I came to this restaurant without much prior information, just choosing it on a whim and managed to get a reservation at the last minute, but I was able to enjoy incredibly delicious yakiniku. I mean, to end 2022 with such a great restaurant? We ordered a la carte, but even so, the staff accompanied us and grilled the meat for us, and the grilling was excellent. I mean, I'm no expert, but I've grilled meat at yakiniku restaurants before, and the way the staff handled it and the quality of the meat left me speechless. Of course, you can enjoy this kind of service at full-service yakiniku restaurants or meat diners, but in a restaurant surrounded by love hotels in the bustling Ikebukuro district, with prices that are a bit upscale for a yakiniku place, I was completely surprised by the level of service provided. The most amazing part was the hormone dishes. Grilling hormone meat is still something I struggle with, but the skill of the chef was evident in the perfect finish of each dish. The quality of the ingredients was excellent, and everything was so delicious that I recommend it to anyone who loves hormone dishes or is curious to try them. They also have a special dish called "Kuro 5 Meshi," which is a garlic rice cooked in a clay pot with a secret broth. The combination of meat, garlic, shiso leaves, and nori in the freshly cooked rice is pure bliss. It's both a satisfying end to the meal and a great snack, as they explained. Despite feeling quite full, I couldn't resist trying the spicy "Akamaru Tantanmen" noodles. The creamy sesame broth mixed with spicy flavors was also incredibly delicious. I didn't go into detail, but the yukhoe, namul, kimchi (6 kinds!), and simmered dishes were all delicious, so it's unfair how everything was so delicious here. We had a 2-hour feast, ate until we couldn't move, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, and left fully satisfied at this year-end meat party. The lantern outside that said "We will never make our customers regret" was no lie. This is why food adventures are fun, finding unexpected great restaurants like this. Fully satisfied and full to the brim.

We chose this restaurant for a fun meal with four of my high school classmates because the staff here actually cook the meat for you. We believe that the quality of grilled meat depends on the meat itself, marination, and most importantly, the cooking level. Watching the staff grill the meat was enjoyable, and they served it on the plate at the right cooking level, allowing us to enjoy at a good pace without rushing. The service was fantastic. We opted for the 4000 yen special course to try various types of meat and added a 2500 yen all-you-can-drink option. This made it easy for me as the organizer. After finishing the course, we even ordered three more types of meat. We had a delicious meal, didn't have to worry about cooking the meat ourselves, and had a great time chatting. Grateful!

I used it on my birthday. I have visited a few times before, but this time I made a reservation for a course for the first time. The quality of the meat was good, and the staff kindly explained how to eat it and served it with delicious doneness, so I was very satisfied. At first, I was worried if I could eat it all, but I finished it in no time! lol I ate so much and drank alcohol, but the cost performance is very good, including the service of the staff! ☺️ I would like to use it again ⭐︎

Yakiniku is a rare dish where you cook it yourself, making it a process that even beginners can handle. While there are other dishes like okonomiyaki and teppanyaki, yakiniku is all about getting the right level of doneness. The way you cut and the thickness of the meat can make a big difference, so it's not just a matter of cooking it. It's like being served the fish and rice separately at a sushi restaurant. This place is one of the few yakiniku restaurants that can dispel this doubt. The staff is friendly, and you can enjoy delicious yakiniku while focusing on conversations with friends. Plus, the prices are reasonable. You can even get lightly grilled meat for yukhoe or have a mix of different cuts of meat cooked in a way that brings out their best flavors. Hormone cuts are often overcooked, but here they are cooked just right, making them tastier than if you cooked them yourself. The cooking method really makes a big difference. There may be places that serve better meat, but considering the price for having it cooked for you, this place offers great value. If you want to enjoy a leisurely yakiniku meal while having a good conversation, this is the place to go.

A friend wanted to thank me by taking me to a yakiniku restaurant, so we met up there after a long time. The quality of the meat hasn't changed much since the old days, and it's decent for Ikebukuro standards. The sauce rubbed into the meat is on the sweeter side, so I recommend using salt instead. The staff cooks the meat for you, but the cuts are on the thinner side, and it feels like they have a lot of strategies to increase order turnover, which is a bit of a mixed bag. It may not be suitable for those who prefer to cook their own meat. On the other hand, it could be good for business entertaining. Thank you for the meal.

