I wanted to eat Chinese food, so I went to this restaurant. The garlic scallop charcoal grill was delicious! The skewers are generally spicy, and my lips were tingling. The food goes straight to the stomach, so I drank alcohol at a slower pace than usual. The staff were unfriendly, but the food was served quite quickly. Surprisingly, the portions were large and it was difficult to finish eating. Thank you for the meal.

Eating out is a common form of leisure. This restaurant in Ikebukuro doesn't have much Japanese atmosphere, it feels truly Chinese. The menu is highly rated by Chinese people, offering authentic dishes. It's a fun place to visit with a large group.

Sun City 2-49-10 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 0359856668 23/05/29 21:17 Cashier at Sun City [Item Name] ☆Qingdao Beer = 550 yen First, cheers with a bottle of beer ☆Snow flat hot pot with Sichuan-style honeycomb tripe = 1480 yen (spicy) An oily hot pot with bright red chili peppers floating on top. The honeycomb tripe is tender and has a nice numbing sensation. The spiciness is moderate but you won't stop sweating. ☆Sun City's homemade fried rice = 880 yen Fried rice with a tempting black color from Chinese soy sauce. The scent of shrimp is prominent, and it has a slightly moist finish. ☆Baili Sweet Jasmine Tea = 580 yen ☆Oolong Highball = 498 yen ☆Coconut Juice = 380 yen (iced) ☆Lamb (spicy) charcoal-grilled skewers x2 = 180 yen The meat on the gold skewers has a catchy flavor with well-balanced spices, surprisingly easy to eat. Total: 5,747 yen Including consumption tax: 522 yen The restaurant has a large and unique atmosphere with a main focus on authentic Chinese cuisine. The staff, mainly from the original country, were friendly and provided service in both Chinese and Japanese. Thank you for the meal.

Ikebukuro Nishiguchi, a native Chinese restaurant on Heiwa Street. I think it is leading the expansion trend of Ikebukuro Chinatown. Unlike Yokohama's Chinatown, this restaurant attracts a large crowd of Chinese customers. I ordered what I wanted to eat along with some skewers. The receipt listed it as "Ma Shao Tender Beef" (1,408 yen), which was basically "Sichuan-style beef stew." "Ma Shao" seems to be a large ladle. The dish arrived in a container that looked like that. Personally, I like this type of "water-cooked beef." I even make it at home now because I like it so much. The key point of this dish, in my opinion, is when the hot oil sizzles over the ingredients, Sichuan peppercorns, and red peppers. The beef quality at this restaurant is excellent. The broth is occasionally spicy from the red peppers, but overall, the spiciness is moderate. I judge the level of spiciness based on how much I sweat when eating this dish. There are plenty of vegetables, making it satisfying to eat. I like to eat this with white rice. There are also many beans in it. The portion looked huge, but it was delicious and I finished it all, except for the broth. I also had a beef skewer feast with two skewers each of "beef skewers," "beef tendon skewers," and "beef trachea skewers." The spices on the skewers gave them a similar vibe to Chinese Northeastern cuisine, which I enjoyed. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. Although this restaurant is local, I found it difficult to enter as most of the customers are Chinese. In Ikebukuro Chinatown, there are many such restaurants where it's hard for non-Chinese customers to enter, but this restaurant has a particularly high percentage of Chinese customers. I would like to visit again.

