I arrived at this famous restaurant in Nagoya right after it opened, and the table seats were already bustling with customers. However, as a solo diner, I was seated at an L-shaped counter near the kitchen, on the far left end. The chair had a slightly soft seat with curved backrests, but it was not tall enough. The wooden armrests were thin. There were no acrylic dividers, but the spacing between seats was decent, and there were baskets. The area behind this seat was completely open, allowing for excellent ventilation. There were hooks on the wall behind on the right side. To start, I was served tea and tea snacks, with the option for refills. The cucumber and cabbage provided initially were quite generous. If it gets crowded, they ask customers to leave within an hour, but since I planned to leave after eating, it was not an issue. I was curious about their hitsumabushi, but I decided on the eel rice bowl. The menu included a small eel bowl for 2,650 yen, a regular eel bowl for 5,100 yen, and an extra-large eel bowl for 5,650 yen. I inquired about the difference between the regular and extra-large, and opted for the latter. The portion of rice was not specifically asked about. The dish was served in about 12 minutes. This eel rice bowl was unlike any I've had before. I wonder how many thickly sliced pieces of eel were on top. And the eel was so thick! I sprinkled plenty of my favorite sansho pepper and dug in. The eel had just the right amount of bounce, was thick, and juicy! My mouth was filled with the flavor of eel, creating an indescribable feeling. I moved the eel a bit and ate some rice. The rice had a perfect firmness. They serve large, fresh water eels grilled at high heat, which I prefer. In comparison to other places in Tokyo like Ginza Iccho-me Hyoutan-ya, this restaurant's portion and price were better. However, Hyoutan-ya excels in serving piping hot dishes quickly, while here, due to the large size of the restaurant and the number of customers, the wait time is longer. Besides the eel rice bowl, they offer other dishes. The small side dishes were delicious, including grilled white fish and pickled Chinese cabbage. Can I finish all of this? I had my doubts. As I progressed through the rice in front of me, more eel appeared. Truly amazing! I was warned about the wasabi being spicy, but I used it. Without it, the quantity might have become overwhelming. The spiciness wasn't too intense, providing a refreshing change in flavor and resetting my taste buds, allowing me to enjoy until the end. Despite the satisfying eel, the rice portion was quite large, and I overate. Nevertheless, I believe that eel should provide a sense of satisfaction, and this restaurant certainly delivers with its generous portions. During payment, I chatted a bit with the staff. Myself: The portion was incredible. Staff: Yes! It was indeed. Some young customers can finish it in no time. Myself: I see. The eel was satisfying, but the rice was too much for me this time. I'll ask for less next time. I will definitely come back again. Thank you for the meal.

Today I visited Unafuji for the first time in a while. I usually went to the store in Yurakucho, but this time I went to the store in Tokyo Midtown Yaesu. This time, I tried the weekday limited white-grilled hitsumabushi, and it was delicious with just the right amount of saltiness. The outside was crispy and the inside was fluffy, living up to my expectations of exceptional taste. Hitsumabushi is best enjoyed first as it is, then with wasabi and green onions as condiments, followed by pouring the broth over it, and finally eating it in your favorite way. I personally love eating it with wasabi and eel together with condiments. The staff at the restaurant were friendly, and the atmosphere was also great. I will definitely come back to Unafuji when I crave eel again.

Yesterday, I stayed in Saitama for work. For dinner last night, I visited two restaurants with colleagues for research, but both were disappointing. Preparing in advance is important. So, for lunch today, I decided to make up for it by going to Tokyo Midtown. I don't have much experience with Kansai-style eel restaurants, so I went to Unafuji. I noticed the eel bowl with liver on top. I waited 15 minutes. The appearance and the dish itself had a luxurious feel, and it even came with clam soup, raising my expectations. The first bite was incredibly rich and sweet with the sauce... and the eel had a tough texture that wasn't easy to chew... it was a solid and resilient texture! The rich flavor of the sauce enveloped the eel and liver, making a strong impression. There was even more eel folded inside the bowl... a generous amount, allowing you to fully enjoy the eel. When I thought I was defeated by the rich sauce, I changed the taste with grated wasabi! My perception of the world of grilled eel was shattered. Anyway, I was impressed by this dish! Next time, I want to try the hitsumabushi and unaju when I come back.

I made a reservation through Tabelog and visited this restaurant for the first time. I was seated by the window with a view of Tokyo Station, which got me excited right from the start. They mentioned a 90-minute time limit, but I had enough time to enjoy dishes like Nagoya Cochin grilled over charcoal, salad, white-grilled set meal, and eel topped with liver. The eel had crispy skin and tender meat, very delicious.

