Recently, I have started looking up gourmet options not only on Instagram but also on YouTube. This time, I found out about this place on YouTube channel "Wakki TV/Seiki Ishiwaki". The fried rice looked delicious. I visited on a Tuesday around 11:00 PM. I had a drinking party in Shinbashi and decided to stop by since I was in the area. It was located right near Shinbashi Station. The interior was a standing style bar. There were 2 groups and 3 individuals including myself. Everyone was enjoying the food and getting along well. The space was a bit narrow, but it was fine for eating. The menu was very affordable. Feeling obliged to order, I got a beer. I also ordered other dishes that caught my attention. ・Draft Beer 480 yen ・Black Pork Steamed Bun (in-house) 280 yen ・300g Fried Rice 580 yen Just Size -250 yen ・Fried Chicken 480 yen Just Size -200 yen ・Pan-fried Dumplings (in-house) 380 yen Total 1,750 yen (tax included 1,925 yen) The beer and pork bun arrived quickly. The black pork bun looked delicious so I couldn't resist. It was filled with juicy meaty filling. The chewy skin soaked in the meat juices was amazing. About 5 minutes later, the fried chicken arrived. The Just Size was perfect for one person. The inside of the batter was gray in color, probably from the pepper. The crispy texture of the batter was tasty. Finally, after about 10 minutes, the fried rice arrived. Despite being Just Size, the portion was decent. It was fluffy and the umami flavor was outstanding. There was a comment on YouTube saying "This might be the best without a joke", and I completely understood why. Lastly, I also ordered the dumplings. They were bite-sized and perfect for snacking. It was nice that there was no pressure to order drinks. Next time, I will go try the Golden Century Egg. Thank you for the meal.

This is a standing bar near Shinbashi Station. Around 3 pm, there were no customers, but soon after, customers started coming in one after another. This is a new type of business for the Heso Group, which has several stores in this area. I forgot to take a picture of the menu as usual, but they mainly offer Chinese town dishes, including dim sum, a la carte dishes, noodles, and rice dishes. Happy Hour is from 3 pm to 6 pm on weekdays, with draft beer for 299 yen, sours and highballs for 199 yen, which is a good deal. I ordered a draft beer. The turnover of the keg seemed good, so I felt comfortable ordering it. I wasn't very hungry as I had just eaten lunch, but I wanted to try something, so I ordered the pork bun set. It's one of the sets you can choose once per person, but during Happy Hour, there's no real reason to order a set since the drinks are cheaper (^_^;) It comes with a small side dish, but you could do without it... (bitter smile) The pork bun was served steaming hot, so I couldn't touch it at first, but that was good too. The filling had a meaty texture and was juicy, with a natural sweetness from the bun, making it quite light and enjoyable. I decided to order another Chinese dish, the numbing mapo tofu. Some items on the menu can be ordered in a single serving size, and the numbing mapo tofu was ordered in a single serving. Even so, the portion was quite generous (^ω^) At first, you feel a bit of numbness, but it doesn't linger and soon the umami from the ground meat starts to stand out. I'm not a big fan of numbness, but I was totally fine with it, so it may not be suitable for those seeking a strong numbing sensation. There was a shared corner with condiments and extra plates, so you could possibly add more Sichuan pepper there. The drinks were cheap but not watered down, allowing you to enjoy a good buzz. Happy Hour is a good deal, but if you cleverly use the option to choose a set once or order single servings, you can drink cheaply. Of course, it's also good to come with a few people and order a variety of dishes. Overall, I think it's a user-friendly place (^◇^) I'm curious about the high-ida ramen on the menu. I miss the 7.5Hz that used to be in Shinbashi.

Despite its reasonable prices, the taste is quite authentic. As someone from Kansai, I prefer this place over the popular chain store ○51. The customer service was exceptionally polite, which was a pleasant surprise. I would definitely revisit this place when I come back to Tokyo.

