"Umiya" Shibuya Hello, it's Mogusuke 🧍‍♂️ The password is [Delicious is 0 calories!] Today's post is about the restaurant "Umiya" that I visited the other day, where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine in Tokyo. Craft beer and a variety of drinks are available, creating a lively atmosphere where conversations flow and you can enjoy delicious Okinawan dishes with a drink! Delicious is 0 calories! Be sure to stop by when you're in Shibuya. ------------------------------------- ■ Budget per person ¥3000-4000 ■ Location B1F, Shiizu Building, 2-28-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo ■ Nearest station Shibuya Station ------------------------------------- #TokyoGourmet #KantoGourmet #WantToConnectWithFoodies #GourmetInstagram #WantToConnectWithAlcoholLovers #WantToConnectWithSakeLovers #Izakaya #IzakayaGourmet #WantToConnectWithIzakayaLovers #IzakayaTour #DrinkingAlone #WantToConnectWithSoloDrinkers #BarHopping #DrinkingAlone #BarHoppingDrinks #TokyoFood #TokyoTrip #TokyoTravel #TokyoSightseeing #WantToConnectWithBeerLovers #ShibuyaGourmet #ShibuyaDrinks #ShibuyaIzakaya #FoodieGuys #FoodieGirls #DogenzakaGourmet #DogenzakaDrinks #DogenzakaIzakaya #Umiya"

Today, I went to an Okinawan restaurant in Shibuya called "Umiya" for the first time. We had Ryukyu pork with egg, pork with egg, sea grapes, island pickles, jima tofu, Rafute, somen champuru, goya champuru, peanut and mimiga salad, and for dessert, jima tofu parfait! Since there were 5 of us, we were able to try a variety of dishes. The restaurant was busy with many couples. It was a happy experience to enjoy delicious Okinawan cuisine in Shibuya.

We found Orion lanterns and casually stopped by while talking about wanting to go to Okinawa. The interior of the restaurant had a Okinawa izakaya vibe, and we were guided to a counter with a sunken hearth. My friend likes awamori, and when we asked the staff, they kindly introduced each bottle to us. Thanks to that, both my friend and I drank a lot, almost thinking it was all-you-can-drink, haha. Sometimes the drink service was a bit slow, and the attitudes of the staff varied, so we started targeting the ones with good service to place our orders, haha. We received chinquapin cookies on our way out, which made us feel a bit warm and fuzzy as we left, haha.

[Ordered Items] Orion Beer Sanpin High (Jasmine Tea Cocktail), Sea Grapes with Mozuku Seaweed Vinegar, Spiral Potato, Laughter Chahan (Fried Rice), Okinawan Style Yakisoba [Visit Time] Around 7:00 PM on Saturday [Purpose] Dinner [Reservation] Made a reservation by phone about 30 minutes before entering! [Number of People] 3 [Budget] 5,000 to 10,000 yen [Recommended for] - Those who want to eat Okinawan cuisine in Shibuya - Those who want to have a lively drinking time in a bright atmosphere [Review] - The dish had four kinds of meat and was very voluminous! It had a slightly sweet seasoning and we finished it in no time! But we wanted to eat more, so we ended up ordering the Laughter Chahan separately, haha. - The Okinawan Style Yakisoba had chewy noodles with plenty of vegetables seasoned with salt, and it was also an excellent dish! The spam was a good accent, and we couldn't stop eating with our chopsticks!

Last time, the timing seemed to be off. I realized that for a small group, a relaxed atmosphere is comfortable for drinking and chatting. We started with Orion beer and then just kept going with Ryukyu lemon sours. It was a drinking party with a fast-paced colleague who drinks a lot. This place is becoming a standard for gatherings in Shibuya. The food is generally delicious and you can fully enjoy the Okinawan atmosphere. The fried chicken with island chili peppers was great, and you could choose up to 10 pieces for the same price. The spiral potato was addictive, crispy and crunchy. It was perfect as a snack. The salt Rafute-style dish was also delicious. They can accommodate groups, but it might be a bit challenging if there are too many. Overall, the staff is polite and the more you use the place, the more you realize it's not bad at all, in fact, quite good. A relaxed atmosphere is important for drinking. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal.

