I decided to try a restaurant that I don't usually go to, and this time I chose a game meat specialty store. I've heard of game meat before, but I've never eaten at a specialty store, so I was really looking forward to it. The place is about a 3-minute walk from Kanda Station. As I entered the back alley, I found the restaurant. The exterior has a nice atmosphere. I entered the restaurant right away. Inside the restaurant, there is a counter in the shape of a "コ" in the center, and several table seats, giving a pleasantly eclectic feeling that I personally really like. This time, I decided to order a la carte instead of a course. I started with a draft beer (780 yen) and got ready. By the way, drinks are self-service. So, the dishes I ordered this time are as follows: - Game meat skewers "Niku-yaki" (1,399 yen): The master chef recommends today's special, which is a great deal as he grills it for you. You can try various parts of the meat, so I highly recommend it. It comes with 5 types x 2 skewers, for a total of 10 skewers, so it's quite substantial. - Stew (550 yen): I couldn't resist ordering the delicious-looking stew right in front of the counter. The combination of meat and potatoes is excellent. The portion is also generous and very satisfying. - Ezo deer Yukke (780 yen): I was a bit worried that Ezo deer might have a strong flavor, but it was actually very easy to eat. The meat texture is firmer compared to horse meat. That's all for this time. I had the impression that game meat dishes were luxurious, but this restaurant was very reasonably priced. The distance between the staff and customers was good, and I definitely want to go back again. I highly recommend it to those trying game meat for the first time. Just one thing to note, they only accept cash for payment.

A friend found a trap restaurant where they cook the food for you (other places you have to cook yourself), which was very convenient for me as cooking game like deer and wild boar to the right level can be difficult. The restaurant was in Shinbashi, but now it's in Kanda, and there are many other dishes I want to try, so I definitely want to go back. This time we had the trap course with all-you-can-drink. I was tempted by the venison curry for the finish, but I changed it to the pheasant tea pickles, and they even suggested a grilled rice ball version! Everything was delicious. When I said I was too drunk to remember the venison meat grilling, they even wrote it down for me. And I forgot to take a picture of the tsukune... Next time, I want to try the shumai too!

I visited this restaurant because I wanted to eat game meat. I arrived just before 8 pm on a holiday, and there was only one group of customers already there. - Appetizer: Cabbage for 300 yen. - Assorted game meat: 1,129 yen x 2. It included two types of deer (Ezo deer, Japanese deer), wild boar, and something else. All the meats were easy to eat with no gamey taste. I forgot the differences between them, but it was interesting to compare the deer meats. - Game meat dumplings for 480 yen. I think it was wild boar. They were juicy and delicious with a generous portion. - Ezo deer Yukhoe (Korean-style raw meat dish) for 680 yen. The refreshing deer meat with creamy egg was a perfect combination. - Duck for 650 yen. It was flavorful and delicious with a nice amount of fat. - Game meat curry for 650 yen. The curry with plenty of meat was spicy and tasty, great as a snack. - Trap Highball for 350 yen. A highball drink with a down-to-earth feel. - Grape highball set for 950 yen. It was sweeter than expected. - Plum highball set for 950 yen. If you plan to have a few drinks, the set is a good deal. This is a recommended place if you want to easily enjoy game meat. The drink selection is extensive, and it's self-service (you need to call out to the staff when ordering), which can be a bit of a hassle but also fun to make your own drinks.

Game Meat "Yaki Jibie Trap Te Domeme" @Kanda Game meat with absolutely no smell! Pairs well with wine. Located in a hard-to-find alley, but once you find it, it's paradise. Deer, wild boar, pheasant...! Fresh meat without the typical gamey smell, simply grilled. There is also a game meat x French restaurant nearby. You can also order from the neighboring shellfish restaurant or brasserie! We brought our own wine...!