After having ramen, I had some time before meeting friends for drinks, so I wanted to have a few drinks on my own first (lol). I went to Kamosu Shrine for the first time in a while and was just wandering around when I found a nice little shop. I passed by it once but ended up going back. There was only one customer there, and it was a standing-style bar! Sour drinks for 199 yen, what a steal! I ended up having two sours while munching on some gyoza. It didn't even cost me 1000 yen, which was great. The gyoza had a strong garlic flavor and was delicious, but they were just so small (lol). This place is perfect for when you just want to have a drink or two quickly. It was an awesome find! Cheers!

[Second Stop] Around 10 PM on Friday, 2 people standing and eating. [Ordered Menu] - Assorted appetizers set 730 yen - Marumasa Gyoza set 580 yen - Acerola sour - Jasmine highball x2. We decided to have a drink suddenly and came to this place near the station! Since we were already full, we didn't order much food... The place was bustling as it was a Friday night! The staff came to take our drink order quickly without us having to call them, so we were able to drink without any stress, even though it was a short time. It cost around 3,500 yen for the two of us!! Thank you for the meal!

I decided to go for a solo drink in Shinbashi and ended up at Heso-san. Although I had been here before, my memories of eating and drinking were very vague. The sign that said "Pork Bun and Beer are a culture" caught my attention, so I decided to revisit. The first thing I noticed was the great value and affordability of the set menu. I started with the pan-fried dumplings set and paired it with a highball to balance out the greasiness of Chinese food. I also ordered stir-fried liver and leeks, wood ear mushrooms and egg, and sweet and sour pork. Being able to order single portions of various dishes is a great convenience for solo drinkers like me. I enjoyed my meal while sipping on my highball and listening to the lively conversations of salarymen. Before I knew it, time had flown by. When I asked for the bill, I realized I forgot to order the pork bun and beer! Oh well, I'll have to come back again.

This is a Chinese cuisine restaurant of the Heso Group, with several branches in Shinbashi. The interior has only standing tables, and it was interesting to see commercial refrigerators used as tables. During lunchtime, there were more people having meals. The menu is diverse, with just the right sizes available, making it great for solo drinkers. In addition to the grand menu, there are also daily specials written on a whiteboard. There are many noodle and rice dishes that can also be enjoyed as snacks, with a tasteful lineup. It gives off a modern Chinese vibe, true to the Heso Group's style. I ordered a platter of three appetizers (dried tofu, char siu, menma), Chinese-style sashimi, mapo tofu, and pork buns. The black pork char siu had a rich flavor and was delicious. The dried tofu was salty and went well with beer. The Chinese-style sashimi featured sea bream with fried garlic, coriander, and chili sauce, giving it an Asian twist. The mapo tofu, in just the right size, was surprisingly filling. It had a sweet and numbing taste from the Sichuan pepper, which I really enjoyed! The ground meat was flavorful, possibly made with black pork? The pork buns were labeled as 150, reminiscent of 551 Horai. They were served piping hot in a steamer. The skin was chewy and slightly sweet, similar to 551 Horai, but not quite as good. The drinks had a typical lineup and were not particularly cheap. I imagine it would be crowded at night, but it's suitable for dining alone or with a few people, making it versatile for different occasions like pre-drinks, first rounds, or second rounds. I would definitely like to visit again. The references to "just the right size" and "pork buns and beer are a culture" are amusing, as they playfully reference popular chains like Osho and Dandan. The background music playing nostalgic hits from the mid-2000s was a nice touch. The interior was filled with colorful posters, and the kitchen facing the street had a different atmosphere, creating a chaotic and lively ambiance.

It is located just a short walk from Shimbashi Station, right in front of the SL Square. The front area serves as a take-out counter, and the entrance to the restaurant may be a little hard to find. I recommend trying the set with a drink and their recommended pork buns and shumai. You can enjoy a pork bun, a side dish, and a drink for 480 yen. The side dish varies from peanuts and namul to meatballs. They also offer half-size dishes, so you can easily spend around 1,000 yen for 1 or 2 dishes if you visit alone. Personally, I like that I can eat tofu and Japanese dishes at this price, as not many Chinese restaurants offer them.

