I arrived at the seafood izakaya Rinbi Shinjuku Honten in no time, just a minute's walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station. The building was impressive, with 4 floors from B1F to 4F and a total of 340 seats, including private rooms for 2 people and versatile spaces for various events. I was guided to a cozy private room with a sunken kotatsu table, giving off a tranquil vibe. The special Rinbi course I chose for 5000 yen with all-you-can-drink included was delightful. From premium yuba and uni to succulent toro and fresh seafood, each dish was a delight. The duck and negi skewers, simmered turnips with chicken soboro, and crab and ikura clay pot rice were all luxurious and delicious. The meal was not only delicious but also elegant and enjoyable, making it perfect for gatherings with friends or business meals. I was so impressed that I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.

On Saturday, I went to a restaurant to try the luxurious Rinka course, which includes black wagyu beef, a selection of 5 kinds of sashimi, seasonal tempura, and their famous hot pot rice, all totaling 9 dishes. The course also comes with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option. Honestly, it's quite difficult to find a really good restaurant in Shinjuku, so I didn't have high expectations and just thought it would be an average private room restaurant with a score of 3.3. The entrance was a bit confusing without an elevator, but the staff were kind and helped me find my way. They promptly brought me a hot towel and the service was good, probably because there weren't many customers at the time. As for the course menu, nothing tasted bad, but nothing stood out as exceptionally delicious either. The appetizers were okay, the sashimi was good, the beef dish was cold, the vinegar dish was forgettable, the simmered dish had a strong flavor, the tempura was cold (timing issue perhaps), the rice dish was with firefly squid (didn't notice it), the soup was fine, and the dessert was seasonal fruits. The location is close to the station, with private rooms and a good value for money if you order the course menu with the all-you-can-drink option. However, if you want to have plenty of conversations, ordering individual items might be better as the course dishes come quite quickly.

It was a gathering at a drinking party. We used a private room this time, and it was a place where a large number of people could use it. We visited here for the 4000 yen all-you-can-drink course. The menu included: - Tofu appetizer - Prosciutto salad - Assorted sashimi (5 kinds) - Pork marinated in miso - Deep-fried wheat gluten in sweet miso sauce - Rice with dried small fish Overall, the drink service was a bit slow at first, but when we pointed it out, they started bringing them out promptly. Since it was the cheapest course with all-you-can-drink, the portion size was a bit small. I think the quality of the food was decent. It would have been nice to have one more appetizer or some fried food. If that's difficult, having pickles at the end would be appreciated. Thank you for the meal.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were no people around. Among the restaurants I have visited recently, this one had the best safety measures in place. When I ordered a sashimi platter, they surprised us with a complimentary hand roll set, which was so amazing that my friends and I couldn't help but laugh. The sashimi was thickly sliced, fresh, and incredibly delicious.

The signboard is large and easy to see in a prominent location. It was my first visit. The restaurant has four floors from the basement to the fourth floor!! When I climbed the stairs, someone was there to greet me right away. Inside the restaurant, there was a spacious showcase with fresh fish, and we were led to a private room on the fourth floor. The traditional Japanese-style decor made me forget that I was in Shinjuku, with partitions and a calm tatami room. For the meal that day, I chose the recommended dishes. The menu had been renewed from April 1st, and I was disappointed that a dish I was curious about was not available, but they surprised me by bringing out the "dancing shrimp" that I had been curious about ✨ They put the shrimp to sleep in ice water and alcohol to keep it fresh before eating it in one bite. It was delicious!! It takes some courage as they are still moving. They also brought the fried shrimp heads! - The appetizer was a mozuku seaweed jelly. - Black wagyu beef tataki topped with sea urchin. - Assorted tempura of spring mountain vegetables (lily bulbs, butterbur sprouts, warabi ferns, udo, and taranome). - Grilled salted sea bream. - Assorted sashimi platter with 4 kinds. - Crab and salmon roe clay pot rice. Everything was delicious!! The clay pot was hot with a crispy bottom, making it even more delicious. The seafood aroma was gentle, and the salmon roe added a nice touch to match with the crab. The sea bream was surprisingly large with plenty of fatty meat and a plump texture. Since it's not easy to eat this kind of fish regularly, I would definitely want to come here whenever I crave seafood. The fish is fresh, and you can relax in a private room, so I highly recommend it.

