Enjoyed the high-quality Kochi cuisine at "Warayakiya Ueno Hirokoji Store". Starting early while it was still bright outside on a holiday. The signature Buntan Sour at WARAYAKI came with cute sherbet. The sherbet was crunchy and there were even two of them, which I really loved. The appetizer was vegetables with a choice of 4 dressings, so I chose yuzu and carrot dressing. Fresh vegetables topped with plenty of dressing. The Yuzutama and Kitakari Potato Salad used Kochi's yuzu-flavored eggs. The potato salad with plenty of crab miso sauce was creamy and delicious. A must-try dish at Warayakiya. Katsuo no Shio Tataki is cooked quickly over a strong flame, which is really amazing! The fire show in the restaurant was impressive. The thick-cut bonito was served with wasabi, garlic, and Kochi salt. Topped with myoga, green onions, garlic, and wasabi, it was truly delicious. A specialty dish to enjoy the aroma of straw while eating. From the limited-time menu, I tried the Kombu-jime Tai Sashimi grilled with straw. The beautifully translucent grilled sea bream had a subtle straw aroma. I ended up liking the Sherbet Sour so much that I had a second one. The WARAYAKI signature Yuzu Sour had a refreshing yuzu peel flavor that was easy to drink. Lastly, I tried the Kounan Nira Shio Yaki Soba, even though I was already full. I asked the staff to make a half-size portion for me. The lightly salted noodles were delicious, and I couldn't stop eating. I wish there were more chives in it. I was too full to have dessert in the end... But it's great to be able to fully enjoy Kochi cuisine in Tokyo. There are still more dishes I want to try, so I would like to visit again.

The company's drinking party was held at a restaurant serving dish and bowl dishes, with a special course featuring 11 items including grilled salted bonito and salted pork shoulder loin. The food was fresh and delicious, especially the grilled salted bonito and salted pork shoulder loin marinated in salt koji. Other dishes like deep-fried sandfish and seared mackerel sushi were also satisfying. The overall cost performance for the meal was great, but the alcoholic content in the sour drinks was a bit low for my taste. Additionally, as someone who doesn't like Super Dry beer, it was disappointing that it was the only option available. The restaurant seemed to be quite popular, as it was full by 7 pm on a Wednesday.

I happened to find a straw-grilled restaurant. The bonito straw-grilled was very thick and tender, and paired well with Japanese sake. I also tried eel for the first time, and it was delicious just as I had heard. The variety of Japanese sake was abundant, and the atmosphere of the restaurant was like an old folk house, which foreign customers really enjoyed.

"Warayaki-ya is a place where you can enjoy Kochi cuisine. I searched for local dishes and found this place. Some people may not like the unique taste of warayaki, but the warayaki here has a gentle straw aroma and flavor. The bonito is incredibly delicious, I lost count of how many times I said 'delicious'. Other dishes and the variety of Kochi sake and fruit liquor were also satisfying. Thank you for the wonderful meal."

This time, I went with a friend and chose the plan with all-you-can-drink for 6,000 yen. It was nice not having to think too much about ordering, as dishes kept coming out. Sitting at the counter, I could feel the intense heat of the straw grilling, which was great. My friend tried straw-grilled food for the first time and was very satisfied. (*´∀`)

I was introduced to this restaurant by a friend and the straw-grilled dishes were so delicious that I wanted to taste them again. I visited again within a week. I went at the opening time as I heard that the lunch sets were popular and it would be crowded. I confirmed in advance by phone if I could have a drink during lunchtime. As expected, the straw-grilled dishes were amazing. By lunchtime, the restaurant was full.

I received an invitation because it's delicious, so I visited for the first time. In the kitchen, a vigorous flame was rising. For the appetizer, a plate of vegetables was served with a choice of mayonnaise, chili oil, or ginger in small bottles, one per person. First, I tried the restaurant's specialty, bonito straw-grilled salted tataki. The aroma of straw was very good, and it was delicious.

It had been a while since I last visited the straw-grilled restaurant, and I was lucky to get in today as it was not crowded. They had implemented QR code ordering system. I ordered the bonito straw-grilled with salt and garlic, and it was very delicious. The sweet potato fries were also tasty. They went well with sake. The eel straw-grilled sushi was also delicious. Thank you for the meal.