- Date and Time, Crowdedness I made a reservation for Sunday at 1:00 PM. There were about 15 people waiting in line who did not have reservations. - Location, Parking Located near Yaesu South Exit, on the 3rd floor of Tokyo Midtown. - Food Review!!! ・Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice) - 5,650 yen I wanted to order the Hitsumabushi with liver, but unfortunately, the liver was sold out. The Hitsumabushi was delicious, with thickly sliced grilled eel that had a nice crispy texture. The eel was well-cooked and flavorful. The sauce was light and not too sweet. The rice portion was a bit generous, about three bowls worth. The staff seemed quite busy but provided good service. [Time taken for the food to be served] Less than 20 minutes

Visited on a Saturday after 7:00 PM. The restaurant accepts reservations, but on the day of, you have to wait in line. There were 4 groups ahead of us, and we were able to enter in about 30 minutes. If you sit by the window, you have a great view of Tokyo Station right in front of you, and the night view from the 3rd floor is quite nice. First up is the Hitsumabushi. When you open the lid, you can't help but say "wow" at the sight. It looks delicious. I tried it as is first. The aroma of the charcoal-grilled eel fills your mouth, and the richness of the eel and sauce hits you strongly. Delicious. Next, I added the condiments - green onions and wasabi. The scent of wasabi gently envelops the whole dish, which is nice. Personally, I wished there was some myoga as well. Lastly, there was the Ochazuke. It was tasty, but the broth felt a bit light. It's meant to be eaten smoothly, so maybe they didn't make it too strong, but I felt it was slightly lacking. Nonetheless, it was still very delicious. My favorite part was just the condiments. Next was the Uzaku Hitsumabushi. It was followed by the Uzaku. As someone who ordered a beer, I would have preferred if the Uzaku was served first and then the Hitsumabushi, but perhaps they have to cook the eel at the same time? I've had this at a sushi restaurant before, but as expected from a specialty shop, the eel was overwhelmingly delicious. This goes really well with alcohol. The crunchy texture of the cucumber and the acidity of the vinegar are great. For drinks, they have Kirin Ichiban Shibori bottled beer, as well as Asahi, Asahi Jukusen, Premium Malt's, and Ebisu. The house white wine was not the best. Thank you for the meal! It was rare to find Kansai-style eel in Tokyo, and it was excellent. I would like to try the Unaju next time.

I tried the top-grade hitsumabushi at Kanetsuki. It was delicious, with a great texture of the liver. The wasabi and clear soup paired well with the crispy eel, and I was very satisfied. The only downside was that the restaurant is long and it's hard to get the attention of the staff, especially in the back seats where you need to raise your voice to ask for water or condiments. If you're confident in speaking loudly, give it a try.

My father-in-law wanted eel, so I visited this restaurant. Since it was the weekend, I thought it might be crowded, but I was able to make a reservation easily. I have been to the Nagoya branch before, so I trusted it! The liver-included hitsumabushi was sold out, so I had the special hitsumabushi, which was a satisfying lunch with a generous portion and visually appealing. I couldn't finish it all, so I took the leftovers as a souvenir.

Originating from Nagoya, this relatively new eel restaurant, founded in 1995, has already gained attention from Michelin and other sources. Their Tokyo expansion began in 2020 in Ginza, and now they have opened a second location in Tokyo Midtown Yaesu in March of this year. Using only extra-large blue eels, which are "over 30% larger" than those used in typical eel restaurants, the quality of the meat, fat distribution, and flavor are exceptional. I was curious to try it out, so I made a reservation for a private room for a dinner course with a friend. The course included: 5 types of appetizers (bone senbei, seaweed salad, mountain jellyfish, pickled vegetables, sesame tofu), assorted sashimi, grilled eel dishes, a mini unagi rice bowl, and dessert. We also added their specialty grilled eel liver to the order. The appetizers and sashimi were decent, but the highlight was definitely the grilled eel dishes, especially the crispy-skinned white-grilled eel and the mini unagi rice bowl. The large blue eels are cooked over high heat charcoal, sealing in the flavor and fat, resulting in a crispy exterior and juicy interior. The grilled eel liver, marinated and cooked in sauce, had a unique taste and texture that was quite appealing. Overall, it was a satisfying dining experience.

I visited on Sunday afternoon. I had hitsumabushi and eel roll, and they were very delicious! The eel roll had a slightly sweet taste with a dashi base. The service was also kind and I was pleased. The 60-minute time limit was a bit tight, even when eating quickly, so I thought it would be helpful to have a 90-minute time slot in the future.

A restaurant in Nagoya specializing in eel dishes! After debating between hitsumabushi and unaju, I decided to order the eel rice bowl. As a side dish, they served pickled cucumbers. The best part was that they offered free refills! The eel rice bowl arrived with thick slices of eel generously coated in sauce. The rice was just the right texture and soaked up the sauce, making it incredibly delicious.