Today, we had a girls' party with two older sisters and one cute girl, totaling four people! Here are the dishes we ate today: - Seasonal assorted sashimi (5 kinds) ¥2530 - Local kinmedai sea bream shabu-shabu ¥1980 - Rolled omelette ¥660 - Mushroom butter soy sauce grilled ¥620 - Black wagyu beef tataki with sea urchin on top ¥980 - 6-piece set of tsukune and imo-buta skewers ¥1680 - Plum crystal ¥620 - Grilled asparagus with egg yolk butter ¥880 - Live large white clam ¥420 One of the older sisters has a shellfish allergy and is not good with seafood... so the stance was that everyone could eat what they liked. The restaurant kindly went out of their way to separate the dishes, showing true kindness. The taste was of course amazing! The staff even warned us that the dish had sea urchin on top. They were really kind! 😄

Visited the seafood izakaya "Rinka" at 4:30pm on a weekday, after seeing their Instagram post on kose_i1218. It was amazing to see that the entire building, except for the first floor, was occupied by Rinka. Even in the 4:30pm on a weekday, the restaurant had quite a few customers. I ordered Takachiyo Momoh Label sake, Menuke sashimi, fresh oysters, grilled Choshi direct delivery Hamaguri, natural blowfish shirako, domestic cod shirako tempura, black wagyu tataki topped with sea urchin, and golden eye snapper kabuto. Started with a glass of Takachiyo Momoh Label sake and then a variety of luxurious seafood dishes were served in front of me. The blowfish shirako was exquisite, and the simmered golden eye snapper was so tender that you could eat everything except the bones. The rich flavor of the fish and the sauce in the simmered dish paired well with both sake and rice. Highly recommend Rinka, the seafood izakaya!

I heard that there is a seafood restaurant in Shinjuku that is loved by many, so I decided to visit. The restaurant is quite large, and you can choose your seating based on the number of people and your relationship with them, which is great. Since there were two of us, we opted for a private room in a Japanese-style setting. The private room was very calming. When we pressed the call button, a staff member came right away and explained the recommended dishes and menu items to us. Before reaching the private room, we encountered several staff members, all of whom were polite and greeted us properly. I was in the mood for seafood, so I ordered the seasonal sashimi platter with five types of fresh fish. It was a generous portion, and the fish was delicious. Despite the appearance, the portion was quite filling, and I was satisfied after just that. The recommended dish of live octopus and fresh new wakame served shabu-shabu style was refreshing, with a nice chewy texture from the octopus and the freshness of the wakame standing out. The luxurious platter of two types of meat sushi and the flavorful grilled new bamboo shoots were also delicious. I'm looking forward to trying some sake next time, along with the recommended squid dish.

I visited my favorite restaurant, Rinbi, and enjoyed my favorite dishes once again! It's my third visit already. I usually choose from the daily recommendations, as the menu is quite extensive and fun to explore. I had the limited quantity Kinmedai Kabuto simmered dish, which was flavorful and the fish was tender, I finished it in no time! The tempura white fish roe was large and creamy inside, truly delicious. The Hamaguri clams were fresh and delivered directly from Choshi, allowing us to savor their rich flavor with each bite. The Wagyu beef tataki topped with fresh sea urchin is my favorite dish that I order every time. When mixed with the Japanese-style sauce below, it creates an elegant and delicious flavor. The foie gras with ponzu sauce was thick and when eaten with grated radish and special ponzu jelly, it was exquisite! For the finale, we had a crab and salmon roe hot pot rice. The rice was infused with a rich broth, making it delicious on its own. The chunks of crab meat were luxurious, and mixing in the salmon roe made it even more delightful! The restaurant was packed and the staff seemed busy, but the service was still excellent. It might be a good idea to make a reservation on weekends. I definitely want to visit again!

