Exploring Chinatown in Tokyo! Shibuya Ward, Ebisu Edition Tokyo Splendid Exploration Series! / 535 Curry Chinese Rice Bowl / 02 Popular Reputation of a Popular Town Chinese Restaurant Specialty, Liver Ginger Stir-fry, Curry Chinese Rice Bowl Popular Restaurant "Maika" Late First Visit! On a sunny winter day, a slightly cold day, on a walk with my partner's day off and errands in Ebisu, first stop at a town Chinese restaurant for lunch! From Ebisu Station, cross Ebisu Nishi Gosakoji and the silver wall with red pillars and red neon sign on the right hand side. The glass-walled interior, with tables and a counter at the back, opened in January 2009! A popular local restaurant with a friendly landlady serving customers and the owner showcasing his skills in the kitchen, loved by regulars, a dining hall for nearby office workers. Without hesitation, we ordered the grilled dumplings and bottled beer! Without hesitation, we ordered the specialty Liver Ginger Stir-fry and Curry Chinese Rice Bowl! We quenched our thirst with bottled beer, waited for a while, and toasted! Soon, the plump grilled dumplings arrived on the table! Crispy with a fox-like color and perfect grilling! First, with vinegar and pepper, the garlic-flavored meat filling was delicious! Next, with vinegar soy sauce and hot oil, the flavor of the meat filling increased and tasted delicious! The dumpling filling with plenty of garlic and chives was exquisite! The homemade hot oil placed on the table was very delicious! Soon after, the specialty Liver Ginger Stir-fry and Curry Chinese Rice Bowl arrived! With well-grilled liver and plenty of onions! When you bring a large piece of liver to your mouth, it has a chewy texture and the strong flavor of ginger and the sweetness of onions are superb! The Curry Chinese Rice Bowl is generously covered with a thick curry sauce! It contains pork belly, green onions, carrots, wood ear mushrooms, and cabbage! Spicy and rich, with a deliciously spicy kick! All of them are reasonably priced and delicious, becoming addictive exquisite dishes! I wish I had known about this place sooner, I want to try more dishes here! Addictive exquisite dishes that will make you want to come back! Delicious quality products!

Yesterday, I was out drinking from noon until around 11 pm, and today I have a hangover. When I checked my wallet, the money was gone. I don't remember how much I spent. When I went to work, they said I smelled like alcohol. Despite having a hangover today, I'm working hard. By the time I realized it, it was already evening and I started feeling hungry. I decided to go to Maika, which is open all day. I ordered fried rice. When they asked if I wanted a large portion, I said, "Just a regular portion today." The restaurant is open without a break, and I thought I was still okay, but when the fried rice arrived, it was a large portion even though I ordered a regular one. I ate it. It was a reliable and moist fried rice with a good amount of chopped fish cake. I envy the people living in Ebisu. Despite having free time due to the timing, the customers kept coming in. The chef is incredibly energetic. He has a good personality, so he has many fans. Thank you for the meal.

This is a Chinese restaurant called The Gai Chuka that I use about once a month! It is a very popular restaurant in Ebisu, opening at 11 am and usually having a line forming by 11:30 am. Today, I ordered the Curry Chuka Donburi, which is not usually on the menu, but it was recommended. It was delicious, with a unique Japanese, Indian, and Chinese fusion flavor. I added some chili oil for extra flavor, but it was not necessary. I finished my meal quickly and left by 11:30 am, when the line had grown to about 6 people. My colleague mentioned that they also make Curry Chahan (fried rice) even though it's not on the menu, so I plan to try that next time! Overall, I would rate this restaurant as 90 out of 100, with a focus on value for money and portion size.

Liver and leek set meal for 900 yen. It includes rice, soup, and pickles. Located near the west exit of Ebisu, heading towards Shibuya. There were about 6 people waiting in line around noon. It took around 20 minutes. While waiting in line, an older lady takes your order from inside. The liver and leek dish had a Chinese influence. The soup was not that great, so I might not go for the ramen next time.