They were saying that it is safer than Japanese products. I asked why, but they couldn't really explain. So, I ordered a small eel bowl. When I sat down, pickled cucumbers were served without asking. Some people around me left them untouched, which made me a bit worried. The eel skin was rubbery. I might not visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Today is the day for my monthly luxury lunch, so I decided to have eel. It was my first time visiting Midtown since it came to Yaesu. The area seems to have a mix of high-end and casual dining options. Among them, "Unafuji" was packed from early hours with couples, tourists, and solo diners. My budget was 5,000 yen, and I thought I could get a decent meal for that price, but I was mistaken. With 5,000 yen, I could only afford the lowest-grade eel. I also had to go for the larger portion for an extra 120 yen. The wait for the food was a bit long, as is common with eel restaurants. But the anticipation only made it better. When the eel bowl finally arrived, it was overflowing with eel. The aroma and crispy texture were delightful. The eel, cooked in a Kansai style with a sweet and rich sauce, was truly delicious. One bite was all it took to realize how good it was. The best part was that there was a generous amount of eel in the middle of the bowl as well. It felt like finding a treasure. The larger portion was quite filling. Even the regular size might be too much for some women. I was thrilled. It had been a while since I had good eel, and it was worth it. I've decided that whenever something good happens, I'll come back here for eel again.

It was my first time trying charcoal-grilled eel, and it was delicious with a crispy texture. I agree that wasabi goes better with it than sansho pepper. I had the grilled eel rice bowl this time, and it was satisfyingly filling. The quick service was also nice. I had a drink with grilled eel liver and collar, then took my time enjoying the eel rice bowl for about 40 minutes. Other customers finished much faster than me.

I had Hitsumabushi for lunch. The portion was like one whole eel, which was satisfying and filled me up. The eel had a delicious smoky flavor from being grilled over charcoal. In addition to the set pickles, I could also get refills of cucumber and cabbage pickles, which were tasty. The miso soup had two small clams in it, which was a nice touch. I made a reservation and there was a one-hour time limit, so it's good for a quick meal, but not ideal for lingering and chatting with friends.

The eel was grilled over high heat, resulting in a crispy surface. However, the texture of the eel was still there. It was different from other eel dishes I've had before and it was delicious. I also like the fluffy texture from steaming in Kanto style, but grilling the eel over high heat was also good. Next time, I'm thinking of trying it as hitsumabushi.

I have been to restaurants in Shinbashi before, but this was my first time at Midtown Yaesu. I was wondering if there would be any differences between the two, but I was able to get in right away! It felt a little smaller than the ones in Shinbashi, but they had unlimited cucumbers and the staff were kind, so it was good! As always, the Hitsumabushi was delicious!!! I will definitely go again.

A famous eel restaurant from Nagoya with a second branch in Tokyo. It's the only branch outside of Aichi prefecture, and the first branch in Yurakucho, Tokyo, is already quite popular. When I visited on a Sunday afternoon, there was only a one-person wait. Lucky, I thought, but I kept getting passed by as more people arrived. Most of them seemed to have reservations. The "Jou Hitsumabushi" dish, packed with eel, was top-notch in terms of aroma, flavor, tenderness of the eel, and portion size. However, despite the fact that eel dishes take time to prepare, there was no mention of any delays or apologies for the wait after ordering. It took over 50 minutes to get my dish. I wish they had at least said something about the delay. [Date and Time of Visit] Sunday (Cloudy)/12:45 PM [Waiting in Line] 1 person *Wait Time: about 16 minutes [Time to Serve] about 51 minutes

We went as a group of two. We arrived at a time that was outside of the lunch rush, so we were seated quickly. We ordered a set menu that cost around 6500 yen. The eel was delicious, and all the other dishes were also very good. The pickled cucumbers were free for seconds, and I ended up eating too much. The only downside was that the seats were a bit cramped. However, I would definitely like to go again!

I visited the popular Nagoya restaurant Unafuji at the Yaezu branch in Midtown. I love Nagoya's eel dishes, but this was my first time at Unafuji. Instead of the usual eel bowl, I ordered the hitsumabushi. The eel was crispy and thick, served with sauce, rice, clear soup with clam, and refillable pickles. It was delicious, just like Nagoya's eel dishes! I was very satisfied. Thank you for the meal.

I used it for Sunday lunch with my friends. Without hesitation, I ordered the grilled eel over rice, which was my goal. The grilling was perfect, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The sauce was not too sweet, with a solid flavor that I really liked, and it paired perfectly with the condiments. I haven't eaten eel over rice many times before, but I was very satisfied beyond my expectations. I would like to visit again.