"MUSASHI-KOYAMA PALM Shopping Street has a crab specialty store called 'Steam Crab Labo' that opened on April 8th. Although it shares the same management as 'Age Age' in Ikebukuro, this new establishment specializes in steamed crabs. Recently, 'Kura Sushi' also opened in Palma, and there has been a noticeable increase in seafood restaurants in the area. I arrived just before the opening at 11 am and was the first customer to enter. The lunch menu includes: ☆Crab Meat Bowl - 1480 yen ☆Premium Salmon Roe Bowl - 1980 yen ☆Crab, Salmon Roe, Sea Urchin Bowl - 2480 yen ☆Crab Tomato Cream Pasta - 1980 yen ☆Crab and Mentaiko Spaghetti - 2480 yen ☆Crab, Salmon Roe, Sea Urchin Cream Pasta - 2980 yen, all on the higher price side, as expected from high-quality ingredients. I decided to try the Steam Crab Course for lunch. Lunch Special Snow Crab Steam Course - 3980 yen Grapefruit Sour - 450 yen ♦Appetizer Trio: Octopus Wasabi Pickles, Steamed Oysters, Crab Meat A luxurious seafood appetizer. The octopus was chewy with a spicy kick from the wasabi. The oysters were juicy and flavorful. The crab was plump. Boiled vegetables like anchovy cabbage were also served as a great accompaniment for drinks. ♦Crab Meat Caesar Salad As the name suggests, there was plenty of crab meat in the salad. The cheese sprinkled on top was like snow. A truly delicious Caesar salad with a generous amount of ingredients. ♦Snow Crab Steam - 2 servings The snow crab is steamed in a state-of-the-art steamer embedded in the table while you enjoy the appetizers and salad. The snow crab is already boiled, so it is steamed again using this interesting steamer. Imported from China, this modern steamer is set to a 10-minute timer. The crab is steamed with the belly facing up to prevent the crab miso from leaking. The hot crab is expertly cracked by the staff, with some of the shell pre-cut for easier eating. The crab meat is plump and plentiful, served with crab vinegar, Hokkaido broth salt, and chili for dipping. The flavorful crab vinegar is delicious, and there was plenty of crab miso. ♦Crab Doria I chose the crab gratin doria. A very generous and hot gratin doria was served, with plenty of crab meat. The aroma of porcini mushrooms complemented the delicious doria. ♦Dessert - Yuzu Sherbet or Almond Tofu You can choose between yuzu sherbet or almond tofu. I chose the yuzu sherbet, which was rich and authentic, with a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. From the appetizers to the salad, main crab dish, doria, and dessert, everything was delicious and satisfying, with ample portions that left me full. Each dish was generously filled with crab, providing a sense of satisfaction. However, this seems more like a place to visit for dinner. It's a bit challenging to spend 4000 yen for lunch, especially with the relatively high prices for rice bowls. Since it is originally a high-end crab specialty store, it would be great if they could cater well to the high customer demand for dinner. "

We wanted to eat crab as a family, so we searched and found this place. We were able to eat delicious crab at a reasonable price. The restaurant was stylish, spacious, and comfortable. We would like to come back again when we crave crab. Thank you for the meal.

I would like the restaurant to reconsider the amount of the course. The crab rice wasn't particularly delicious, yet the portion was large, making it difficult to finish. The gratin was tasty, but the portion was also unbelievably large. However, it was good that each person in the group could choose their own course for the ending. The interior of the restaurant was too brightly lit, and since it had just opened, the staff were not yet accustomed, so the atmosphere was not very comfortable. However, it is rare to find a restaurant where you can eat crab at this price, so I would like to try it again after some time.

