is amazing, making it perfect for a group outing. If you love gyoza, you must visit this place. [Exploring the Area✍️] Oimori is not just about Kaizuka! The Oimori Sanno area is where prime ministers from the Meiji and Taisho era had their villas. It's a fun area to explore with attractions like the memorial hall of journalist Tokutomi Soho. - Dairen - 8 minutes walk from Oimori Station

I visited the restaurant after 1 pm on a national holiday. The atmosphere was a bit calm, and I was seated on the first floor. I ordered the liver and leek stir-fry set meal with dumplings and waited for a while. It cost 1,100 yen. I asked for a smaller portion of rice. The liver and leek stir-fry arrived first after a short wait, followed by the dumplings. The liver and leek stir-fry was not incredibly delicious, but it felt like something I could eat every week, with plenty of vegetables. The pan-fried dumplings were 380 yen for 7 pieces, and the skins looked soft and delicious. The filling had lots of vegetables and juicy meat, but the meat itself was light. The inside was very hot, so be careful not to burn yourself. There was either no garlic or very little garlic, so my mouth felt refreshed after eating. The dumplings had a beautiful color and were very delicious. It was a great meal. Thank you.

I visited "Kaiwaro" last week and decided then that I must visit here next week. I went there promptly, but the first floor was already full, so I was seated on the second floor. They have a lunch menu with a variety of set options, but I decided to order the following a la carte items: - Grilled Gyoza (380 yen tax included) - Egg Fried Rice (540 yen tax included) I started with the fried rice, which was simple with egg and green onions, but had a strong salty taste. The soup was a light egg drop soup. The stir-fried bean sprouts on a small plate had a strong sesame oil flavor. And then the grilled gyoza. The skin was chewy and the filling was juicy. The meat juices spread in my mouth as I easily finished all 7 pieces by myself. Next time, I want to try the "Liver and Leek" dish that many people around me were ordering.

I went to the evening session at the Chinese restaurant "Dairen" in Omori town. Normally, I would be torn between "Kaihakuro" and "Dairen", but on this day, due to road construction, "Kaihakuro" happened to be closed, so I chose "Dairen" without hesitation! After toasting with a Qingdao beer, I ordered a must-have "pan-fried dumplings", "century egg", and "stir-fried water spinach" for the first half, and "Sichuan-style special mapo tofu" and "seafood fried rice" for the second half. The "pan-fried dumplings" unfortunately did not have wings and the seasoning was a bit strong, but even when eating carefully, the splattering meat juice was a concern, which may be a characteristic of this restaurant. On the other hand, the "century egg" and "stir-fried water spinach" were exquisitely seasoned and delicious! Next, the "mapo eggplant" in the second half was filled with plenty of eggplant, making it go well with Qingdao beer! The finale of "seafood fried rice" had properly prepared shrimp, squid, and scallops, with a perfect saltiness and oily finish! The difference in quality between the "pan-fried dumplings" and "egg fried rice" I had during the day was clear, with the evening session being much more delicious. Also, I thought the cost performance was too good!

This is a restaurant among the top 100 in 2021. It serves Chinese home-style cooking. I visited during lunchtime, where ordering from the lunch menu allows for free refills of rice and soup. The seating is close together, so you may end up sharing a table with others when it gets busy. I ordered the Water Dumplings Set Meal for 770 yen, 7 Pan-Fried Dumplings for 380 yen, and a medium bottle of Kirin Beer for 540 yen (Kirin Lager Beer). The set meal came with Egg Drop Soup, rice, and namul. It also included 10 water dumplings. The dumpling skins were chewy, and the filling was juicy. The pan-fried dumplings were crispy on the outside and oozing with meat juices inside. The Egg Drop Soup was light in flavor. This restaurant offers a great value for enjoying Chinese cuisine.

I came to this restaurant because it was listed in the Top 100 on Tabelog for 2021. I arrived on a Sunday around 6:30 pm and the first floor was already full, so I went up to the second floor. It turns out it's a famous gyoza restaurant. The handmade pan-fried gyoza with wings are served daily. The dishes were average, all tasting similar and quite strong in flavor.

Located a 5-minute walk from Omori Station Yamate-guchi, in a quiet residential area where the houses are large and luxury cars are a common sight, I visited a Showa-era Chinese restaurant today. The interior had only five 6-seater tables, and it seemed normal to share a table with other customers, which surprisingly felt natural due to the nostalgic atmosphere. I ordered the Tan Tan Men and Half Fried Rice set for ¥800 from the lunch menu. The fluffy fried rice and classic Tan Tan Men may not be flashy, but they are delicious traditional Chinese dishes. The portions were generous, and with a wide variety on the lunch menu, I can see myself coming back without getting tired of it. Next time, I want to try the Gyoza set.

