When I went shopping in Akihabara and got tired from walking around, I decided to randomly enter this izakaya. I was surprised when I walked in. It was incredibly spacious... The layout of the restaurant was very clean and open. When I sat down, they hung a curtain which made it feel like a private room and very relaxing. Ordering was easy with a machine!! If there are izakayas like this, all other restaurants would feel expensive in comparison (lol). The food was also very satisfying with generous portions. It felt like a place where celebrities might come!

The three people who left Akatsuka decided to go to another restaurant just to be safe, so they headed to the streets of Akihabara. It was drizzling rain. They hadn't decided on a restaurant yet. What should they do? As they were waiting at a traffic light, a restaurant name caught their eye. Me: "We went to that restaurant in Kawasaki, on the 22nd floor." Senpai: "We did. They recommended a couple's seat (laughs)." All: "(laughs)" Me: "It's a place where you can eat yakiniku, right?" Senpai: "No way!" Me: "That's right, though!" Senpai: "It was different in Kawasaki!" Me: "Kawasaki was the same!" And so they decided to try that restaurant. It was "Amataro Akihabara Branch." This chain izakaya is located just a 1-minute walk from Akihabara Station. The Kawasaki branch was also large, but the Akihabara branch has 230 seats. Upon entering the restaurant, they had to take off their shoes! Me: "I wore weird socks." Senpai: "Mine have holes." Be prepared with socks that you can wear even in unexpected situations where you have to take off your shoes. The first thing they were asked when they entered was if they wanted to eat yakiniku! This restaurant offers all-you-can-eat yakiniku menu! Despite my proud face, they ignored me. The floor was slippery with socks on, almost causing them to slip and fall. Even if you're not clumsy, be careful. They comfortably sat at a table for about 6 people. Orders were made through a touch panel. Everyone ordered their drinks and toasted again. While I went to the restroom, snacks were ordered in advance. It seemed like everything was left to him, and his sense was being tested! - Appetizer: Grilled vegetables. This has been a popular menu at home lately, so it was a nice menu to enjoy various vegetables. Despite being a chain restaurant's appetizer, it was surprisingly delicious. Senpai: "The shishito peppers got me!!" Senpai: "Really, it's spicy." I quickly put the spicy shishito peppers from his plate into Senpai's plate. I couldn't see anything but death in the spicy shishito peppers. - Edamame: The edamame was wrinkled and dried up. It seemed like it was microwaved, with a lot of white steam rising. It was so bad that it made us laugh. At this level, people become generous. They managed to finish it while laughing. - Bar Cream Cheese: Cheese lovers. Perfect with alcohol! - Seared Mackerel: It was cold, not freshly seared. It's better when it's freshly seared and hot on the outside. But it had good fat and made a good dish. - French Fries: Thin French fries that everyone loves. Once you start eating, you can't stop. - Korean Seaweed: I forgot to take a picture, but it was just cut Korean seaweed. It's surprisingly good as a snack. Around 7:30 for about an hour. The snacks chosen by him were all things I like. My favorite food, in other words, what I want to eat! Whether he actually said that or not is uncertain. They promised to go to another restaurant next time and paid the bill.

At a long-established famous sake bar, four people enjoyed drinking at "Akatsu-ka" (though not really!) and decided to search for the next place to go. As the rain started to fall, they hurried into a building to seek refuge. They found themselves on the upper floor at "Kantaro" and greeted the staff with a cheerful "Konbanwa!" The four of them settled into a table, feeling excited and refreshed by the change of atmosphere. Despite everyone calling for beer, one of the guys, for some reason, opted for a refreshing highball instead of beer. His girlfriend teased him for being like a girl, but he insisted on his choice. He confidently ordered a selection of dishes, including edamame, cream cheese, seared mackerel, simple potato fries, and Korean seaweed. The group was impressed by the quality of the appetizers served, although the edamame was a bit overcooked. They also noticed the pleasant aroma of grilling meat coming from the nearby yakiniku restaurant. The evening continued with lively conversation and laughter, and they left the restaurant in high spirits, looking forward to their next gathering. Thank you for the delicious meal! ~Date~【Introduction: 581st restaurant / Log No. 681】【Date: July 28, 2022, Tabelog rating: 3.05】

