30過ぎの道草王
I have only visited this city for a transfer, but decided to explore the area near the shop while waiting for my client's company location to be confirmed. Along the river, there were lined up yakatabune boats which added a charming atmosphere. I considered hopping on one of those boats and enjoying the ride. As I listened to the seagulls' cries, I made my way to the hotel where this shop is located. Next to the hotel entrance facing the street, I found the entrance to this shop. It didn't look particularly stylish, but rather like something you would find in a hotel. I sat at the counter in front of the teppanyaki grill and ordered a refreshing draft beer to quench my thirst. The first shock came when I tasted the beer - it was incredibly delicious! It tasted just like the usual beer I drink, but with fine bubbles and a clear crisp finish. It must be because they clean their equipment thoroughly. While pondering this, the chef appeared and started grilling thinly sliced garlic cloves one by one. The aroma gradually filled the air and whetted my appetite. The meat feast began with appetizers, which were three dishes that didn't look like typical teppanyaki dishes. After a while, the plates with ingredients arrived. First came the vegetables - including thick and long asparagus and other varieties. The vegetables, cut for easy eating, were incredibly delicious! The thick asparagus was crunchy without any fibrous parts, just like the delicate taste of fresh produce from a countryside garden. Next were the seafood dishes I had reserved - spiny lobster and abalone. They looked stunning and appetizing. I decided to try the unexpected one-liter bottle of makgeolli that caught my eye. The makgeolli glass had a double structure, so it stayed cold without transferring heat and was easy to hold, plus there was a surprise round ice cube! The cold soup was elegant and refreshing. Finally, the main event of the day, the meat, arrived. The red corner featured fillet, while the white corner had another cut of meat. The marbling and color of the meat indicated it was going to be delicious. However, it was hard to tell if it was fillet or sirloin just by looking at it! I tried each piece without any sauce first, alternating between fillet and sirloin. The meat melted in my mouth. I also tasted the delicate flavors of truffle salt, wasabi soy sauce, and other dipping sauces. The meat was so tender and flavorful that it could stand alone as a dish. I enjoyed sake with the meat, occasionally having a dip as well. Finally, dessert and coffee were served, and the meat feast came to an end. I later found out that the course I had, excluding the seafood, was only 6980 yen. This seemed like a great deal considering the quality and quantity of food. It was cheaper than what I would have paid at a casual yakiniku restaurant or izakaya. It might be a good option for a special occasion or a discreet business dinner. The satisfying meal made me feel sleepy, and I didn't feel like going to another place for drinks.