At a company banquet, a junior made the reservation. I can't recommend anything regarding the service, food, or drinks. Beer was all-you-can-drink and the food was decent, but the seating arrangements were a mess. Despite requesting the same seating over the phone, we ended up with two different seating patterns. It was frustrating.

Visited as the first stop on a Friday night. The course cost was around 5500 yen per person for a 2-hour time limit. We were surprised by how quickly various dishes were served, to the point where we ran out of space on the table. There were 13 of us in a semi-private room, which felt just right for 7-8 people in terms of space.

Even though it was still Thursday, all the izakayas were full and I was wandering the streets. However, I found a place with available seats online, so I made a reservation and arrived about 10 minutes later. It's important for a restaurant to have clean restrooms. Above all, I think it's a wonderful restaurant where you can tell the food is delicious and the place is bustling with customers.

The shop is right near Shinagawa Station, which is convenient. However, the shop is located on the 6th floor, so you have to use the elevator, but there is only one and you have to wait for quite a long time, especially in the heat. It can be a bit frustrating. But once you enter the shop, the staff, who are mostly foreigners, mainly Asian, are very friendly and create a global atmosphere. The food is decent, not cheap but not expensive either.

Today, I would like to introduce a delicious restaurant located very close to Shinagawa Station with excellent access. The name of the restaurant is GATEI, and you can reach them at 050-5597-2681. They are located at Minato Building 6F, 2-2-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo. The staff at this restaurant are very friendly and welcoming, making it a pleasant place to dine. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you will be greeted by a variety of dishes, with one of the standout items being the "lobster sashimi." This dish is sure to excite you and your friends as you eagerly anticipate tasting the lobster. In addition to this, there are plenty of other delicious options on the menu. We started with a salad dish, the Carpaccio of fresh fish for 1,080 yen. This salad includes sea bream, octopus, and salmon, along with lettuce, onion, and paprika, creating a refreshing and tasty combination. The presentation of the dish is beautiful, stimulating our appetites. Next, we couldn't resist ordering the Horse Sashimi Assortment for 1,980 yen, which includes both the mane and red meat of the horse. When eaten with the condiments, it creates a perfect harmony of flavors. The meat is tender and has a unique texture that delights the palate. One of the most anticipated dishes was the Lobster Sashimi for 1,980 yen. A whole lobster is beautifully presented, with the succulent meat accompanying it. The taste is exquisite, with a rich and creamy texture that is truly delightful. After enjoying the seafood, we decided to try some meat dishes. We ordered the Spare Ribs for 880 yen, which offers juicy and flavorful meat that is easy to enjoy. We also ordered the Assorted Yakitori for 880 yen, including various parts of the chicken such as skin, bonjiri, negima, tsukune, and thigh. The sauce complemented the chicken well, creating a delicious combination. To accompany our drinks, we ordered the Salt-boiled Green Soybeans for 480 yen, which were a perfect pairing with sake. The firm texture of the soybeans with a hint of salt made them a great snack. We also tried the Stingray Fin for 580 yen, a popular choice to accompany sake. The thick slices of stingray fin were satisfying to eat. The Camembert Cheese Fries for 680 yen were a unique dish that surprisingly paired well with sake. The mild cheese complemented both wine and sake, making it a versatile choice. Lastly, we tried the Tomato and Seasonal Vegetable Tempura for 780 yen, which included cherry tomatoes, shiso leaves, pumpkin, and enoki mushrooms. The tempura was delicious, especially the cherry tomatoes which were a pleasant surprise. The restaurant offers a wide selection of sake, including popular brands such as Dassai, Masuizumi, Dewazakura, and more. The staff will serve the sake in a traditional manner, pouring it into a small sake cup placed on a saucer. It's a great way to enjoy sake with friends, tasting and comparing different varieties. Overall, GATEI is a fantastic restaurant with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, delicious food, and a great selection of sake. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant in Shinagawa for a memorable dining experience.

I came to Shinagawa for work and was looking for an izakaya to meet with clients, so I decided on this restaurant, Gaten. It was early evening on a weekday, and the place was already almost full! I'm glad we came early. The restaurant has private rooms, and we were seated in one this time. The window seats are open seating and have a lovely open atmosphere. The menu mainly consists of seafood and meat dishes, so we ordered the popular items, the sashimi of spiny lobster and meat sushi. It was my first time trying spiny lobster, and it was delicious with a strong sweetness and a crunchy texture! The meat sushi changes daily, and on this day, it was seared beef, roasted duck, and horse sashimi. They recommend making a reservation for the course menu as the meat sushi can sell out. I didn't realize that spiny lobster was included in all the courses! It may not be suitable for those looking for cheap izakayas or high-end restaurants, but it is highly recommended for those seeking a quality above chain izakayas. I will definitely use this place for our next office drinking party! Thank you for the wonderful meal! ◎