One of my wife's favorite dishes is bonito straw-grilled (also known as bonito tataki, but it's actually straw-grilled). Since we went to Kochi to eat it, she has developed withdrawal symptoms if she doesn't eat it regularly, like sweating, fever, or suddenly shaking hands... well, not really. So, bonito straw-grilled has become a regular feature on our dinner table, but of course, the quality at department store food halls is not enough to satisfy my wife, and she always wants to eat something more delicious, leading to stress. This place is located opposite Ueno Matsuzakaya, across from Chuo Street, which is a great location for us, but recently, even calling on the same day, we have been told that they are fully booked more often. It seems that the flow of people in the Ueno-Okachimachi area is fully recovering after Corona. Everyone is hungry for face-to-face interaction. Today, we called in advance to secure a seat, but only counter seats were available, showing how popular it is. So, we took a seat at the counter (right in front of the straw-grilled performance) surrounded by sake bottles. We immediately ordered the must-have bonito straw-grilled and grilled chicken thigh with local chicken. First, because I was thirsty, I started with a highball. For starters, we got a mixed appetizer plate, deep-fried river shrimp and quail egg straw-grilled. The first thing that came out was the appetizer. It includes broccoli, pumpkin, cherry tomatoes, figs, and other vegetables with the restaurant's special meat miso dressing in a bottle. This meat miso is surprisingly delicious, and even after finishing the vegetables, you can enjoy it by itself or spread it on an appetizer. This kind of attention to detail is something that even chain restaurants consider. So, I got some "Sukumo" (sweet potato shochu from Kochi) on the rocks and started with the mixed appetizer plate. It had fresh Shirasu with grated radish, smoked duck breast, seared mentaiko, and quail eggs on top, oops, there's quail egg here too. But this one is smoked. The mentaiko is delicious, but I prefer the Shirasu which has a more subtle taste. For the first drink, it goes well with sake. Sweet potato shochu from Kochi is lighter and less fragrant than the one from Kagoshima, but this "Sukumo" sweet potato shochu has a robust body with a strong impact and is very delicious. Japan is a country of connoisseurs, with high-quality sake, shochu, beer, whiskey, wine, and more. The grilled quail egg is not served fresh but has been grilled and cooled. The surface has the aroma of straw, enhancing the mild flavor of the quail egg and giving it a rich taste, transforming it into a great sake accompaniment. My wife's favorite is not only the bonito straw-grilled but also the deep-fried river shrimp. Kochi is known for its river shrimp, and indeed, you can enjoy large and plump deep-fried shrimp here. River shrimp at a regular izakaya is small and tasteless, but the river shrimp here is something I also love. Ah, the bonito straw-grilled is starting right in front of us. A large and thick piece of ruby-colored bonito is placed on a dedicated grilling table, and the fire is lit under a large amount of straw in the hearth, creating a spectacular flame. You can feel the heat of the blazing straw fire and enjoy the aroma, which is a feast. Finally, the bonito straw-grilled is served, large, thick, and with an excellent aroma. It's a bit challenging to chew at once due to its size. I wonder why raw garlic and salted wasabi go so well together. I'd like to give the inventor of this way of eating a Nobel Prize and three cushions as a prize. The grilled chicken thigh also comes out with a beautiful caramel color. It has a garlic soy sauce flavor. Still, raw garlic is essential, and it's especially delicious when eaten with myoga. If I grilled chicken thigh at home like this, I'm sure the sake would never stop flowing. "Excuse me, can I have another Sukumo on the rocks?" My wife says she's not satisfied with just the bonito straw-grilled, so let's have another one, and while we're at it, let's have some Karayan miso cucumber, leek tofu with nira sauce, and for the sake of health, let's have some seaweed tempura. Since I'm eating raw garlic, eating leeks won't make a difference. Karayan miso cucumber...