"What was delicious last time? White fish?" "Yes, it was delicious but too salty, made me thirsty later." "Should we take the back roads to Ikebukuro?" "I think that would be faster." "If you're tired, I can drive, as long as we don't get into an accident, it'll be fine!" "No way!" I end up navigating from 6:30 PM onwards. "Tonight, are we going to that place we went to last time?" "Yes." "The dishes are plentiful." "That wasn't enough for three people." "Chinese food never has enough servings, only BBQ does," they say. We arrive at Ikebukuro Station North Exit, can't find a parking lot, so we drive ahead. How much is parking for an hour? We don't know. A friend recommends Taiyojo, should we go there? We decide on that and park in reverse at the previous parking lot. As we enter, my partner is nowhere to be found! Seems like they went to the restaurant first. They're seated at the back of the restaurant, discussing something while I look at the menu. There are many skewered dishes. We let them decide on the dishes. We order Marala crayfish (small), lamb skewers, lamb and pea skewers, chicken skewers, boiled fish in hot water (small), more lamb skewers, beef tendon skewers, green bean skewers, sesame-dressed vermicelli, quail egg skewers, Qingdao beer, highball, plum juice. Most of the customers are Chinese, but we hear Japanese being spoken. There were Japanese reviews on Tabelog. My partner starts distributing the skewers, saying the taste reminds them of what they had in Dalian. The white fish with chili is mostly chili oil, which is hot and spicy but delicious! The dishes keep piling up with chili and Chinese seasonings, and the chili oil keeps increasing! Be careful as the soup splashes, it's mainly me who finishes it. I probably had 5-6 bowls, but my partner keeps adding more to their plate. The slippery dish with sesame dressing is refreshing and delicious, reminiscent of cold noodles. Next is the crayfish, which my partner has to handle for me. I eat it alone, as Japanese might feel hesitant. But it's too hot! I want to put out the fire, but need to cover it. Calling the waiter is difficult, and my partner ends up covering it with a small plate. It looks like a crab's head, I decide not to eat it, it looks black and tough. "Is this enough?" "Yes, this is more than enough," they say. "Let's go!" "We don't know how much the parking will cost, it might be expensive," says my partner. Reluctantly, I continue eating. "After we leave the parking lot, go smoke a M cigarette," they say. This place is not great, the crayfish is disappointing, skewers are their specialty, my partner says. "Which one was better, this place or the last one?" "Definitely the last one," they say. After a while, my partner gets up, and I follow to the cashier. It's over 10,000 yen, indeed expensive. I pay with a card and ask for a receipt. My partner wants coffee, so they go to the vending machine. A person inside mistakes me for a staff member. But the cigarette doesn't taste good! Why is that? I stop after a while, and my partner returns, heading to the restroom while I wait outside. We get in the car, pay the parking fee, 1200 yen. It starts raining, and we wonder if we need an umbrella. It turns out the last place was quite close by. However, going up and down the stairs is tough! My thighs hurt, which is unusual as it's usually my knees. Maybe I'm not getting enough exercise?

In the back of the restaurant, there is a Chinese-themed space with karaoke (KTV). The focus is on northern Chinese cuisine, with dishes like lamb skewers seasoned with cumin and spices that are a must-try for their ethnic flair. The karaoke equipment is top-of-the-line with a wide selection of songs. It gets very crowded on weekends, so arriving early is recommended.

When I was inside the restaurant, I felt like I was in China because almost all the customers around me were Chinese. It was interesting. The variety of skewered dishes was rich and enjoyable. Even though in the menu, there was skewered food with slices of bread... haha. Thank you for the meal. ☺︎

"On Sunday, October 24, 2021, at 9:00 p.m., after finishing shopping, a friend wanted to eat local Chinese flavors, so we ended up at Taiyouji in Ikebukuro. It's a shop that serves grilled skewers commonly found in Chinese street stalls. While most regular Chinese people have probably been here multiple times due to the strong and spicy seasoning typical of this kind of skewers, it was my first visit as I'm not a fan of such flavors. As soon as we entered the shop, it felt like we were already in China. Over 95% of the customers were Chinese, and the environment, atmosphere, and background music were all authentic. Looking at the menu, it was clear that they offered all the classic items you would find at a Chinese street stall. We ordered the 'Pork Backbone Stew' which is a traditional dish from northeastern China where pork backbones are stewed in soy sauce after extracting the broth. While there wasn't much meat around the bones, the wild appearance and harmony of various spices made it very enjoyable and perfect to pair with alcohol. We also tried the 'Lamb Skewers' which were tender and not gamey, 'Grilled Garlic Chives,' 'Grilled Beef Tripe,' 'Jellyfish and Okra in Black Vinegar,' 'Husband and Wife Lung Slices' made mainly with beef, beef offal, beef tongue, beef liver, and beef stomach, and 'Sweet Shrimp Sashimi' served with a dipping sauce of soy sauce, chili, and wasabi. This place specializes in skewers, and the quality of the skewers is definitely high, offering delicious flavors. In China, skewers are a popular dish to enjoy with alcohol at night, commonly found at street stalls. The seasoning is typically strong and most dishes are spicy. While I personally prefer milder flavors and didn't eat this kind of food often even when I was in China, if you want to experience authentic Chinese flavors, I recommend giving this place a try. Thank you for the meal."