Miyabitei (Minato Building 6F, 2-2-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo) If you could read the title of this review like the catchphrase of Drifters' leader, the late Ikariya Chosuke, I would be grateful. If you happen to know about the member changes between Arai and Shimura Ken, then rest assured, we will have a lively conversation (laughs). The restaurant is located at the Konan exit of JR Shinagawa Station, passing through Atre Shinagawa and heading to the 6th floor of the building where it opened in May 2019 (Reiwa 1). It's the first time I'm reviewing a restaurant that opened in the Reiwa era, and the name "Miyabitei" sounds luxurious to Japanese people, so it feels like a good omen from spring (laughs). Hearing that a restaurant where you can easily eat "lobster" and "Michelin-grade meat" has opened in such a prime location in front of the station, there was no choice but to go. I made a reservation in advance before visiting because I didn't want to regret not being able to get those two dishes. Taking the elevator to the 6th floor and entering the restaurant, I was greeted by beautiful staff with smiles and guided to a private room on the left. Recently, I've been drawn to visit restaurants labeled as "private room izakaya," and while many have a combination of private and open spaces, the seat I was guided to was a completely private room, suitable for intimate moments with loved ones or for business entertainment. Looking at the menu and contemplating tonight's lineup: The Premium Malt's 580 yen, Super Carbonated Highball 580 yen, Lemon Sour 520 yen, Oolong High 480 yen, Seafood-packed Japanese-style Salad 980 yen. Advocating for "eating vegetables first" to avoid gaining weight, the first dish to arrive was the seafood-packed Japanese-style salad. It included sunny lettuce, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, kaiware, and vegetables, as well as salmon, amberjack, sea bream, and sardines. But what stood out was the presence of caviar on top of the mountain. Although the overall amount was large, hearing that the salad was 980 yen made me feel it was a bit pricey, but the presence of caviar instantly dispelled that feeling (laughs). The dressing was light to bring out the flavors of the ingredients, and the saltiness of the caviar served as a nice accent. The daily sashimi assortment for 980 yen included tuna, sea bream, salmon, and octopus. The sashimi is carefully selected from fresh seafood from Hokkaido and other regions nationwide depending on the season. The octopus, which has been my recent favorite, had a strong elasticity and a subtle sweetness and umami that became more pronounced as I chewed. Ise Ebi sashimi for 1,980 yen: The main event of the evening was the arrival of Ise Ebi. A whole Ise Ebi from Mie Prefecture was priced at 1,980 yen, right in front of Shinagawa Station, which was a fantastic cost performance. When I put a bit of wasabi and soy sauce on it and took a bite, as expected, I couldn't help but smile. The meat was firm, and the initial sweetness was followed by an exquisite umami that chased after it. It was a moment where I once again realized that when you eat something really delicious, everyone falls silent (laughs). Grilled chicken skewers assortment with salt for 880 yen: While still immersed in the aftertaste of the Ise Ebi, the grilled chicken skewers assortment arrived. It consisted of thigh, skin, tsukune, bonjiri, and negima, a total of five skewers. The thigh was juicy, the skin was crispy, the tsukune had a rough grind, the bonjiri had a sweet fat, and the negima was stable, with the salt level also being good. Dashimaki Tamago for 680 yen, Assorted pickles for 680 yen, Dassai Polishing Ratio 39% for 450 yen: Taking a short break while still savoring the aftertaste of the Ise Ebi, I indulged in some dashimaki tamago and assorted pickles as snacks, paired with Dassai Polishing Ratio 39%. Dassai, which has become so popular that it doesn't need further explanation, is a sake produced by Asahi Shuzo in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is characterized by its floral aroma and a beautiful sweetness like honey when sipped, leaving a long aftertaste when swallowed. This is the essence of Junmai Daiginjo.

After work in Shinagawa, I went to this restaurant with my colleagues for a "cheers" gathering. It's on the 6th floor, visible from the pedestrian bridge, so we decided to give it a try. Luckily, there was a private room available! We started with beer and a Japanese sake called "Reiwa" to celebrate the new era. The appetizers were lotus root simmered in soy sauce and "gonjiri" (fried wheat gluten). For dishes, we had: Fresh vegetable grilled miso salad for 780 yen, sashimi carpaccio with fish slices and vegetables for 1080 yen, horse sashimi for 880 yen, and a grilled meat platter with wagyu beef, pork loin, and local chicken for 1980 yen. We also tried the Ise lobster sashimi for 1980 yen and a meat sushi platter for 1280 yen. For dessert, we had strawberry ice cream for 480 yen. We finished with hot oolong tea to wind down. The view was great, and it's conveniently close to the station. I will definitely visit again!

I didn't eat much, but the spiny lobster was luxurious and the private room made it easy to talk.