I came to Ebisu for a job, so I decided to have lunch! I went to Maika, a Chinese restaurant about a 5-minute walk along the tracks towards Shibuya! It's a Chinese restaurant I've always wanted to try! There was a line, and I waited about 5 people ahead, but I got in faster than I thought! While waiting in line, I ordered the Liver Ginger Stir-Fry Set Meal (900 yen) by looking at the menu posted on the window! They also ask if you want extra rice! The restaurant has two table seats and about 6 counter seats! I had a big bag with me, but I was able to leave it on a chair that I wasn't using, which was helpful ^ ^ From the moment I was in line, the sound of the wok frying fried rice in the kitchen echoed pleasantly in my hungry stomach (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵) The food arrived as soon as I sat down!! The Liver Ginger Stir-Fry, rice, pickles, and Chinese soup are included! The Liver Ginger Stir-Fry is a simple yet addictive taste of liver and onions stir-fried with ginger, which liver lovers will be happy about! The rice also went quickly! Chopped cabbage is served as a side dish! I'm also interested in the fried rice and liver miso stir-fry, so I would love to visit again (● ˃̶͈̀ロ˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾

During the day, there is a popular Chinese restaurant in Ebisu where you can find a variety of liver dishes. The prices are reasonable and the portions are generous. The liver is juicy, flavorful, and not overpowering in taste. The stir-fried leeks and vegetables are fresh and crunchy. The chili oil served with the rice is a nice touch for adding some extra flavor.

There are usually around 10 people lined up at lunchtime, but on this day there were only 2, so we decided to line up. After waiting for about 10 minutes, we entered and ordered the following: - Liver ginger stir-fry set meal - Maika dipping noodles Both were delicious, but the liver ginger stir-fry had a strong flavor that I liked. It seems to be a popular menu item. Thank you for the meal.

Wow! I went to Maika, a city Chinese restaurant with no wait at 11:50, and ordered the basic fried rice for 750 yen and dumplings for 450 yen. The fried rice looked like it was enough for two people, and the dumplings were filled with plenty of meat. I enjoyed them with their original chili oil and vinegar. This combination is unbeatable. Delicious!

I think it's delicious. I visited this restaurant for dinner after seeing a young male idol introduce it on TV. It's about a 5-minute walk from Ebisu Station towards Shibuya. The interior has two table seats and a counter. They offer both noodles and rice-based set meals, typical of a casual Chinese restaurant. I chose a beer and mapo eggplant set meal. The portion size is quite large, aimed at a younger crowd. The stir-fried dish wasn't perfect, but it had plenty of ingredients and was quite good. The rice was a bit mushy, maybe because I was the last customer (it was close to closing time), but still acceptable. If you're looking for a quick meal in the neighborhood rather than traveling by train, I think this place is not bad. Thank you for the meal.

Ebisu's Chinese restaurant. The location in Ebisu, the price, and the portion size are amazing! Run by a father, mother, and son, always packed. There's even a line outside! The recent scorching heat is tough, but I still want to eat here. Surprisingly delicious large portions at this Chinese restaurant. The food is delicious. The service is fast. The mother is the best at customer service. Every time I go, I enjoy a different menu. There are no bad dishes, everything is delicious. The mother and father are both kind. I wonder how hot it is in the kitchen with all that fire in the scorching heat. I really hope they take care and continue this shop for a long time.

The outside temperature is 33 degrees! On such a hot day, instead of something light, I opted for the "Meat and Garlic Chive Stir-fry Set Meal (Large Portion)" for 900 yen to prevent fatigue. I ate it slowly in the indoor area which was hotter than outside. The dish was a bit lacking in saltiness due to the moisture from the bean sprouts, but the meal was undeniably delicious with the rice that went so well with it! Delicious!

I had been curious about this restaurant for a while, so I visited on Saturday at 12 o'clock. There were 4 groups waiting, but since we were a group of 2, we were seated fairly quickly. Even while waiting, our order was taken, so our food arrived about 5 minutes after being seated. We ordered the "Liver Ginger Stir-Fry" and my wife had the "Spicy Miso Liver." The liver was thick and had a nice texture, which I enjoyed. It was very delicious with the ginger and onions. I tried a piece of the Spicy Miso Liver from my wife, and it was also tasty with a rich spicy flavor. Next time, I'll try the "Liver and Vegetables."

Today's lunch was a bit of a wander, but I ended up at this restaurant in the end. I got the popular No.1 dish, the 900 yen Liver and Ginger Stir-Fry set with a little wait of 23 minutes due to the crowd. This is also a nice item that goes well with rice.