The other day, I went to an izakaya with my colleague! There was a live fish tank with a lively swimming squid~＾＾! Today, I will introduce a restaurant where you can eat delicious fish swimming energetically in this live tank! They have dishes like this sashimi platter♪ Located just a 1-minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku Station, we visited this restaurant♪ It's called Rin Ka, a seafood izakaya, and it's located right next to Shinjuku Kabukicho. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by the live tank and fresh fish on display♪ The private rooms are available, and the 4th floor has a slightly high-end atmosphere. Let's head to the peach room! Today, we started with a soft drink toast~◾️ Kaga stick roasted tea 450 yen A fragrant roasted tea. The gentle aroma of the tea is nice! The appetizer was seaweed, long yam, and nameko mushroom vinegar dish A refreshing taste like sunomono, with the crispy texture of the long yam and the chewy texture of the nameko mushrooms. Now, let's talk about the food. Here are the recommended menu items. Oh! "Today is Rin Ka Day on Tuesdays!!" Popular dishes are significantly discounted! What a lucky day we picked to visit♪ Rin Ka also has a sushi menu~ There are plenty of delicious-looking dishes! First, let's start with the specialty dish♪ A sashimi platter was served~ Here are the three types of fish! Saury, flounder, tuna Each slice is thick!! As expected of a seafood izakaya, the sashimi is incredibly delicious~ Especially the saury. It has a good amount of fat like yellowtail, sweet taste, and a refreshing white meat. And here is the flounder! The fluffy texture of the meat is delicious. Of course, all the fish are fresh without any fishy smell, and the firm texture indicates good freshness!◾️ Rin Ka's specialty one fish dish: sardine sashimi 680 yen→420 yen With the sardine, you also get a hand-rolled sushi set♪ This was so delicious for the price!! I wanted to order more＾＾ The sashimi was the fattiest and had a melt-in-your-mouth flavor. Dip it in ginger soy sauce, make a hand roll, and it's so delicious!! Today is Tuesday, so it was a great deal♪ The head part was fried and served as a rice cracker! Crunchy and healthy. Since it originally had a good amount of fat, it was delicious♪◾️ Squid sashimi Thickly sliced squid! Normally, squid sashimi is thinly sliced, but this one is cut into large pieces, which gives a satisfying bite♪ The texture is firm, and the taste is fantastic, with a hint of sweetness. Perhaps the same squid that was swimming in the tank earlier? The freshness directly affects the taste! Next up is the meat.◾️ Charcoal-grilled black wagyu beef 1580 yen Black wagyu beef sprinkled with coarse salt♪ The pink meat looks incredibly delicious＾＾ Dip it in Western-style wasabi! The aroma of wagyu beef and charcoal is delightful~ Juicy fat melts tenderly. The meat is relatively tender, and it's best enjoyed simply with salt. It's delicious♪ Next up is a seasonal menu item.■ Grilled new bamboo shoots with sansho pepper 780 yen It's still early for spring, but here are some bamboo shoots! The roughly cut bamboo shoots have a crispy and delicious texture!! They are sweet and juicy, and when dipped in the tangy sauce, the flavor of the bamboo shoots stands out. The spicy gochujang also pairs well. It was so delicious that I ate every last bit. Finally, another specialty dish?! A hot pot was served~◾️ Live octopus and fresh wakame shabu-shabu 980 yen A set arrived, and the ingredients were served~ Octopus, wakame, and mizuna. First, boil the kombu-infused broth until it boils, then quickly shabu-shabu the octopus~! The octopus has a unique texture, and it's incredibly delicious♪ Dip it in the special ponzu sauce with condiments♪ The firm texture of the tightly pulled meat is superb♪ It's so good♪ Today was a Tuesday, and we got a great deal with excellent cost performance♪ Additionally, we enjoyed a variety of delicious dishes, including sashimi, grilled meat, and hot pot. The quality of the seafood and meat was outstanding, and the seasonal bamboo shoots were a delightful surprise. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and attentive service made the dining experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend visiting Rin Ka for a delicious and satisfying meal in Shinjuku!