The quality of the crab is exceptional! According to the owner, they provide top-grade crab from the largest crab wholesaler in Toyosu, all-you-can-eat for only 4950 yen. Isn't that incredibly cheap!? They offer a wide variety of crab dishes, and their hospitality is outstanding. Of course, the taste of the highest-grade crab speaks for itself. This place is perfect for business entertainment or group dates. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I visited Steam Club Labo, a crab specialty store in Musashi-Koyama! It was my first time in Musashi-Koyama. What a nice place~ It's stylish yet has a down-to-earth feel like a shopping street. I can see why it's such a popular place to live. The restaurant is located in that shopping street. Today, I tried the dinner course which was all about crab! - Half a steamed snow crab A huge crab suddenly appeared! It looks amazing! It's so big! The snow crab is steamed as it is, with half of the shoulder meat, one claw, and four legs. The steam machine is set on the table, and the crab is steamed right there. The meat is incredibly tender. You can taste the richness as you bite into it! The crab meat is packed tightly, giving a satisfying texture. The aroma of crab rising from the steam already makes it mouth-watering! The flavor of the sea is amazing! You can fully enjoy the umami of the seafood. The staff peeled the crab for us, so we just had to eat and enjoy! - Soft serve-shaped potato salad Potato salad is stuffed into a soft serve cone. It's more like crab salad. On top, there's salmon roe. A luxurious potato salad! The saltiness of the caviar, the sweetness of the onsen egg, and the crab meat complement each other perfectly. It's a visually appealing dish. - Crab cream croquette A crab croquette filled with plenty of crab meat. Topped with salmon roe. The white sauce has a subtle crab flavor. The crispy coating is fragrant. The tartar sauce is delicious. It's a luxurious dish with bottarga sprinkled on top. - For the finale, crab rice or crab doria. I chose the crab doria. Despite being the last course, it's a size that could easily pass as a lunch portion. Once again, plenty of crab meat with the concentrated flavor of the sea in the doria. The restaurant is near the station, and the spacious interior is bright and clean. I think it's suitable for families as well.

I visited during lunchtime on Saturday. There was only one other customer. The food was delicious overall. The restaurant was clean and the restroom was very tidy. There is a smoking room, which I personally found helpful. The location is not very noticeable, but it is a very welcoming restaurant. I recommend it if you feel like eating crab.

The company Daikyo Kentaku, which is engaged in construction and real estate business, announced the "2023 City Livability Ranking", and in the station ranking in the Tokyo metropolitan area, Minatomirai Station in Yokohama ranked first for the third consecutive year. This is likely due to its convenience being just two stops away from Yokohama Terminal Station on the Minatomirai Line, as well as the presence of large commercial facilities such as Landmark Tower and Queens Square, hotels, and tourist attractions like an amusement park in the surrounding area. Additionally, the allure of living in a high-rise tower in the Bay Area may have been a contributing factor to its high ranking. In second place is Matsubara Station on the Tokyu Setagaya Line in Tokyo, which was a surprising result given that it is located in a quiet residential neighborhood opposite to Minatomirai. Third place went to Tsukiji Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, another unexpected station. My nearest station, Musashikoyama, dropped to 80th place this year from 71st place the previous year. However, when comparing it to other stations in the vicinity, such as Yonga Station on the Tokyu Denentoshi Line at 84th place, Shimokitazawa Station on the Odakyu Line at 85th place, and Oyamadai Station on the Tokyu Oimachi Line at 89th place, it seems to be a reasonable ranking. Despite being recognized as a livable town, the turnover of restaurants in the iconic Palm Shopping Street in Musashikoyama suggests that the image of "livability" does not necessarily guarantee stability for businesses. Our new restaurant opened in April 2023 in a prime location near Musashikoyama Station. While the operation entity behind the restaurant was not disclosed in a report by the Shinagawa Economic Newspaper, the high rent in the area and the significant equipment costs suggest that a financially robust business entity with industry experience may have ventured into the restaurant business. Our restaurant is located about 100 meters from the entrance of Palm Shopping Street on the right side of the building on the first floor (partially resembling the second floor). The spacious interior is well-arranged with 33 seats at 9 tables near the entrance, and according to the store information (we are a paid member of Tabelog), there are a total of 70 seats, including seats in the back. Each table is equipped with a dedicated tabletop steamer imported from China, which is the namesake of our restaurant and is intended for steaming fresh crab at the table. The restaurant aims to offer a dining experience where customers can steam their own crab, a style that is popular in Shanghai.