This was a company gathering at a restaurant in Okinawa cuisine, chosen by my colleagues. Located on a narrow street off the main road near Mos Burger on Dojima-zaka, there is a staircase leading down to the restaurant. The interior was bright and cute, decorated with inflatable rings, lanterns, stuffed snakes, etc. It was quite busy with young people, so there was a bit of a wait for the first drink to be served. We had opted for a course with all-you-can-drink, but the waiting time was included in the time for the last order, which was a bit frustrating. The food included sea grapes, mozuku seaweed salad, fried chicken, goya champuru, taco rice, and we added spiral potatoes, jimami tofu, and island pickles. The drink options for all-you-can-drink were limited to awamori, sours, highballs, etc., with Orion beer available for an additional cost. Towards the end, the atmosphere finally calmed down, but the service from the staff and the flow of drinks were not the best for a large group gathering. The food was average. If the atmosphere inside the restaurant had been a bit more relaxed, the overall experience might have been different. The second restaurant we went to later, where we coincidentally met other colleagues, had a more flexible and efficient service, which made the evening more enjoyable. Oh, and they gave us chinquapin cookies as a parting gift! That kind of service is always appreciated. I would consider going back if the opportunity arises. Thank you for the meal.

During my first visit, after a live performance at Orchard Hall, we ended up at a Okinawan restaurant in Shibuya. The place was full of young people, so we just ordered some dishes a la carte. I couldn't decide between Champuru with goya or somen, but ended up choosing the former. For the finishing touch, I debated whether to get a half portion of Okinawan soba, but decided to get a regular size to avoid skimping on the toppings. Along with some Awamori highballs and Sanpin highballs, I seem to really enjoy Okinawan cuisine. The total bill for two came out to be just under 9,500 yen.

Umiya Shibuya Dōgenzaka Branch Okinawan Cuisine Shibuya Station Umiya Shibuya Dōgenzaka Branch is an izakaya where you can enjoy Okinawan cuisine using fresh ingredients delivered daily from Okinawa. The must-order dish is the classic "Goya Champuru," and you can also indulge in hearty dishes like "Tebichi Nabe," "Soki Soba," and "Sea Grapes." The drink menu is extensive, featuring Okinawa's staple awamori, craft beers, and other enticing alcoholic beverages like Habu Ball. You may even receive the legendary Drunkard's Legend as a reliable drinking companion (lol). If you time your drinks right, you might even prevent a hangover? It might be a good idea to visit when you want to have a lively time with a large group in Shibuya. Thank you for the meal ♬ Umiya Shibuya Dōgenzaka Branch 0367127873 B1F, Shizu Building, 2-28-1 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo ▼For more information about the restaurant, please visit the link below▼ https://teriyaki.me/articles/5481 #TokyoGourmet #TokyoDinner #TokyoLunch #ShibuyaGourmet #ShibuyaLunch #ShibuyaDinner #DōgenzakaGourmet #DōgenzakaLunch #DōgenzakaDinner #OkinawanCuisine #OkinawanRestaurant #UmiyaShibuyaDōgenzaka #SokiSoba #GoyaChampuru #SeaGrapes #Shiisa #DrunkardsLegend #MeatLovers #WantToConnectWithFoodies #DeliciousFoodLovers #DeliciousFood #LoveDeliciousFood #Foodstagram #GourmetClub #WantToConnectWithFoodies #GourmetInstagram #GourmetGuys #FoodPorn #Foodstagram #TeriyakiFeaturedRestaurant

While watching the morning drama, I felt like eating Okinawan cuisine and went to Uumiya in Shibuya. If you want to eat authentic Okinawan cuisine in Shibuya, this is the place! The dishes I tried were all delicious: Goya Champuru, Mozuku tempura, island pickles, stir-fried Hechima with white miso, Rafute, Salt Rafute, Jimami tofu, Hirayachi, and Okinawa soba. Okinawan cuisine can be hit or miss, but this place was a hit! Each dish had a nice dashi flavor, and they were not too strong or fishy. They also had a variety of Okinawan drinks besides Orion beer, which was a pleasant surprise. The appetizer was not just a regular macaroni salad, it had Goya in it. When I sat down, there was Ukon, a traditional Okinawan drink, which made me feel at ease knowing I could drink as much as I wanted without worry. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I continued to drink and dance through the countdown, and just as I was about to leave, I entered this place. The Okinawa soba at this time is so delicious. A cute Shisa-shaped kamaboko is staring at me. I chatted with the male staff member, who hasn't been able to go back to Okinawa for a while due to COVID, and it made for a great start to the new year.