All of the staff are foreigners, so if you don't expect traditional Japanese hospitality, there shouldn't be any major issues. However, despite confirming a private room when making the reservation, we were led to a large shared room on the day of our visit. Luckily, our timing was different from the table next to us, so we were able to enjoy a relaxed meal. But if our timings had overlapped, it could have been a disaster, which was a bit unsettling. Promises are important, right? We ordered the course meal, and if you don't have high expectations for the taste, the value for money is good. The taste was decent, and there were plenty of dishes, but I was a bit disappointed with the yakisoba served as the last dish and the mini cake for dessert. I'm not sure if they can really be called dishes. The service for the all-you-can-drink option was quick, which was great. I think the restaurant claiming to be a private room izakaya lacks a bit of composure and calmness. I probably won't be visiting again. Thank you for the meal and the service.

Shinagawa Station, right in front of the building on the 6th floor. The area was bustling with new employee welcome parties as it is soon to transition to Corona Category 5. It's a good thing! The elevator, which is the only one, was very crowded. It's healthier to take the stairs to the shop. It was a 2-hour all-you-can-drink course, but not everyone had arrived yet when it started. There was no flexibility. We also ordered sake separately, and the course included sashimi of spiny lobster. It was a fun night drinking with old friends. Thank you for the meal.

I visited on a regular night. Although the restaurant's name indicated "private room with night view", I was actually seated in a cramped and noisy semi-private room without any windows. I couldn't see any night view at all. The course menu included salads, sashimi, tempura, and motsunabe (offal hot pot). Unfortunately, the tempura was soggy and not tasty, as it seemed to be soaked in oil.

Assorted sashimi, two servings of horse meat sashimi, fried crab claws, fried chicken, and cold lobster sashimi for four people, with beer and highballs, totaling over 40,000 yen. The sashimi was not fresh, and the foreign-sourced lobster had a strong smell. The horse meat sashimi also smelled bad. The only decent items were the tomatoes and fried chicken. In my opinion, this izakaya has the worst cost performance at the highest level.

This is a shop located just a short walk from JR Shinagawa Station. It was a special dining event, so my companion made a reservation for us. The shop is on the 6th floor of a building, with a surprisingly beautiful view despite its name "Gatou". I didn't research much before going, but I was amazed by the view from the seat I was guided to! The interior is a blend of traditional Japanese and modern styles, very stylish. We had booked a course with all-you-can-drink for 4 people. Once everyone arrived, the dishes started coming out. I was surprised by the variety of drinks available! We decided to add the premium all-you-can-drink option for an extra 500 yen, and although it was a 2-hour limit, the drinks went well with the delicious food. There were a total of 9 dishes, starting with appetizers, sashimi, tempura, meat sushi, grilled dishes, and even snow crab. We got to taste a variety of luxurious ingredients and it was a truly satisfying experience. Thanks to the delicious food and drinks, we had a great time chatting and enjoying the night. I would love to visit again to see the beautiful night view!

This is a restaurant in Minato-ku, Tokyo where I went out to eat with my bosses. It's located just a 1-minute walk from JR Shinagawa Station Konan Exit, and we were seated at a window table where the neon lights were shining beautifully. The atmosphere overall was calm and elegant, making it suitable for special occasions. I was the youngest among us and was in charge of organizing the dinner, and everyone praised my good taste in choosing this restaurant. We had pre-ordered a course menu, and our table was set up nicely. The course with all-you-can-drink option was amazing! The dishes were made with carefully selected ingredients, and the Ise Ebi sashimi, in particular, was sweet and delicious. The course we chose allowed us to enjoy both meat and fish dishes to the fullest, and all my seniors seemed satisfied. The drink menu was quite extensive, and adding the +500 yen premium all-you-can-drink option made it even better! The menu changes slightly with the seasons, offering fresh and seasonal items. We savored the luxurious dishes and finished with a beautiful dessert. I am grateful for being able to enjoy such professional flavors in such a lovely setting. This is a restaurant I would like to visit again, whether for group gatherings or private occasions when I want to indulge a little. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

You can enjoy high-quality meat and fish at GATEI, which is located on the 6th floor of a building that also houses a darts bar. I found the place easily because there was a standing sign in front of the building. This time, we decided to just order individual items as our second stop. We also used a coupon for a 1500 yen all-you-can-drink option, which made our experience very affordable. The chicken here is made using Jyoshu Jitadori chicken from Gunma Prefecture, and it had a rich sweetness and strong umami flavor that was exceptional. Even though everyone said they were quite full, the delicious taste made us order two more plates. The crispy coating and juicy meat were irresistible. The salmon sashimi was melt-in-your-mouth, and the octopus was firm and fresh, completely different in quality from our first stop at a chain izakaya. I regretted making this our second stop, but as I sipped on sake, I found myself unexpectedly enjoying everything I tried. The refreshing pickled plum rice at the end was also delicious. If you're looking for a cost-effective izakaya in Shinagawa, I highly recommend visiting this place. It's conveniently located right in front of the station, and I definitely plan on coming back again.