I don't go to Ebisu often, but I went after a long time... As usual, there were 5-6 people lined up. The lady asked me, "Champon Men?" and I said yes! She remembered me! I entered the restaurant and the chef asked me, "You're still alive?" It made me happy. As always, it was delicious, my favorite Champon Men. Thank you for the meal~

In this day and age, you can be satisfied with a large serving of liver and spicy miso stir-fry for 900 yen in Ebisu. The rich seasoning makes the rice go down smoothly. So far, I haven't found a better set meal than this. During lunchtime, you have to line up early or you'll end up going past lunch break at this popular restaurant. Delicious!

Today is Saturday and I had a working lunch in Ebisu. This is the place for casual Chinese food in the neighborhood! It's popular right now so there was a line. Everything you eat here is good, you can't go wrong. The portions are generous. It's been a while, so I debated between miso ramen or fried rice, but I went with the miso chashu noodles. The owner seemed lively. When serving the ramen, she said, "It's been a while, huh?" She remembered me. I was so happy. Now, for the long-awaited miso ramen. The serving size is big. The stir-fried toppings in their miso ramen have a lot of meat, and plenty of vegetables too. The soup is delicious, and the chashu is tasty. The noodles are firm. Delicious. The taste hasn't changed. And then, I added their special chili oil. For some reason, this chili oil is addictive. It makes it even more delicious. I wanted to order dumplings too, but I'll save that for next time when I have the fried rice. Finished eating. When paying, I mentioned, "You remembered me well." The owner replied, "You always look like you're enjoying your food. How many years has it been?" "I can't remember how many years, but it really has been a while. I'll be back again. Thank you for the meal." I said as I left the restaurant. Ah, it was delicious! Thank you for the meal.

Just a 5-minute walk from Ebisu Station, this place sees less foot traffic, but it's always bustling with people! The smell is so delicious. I didn't plan to go there, just happened to pass by and decided to check it out. The curry-flavored Chinese rice bowl and ginger stir-fried liver are extremely popular, with many regular customers. The liver is tender and flavorful without any unpleasant smell, and the ginger stir-fry is bursting with flavor in your mouth! The curry-flavored Chinese rice bowl is a must-try, with a hint of curry flavor and a generous amount of vegetables, with Chinese cabbage being the star of the show! The fried rice has a nice salty taste with a kamaboko (fish cake) accent. It seems like this place has a lot of repeat customers.

During my work break for lunch today, I visited Maika for the first time. I thought I could get in without waiting at 3:00 PM, but to my surprise, there was a line outside. I entered at 3:10 PM and the place was already full. I ordered the "Liver and Ginger Stir-Fry Set Meal" for 900 yen, which came with Chinese soup and pickled radish. The dish was a simple stir-fry of liver, ginger, and onions. The rich flavor went well with the rice. Eating the liver and shredded cabbage together was also delicious. The Chinese soup and pickled radish served as palate cleansers and were consistently tasty. Before I knew it, I had finished my meal. The total cost was 900 yen. Thank you for the meal.

I visited for the first time. I ordered miso butter tsukemen and fried rice. The miso butter tsukemen came with a lump of butter that you melt and eat. The fried rice also came with soup. There are many menu options, so I would like to try various stir-fry set meals.

When I tried to go to another restaurant but it was closed, I arrived around 11:30. About 80% of the seats were already taken, mostly by office workers. I ordered the Gomoku Yakisoba for 900 yen. The Gomoku Yakisoba was really delicious, one of the best I've had in a while. Despite thinking it was a place with large portions based on other people's comments, I believe this restaurant has the skills to match its reputation. By the time I left, there were about 5 people waiting outside, which speaks volumes. I'm already looking forward to my next visit, thinking about trying the Liver Ginger Stir-fry set meal, Liver Tempura set meal, or the Fried Rice with Gyoza. However, the soup was a bit too mild for my taste, so I won't be ordering any ramen dishes.

Ebisu is a popular lunch spot and there was a bit of a line, but we were able to get in without much of a wait due to the fast turnover. I chose the "Stir-fried Eggplant Set Meal" from the many menu options, with a large portion of rice. From the exterior, I could tell it was definitely a delicious restaurant, and after trying the food, I was sure of it! The richness and punch of the miso sauce were exactly to my liking. The vegetables were also crunchy and fresh. There was homemade chili oil on the table for added flavor, which was also delicious! The staff were friendly, and I am thinking of going back again.