Located on a small path halfway up the hill of Dogenzaka, this underground restaurant is a hidden gem. This was my third visit, and I was surprised to find that I could get in without a reservation on a Friday, although the seats were quickly filled and there was a time limit. As a fan of pork (spam) and eggs, I started with that dish along with an Orion beer, which was a fantastic way to begin. While I did notice that the prices were slightly higher compared to other Okinawan restaurants, the food was delicious and generous in portion size. The menu also had a wide selection of awamori at reasonable prices. I enjoyed the recommended items in order, and if you're a fan of awamori, this place is a must-visit! The staff were friendly, energetic, and made the experience even better. Thank you very much!

I visited for lunch. As it is a Okinawan cuisine restaurant, they offer two types of Okinawa soba, taco rice, and you can choose for lunch. This time, I had the spicy fried chicken set. The fried chicken was cooked well, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It had a bit of spiciness, which made it even more delicious. I even asked for a second helping of rice and finished it all. Thank you for the meal.

I came to this place for the first time at night. I ordered Rafute, Goya tempura, sea grapes, Jimami tofu, and mozuku tempura. And a mega pitcher of Orion beer. Then I had awamori. It really felt like Okinawa. The Rafute was delicious. It was so good that I could eat it with as much rice as I wanted. As someone born and raised in Kanto, I find the soy sauce in the south a bit sweet, but it goes well with this dish. I wanted to eat more, but I got full, which was a bit disappointing. Ahhh, I want to go to Okinawa!

I ordered something other than Goya Champuru. I can't remember the name, but I think it was called Arsa soba? I wanted something that seemed healthy, and this caught my eye. Maybe because of the strong taste of seaweed, the soup seemed light. I probably should have just gone with regular Soki soba. It comes with a side dish and rice.

Until the day before yesterday, I thought I had no appetite, but when I came here and ate the Goya Champuru set meal, I was able to eat well. I thought the amount of Goya Champuru had decreased a bit, but the balance with the rice was fine. I prefer more Goya than tofu.

Visited on a Sunday night. The ramen shop I wanted to go to had a long line, so I gave up. While wandering around, I decided to visit this place since I had never been here before. What I ordered: - Orion beer - Ryukyu lemon sour - Rafute - Goya champuru - Island octopus tempura - Pork tamago - Okinawa soba - Creamy Soki soba (mini) Everything was average, neither good nor bad. The noodles in the Okinawa soba were thinner than I expected and I could taste a slight bitterness in the soup. Maybe some people like it. The restaurant seemed very clean, maybe because it was newly opened. Overall, thanks for the meal!

Shibuya lunch. On this day, I headed towards Dogenzaka. I found this restaurant a little off the main street of Dogenzaka. I wonder if there was a Okinawan cuisine restaurant here? Since they also serve lunch, I decided to go in and check it out. The restaurant is located underground. I went down the stairs to the basement. The interior is surprisingly spacious. It has a bright atmosphere with wood as the main theme. The Orion Beer lanterns are colorful. There are counter seats and table seats, and I chose a table for two. They offer about 10 lunch menu options, mainly set meals, and they also have Okinawa soba menu. I ordered the Okinawa soba set meal (850 yen) that day. It arrived in a few minutes. It comes with Okinawa soba, rice, and a side dish. Let's dig in. First, the Okinawa soba. The soup is light and mild, but you can taste the umami flavor. This is the kind of soup you would expect from Okinawa soba. The noodles are slightly thin. They are a bit chewy, but that's the charm of Okinawa soba noodles. The toppings include simmered pork, fish cake, and green onions. The simmered pork is tender and the seasoning is decent. The rice looks colored, but it doesn't have much flavor. The side dish was a vinegar-marinated glass noodle. The restaurant seemed to be run by two young men. Despite being in Shibuya, the service was attentive and good. The lunch was decent, and since it wasn't crowded, I was able to relax. It was not a bad choice for a lunch in Shibuya. I would like to come back at night sometime.

I visited on a regular night. It was very lively. The interior of the restaurant was bright and played nostalgic songs from the Heisei era. The food was overall delicious! The purple sweet potato croquette was popular! The mozuku tempura was also excellent! I brought a cute female friend and the staff were kind. (They even let us order right before closing. lol) However, there were a few bugs inside the restaurant. I was scared of the flies.

I was impressed to see such high-quality sea grapes at an Okinawan restaurant in Tokyo! All the other dishes were delicious too! There were various drink options, but they were all average. The Okinawan bottled beer was often sold out. There was only one flavor of Blue Seal ice cream available.

It's somewhat pricey so be careful not to drink too much, but it's a valuable restaurant where you can enjoy good taste and atmosphere even on the day of your visit. There are several Okinawan restaurants in Shibuya, but overall, this place might be the best so far.