A standing Chinese restaurant in front of Shimbashi Station has started serving lunch. The concept seems to be offering voluminous lunches at a reasonable price, which made me hesitate due to time constraints. However, I found a limited quantity "cold noodles" on the menu, and after two other customers ordered it, I asked the lone staff member to prepare it for me. The staff mentioned it would take some time, which I expected. While waiting, I watched as the staff cooked stir-fried dishes for the other customers and started boiling the noodles. After 7 minutes, the lunches for the other customers were ready, and I hoped my noodles would be served next as rap music played in the background. However, the staff started the cold noodle process, searched for the broth, and took out the toppings from the fridge, resulting in some wasted time. After 18 minutes, the dish arrived, followed by chopsticks. The topping was a sunny-side-up egg, and the rest was a typical cold noodle dish from a local Chinese restaurant. It had a nostalgic Showa era vibe that I enjoyed. I spent a total of 23 minutes there and paid with a cashless payment method while the lunchtime crowd mixed with the daytime drinkers.

After work, I stopped by Shinbashi for the first time in a while. My purpose was to visit Ushu-ya, a fishing equipment store in the New Shinbashi Building. I was going on a trip to the sea with my sister and her husband the next day, so I needed fishing gear. However, the New Shinbashi Building, where Ushu-ya is located on the 2nd floor, is in a very erotic area, and with my mental age still in my teens, I quickly fled after finishing my shopping. Feeling disgusted, I escaped, but outside was a tropical night with temperatures over 30℃. I thought about having a meal and heading home, and decided to try this restaurant that I was curious about. "Heso" is a standing bar that has several branches on the west side of Shinbashi. I found out that "Heso" had opened a restaurant serving town Chinese cuisine. It was located near SL Square, with the entrance to the restaurant at the back of the corner where they sell meat buns for takeout. There was a flashy digital signboard facing the street, with set menus for ramen and dumplings displayed, making me think I could just have a meal and leave, but upon entering, it was just a standing bar. While they did have Chinese menu items like ramen, fried rice, and mapo tofu, they were only available as individual items, and the only set menu was for drinking. I lost my motivation all at once and unconsciously chose the assorted appetizer set tax-included 1078 yen from the drink set menu. I chose a highball as my drink, but looking back now, it was a mistake. A dish was served before the assorted appetizer set, which was described as coming with one dish. It was a cold Chinese-style pate in a small dish. It wasn't delicious. The assorted appetizer set arrived. It was different from the photo. Instead of kimchi, there was an excessively salty shredded tofu-like dish. The cold and tough chashu, and the overly salty and excessive menma. It wasn't delicious. I didn't want to order anything else. The highball didn't have much in it, but I didn't want a refill. I really hated the cigarette smoke from the next table. I wanted to leave quickly. I couldn't leave food uneaten due to a trauma from my childhood. I endured and ate, then paid the bill. The Nepalese-looking master asked the waitress, "Is this correct?" When I checked, it was not 1078 yen but 1188 yen. I thought it was a mistake, but the highball had a 100 yen surcharge. Yes, that's correct. I only had one drink. I left. I won't come back again. I remembered. I had a bad experience at Heso before. I won't repeat it. There are people who eagerly jump on trends. But things like Neo-popular bars, family-style, Jiro-style, town Chinese-style, it's impossible. Especially town Chinese, you need a long history in the business. I can't forgive those who try to imitate them. I can't forgive myself for entering. I was left feeling very emotional and exhausted from the intense heat, and I was completely worn out.

"Visited a popular standing bar in Shinbashi with the concept of a town Chinese restaurant called 'Heso.' This time, I tried their Chinese cuisine for a change. It was a bit late on a Friday, but luckily a table was available. I ordered the Meat Juicy Shumai Set for 638 yen and added a Hoppy drink for an extra 110 yen. My dining companion ordered the Chinese Marujo Gyoza Set to share. The shumai was juicy and flavorful, while the gyoza had a thin skin and a tasty vegetable filling. I switched my drink to a Chu-Hi as my stomach was getting full. On a separate visit, I tried the visually appealing Toppokki Fried Rice for 968 yen, which was full of chewy rice cakes. The fried rice was cooked to perfection, but unfortunately, the chef who made it has left. Hoping to enjoy that delicious fried rice again in the future."