Hello, I'm a table tennis girl! (^ω^) I ended up taking shelter from the heavy rain in a building and found this shop here! The rain was so heavy that I couldn't move at all, so I thought, "Let's have a drink and just enjoy ourselves!" The beer is delicious, and the fried rice has a rich flavor that is irresistible! The taste of the skewers is also delicious, each one is well made and the egg skewers are particularly cleverly done. The quality of the meat is good, so each one has a sharp and straightforward taste. The appetizers are also perfect for drinking, like the butter-grilled squid, which is a precious flavor with the squid's umami mixed with butter. Being seated in a calm wooden seat and spending a soft time feels like a chain store that shouldn't be underestimated. I felt very calm and relaxed spending time there. It's reassuring to have such a place sitting in the building, providing a sense of security. Despite the tough situation, I had a wonderful experience and ended up thinking it was actually a good thing. Fluffy~~~

I have been to Kandataro Akihabara store so many times that I've lost count. The semi-private seating in the sunken kotatsu is cozy, and the all-you-can-eat menu is easy to order with a touch panel. This time, I ordered the all-you-can-eat yakiniku and all-you-can-drink set, which cost around 3200 yen, making it very reasonable. The meat options include marinated kalbi, hormone assortment, seafood, vegetables, as well as junk food like fried chicken and french fries. It truly lives up to being an izakaya. Additionally, they offer a variety of side dishes like chanja and pickles, and a diverse selection of rice dishes. I always end up eating the curry every time. It was too crowded to get in during the year-end, but I spent a relaxing first day of the new year at this restaurant. When I want to relax in Akihabara again, I definitely want to stop by Kandataro.

I visited Amataro in Akihabara for the first time! They use a smokeless roaster so there is no smoke, and the all-you-can-eat menu with premium course offers plenty of beef tongue and desserts, which left me satisfied. This time I didn't drink alcohol, but they open early and offer all-you-can-drink alcohol options, so I might try that next time.

Remote banquets here are definitely the most reassuring. The security, strong internet connection, fully equipped private rooms, and the option for all-you-can-drink on the day itself are all in place. Today, we were guided to a private room for 12 people where we could enjoy yakiniku, although there were only 5 of us in the end. Each table had a tablet for ordering, so there were no issues with power outlets. We started with all-you-can-drink beer for 1500 yen. The beer was served in a sturdy glass, ice cold and delicious. The appetizer was pre-made kinpira burdock. We ordered diced steak, fried potatoes, takoyaki, and fried chicken cartilage. The portions were large, and there were about 4 other groups of customers. However, the refills were quick. The diced steak was tender with a good amount of fat, very tasty. The fried potatoes were from Europe and inexpensive with a generous serving (served with the diced steak). I was full from the potatoes. The takoyaki, although pre-made, was soft and good. Brand-name products are well researched indeed. Enjoying the fried chicken cartilage, both the remote and real worlds were lively. We had 3 beers, 3 highballs, and 3 barley shochu soda in a decanter. We drank quite a lot. Before we knew it, it was the end of the self-restraint period. There was no rush, and the service was pleasant. The total bill for the 3 of us was 10,500 yen, a great value for a fun time. Thank you for the meal.

I searched for the perfect environment for a remote year-end party and found Kanataro. Although I don't usually go to large, general izakayas like this, I decided to visit this place in Akihabara because they offer private rooms, WiFi, and all-you-can-drink options. Located on the 7th floor of a mixed-use building, Kanataro has a nostalgic feel to it. As I was led to a private room, I noticed that there were many tables with roasters, indicating that Kanataro was trying to transition into a yakiniku restaurant ahead of Watami. The restaurant was only about 30% full, which made it quite challenging for the staff. The private room I was seated in was a semi-private room without a door, and despite being designed for 8 people, there were only 3 of us, allowing us to maintain social distance. I set up my computer for the remote year-end party, using the restaurant's WiFi with a password provided by the staff. We ordered the 2-hour all-you-can-drink option for 1,500 yen, starting with draft beer. The appetizer was a crunchy snack similar to dried radish, which made me realize how this type of izakaya is moving away from the traditional style. For food, we ordered the signature dice steak, fried potatoes, mentaiko rice cakes, and mentaiko french fries, creating a carb-filled feast. We ended the meal with crispy cartilage karaage, skipping the vegetables. The dice steak was as delicious as ever, and I wondered if the quality of the meat had improved since Kanataro shifted towards yakiniku. We quickly ordered more drinks, including more beer, shochu highballs, whiskey highballs, and whiskey sodas, which were a great deal. The whiskey soda came in a glass, while the highball was served in a mug, with the only difference being a slice of lemon. Even after the all-you-can-drink option ended, we were allowed to stay at our table, which was much appreciated. We ended the night with a large highball. In the end, the remote year-end party lasted 1 hour and 30 minutes, while our real-life gathering of 3 people lasted 3 hours and 30 minutes, creating a lively atmosphere. The total cost for the 3 of us was just over 12,000 yen. Thank you for the meal.