All the meat was incredibly juicy and delicious. The staff came to cook it at the perfect timing, so we were able to enjoy it at the perfect doneness. We ordered the premium selection of meats, and they were all so tasty that I highly recommend them. I definitely want to come back again.

I had a sudden craving for yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) and liver, so I was introduced to this restaurant by a friend. Intrigued by the tomato kimchi on the menu, I started with ordering it. Although the kimchi flavor was mild, it was delicious. Then, I indulged in a feast of yukhoe and liver. The yukhoe was the best I've had recently. The liver was also perfectly cooked, perhaps due to the assistance of the staff. The harami (skirt steak) was served with a solid block of dashi soy sauce, which melted as the freshly grilled harami was placed on it, creating an interesting eating experience. The galbi (short ribs) had too much fat for my liking, but everything else was delicious.

Shirosenmai is delicious, the beef tongue is tasty, and the Shandygaff ratio and temperature are perfect. The sauce is divine, a bit amateurish. I wish the harami was more intense. The charcoal heat is strong overall, so if you want a gentle heat, move the plates and charcoal back and forth a few times. The comtan is so-so.

I went for the first time after seeing the reviews. The staff asked if we wanted our meat grilled while checking on our table, so we could enjoy our meal leisurely. We ordered the special course this time, and it was very satisfying with a sufficient amount of food. The soup that came with the set was incredibly delicious!

The staff grills the meat for you, so just wait and it will come out (lol). The meat is delicious, but what surprised me was the egg soup and tantanmen. The egg soup is a light, salty taste based on soy milk that you can keep drinking! Tantanmen has a rich sesame paste that goes well with the thin noodles and tastes great. It's also nice that they serve it by dividing it up when you go with two people. Definitely going back!

Today's dinner was at Ikebukuro Nishiguchi "Yakiniku Kuro 5 Honten". With all this meat, beer, wine, and sours that I enjoyed, is 12,000 yen per person cheap or expensive? The quality of the meat was decent for the price, and it was worth trying. The raw meat yukhoe was superb as a drink accompaniment. Surprisingly, the tantanmen was extremely rich and delicious. It seems like they could succeed as a tantanmen specialty shop rather than a yakiniku restaurant.

The meat was delicious! There were many types to choose from. It was nice that the staff cooked it for us. They also changed the grill every now and then! The rice was also tasty. My son enjoyed the fresh grape juice he ordered. We would love to visit this restaurant again if we have the chance!

This is a Korean style restaurant where they grill the meat for you. The meat, cold noodles, tantan noodles, meat sushi, kimchi, etc., were all delicious. The prices are a bit high, but as long as you enjoy it in moderation, there's no problem. The location is a bit of a walk from the west exit, but it's not an unreasonable distance to walk.

One of the famous yakiniku restaurants in Ikebukuro. It is relatively easy to get in during late hours and very convenient. The highlight is definitely the loin! Cooked rare for just a few seconds! It's mouth-watering. And the liver!! Rare and paired with delicious negi-dare sauce... I always end up ordering the same items because I can't miss out on these two. I usually try one new item from the menu at high-end yakiniku restaurants, but these two are a must. Thank you for the delicious meal!

There are many yakiniku restaurants in Ikebukuro, but Kuro5 is always fully booked with reservations! ✔️Private rooms available ✔️Spacious seating ✔️No smell ✔️They cook for you ✔️Attractive course options make it easy for dates, entertaining, or focusing on conversation. As far as I know, it's rare to find a place in Ikebukuro that has all these features. Especially for entertaining, yakiniku restaurants can be difficult with cooking and cleaning up, so I try to avoid them. At Kuro5, the staff will cook for you at the right timing, making it really enjoyable. For those new to Kuro5, I recommend trying the course menu. The Special Course (¥4,300) includes a variety of dishes like kimchi, salad, and different cuts of beef. The Higher Enjoyment Course (¥5,800) offers more options like yukhoe, hormone, and their famous tantanmen noodles. If you're not a fan of hormone, you can add extra items to the Special Course. I actually added the tantanmen noodles and enjoyed it. Overall, the food was delicious, the cost performance was good, the atmosphere was nice, the service was good, and I highly recommend it. (Note: These are personal opinions based on items ordered) Location: 2-46-3 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, Seema 100 Building 1F. 6 minutes walk from Ikebukuro Station West Exit. Open from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Private rooms available, reservation required.