Dinner plans were up in the air as I wandered around the streets of Kanda on the weekend. Without a reservation, it seemed impossible to get into popular restaurants. After peeking into a grilled game meat restaurant, which was fully booked, I continued walking and suddenly remembered there was another grilled game meat restaurant in Kanda. This restaurant was also bustling, but there were seats available at the counter! So, I decided to have dinner at "Yaki Jibie Wana Tetome Kajicho" in Kanda. The location of the restaurant can be confirmed on Tabelog. This restaurant has multiple branches in different areas, so having two in the same Kanda area was convenient. My stomach was in a meat (game) mode, so this was perfect. Unlike the self-grilled style, the staff here grills the meat and brings it to you. You also make your own drinks and inform the staff. First, I prepared a beer and toasted with the cabbage appetizer. The cabbage was delicious. First, I ordered the classic "Nikomi" for 480 yen. It's best to order this as it comes quickly and offers a variety of cuts. I also couldn't miss the "Shiumai" for 480 yen. It's a must-try with plenty of meat packed inside. Now, onto the grilling! I ordered "Wild Boar Loin" for 330 yen, "Wild Boar Belly" for 330 yen, and "Japanese Deer Thigh" for 300 yen. The meat was tender and juicy, with each having a unique taste. I also ordered the not listed on the menu but delicious grilled mushrooms. Grilled mushrooms are always tasty. If meat disappeared from this world, mushrooms might take over as the main ingredient. The "Aged Ezo Deer Cheese" for 950 yen was an interesting combination. The deer meat and cheese complemented each other well, enhancing the flavor. I also had the "Grilled Eggplant" for 450 yen before the main dish. Now, for the highlight of the day, the "Jibie Curry" for 780 yen. This curry with game meat is a must-try at Wana. It offers a deep and enjoyable taste. This menu can be ordered with curry rice or just curry. I chose it without rice for a specific reason. The "Pheasant Dashi Tea Pickles" for 580 yen was a delightful tea pickles with a pheasant dashi flavor that seeps into your body. But when combined with the "Jibie Curry," it reached the peak of deliciousness. The combination was so good that I decided to add more alcohol and another piece of meat, the "Ezo Deer Loin" for 350 yen. You can choose from salt or soy sauce for the meat, but it's best to ask the staff for their recommendation. I thoroughly enjoyed all the meats, the curry, and my favorite items at this fantastic restaurant. Luckily, I was able to have a great dinner without a reservation. Thank you for the feast!

Located near Kanda Station, this restaurant feels like a hidden gem in a back alley. Within the Yakijibe Wana group, this particular establishment offers a "te-dome" style where skilled artisans cook the meat for you. The nearby Kanda branch is more of a self-cook type. Sitting at the counter, you can watch various game meats being grilled right in front of you and served. It seems like one server is grilling all the meat in the entire restaurant with a serious expression. The appetizer was Harupin cabbage. The dishes we ordered included Japan deer thigh meat, whale yukke, quail half-grilled, pheasant neck meat, duck, wild boar pork ham steak, wild boar spare ribs, stew, burdock root, and Nara's doburoku cloudy sake. We enjoyed a variety of meats and had a great meal.

After visiting the third restaurant and finding it full, I decided to try Trap-san, which was the fourth on my list. I had been to the Hachobori branch before, but there is also one in Kanda. When I arrived, it was also full. Just as I was about to give up and look for another place, the staff suggested, "The branch a short walk away is empty." I called ahead to reserve a seat and followed the map I received. It was around 6:30 PM. I was able to sit at the counter, but it was a bit different from what I expected as they serve the food already cooked. It's not the type where you cook it yourself on a charcoal grill. I wish they had explained that, but on the bright side, the doneness was perfect. Well, that's also good. I started with a Red Star Lager (702 yen) for a toast. Along with the cabbage appetizer (324 yen), the meal began. I had: - Ezo deer belly (378 yen) - Wild boar roast (356.4 yen) - Japanese deer thigh (324 yen) - Rabbit meat (594 yen) - Pheasant dashi rolled egg (410.4 yen) - Ezo deer loin (378 yen) The Ezo deer belly had a strong umami flavor. The wild boar roast had delicious fat. In comparison, the Japanese deer thigh was a bit bland. At this point, they mistakenly brought out the wild boar roast again. It was a complimentary service. The rabbit meat was incredibly tender. It had a refined umami that paired well with salt. The pheasant dashi rolled egg was crispy on the outside but fluffy inside. The Ezo deer loin was also tasty, but the initial impact of the Ezo deer belly was stronger. Among the meats I had that day, the Ezo deer belly was the best. They were all easy to eat without strong flavors. After the Red Star Lager, I had a bottle of red wine (2,484 yen). I can't remember the name, but it was a medium-bodied wine with a refreshing taste that paired well with the meat. After a 1.5-hour stay, the bill came to about 3,100 yen per person. Game meat is indeed delicious. Initially, I was disappointed that I couldn't cook it myself, but it allowed me to focus on eating, which turned out to be good in the end. Thank you for the meal.

