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Garlic yakiniku is taking over Tokyo! The restaurant is filled with a lively atmosphere, reminiscent of the world of Kinnikuman. Originating from Okinawa, garlic yakiniku has been expanding in Tokyo since last October, with locations in Shinjuku, Sangenjaya, Mita, and now Nakano, which just opened in mid-April. The garlic yakiniku features plenty of garlic, sourced directly from the renowned garlic-producing town of Tagacho in Aomori, 632 km from Tokyo. The meat, sourced from Miyazaki, 1341 km away, is carefully selected to prevent oxidation. The menu is simple, with four main options to choose from. I had the opportunity to try a few of them:
- Extreme Mix (2990 yen): A combination of top-quality cuts like upper kalbi, harami-tomosankaku, and rib loin, all marinated in plenty of garlic. A truly ultimate dish that makes all your fatigue disappear.
- Tongue Mix (2370 yen): Thick-cut premium tongue cuts like tan-sen and tan kalbi, also coated in garlic. The tongue is incredibly delicious.
- Red Mix - small size (1290 yen): Featuring bone-in kalbi, ude (shoulder, shoulder blade), koune (pork shoulder), and thinly sliced kalbi. A must-try item that showcases the essence of garlic yakiniku.
- White Mix - small size (1000 yen): A mix of four types of hormone - hachinosu, senmai, korikori, and akasen. The hormones are also coated in garlic salt sauce, making them irresistible.
Although the strong garlic aroma might be a concern, it's not intimidating when enjoyed with others. The restaurant is vibrant and welcoming, with the thoughtful addition of power outlets at each table for charging your devices. Enjoy some garlic yakiniku and let go of your daily stress!