Standing Chinese restaurant "Heso Group" located in front of the New Shinbashi Building, with multiple outlets centered around Shinbashi. The shop has a takeout-only section in the front, and further inside, there is a standing area with table seats and refrigerated table seats. Opted for the refrigerated table seats which was a novel idea, as the space underneath was used for commercial refrigerators. The lunch special ordered was the "Tobikko fried rice set" for 1200 yen, with a smaller portion of 300g of fried rice requested. The set also included meat juice shumai, a small dish (pickled vegetables), soup, and a soft drink. Chose jasmine tea as the soft drink, which was served ice-cold and had a strong bitterness. The fried rice was excellent with plenty of tobikko, and the fried rice itself was deliciously fluffy. The meat juice shumai was freshly steamed and hot, with thin and light skin. The quality of the food was solid, and the neighboring salarymen were enjoying highballs with options for different whiskies. The menu also includes gyoza, mixed vegetables, mapo tofu, and even large chicken karaage. Overall, a fun and affordable dining experience with friendly staff.

I went to a second party and ordered black fried rice, but regular fried rice came instead. When I told the staff, they said that the order for black fried rice was indeed placed, but they couldn't change it. I ended up eating the regular fried rice, which was really bland. It was disappointing that it was the restaurant's mistake.

I left in 10 minutes so I won't give a rating, but I think this place is great. I'll definitely come back and write a review! I didn't know there was a Chinese restaurant in the belly button area. I always went to the standing bar nearby. And they're open until 4 o'clock? That's awesome. I'll drink here next time! Cheers! 🥂 Follow my Instagram for food posts around Tokyo! 🍽️🍷

[Second Venue Visit] No reservation for 8 people on a holiday after 9 PM. [Ordered Menu] - Today's 3 kinds of appetizer platter 880 yen - Black pork dumplings 418 yen - Tobiikko fried rice 968 yen - Cloud white meat 480 yen Since it was the second venue, we didn't order much food, but everyone had a fair amount of drinks, around 2,000 yen per person!! Unfortunately, I didn't take photos of the food other than the fried rice... The staff at the restaurant were very friendly and welcoming. I would like to visit again next time for a regular first venue experience. Thank you for the meal!!

【Machichuka Heso SL Hiroba-mae Store】/ Shinbashi 300g Toppogi Fried Rice 968 yen 【Price】2,000 yen per person 【Visit Time】Visited around 21:30 on weekdays 【Waiting Time】Reservation visit, recommended to save for reference before going to the store 【Menu Received】Today's 3 types of appetizers 880 yen Proudly handmade! 150 Black Pork Shumai 418 yen 300g Toppogi Fried Rice 968 yen Cloud White Meat 480 yen Impression I had always wanted to try "Heso" and when I looked it up, it seems there are 5 or 6 stores in Shinbashi alone! I was surprised. This day, after having a course meal, I visited as the second store, so everyone should have been full! But the contradiction of wanting to eat led me to the bright store interior and the delicious-looking menu, so I ordered and enjoyed it. Today's 3 types of appetizers A 3 types platter with Menma, Char Siu, and Zaasai. Isn't this irresistible for drinking sake? If you're using it for the second time, this should be enough! Proudly handmade! 150 Black Pork Shumai You can really feel the meat in this shumai! There were various seasonings available in the center of the hall, so I tried putting on different ones and ate! 300g Toppogi Fried Rice This, this, this! This is why I came here! The quantity is great, and doesn't it look amazing? The chewy toppogi is really delightful. I just wish I could have eaten more since we shared it. Cloud White Meat Thinly sliced cucumber and pork go really well together, and although my memory is a bit fuzzy, this sauce was really delicious. Thank you for the meal It was a fantastic place for 0th or 2nd party use! I have started to post more detailed photos and text on my blog! Please take a look! There is a link in the Instagram profile. https://gourmania2020blog.com/ ✔️Friends/Colleagues ✔️Date ✔️For 0th party or 2nd party onwards ---------------------- 【Store Name】Machichuka Heso SL Hiroba-mae Store 【Instagram】@machichuka_heso 【Price】2,000 yen per person 【Business Hours】Weekday Lunch 11:30-15:00 (L.O 14:30) Dinner 15:00-4:00 (Last Order 3:00) Saturday Dinner 15:00-4:00 (Last Order 3:00) Sunday, Last day of consecutive holidays Dinner 15:00-24:00 (Last Order 23:00) 【Location】1F, Ikeno-7, 2-9-7 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 30 seconds walk from JR Shinbashi Station SL Hiroba 【Closed】Sunday until 24:00 【Tel】03-6550-9277 【Number of Seats】40 seats (standing drinking seats available) 【Cashless Payment】Cards, QR, electronic money accepted