Kanda Station area, having a party with friends (*^^)v at "Trap" in Kaji-cho, Kanda area. The restaurant is a short walk from JR Kanda Station, with lanterns marking the way in a quaint alley. They offer a variety of wild game meats such as Ezo deer, Japanese deer, pheasant, wild boar, bear meat, rabbit meat, and wild boar pork. We opted for the course menu selected by our friend. The wild boar meat used was delicious, rich in flavor but without any gamey taste. Various cuts of meat were grilled and served, each with a unique and enjoyable taste. The curry dish at the end was also very tasty. The self-service drink bar was a fun addition. The quality of the meat, sourced locally, was evident in the lack of any unpleasant smells. The experience was enjoyable, and I look forward to trying more unique cuts of meat on my next visit. It was a fun and delicious dining experience. Thank you for the meal! (^^♪

I occasionally visit "Wana" in Hatchobori, but this was my first time here. There is another Wana in Kanda, but I have not been there yet. [Atmosphere] Quietly grill and eat in front of the charcoal grill. When I had some questions and looked puzzled, a regular customer next to me kindly explained various things. However, the staff at the restaurant were rude and spoke in a very impolite manner, which made my friend and I feel uncomfortable. We wanted to enjoy the game meat more, but we decided to pay and leave the restaurant immediately. Using casual language is a high-level technique, so it should not be used lightly. It was a type of customer service experience that I had never encountered before. [Cuisine] The game meat is delicious. However, there seemed to be many items that were sold out. [Drinks] There were several one-liter bottles of sake in the refrigerator in the restaurant, which paired well with the meat. [Conclusion] I wonder if each restaurant has a different owner?

I stormed into the restaurant at Nishiguchi and found it fully packed. I was told there was a sister store nearby, so I decided to visit. The layout had more seats at the counter. I ordered a Hoppy drink for starters. Interestingly, you can bring your own drinks here. When I called out to the staff for a beer, they said I could serve myself from the tap. This innovative system was born out of having few staff members. I ordered a set with 4 types of meat that you can grill yourself. However, the chef cooked it for us, making it the most delicious. It was tasty without any unpleasant flavors. I felt they were cooking fresh ingredients in the right way. The appetizer cabbage and marinated sweet potatoes were all delicious too! I ended up spending just a little over 4000 yen for drinks and food. It was great value for the quality. Being closer to the station than the main store, once the word gets out, it's likely to become popular! Thank you for the meal, I will definitely come back.

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Grilled venison such as Ezo deer and wild boar is delicious. Stews and salads are average. Good value for money. The atmosphere is like a casual pub.

They explained everything deliciously and politely! It's casual and easy to drink.

Today's third stop. Once again, back to meat. But this time, I went for game meat! I was torn between Nico nearby and Trap Kajibashi, but I decided to go to Trap Kajibashi because I wanted to have a hearty meal. I had already eaten and drank quite a bit, so I ordered the 1. stew and 2. charcoal-grilled venison. The stew was rich in flavor with plenty of game meat, without any unpleasant smell. The venison was not too rare, but it was tender and delicious! It's best to lightly sear it before eating! The staff showed me a Blue Duck they caught in the Tone River! It was packed whole in a vacuum pack. Thank you for showing me this precious ingredient. The stew and venison were delicious. I hope to try the Blue Duck next time! I will definitely visit again.

Today, I came here with my friends for the first time in a while. We enjoyed a special set meal in celebration of the restaurant's 1st anniversary. We had a great time chatting and eating various dishes such as deer, wild boar, pheasant, etc. Everything was delicious without any gamey taste, and it felt like we were feasting on meat. I recommend coming here with friends to enjoy the experience together.