Steam Club Lab Special Course - Half Snow Crab & Extra Large Taraba Crab Leg Steam ⏩ It's been a while since I've had crab ❤️ It's so big ❤️ It's 30cm long, steamed right in front of me in the steamer... The aroma of crab rising from the steam is amazing, easy to eat with the meat cut for me ❤️... The texture and firmness of the meat?! The bounce?! It's incredible ❤️ The flavor is rich and slightly sweet ❤️ And the Snow Crab is peeled with such skill, it's impressive ❤️ Because of the steam finish, it's moist and not dry ❤️ Especially the part of the crab claw where the flavor is concentrated, it's so delicious ❤️ - Soft Serve Potato Salad ⏩ I've been seeing this a lot recently, but it's my first time ❤️ It's almost all crab, so luxurious ❤️ And it's incredibly delicious ❤️ It's basically crab salad ❤️ And the anchovy and capers add flavor ❤️ The sweet corn was subtly sweet and incredibly delicious ❤️ This is a must-try ❤️ - Today's Assorted Appetizers ⏩ Today's three dishes are Fruit Tomato and Octopus with Basil Sauce, Crab and Flying Fish Roe Jelly, Smoked Crab and Pickled Black Vinegar Gelée. The sweet tomato with the Genovese sauce was irresistible ❤️ I love it ❤️ The crab and flying fish roe with this jelly are so well combined and delicious ❤️ The smoked crab was my first time trying it, but the aroma and flavor were amazing ❤️ The pickles with black vinegar gelée... oh, so delicious and annoying ❤️ - Chawanmushi ⏩ Using luxurious swimming crab and only the richest dashi broth, the swimming crab broth is amazing ❤️ You can't usually eat such a luxurious chawanmushi ❤️ - Crab Cream Croquette ⏩ The white sauce with crab meat has a subtle crab flavor ❤️ It's creamy and crispy, and the tartar sauce with a strong acidity is skillfully done. A very elegant crab cream croquette ❤️ Topped with bottarga, topped with salmon roe... it's so luxurious ❤️ - Crab Flake Bowl or Crab Doria ⏩ You can choose the main dish, and we shared both ❤️ First, Crab Doria ⏩ Full of cheese ❤️ Full of mushrooms ❤️ With both Parmesan and mozzarella, it's rich ❤️ The swimming crab and snow crab flake are also included, which I love ❤️ I want seconds Crab Flake Bowl ⏩ Rice with plenty of crab meat Snow crab and swimming crab flake ❤️ It even comes with jelly for flavor change, maybe crab vinegar jelly? When you dip it, the flavor changes instantly and it's delicious The miso soup with crab is also included ❤️ Everything is filled with crab ❤️ - Ice Cream or Almond Tofu ⏩ A refreshing, palate-cleansing yuzu sherbet ❤️ The homemade almond tofu is not too soft, not too hard, not too sweet, and has a good mouthfeel ===========

I heard that there was a crab restaurant in Musashi Koyama, so I decided to try the Steam Crab Labo Special Course for around 8500 yen. The king crab legs were a bit smaller than expected, but they were filled with plenty of meat. The steamed egg custard was a bit too salty and overcooked. The crab miso was also on the salty side. Someone at my table ordered the crab rice and mixed it with the rice, saying it was delicious. For dessert, you could choose between crab rice or crab doria, so we ordered one of each. The crab rice was different from what I imagined, but the crab doria was tasty, although the portion was too big to finish. Overall, I was very satisfied with the meal, but I wonder how it compares to other restaurants in the Musashi Koyama shopping street.