On this day, I visited the restaurant called "GATEI" in front of Shinagawa Station for a company drinking party. Although it is categorized as an izakaya, it is quite different from your typical cheap izakaya. The calm and private atmosphere of the individual rooms made it an ideal environment for adults to drink and relax. Despite arriving a bit early, we were promptly shown to our seats. We ordered a course that included sashimi of spiny lobster, with a 120-minute all-you-can-drink option for 4500 yen, which felt quite reasonable. As everyone gathered, we toasted with a crisp draft beer. The staff here were quick to respond, and their pleasant replies were very comforting. Before the main dish of spiny lobster, we were surprised by a salad generously topped with the famous luxury ingredient "caviar." The slight saltiness and hint of sea flavor paired perfectly with the beer. Even though we finished two drinks before the main course, we decided to continue and ordered a premium sake called "Josenjozui" in a tokkuri, to toast and reset. When we picked up the thick flesh of the spiny lobster, the transparency of the chopsticks reflected its freshness. The intense sweetness, distinct from regular shrimp, filled our mouths. It was an incredible luxury. Following that, we enjoyed tender and crispy fried chicken, savory grilled Tokachi pork, and seafood-rich salt-grilled noodles, which fully satisfied our stomachs. The satisfaction and hospitality at this restaurant, at a price not much different from typical chain izakayas, make it a place worth revisiting over and over again.

I was in charge of organizing the company dinner and my colleagues and I found a great restaurant called GATEI. This time, we used it for our company dinner! There were about 15 people, so it was great that they had a large table prepared for groups. When I made the reservation over the phone, the staff was very polite and I felt reassured leaving everything to them. The course menu included 9 dishes, including seasonal dishes, and came with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option. The drink menu was extensive, and I was personally happy to see a wide variety of highball options! Since we had a boss who loves shochu, we upgraded to the premium all-you-can-drink option for an additional 500 yen. Everyone was able to enjoy plenty of drinks and seemed satisfied. While I enjoy drinking, I was looking forward to the delicious food even more. The salad even had caviar, and there was fugu tempura, motsunabe, and other luxurious dishes. But the highlight for me was the sashimi platter with Ise ebi (Japanese spiny lobster)! I rarely get to eat Ise ebi, so when it was brought out, I couldn't help but cheer at the sight. I quickly secured my portion of the Ise ebi before it became a battle for it! It not only looked luxurious but the taste was even more impressive. It was firm, sweet, and packed with umami as you chewed, it was amazing. By the time we finished with the dessert, I was completely full! All the ingredients used in the dishes were fresh and appealing. I definitely want to bring my close friends here next time for a private gathering. I will be back, thank you for the wonderful meal!

It is a private room, but the cover charge of 450 yen per person is a bit too high. The portion of the dishes is also small, and the taste is so-so. A bit disappointing.

【Conclusion: Don't be fooled by the atmosphere in the photos! Not suitable for dates or entertaining】 ■Pros - The night view is indeed beautiful. - There are premium brands of sake available, starting from 1000 yen for a small bottle. (At Toyo Bijin, it is 1080 yen per small bottle excluding tax, so... you get the idea) ■Cons - The service... I made a reservation for a course meal and arrived at the restaurant. They told me, "We can't offer the course after 9:30 pm. I already told you that." However, I didn't receive any emails or calls about this. It was only 5 pm on the same day when I made the reservation. Even after questioning multiple times, they kept insisting, "We can't offer the course after 9:30 pm. I already told you that." Maybe the lady who served us wasn't at fault, but she made us feel quite unwelcome with her attitude of "You can just leave if you want." - Charged for water... When I asked for a glass of water after getting my drink, they said, "That will be extra. It's 100 yen." I asked, "Is it some special water, like mineral water?" They replied, "Oh, no, it's just charged." When I asked again, "What do you mean?" they said, "It's on the menu." I didn't notice it. When I checked the drink menu, there it was! "Water (the kanji was hard to read) 100 yen" with a small label stuck on it at an angle. I couldn't have noticed that. - Atmosphere... If you go expecting the interior from the photos on Tabelog, you'll be quite disappointed. The night view is as advertised, but the interior is nothing special. And the air filled with cigarette smoke... The overall atmosphere of the tired-looking staff exudes a sense of gloom that is unappetizing. To be blunt, the atmosphere is not good. The food is also lacking in volume and taste, more like a casual chain izakaya. Probably, those reading this review are thinking, "I want to use this place near Shinagawa Station for a private date or a meeting!" It's true that there are few private izakayas near Shinagawa Station, but if you can overlook the private room requirement, there are definitely better options nearby that I strongly recommend.