I visited a restaurant with my senior late at night. We were looking for a place where we could relax, even though it was late. Despite the late hour, the restaurant was bustling. We ordered a sashimi platter, tempura platter, deep-fried mushrooms with spicy cod roe, butter-grilled mushrooms, etc. They went well with Hoppy. It was a very enjoyable time. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The place is very spacious with comfortable private rooms, conveniently located near the station. The staff are very polite and the food is delicious. With over 300 seats, you can easily get a table anytime. When it comes to Shinjuku, this is the place to go. You can relax in the private rooms.

Good evening! I had dinner at the seafood izakaya "Rinka Shinjuku" tonight. It's a huge restaurant with 380 seats, including private rooms. The place was bustling and popular. I started with a grapefruit sour, freshly squeezed and refreshing. The appetizer of yuba was luxurious. The cream cheese with sake lees was a great snack to go with drinks. The sashimi platter was gorgeous and the tuna was especially fresh. The meat sushi platter with Yamagata beef and horse meat was delicious. The tempura platter with sweet potato, smelt, and two prawns was crispy and tasty, served with dipping sauce and grated daikon. The prawns were juicy and well-fried. I also tried two desserts: homemade rich pudding and a vanilla ice cream daifuku. Both were delicious. The restaurant offers a wide variety of fish from Choshi, and the atmosphere is upscale and comfortable. It's conveniently located near Seibu Shinjuku Station. Check it out!

The dishes are meticulously arranged and look great in photos! They are all delicious and go really well with drinks. The course comes with all-you-can-drink, so it's a great deal to drink a lot. The fish dishes are especially delicious here! They offer options like amberjack shabu-shabu and a boat platter of sashimi, which would be perfect for a big group outing.

I went with my mother! The restaurant had a calm atmosphere with spacious seating arrangements, making it very comfortable. The staff were attentive and noticed our needs quickly. - Complimentary dish (sesame tofu) - Plum wine made with white Kaga - Wenzhou Mikan Sour - Deep-fried whole eggplant with seafood sauce - Sashimi platter with sea urchin and fresh oysters (tuna, amberjack, gurnard) - Grilled large white clam - Shabu-shabu of local golden eye snapper The sashimi platter is a must-try! The thick slices were fresh and delicious. The oysters were also large and tasty. The grilled clam was big and satisfying, and the broth was delicious. The half-cooked golden eye snapper was perfect for the cold season, with a light flavor that made it easy to keep eating. The variety of condiments kept it interesting until the end. The restaurant offers a wide range of Japanese dishes, making it a place you'll want to come back to again and again. Seafood lovers should visit on Tuesdays for the seafood sale, and sake enthusiasts should visit on Mondays for discounted local sake. I highly recommend visiting. The restaurant also has a wide selection of sake and plenty of seating, making it perfect for gatherings and parties.

The shop was located about 5 minutes from the JR station, so the access was good! When I mistakenly went downstairs, I found a large banquet hall that can accommodate about 120 people! It looked impressive! Once inside the restaurant, the friendly staff seated me three times, but I noticed people smoking nearby. I asked if I could be seated in a non-smoking area, and they kindly guided me to a different floor. Thank you for your consideration! Looking at the menu, I was surprised by the variety of seafood dishes. When I asked for recommendations, they suggested a sashimi platter and white fish milt with ponzu sauce. My friend chose the tempura, which they had been wanting to try. The freshness of the sashimi was outstanding! To complement the meal, I also ordered a clay pot rice with sea bream and sea urchin, which was delicious! It's a great way to end the meal with rice! As we left, the staff bid us farewell warmly, making our dining experience enjoyable. ◎

I ordered the seasonal nodoguro sashimi, and it was delicious! It came with miso soup, seaweed, and rice at a reasonable price. I haven't had a good impression of chain izakayas in Shinjuku, but the service here was great and I had a comfortable time. The horse meat was also delicious.