Second party use! The area around Ikebukuro North Exit has turned into a mini Chinatown, with a large Chinese restaurant on the main peace street called Eiraku Ikebukuro Main Store right in front of you! The neon sign outside shines brightly, giving it a Sun City-like vibe. The restaurant is quite spacious and bustling with Chinese customers. Being here makes you forget that we are in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic (lol). They even have private rooms and karaoke available! The menu has a wide variety of options, typical of a local Chinese restaurant in Ikebukuro. We ordered some classic dishes, and surprisingly, the flavors were quite good. It could be a fun place depending on how you use it. For some reason, they even gave us a fruit platter as a service at the end (lol). On this day, we had: - Herbal soup - Five-flavor fried rice - Gyoza - Spicy and tasty simmered oysters

In the pitch-black streets of Ikebukuro, a shop that stands out with its dazzling lights is here ☆ With vibrant illuminations and a spacious interior filled with bubbly decorations, this place catches the eye. Despite the late hour, the shop was bustling with locals. The herbal soup, five-flavor fried rice, dumplings, and spicy simmered oysters were all delicious. The appetizer consisted of a large amount of pickles and nuts. All the dishes were reasonably priced and came in generous portions! The pyramid-shaped fried rice was so impressive that I couldn't help but take a picture! The staff, although locals, were extremely friendly and provided great service! The dumplings were bursting with fillings and satisfied my cravings. The oysters were plentiful and delicious. While the shop may look extravagant and bubbly, the taste of the food was truly satisfying. The most surprising part of the night was the fruit platter – a complimentary service! It was brought out in a grandiose manner, like something you'd see in a cabaret or host club. It was filled with beautifully carved fruits that would easily cost around 3000 yen if ordered separately! The generosity of this service was truly appreciated. The fruits were delicious, with the pineapple being incredibly sweet and the melon perfectly ripe and soft. This place was not only entertaining but also a great dining experience. (*^^*)

I stopped by for dinner when I went shopping in Ikebukuro. There was a new restaurant near the parking lot, so I decided to give it a try. The lunch was also Chinese, which made me happy because I love Chinese food. What left a big impression on me was the interior and atmosphere. The restaurant was named "Taiyojo" (Sun Castle), and indeed, the atmosphere and interior design resembled a castle. The floors, walls, clocks, tables, lights - everything looked like it belonged in a castle. We were seated in a booth, and the restaurant was quite spacious, giving it an open and comfortable feel. We ordered a variety of dishes, starting with spicy stir-fried clams. The clams were plentiful and the seasoning was spicy and delicious. Next, we had garlic-flavored oysters and scallops. Both were large in size and the garlic flavor was just right. Then, we tried the conch cooked in a garlic pot. The conch was set on fire at the table, which was quite impressive. We also ordered spicy stir-fried scallops, which were easy to eat and went well with rice and drinks. The portion was generous too. We then tried the Sichuan-style braised white fish, which was tender and had a gentle flavor. The spice level was moderate. We also ordered Sichuan-style grilled quail eggs and beef skewers. The quail eggs had a surprising kick of spiciness, while the beef skewers were tender and easy to eat. Even the kids enjoyed them. Finally, we ordered the special fried rice, which was shaped like Mount Fuji. The rice was flavorful and easy to eat. The kimchi served on the side was unexpectedly delicious too. The atmosphere, taste, portion size, and cost performance were all great. The variety of dishes was extensive, making it hard to choose. I will definitely try a different menu next time I visit. The atmosphere is also nice, so I will come back again.

I went with my Chinese friends and found that everyone in the restaurant was Chinese! It had a deep atmosphere, but you can order using electronic pads and there is also Japanese available, so Japanese people can feel at ease going there alone! We ordered a variety of dishes, and it's best to go with a large group so you can try a variety of dishes (since the portions are large). The fruit platter at the end was surprisingly generous.笑

This is a terrifying level of Chinese restaurant, not just Chinese-style but completely authentic menu. It feels like a typical restaurant you would find in a Chinese city.

I think it's the second or third time, but the Chinese food was delicious as always. Had a fun girls' night out with four people.✨

This time we also used karaoke! When splitting the cost based on the number of people, it is much cheaper than a regular karaoke. Eating yakitori while doing karaoke is the best!

The portion size of the dishes is large! All the skewers are delicious! I will definitely come back again!

The food was delicious but I think the price is high.

Anyway, the menu is extensive. It seems like a fun place to drink, especially for parties. Even the broccoli and potatoes we ordered as snacks were surprisingly spicy. It wasn't bad, but still. What was strange was when we paid 10,000 yen for a bill of 6,735 yen, we got 3,300 yen back. Maybe they don't care about the change? I wish we had gotten a receipt before leaving. If they start allowing parties after the pandemic, I might want to go back. Probably won't go with just a few people.