I am a heavy user of this place. Whenever I'm unsure of where to go, I end up coming here quite frequently. By the way, there are three great things about this restaurant. 1. Comfortable atmosphere - You can take off your shoes and enjoy yakiniku in a semi-private sunken kotatsu table while ordering through a touch panel. It's perfect for when you have a lot of belongings or just want to relax. 2. All-you-can-eat izakaya menu - There are three yakiniku all-you-can-eat courses (full, premium, special). The premium course offers high-quality meat options and a wide variety of izakaya dishes, including tuna, salmon, and octopus sashimi. Even the full course offers plenty of menu items to enjoy casually. 3. Convenient location - It's located near Manseibashi, a bit away from the main road of Akihabara, but only a 3-minute walk from the station. There are also game centers and anime shops nearby. It's easy to visit after playing in Akihabara, and there are plenty of places to enjoy even after finishing your meal. Highly recommended for those who often play in Akihabara. Perfect for post-event or market research visits!

The grilled beef tripe is incredibly delicious! The anchovy cabbage is also good. There is a smoking area!!! If they had a drink-all-you-can-only course and a menu with cheese fondue, it would be a 5-star rating. (Cheese fondue is only available in the yakiniku course).

The steak is delicious, the takoyaki is also delicious, and the waitresses are beautiful. I love the atmosphere here!

In late June, three of us visited this restaurant and tried the special course for around 3000 yen. Amataro had only been to izakayas before, so it was his first time trying yakiniku for a meal and drinks. The entrance to the building is a bit hard to find, as there is only an old elevator. Inside, it is surprisingly spacious and incredibly clean, not what you would expect from an izakaya. The special course allows you to choose from cuts like middle rib and other types of beef. For those craving beef, this seems to be the best value. A big plus was that there was almost no smoke! It was really nice not having to deal with smoke. The number of staff members was a bit low, which is understandable during this time. However, it was a bit challenging when the orders took a while to arrive due to time constraints. Overall, we were satisfied and would consider coming back. It seems like they have reduced their prices now, so visiting during those times would be even better!

High cost-performance ratio

It was like a regular izakaya. The food was delicious, but I was a little surprised by the higher prices than I had imagined.

I went to an all-you-can-eat yakiniku restaurant with my coworkers. It was perfect because I wanted to eat a lot without spending too much money!

Private smoking room available, but limited in quantity.

When I was a student, I used to frequent izakayas, but there was no place called "Amataro." According to their official website, as of November 2017, the chain has 58 stores from Hokkaido to Hyogo in the west, with 12 stores in the 23 wards of Tokyo alone. Under the same group, there are other establishments like "Hokkaido" izakaya, "Kappa Sushi" revolving sushi, "Gyukaku" yakiniku, "On-Yasai" shabu-shabu, and "Freshness Burger." This was my first time visiting "Amataro" without any prior knowledge. The restaurant has separate sections for yakiniku and izakaya seating, and on this day, the yakiniku section was fully booked. Customers are required to take off their shoes at the register before entering the restaurant. The shoe rack is not easily visible, and many people end up entering with their shoes on without realizing. The izakaya section is located at the back of the restaurant, accessible through a maze-like corridor. The layout of the restaurant is not well thought out. There is no shoe rack near the entrance, causing congestion. Customers have to walk through the yakiniku section to reach the izakaya seating. The tables in the yakiniku section are at knee height, making one wonder if they collect dust. The kitchen entrance is located around the corner, and staff carrying drinks might startle customers. On this day, there were water drips in the hallway, causing my socks to get slightly wet. The izakaya seating was regular table and chair setup, with no slippers provided, making the floor feel cold. The partition screens hanging from the ceiling between tables in the izakaya section provide privacy from neighboring tables. The ordering system is through touch panels, and the service is quick and stress-free. The menu offers unique items not found in other restaurants, but some items like skewers are slightly pricey. I tried the addictive Baribari Curry Udon for 399 yen, which was like fried curry-flavored udon snack. The Garibata Soy Sauce Grilled Edamame for 449 yen was tasty with garlic and butter soy sauce. The Handmade Tamagoyaki for 399 yen was fluffy and delicious. The only beer available was Asahi Super Dry in medium bottles for 560 yen. The sake was served in a glass with a masu, but the pour was lacking, giving a disappointing impression. I ended up trying the Salt Lemon Sour for 450 yen, which had half a salted lemon and was surprisingly tasty.