We used this restaurant for a second party after a drinking party. This place is often used when we want to eat seafood or drink Japanese sake. Since we were quite full for the second party, we mainly ordered drinks and decided to share a tempura assortment and a sashimi assortment for food. The sashimi assortment was fresh and delicious without complaint. The tempura is freshly fried and you can dip it in tempura sauce or salt. I had it with salt and it was very delicious. The menu is mainly Japanese cuisine, ranging from classic dishes to creative dishes. The drink selection is extensive, with a decent variety of sake. The prices are a bit on the higher side, but the restaurant has a spacious capacity with private rooms and many open seats, making it suitable for both first and second parties. This time we focused on drinks, but I would like to visit again to focus on the food. Thank you for the meal, we will come again.

* Waiting time * No waiting time for Friday 8:00 pm reservation * Order & Price * 3500 yen all-you-can-drink course * Atmosphere of the restaurant * There are up to 4 floors. The 4th floor is a tatami room, but it was not a sunken kotatsu, so my legs fell asleep. * Service * There is a call button. The response is fast. * Impression * Appetizer (sesame tofu) Ham salad A light and fluffy salad with a good volume. Sashimi assortment There was tuna, yellowtail, and others. They were all delicious with thick slices. Grilled fish was a bit dry. It was just delicious. Fried saury Thick and satisfying, with a good crunch. Clay pot rice It was hot and delicious with just the right amount of flavor. Chocolate mousse It's nice to have dessert included. * Expectations * The taste of everything was decently good. Especially the sashimi was delicious. It was a bit noisy in the tatami room, but we still enjoyed our conversation. There are non-tatami seats as well, so next time I want to drink in a different seat.

Live oyster and sea urchin sashimi platter (¥2980), dancing eating of carabineros shrimp (¥400 per piece), grilled head salted sea bream (¥680), shirako with ponzu sauce (¥1380), live horse mackerel sashimi (¥780), and other dishes like butter sautéed eringi mushrooms and soup with fish head. Everything was fresh and of a decent quality! Personally, I enjoyed the sweet and delicious sea urchin, and the experience of dancing eating the shrimp was quite unique and fun! If I had to nitpick, I wish the portions were a bit more generous for the price.

Tonight, we had a little gathering in Shinjuku! Asuka joined us for the second round due to work commitments! We arrived at the building and were excited to see fresh seafood inside the restaurant! What's the reservation name? Oh, it's in the underground banquet hall! A whole building dedicated to a restaurant in Kabukicho, Shinjuku is quite impressive! I don't usually drink in Shinjuku Kabukicho, so I didn't have high expectations for the 3000 yen second round course. Let's see how it goes! We started with sesame tofu as a complimentary dish, which paired well with bottled beer. The salad was colorful with chrysanthemum flowers and had a unique texture with seaweed and white radish. The sashimi platter included tuna, yellowtail, and red snapper, although it seemed a bit pre-cut. The grilled chicken with cheese sauce was tasty, but despite hearing someone mention uni, it was just cheese. The fried dish had fish paste inside, but my memory is a bit fuzzy. The mixed rice was like someone made onigiri for us. As for the all-you-can-drink beer, it was only bottled for the first round, then served in pitchers. Overall, it was a good experience with a private banquet room and easy access to drinks. Oh, and the ramen at the end? Asuka is on a low-carb diet, so she bid us farewell and didn't partake in that! (laughs)