Neochukagai Hesomachi Heso Group, located in front of Shimbashi Station and SL Square, is a casual Chinese restaurant produced by the same group that runs the "SHIMBASHI 150 SL Square Front Store" on the first floor of the building. Inside the restaurant, there are standing tables, round tables, and a counter. Since it is a standing bar, the prices are very reasonable. The restaurant is known for its black pork buns, juicy black pork shumai, and over 50 other menu items. They serve Suntory's black oolong tea in a large bottle and beer in an oversized beer mug filled with ice. The "numbing mapo tofu" was spicy but still very flavorful and easy to eat. The "juicy black pork shumai" was steamed in a traditional wooden steamer and was delicious. The "300g pork kimchi fried rice" was flavorful and satisfying. The restaurant also offers a variety of fried rice dishes, so I would like to try a different one next time. Although I did not dine in this time, I purchased their famous "150 Black Pork Bun" for takeout on my way home. It's a unique standing bar Chinese restaurant near the station, perfect for a quick drink with friends or a solo visit. They are open from 3 pm until 4 am, making it a great option for those looking for a second or third stop after missing the last train. Their lunch menu is also a great deal with generous portions at affordable prices. Truly a great lunch spot in Shimbashi!

After finishing work, I visited this shop near the station because I was a little hungry. It's a branch of a familiar chain in Shinbashi. The set with a meat bun and a drink is a good deal. The meat bun is more filled with meat than ones from convenience stores and very delicious. The dumplings I ordered extra were a type I had never tried before. The skin was smooth and had a cute feeling.

After enjoying a sauna in Shinbashi, I tried this restaurant. Although I have been to its affiliated stores before, this one is a Chinese standing bar. I have visited this place several times, and I am captivated by their dumplings. Despite their small size, the dumplings are packed with flavor from aromatic vegetables, making them refreshing and irresistible. According to the explanation on the wall, these dumplings are a common type found in Osaka, and they do not contain any meat. I tend to eat multiple plates of dumplings, which can add up to a considerable bill, but I still keep coming back to this place.

Visited for the first time around 3 pm. I used to associate Navel with the Shimbashi Ekimae Building, but after the pandemic, I was surprised to see so many different stores and types of businesses. The restaurant had a calming red color scheme, giving off a "local Chinese eatery" vibe. There were plenty of condiments in the center, allowing you to customize each dish to your liking. Started with a set of dumplings and a set of fried chicken, cheers with a set drink upgrade to draft beer for an additional 110 yen. The fried chicken had a flavorful crispy coating, made with healthy chicken breast. The dumplings were bite-sized, with a soft filling and a slightly burnt edge. For the second round, I went with a classic large bottle of Asahi beer, and enjoyed a relaxing and happy time at this local Chinese eatery.

The standing bar had a great atmosphere and the service from the staff was excellent. There were about 5 of us, so we each ordered a set and were able to enjoy a variety of dishes! It was cost-effective and the interior of the restaurant was clean, so it was great! It seemed like they also offered takeout.