I visited this restaurant on a holiday night. The restaurant is located in a building with many izakayas. I took the elevator to the 7th floor and was guided to a private table that seemed available. I ordered edamame (399 yen), on-ion sliced chicken and topped with egg yolk (439 yen), addictive! Crunchy curry udon (399 yen), grilled dumplings with mochi skin - 12 pieces (499 yen), and homemade tamagoyaki (399 yen) at the restaurant. *Prices are excluding tax. While waiting, the dishes arrived. The on-ion sliced chicken with egg yolk was interesting with the chicken slice. It's like a parent and child with egg yolk and chicken slice. The addictive! Crunchy curry udon gets saltier as you eat more. Cheers to drinking it all up! Thank you for the meal. It was delicious. 2113 reviews of food exploring. (Tokyo: 903 reviews)

I visited the restaurant on a weekday after 7 pm and was told there was a one-hour wait for the yakiniku tables. It seems like making a reservation for yakiniku is a good idea. However, there were available seats for izakaya menu, so I opted for that. You order using a touch panel, making it easy to order items that catch your eye. Just keep in mind that it takes a while for the food to come out, so it's recommended to order early and generously. Overall, the dishes are quite ordinary, but the thick omelette is a must-try. The yakitori was also good.

I visited Gantaro Akihabara store. This place is an izakaya, but they also offer all-you-can-eat yakiniku and shabu-shabu. When you take the elevator to the 7th floor, you will see a nice entrance with a good atmosphere. The interior has semi-private and private rooms. It is a bit dimly lit, creating a nice ambiance. The place is clean, spacious, and very nice. The yakiniku all-you-can-eat courses are priced at 2390 yen for 39 items, 2890 yen for 51 items, and 3590 yen for 69 items. We opted for the most expensive one. Soft drinks are included, but if you want all-you-can-drink alcohol, it's an additional 700 yen for sour, cocktail, 1200 yen for bottled beer, and 1500 yen for draft beer. We both chose the 1200 yen option as my partner wanted beer. One good thing about this place is that you can order using a touch panel, so you don't have to wait for a waiter. There are different sauces available, and the best part is that they don't bring out a platter of food at the beginning, so you don't get full too quickly. The food arrived quickly. The side dishes were delicious, especially the salmon carpaccio, chorogi salad, and chewy cheese potato. The meat dishes we ordered were pot-cooked beef, adult harami, and three types of beef. The seafood options were scallops with butter soy sauce and head-on shrimp. The scallops were huge and delicious, while the head-on shrimp was flavorful. We also ordered salmon foil-baked with butter and ice cream eclairs for dessert. The atmosphere was great, and the seafood dishes were surprisingly good. If you're in Akihabara and craving all-you-can-eat yakiniku, definitely give this place a try.

I was invited to "Amataro" Akihabara store and tried the 'Special Course with 55 dishes all-you-can-eat'. It was so easy to order using the tablet on the table, without needing to call the staff. The highlight was the Matsusaka pork, which was incredibly tender and delicious. I also ordered a salad, and enjoyed various dishes with a lovely female blogger. The "Negi Shio Chicken" was my favorite, with the perfect balance of leeks and chicken. The "Grilled Chicken Breast with Brush" was also interesting, as you brush the sauce on to keep it moist. We also loved the tongue dish and had seconds! The variety of sauces was great, and we even ordered the Kimchi Fried Rice set. The kimchi paired well with the meat, and I couldn't resist finishing the fried rice. I also enjoyed the buttered potatoes. The menu was extensive, like an izakaya, and we had a fun girls' night out! They offer a special premium all-you-can-eat deal for female groups, so check out their website for more details.