Located in a residential area a 10-minute walk from the west exit of Oimori Station on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, this Chinese restaurant has a wide variety of authentic Chinese dishes displayed on the walls inside, despite its modest exterior resembling a local Chinese eatery. The restaurant is known for its popular dumplings and egg fried rice. We ordered the pan-fried dumplings, egg fried rice, and chicken with cashew nuts. The dumplings were juicy and flavorful, even without dipping sauce. The egg fried rice had a simple and rustic taste that paired well with any side dish. The chicken with cashew nuts had a strong and delicious flavor, complementing the egg fried rice perfectly. The total bill for three dishes came out to be 1790 yen, which was incredibly cost-effective. It was evident that the restaurant was frequented by locals.

At Oomori Dairen in Tokyo, there were empty seats on the second floor. - Grilled Gyoza (380 yen) was ready in 14 minutes. It was meaty, oily, crispy, and delicious! It has a satisfying texture and is one of the best in Tokyo. - Steamed Gyoza with Beef (690 yen) I wanted the pork-filled one, but it only came in a set of 20, so I ordered the beef-filled one with 10 pieces. Just like xiaolongbao, it had a burst of meat juice and a chewy skin, very delicious! I could eat these endlessly! - Special Spicy Steamed Gyoza (690 yen) The spiciness from Sichuan pepper and chili was delicious! It's not as spicy as the name suggests, so don't be scared! These gyoza were really delicious.

Lunch at the Chinese restaurant "Dairen" located about a 10-minute walk from Omori Station towards Yamashita. This place is run by Chinese people, more like mainland Chinese cuisine than typical Chinese street food. It was named one of the top 100 restaurants in 2021. The restaurant is small, with two 6-person tables and two 4-person tables. There is no counter. Since many people dine alone, sharing a table is common. The ceiling is interesting, like the bottom of a ship. The place was almost full, so I ended up sharing a table with 6 people. As it got busier, they started seating people on the second floor. The second floor seems to have a similar amount of space. The lunch sets start at 620 yen for ramen and half-fried rice, very affordable! Feeling like beer and liver with leeks. Liver and leek stir-fry set for 720 yen, Kirin beer for 540 yen. I wanted to try the dumplings, so I ordered the steamed dumplings. They only had pork steamed dumplings in orders of 20, but for beef dumplings, 10 were okay. The mystery of why pork dumplings are only available in 20, while beef dumplings are okay in 10, and the difference between steamed and boiled dumplings, remains. As I sipped on my cold beer, the liver and leek stir-fry set arrived. It was packed with bean sprouts, leeks, carrots, and liver in a thick sauce. It was piping hot! The flavors were tangy and sweet, and the liver was juicy and delicious. The steamed dumplings also arrived. They were served with soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil. The handmade dumplings were chewy and juicy, with a filling that was mostly meat. They were different from the vegetable-filled dumplings, but still tasty. Overall, the food was cheap and delicious. I would like to try the fried rice and pan-fried dumplings next time.

It is a Chinese restaurant located about a 10-minute walk from Omori Station, known for its gyoza. I arrived around 12:50 on a Monday and saw a sign outside saying "Chinese home cooking." They have tables for 4, 26, and 36 people, and if it's busy, you may have to share a table. I ordered the gyoza, which was 7 pieces for ¥380. They also had a lunch menu with options ranging from ¥670 to ¥870. The restaurant is run by a Chinese couple, and the wife takes orders in Chinese and communicates with the kitchen. The gyoza had a beautiful crispy lattice pattern on top, a thick skin, and a chewy texture. It was flavorful and satisfying. They provided dipping sauce, vinegar, and chili oil, but I preferred the gyoza on its own. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making it a warm and pleasant dining experience.

Visited a Chinese restaurant around 7:00 PM on Monday, June 26, 2023. The restaurant is located in a residential area about a 10-minute walk from Omori Station. It has two floors, with the first floor being full so we were seated on the second floor. Started with a draft beer (¥540). Ordered the special spicy steamed dumplings (10 pieces, ¥690) and pan-fried dumplings (7 pieces, ¥380) from the menu featuring a photo of Dalian Station, which I have visited several times. Also ordered egg fried rice (¥540). The spicy steamed dumplings were not as spicy as expected, with plenty of soup inside, similar to xiaolongbao. The pan-fried dumplings had a unique flavor. The fried rice was a bit on the heavier side. Overall, the dishes were just average Chinese food.

This popular place known for its delicious dumplings. It has even won awards in the past as one of the top 100 restaurants. I visited this time with some friends. It's great for groups since you can try a variety of dishes. If it's your first time, you can't go wrong with ordering dumplings and fried rice. The liver and leek dish was tasty, although I wish there was a bit more liver.

On Saturday at 6:30 PM, I waited a little (5 minutes) before being able to enter the restaurant. Most of the menu items are priced between 300 yen and 1000 yen, with generous portions, making it a great value. This time, I ordered mapo harumaki, gyoza, yakisoba with five ingredients, stir-fried wood ear mushrooms and eggs, stir-fried pork with green peppers, and wonton soup, along with 2 bottles of beer and 5 sour drinks. The total came to just under 6500 yen. It was quick, cheap, and delicious. I will definitely visit again!