I had some business in Ueno's Okachimachi area and was looking for a Japanese lunch. I decided to go to "Warayakiya Ueno Hirokoji," which is located on the street just 50m away from Ueno Hirokoji Kaikan where another Warayakiya is located. I preferred the street-side store for a more relaxed atmosphere. Upon entering, I was seated at the counter. I ordered the "Katsuwo no Tabekurabe Gozen" for 1,500 yen. My seat was right in front of where they grill bonito fish with straw. When they put the straw into what looked like a kettle, flames shot up - it was quite a sight! The chef then grilled the bonito on a skewer over the flames. It was impressive to watch the bonito being grilled right before my eyes, but it was also quite hot! Now, onto the food that was served. Bonito sashimi, bonito tataki, grilled bonito liver, eel, and what I believe was bonito roe. The condiments included myoga, green onion, sliced onion, grated garlic, sliced garlic, ginger, and wasabi. There was soy sauce and salt for dipping. Pickles, rice, and miso soup were also served. The bonito sashimi was tender, while the tataki had a nice smoky flavor from the grilling. Mixing and matching the condiments provided different flavor experiences. Overall, it was a high-quality lunch. Thank you for the meal. Namaste.

I visited for lunch. I had the seared and sashimi comparison set meal. The seared dish was amazing. The salt and wasabi condiment reminded me of the flavors I had in Kochi. The aroma of straw-grilled dish was nostalgic as well. Next time, I want to try the seared dish only set meal.

I arrived at the restaurant one hour before closing time, so I couldn't fully enjoy it, but I would like to visit again when I have more time. Even though it was lunchtime, they served me the dinner menu. I had some drinks, so they brought out an appetizer, which was bonito flakes with chili oil and fresh vegetables on the side. Everything was delicious. The oden was also very good with a strong bonito broth. It was interesting that instead of pink tube-shaped fish cakes and mustard, they served vinegar miso. I wonder if they don't use mustard in oden in Kochi?

I enjoyed delicious local and seafood dishes at Warayakiya Ueno Hirokoji store. Each dish I ordered was carefully prepared down to the smallest detail, and the freshness of the ingredients was outstanding. The seafood dishes, in particular, made me feel like I was tasting the blessings of the sea directly. The atmosphere of the restaurant was calm, allowing me to leisurely enjoy the delicious food. I was also impressed by the polite service of the staff. I would love to revisit if I have the chance in the future. I highly recommend this restaurant to those seeking delicious local and seafood dishes.

I had a great time at this restaurant! It's a place I go to occasionally. The dressing that comes with the vegetables in the first dish is amazing, I recommend all of them! Also, a must-order at this restaurant is the bonito straw-grilled dish! The thick slices paired with yuzu pepper were delicious!

I have been relying on Yoru for about 5 times now, and I became a fan starting from lunch! I always enjoy their straw-grilled bonito as well as other dishes. The course with all-you-can-drink option is the most cost-effective and recommended. Even first-time visitors should be satisfied! This is a popular restaurant, so reservations are necessary!

I will have lunch in Ueno. Today, I decided to try a newly opened hamburger restaurant, but there was a long line. I was worried that I might not be able to return to the office within my lunch break, so I decided to skip it. Instead, I went to a place that I've been curious about but haven't had a chance to visit yet. At 11:42, two colleagues and I entered the restaurant. There were 7 customers already inside and 10 customers waiting. The specialty here seems to be straw-grilled dishes, so we ordered a menu item that includes straw-grilled dishes. The lunch menu includes the following options, with free extra rice: Katsu comparison set - 1,500 yen, Katsu and Shikoku pork stew set - 1,300 yen, Katsu and salmon belly straw-grilled set - 1,100 yen, Chicken Tosa fried set - 1,000 yen, Katsu straw-grilled salt-tataki set - 1,100 yen. In addition to the Katsu and salmon belly straw-grilled set, we ordered a set that includes three small side dishes. We asked for regular rice. Our order arrived in about 10 minutes. We started with the Katsu tataki. Topped with green onions, ginger, and sliced garlic, the aroma of the straw-grilled dish filled the air. The salmon belly had a good amount of fat, with a slight fishy taste, but it was delicious. The Katsu fried chicken had a strong garlic flavor, making it incredibly tasty. I definitely want to eat more Katsu, it was delicious. Thank you for the meal.Visited for lunch on October 28, 2022. Rating: 3.19