I heard about a place where you can eat a lot of crab, and enjoy steamed, hot crab right at your table, so I went there with great interest shortly after it opened! I know this review is quite late, but better late than never. Until now, I always thought crab was very expensive, so I only had it occasionally at home in a hot pot. But here, you can eat so much crab at a reasonable price! The crab sashimi, crab sushi, and fresh crab were all incredibly delicious - sweet and tender! I can't believe I didn't know about this before...it's so delicious. I actually prefer it to sweet shrimp. Personally, I was really impressed by the crab chawanmushi - the flavor of the crab broth was so rich and delicious. And the steamed crab was unbelievably tasty, I could eat as much as I wanted! I especially loved the king crab. The flavor was so concentrated, it was amazing! The steamed crab is healthy, so it's good for people on a diet too! I also recommend the shichimi salt in addition to the crab vinegar - it goes really well with the crab. Changing the flavor with the salted broth was also delicious! The pasta with karasumi was luxurious. When I went with two others, we were able to fully enjoy the crab! Maybe we ate a little too much, haha. They had children's chairs, diaper changing stations in the restroom, and even provided picture books. They also had crab hats, so next time I'll come with friends who have kids. The restaurant was spacious, with multiple restrooms for men and women. There was also a smoking room, which is convenient for smokers. I really appreciated how they made the crab easy to eat. I've become a big fan of crab now! I'll definitely be back!

I was surprised by the large size of the all-you-can-eat oysters! The crab was also delicious.

The older sister peeled the crab legs delicately, all the way down to the thin legs.

The portion size was good.

The all-you-can-eat crab option with an additional 1000 yen for all-you-can-eat steamed oysters is a great deal for those who love to indulge in crab and oysters. Even the cheapest Ume course with all-you-can-eat is incredibly satisfying! I couldn't help but worry about whether it's okay to offer all-you-can-eat at such a low price, despite the abundance of snow crabs. There's a possibility that the all-you-can-eat option may not last long, so crab lovers should definitely visit soon! I'm considering revisiting next month myself! Although this restaurant doesn't receive high ratings on food review sites like Tabelog, it has always caught my attention as someone who loves crab. In my hometown, we often caught hairy crabs, and my mother, who worked at the fishing port, would boil the crabs she received from the shipowner in a pot, peel them on newspaper, and enjoy them. This time, I visited with a few colleagues for a work gathering! We made a reservation on Tabelog and used a premium coupon. The location is about a 3-minute walk from Tokyu Musashi-Koyama Station towards Palm. It's next to Fuji Soba, so you won't get lost. The interior of the restaurant is quite spacious and somewhat stylish, but the lighting gives off a casual dining hall vibe, and the wide open space feels like it used to be a pachinko parlor. The layout is wide for the number of tables, making it feel like a hall or something, a bit plain. This time, we ordered the following: - Dinner Time Ume Course: Red Snow Crab All-You-Can-Eat for 2 hours ¥4,980 - +1000 yen for all-you-can-eat steamed oysters - ¥1,500 for all-you-can-drink There are two types of all-you-can-drink options, ¥1,500 and ¥2,500, with the ¥2,500 option including sake and whiskey, giving a significant upgrade. This time, we focused on eating, so we chose the cheaper option. First, the staff explained how to use the steam machine, cooking methods, and how to cut the crab. You place the crab and oysters on the circular steam plate in the middle of the table, cover them with a glass lid, and they're ready in about 10 minutes! The staff then explained how to eat the crab. As someone from Hokkaido, I thought I knew how to eat crab, but since it's just my way, I was impressed by the staff's skillful handling! Once the explanation was over, the 2-hour course began! This time, I added melted butter as an option to enjoy with the crab. This year, there has been a large catch of snow crabs, causing prices to drop. It seems that many small snow crabs are being shipped, and I was a bit worried that the all-you-can-eat crabs might be of that kind, but the crabs that came out were splendid, so I felt relieved! The richness of the butter combined with the deliciousness of the crab made me feel like I was in heaven. The oysters were quite large, and it's hard to believe that you can have all-you-can-eat for 1000 yen at this size. I enjoyed them with Tabasco and lemon. There was a salad served first as part of the course, followed by crab cream croquettes. Well, this is not particularly important... As for the drinks, the lemon sour was average. It's 1500 yen, so no complaints. After about 2 hours, when it came to the third plate, my stomach reached its limit! I left a little and gave up! It's the first time I've felt so full just from crab and oysters. And it's so affordable! I was very satisfied!