A Chinese restaurant quietly loved in a residential street! I was intrigued by this local Chinese restaurant. The photos all looked delicious and made my mouth water. I ordered the classic stir-fried vegetables and gyoza fried rice. Everything was delicious, and the gyoza had a new texture. It was crispy and chewy! The gyoza had a juicy and meaty texture, very tasty. Beer is a must! The mapo eggplant was also carefully made and tasted excellent. The customers are mostly local residents, and the restaurant is located a little away from Oimachi Station. It might be nice to take a leisurely walk there.

I used the lunch menu for the first time. I had eaten here a year ago, but I didn't realize it was a famous restaurant. Today, I tried the classic Gyoza set meal. The quality at this price... it was really delicious. I'm interested in trying other set meals, so I want to come back another day. Thank you for the meal~

At Oimori Station, when searching for a place to have lunch on Tabelog, I found a Chinese restaurant that was listed as one of the top 100 in 2021. It's located about a 10-minute walk from the station, tucked away in a back alley off the main street. The restaurant is a two-story building, with seating for about 5 groups on the first floor and 4 groups on the second floor. The interior is typical of a local Chinese restaurant, with white walls, menus posted, and red tables. I ordered gyoza and fried rice, which are my go-to dishes at a Chinese restaurant. I also ordered liver and leek stir-fry, which I enjoyed. The portion of liver in the dish was quite generous, and the flavor was a bit on the strong side, but it went well with rice. The fried rice with shrimp, squid, and scallops was flavorful and had a good mix of ingredients. The highlight was the grilled gyoza, which had a crispy texture but was slightly burnt. Despite this, the taste was average, with a hint of bitterness. The shrimp mayo dish was pricey but came in a large portion, enough to share among a group. Overall, the restaurant had a local charm and served generous portions of food. It seemed like a place loved by the locals.

I went to "Dairen," a famous dumpling restaurant in Omori. It had been 20 years since my last visit. I remember it being recommended as a delicious dumpling spot in magazines like Dancyu. I sat down at a shared table and ordered a bottle of beer and some pan-fried dumplings. The dumplings took quite a while to arrive, and when they did, the edges were still not fully cooked and a bit slimy. I wish they had been cooked a bit longer. The seasoning of the filling was too strong, and the plate looked greasy. After finishing the dumplings, I ordered some egg fried rice. It was quickly prepared and had a moist texture with a slight graininess from the eggs. Overall, I thought the restaurant offered good value for the money.

Oimori, located between Oimachi and Kamata on the Keihin-Tohoku Line, is famous for the shell mound discovered by American zoologist Edward S. Morse in the Meiji era. The Yamamizu area, a gentle plateau located to the west of the station, is a high-class residential area in Tokyo where former politicians such as Katsura Taro and Nishi-no-Miya Kimon used to have their mansions. At the end of Yamamizu Elementary School, there is a standalone restaurant called Dairen, which was created by the founder of Ni Hao, Yagi Isao, who came up with the idea of making crispy dumplings by pouring wheat flour mixed with water onto a hot plate based on the recipe for grilled meat buns he ate in China. I visited the Chinese home cooking restaurant Dairen, an affiliate of the restaurant I used to visit often when I worked in Mita. Despite being a high-class residential area, the pricing here is very reasonable. I ordered the following items: Miso ramen for 690 yen, Shoyu ramen for 490 yen, Sesame-flavored tantanmen for 690 yen, Super spicy tantanmen for 690 yen, Vegetable-rich Ankake men for 770 yen, Vegetable-rich men for 540 yen, Spicy sour ramen for 870 yen, Wonton men for 640 yen, Grilled dumplings for 380 yen, Boiled pork dumplings for 540 yen, and Boiled beef dumplings for 690 yen. I ordered the Tantanmen (Vegetable-rich men) and grilled dumplings. The unique feature here is that the dumplings have a mesh-like pattern on their wings. The filling consists of minced pork, Chinese cabbage, green onions, and ginger, with no garlic. It had been a while since I last visited, but I once again found it delicious. It was a delicious meal at a famous grilled dumpling restaurant in a high-class residential area. Thank you for the meal! ｡⁠◕⁠‿⁠◕⁠｡

I had the mapo tofu set meal and pan-fried dumplings for lunch based on reviews. You can have unlimited rice for 1100 yen, which is a good deal. The mapo tofu had a strong chili flavor, but I personally wished it had more numbing Sichuan peppercorns for a deeper taste. The pan-fried dumplings had a crispy exterior and juicy filling. They were like a cross between pan-fried buns and dumplings, and I found them delicious. I might try the boiled dumplings next time.

Gyoza 100 famous restaurant. A shop located in a residential area about 5 minutes from Omori Station North Exit. I revisited because it was very delicious last time. There were 2 groups of customers at 12:00 on Sunday. There are about 5 tables on the first floor, and there is also a second floor. There are 22 types of lunch menu, and I ordered the Gyoza set meal for 670 yen. Rice and soup are free refills. The crispy winged gyoza has a unique taste, not too strong, but somehow delicious, very delicious. Gyoza that you would want to eat on a daily basis.