People who understand this lever are quite knowledgeable about kabuki. I often go to Kabukicho's Black 5 below the shop, but I always wanted to visit the main store, so I went to Black 5 Ikebukuro Main Store. You know, they say the taste is different at the main store. The result was that it was the same lineup that I always eat, completely the same. The taste was really the same. On the contrary, it's amazing that they can provide the same quality. So, people from Kabukicho, rest assured. Naha is probably the same too. This place is actually a memorable shop for me when I decided to join the company. At that time, the shop was still at Tatehana. Now it has moved and is right above it, but I think it's a place with a special connection. I remember saying that I don't eat rice, but I said I would eat it if Miki-kun eats it, so I have fond memories of Black 5 meals. It's nostalgic when I was addressed as "kimi" by Issei-san. Issei-san now works at a different top-notch restaurant, and the president has started to work me so hard that he doesn't even see me as a person anymore. The story went off track, but this place is delicious. The staff grills the meat for you, the prices are not too high, and the cost performance is good. Grilled liver, Black 5 rice, and caramel ice cream are must-try items. Isn't this a well-balanced yakiniku restaurant? The thinly sliced yukhoe is recommended. If you've never been here, I think it's worth a visit at least once. You might think, "Why here in Kabukicho?" but I will recommend delicious restaurants regardless. The Ikebukuro store, due to its location, didn't have many people from the nightlife industry, but the Kabukicho store is always crowded with companions, after-work gatherings, and employees and people related to the nightlife industry after the shop closes. You often see Kiyohara there.

If you're looking for yakiniku in Ikebukuro, this is the place to go! I had visited before and the food was delicious, so I decided to come back. I went with a friend and we tried the indulgence course for 5,800 yen. The interior of the restaurant is clean and has a nice atmosphere. The sofas are very spacious, almost too big for just two people. The staff will cook the meat for you, so you can enjoy it at its best. Considering the quality of the meat, I think the price is quite reasonable. I highly recommend this place for yakiniku in Ikebukuro. I will definitely come back again!

I went to a restaurant recommended to me when I asked for recommendations in Ikebukuro. It is located about a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station, and I made a reservation for 5:30 p.m. This time, I chose the 5,500 yen course. The staff grilled the meat for us, so I thought it was a very reasonable service for this price range! The menu item that left an impression on me was the soy sauce lump that melted from the heat of the meat, which was delicious. The meat was also delicious, and the spicy tan-tan noodles at the end were also delicious as you could choose the level of spiciness. There were group customers next to us, so I think group reservations are also possible!

I recommend the course meal. The charcoal-grilled meat is delicious. The staff will carefully explain while grilling for you. From rare cuts to classic ones, they adjust the grilling level so you can enjoy it. The spicy sesame noodles for finishing were also very tasty with a strong flavor. Both cost and taste were excellent.

Yakiniku is something I often go to alone, but this time there were three of us, so we came here. In Ikebukuro, it has a bit of a luxurious image for yakiniku. There are many people from the nightlife industry here. They used to stay open quite late before COVID, but I wonder what time they close now? By the way, I saw on YouTube the other day that Hideki Matsui came here. It was in the east exit area. I've never been to the east exit area, but I wonder if the taste is the same? Sorry for asking so many questions, haha. Now, we had yam kimchi, munchee salad, chanja, raw beef liver, beef intestine sashimi, beef intestine soup, top tongue with salt, kalbi, harami, horumon, mino, liver steak, and seared yukhoe. It's great to be able to try a variety of dishes when there are three people. We finished with black five rice. I can confidently say that I came to this restaurant because I wanted to eat this. It was incredibly delicious! I will definitely come back again!

I found the perfect restaurant with charcoal-grilled meat that is well-attended, high-quality, and cost-effective, open until late at night and close to home. It all started with delicious yam kimchi, followed by tender zabuton tataki and thick-cut tongue. The skilled staff expertly cooked everything to perfection, so you can just wait with chopsticks in hand. Reservations were easy to make by phone, and we were able to sit comfortably at a spacious table. We entered at 10 pm and there were still customers coming in around midnight, so it's great for satisfying late-night cravings. The meat chunks were cooked perfectly and served after being sliced, with various condiments and sauces provided to enjoy different flavors. I regret not visiting this restaurant sooner, it was a great experience. Thank you for the delicious meal!