On a beautiful sunny Sunday with no plans, my wife and I suddenly decided to go eat bonito tataki! Bonito tataki is my wife's favorite, especially during this season when the bonito is fresh and flavorful. We searched for bonito tataki restaurants in Tokyo and found quite a few options. We decided to try a local one near Ueno Matsuya, called Neboke. The restaurant offered both lunch and dinner menus, as well as the option to enjoy drinks during the day. We ordered a plate of bonito tataki and also tried the Tosa Hachiken chicken grilled over straw. The bonito tataki was thickly sliced and had a wonderful smoky flavor from being seared over straw. It was served with garlic slices, wasabi, and salt. We also enjoyed the Tosa Hachiken chicken, which was tender and slightly sweet. We paired our meal with some shochu and indulged in some fried river shrimp and grilled asparagus as well. Overall, we were very satisfied with the quality and taste of the food. We will definitely be visiting this restaurant more often to enjoy both my wife's favorite bonito and my favorite grilled chicken. And the fact that we can enjoy drinks during the day is a big plus for us. Cheers to more delicious meals at Neboke!

First visit. I used it for a girls' gathering. What we ordered: - Draft beer x2 590 yen - Appetizers x3 500 yen - Assorted plate of deep-fried pork cutlets 2,750 yen - Thickly sliced grilled beef tongue 1,480 yen - Grilled minced chicken meatballs with leeks 780 yen - Deep-fried young chicken in Kochi-style sweet and sour sauce 890 yen - Sauteed pork cutlets with sake lees cream cheese 490 yen - Tempura of green seaweed 690 yen - Oolong highball 490 yen - Green tea highball x9 490 yen - Buntan (citrus fruit) sour 590 yen For the appetizer, we each received a small bottle of original dip with fresh vegetables, and I chose the mayonnaise flavor. It had minced bonito flakes in it, which was quite unique. The pork cutlets were thick and had a great flavor from being grilled with straw. We were recommended to eat them with condiments and salt instead of soy sauce or ponzu, and it was absolutely delicious. We could have refills of condiments, so we enjoyed them to the fullest without hesitation. Last order on Saturday night was at 9 p.m., and the restaurant closed at 10 p.m., so it felt a bit rushed, but we still enjoyed the cuisine from Tosa (Kochi). There were no major negatives, but if I had to mention one, it would be that we were seated in the back, so we couldn't see the performance of grilling with straw, which was a bit disappointing. Thank you for the meal.

I went to "Warayakiya" as recommended by a friend. They highly recommend the bonito tataki, but the real highlight is the sweet potato tempura. It is delicious, with the sweetness of the sweet potato, the batter, and honey all matching perfectly. It's addictive. Of course, the other dishes were also delicious, but the sweet potato tempura was outstanding. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for the meal.

[3.5 rating] Visited at 3.16 pm. The restaurant is located about a 5-minute walk from Ueno Hirokoji. I came for lunch. There were about 20% of customers before me, of all ages and genders. Inside the restaurant, I could see a counter, tables, and tatami seating. Traditional Japanese music was playing. I ordered the pork cutlet and grilled salmon belly set meal for 1100 yen (tax included). My impression was that the service was energetic. The miso soup had a light but flavorful broth. The rice was shiny and slightly firm. There were plenty of small side dishes like tofu, boiled vegetables, and sautéed burdock. The pork cutlet was thick and had a good amount of fat, and the aroma of the grilled salmon belly was also nice. It was interesting to watch the flames rise right in front of the counter. The only downside I thought was that I wished there were a bit more of the main dishes like pork cutlet and grilled salmon belly, as well as the two pieces of fried chicken. While the pork cutlet was good, I found the grilled salmon belly to be too salty, and the fried chicken could have been juicier. However, the energetic service and the quality of the pork cutlet were good, so focusing on that might be a good idea. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant around 13:30. This is my second time having lunch here. Last time, it was in the evening and there were many customers. This time, it's close to the end of lunch service, but there are still many customers. The staff are as energetic and friendly as always. I had the bonito sashimi lunch for 1,100 yen, which was incredibly delicious and great value for money. It's the best! I came all the way from Saitama just to eat this, and I'm satisfied. Thanks to this bonito, I'm even thinking about going to Kochi.