It was a perfect restaurant for students, with a focus on meat-centered, reasonably priced set meals. It has been a popular restaurant for a long time, and we were able to enjoy the taste and volume as promised. There are only about 10 four-person table seats, and reservations are available at night.

Serving charred hamburgers without realizing, only offering a refund when pointed out after the meal with a somewhat defensive attitude (I declined as I had already eaten the edible parts). If they had noticed, a simple apology or acknowledgment would have made a big difference in my impression, but unfortunately, that was not the case.

I had the Chicken Sesame Sauce (nicknamed Chigoma) for 850 yen, and it was delicious. It was my first visit in 10 years since coming with my family. This restaurant was a favorite during my student days. Back then, I used to eat the Chicken Sesame Sauce Hamburger (Chigoma Burger) often. But now, just the Chicken Sesame Sauce is enough for me at this age. The sauce, slightly sweet, brought back nostalgic flavors. It was really tasty. Thank you for the meal.

The response from the unique part-time worker was that he couldn't recommend a fun restaurant because he can't eat wasabi. The wasabi steak bowl is cheap and has a simple taste, but it feels like it could use a little more flavor.

The day before yesterday, I went to a restaurant called "Pig" in front of the University of Tokyo for dinner (photo 1). I had been wanting to visit this restaurant for a while, and finally got the chance. The menu in front of the restaurant (photo 2) helped me decide on ordering the "Angus steak (¥1,000)". I arrived at 6 pm when the restaurant opened, and I was the first customer. I was told to sit wherever I liked, so I chose a 4-person table in the middle of the restaurant. Soon after ordering, a salad was served, followed by the main dish in about 4 minutes (photo 3). The food came surprisingly fast. The Angus steak was just as I expected, with lean meat which I, a person who dislikes fatty meat, was very happy about. In addition to the salad, the plate also had cabbage, corn, and bean sprouts, which was a nice touch for a vegetable lover like me. The staff at the restaurant were all male, while the chef seemed to be a woman, which was quite unusual. The service was excellent, with polite and respectful communication. The price of ¥1,000 including tax felt like a good deal, considering the miso soup and salad included in the set. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Just a little past the Akamon (Red Gate) on Hongo Street, there is a narrow alley known as "Rakudai Yokocho." The alley is now quite deserted, with most of the shops closed down and the signboard that used to read "Rakudai Yokocho Street" has been removed. However, there are still a few shops open in the alley. One particular shop stands out with a large yellow sign that reads "Steak and Hamburger Restaurant." Inside the restaurant, there are various menu items listed, making it difficult to choose. The atmosphere is nostalgic, with a dimly lit interior and the smell of cooking meat filling the air. After some deliberation, I decided to try the Premium Beef Sirloin, which was reasonably priced. The steak arrived on a hot plate with some sides, and while the portion was generous, the meat was a bit too fatty for my liking. Overall, the meal was satisfying, and the cost performance was excellent.

Solo Lunch This restaurant was recommended by a colleague, just like the one from the other day. This time, it's a steak and hamburger restaurant located a little off the main street near the Akamon gate of the University of Tokyo. Nowadays, when I think of having steak at a reasonable price, the first place that comes to mind is "Ikinari Steak," but this restaurant, despite being an old establishment, offers prices even cheaper than that. The interior of the restaurant has an old-fashioned feel, with slightly dim lighting. The menu is also displayed on the walls, and the prices are quite reasonable. Today, I ordered the recommended Pigos Special, which is a 150g Sirloin Steak for 980 yen. I was excited to see what kind of steak would be served, and when it arrived, it looked quite decent. The steak was served on a hot plate, topped with sliced lemon, butter, and shredded carrots. The side dishes included spaghetti and boiled cabbage. The sauce was served in a separate container. In addition, the meal came with salad, miso soup, and rice, which was quite impressive. The taste of the meat was also okay, clearly a good quality sirloin steak. I'm glad I was recommended this restaurant. Next time, I'll try the hamburger. Thank you for the meal.

This is an old-established teppanyaki restaurant. Located in a student area, the prices are very reasonable. The restaurant is spacious, but they have reduced the number of seats for COVID-19 measures. They offer good value for the quality of meat they serve. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Near the University of Tokyo, there is a restaurant that has been around for a while. At first, I thought it was a cafe, but when I went to see it up close, I saw that it was a teppanyaki restaurant specializing in steak hamburgers. The exterior has signs and posters that resemble a school cafeteria menu, making it easy to understand the prices and offerings. However, there is a slight sense of being a student hangout or an old establishment, and I was unsure if it was okay for a woman to enter. Feeling a bit nervous, I entered the restaurant. Inside, it was surprisingly spacious with a ski lodge-like ambiance. There were tatami rooms in the back, giving it a cozy and welcoming feel. The menu was displayed everywhere, making it hard to choose. The portions were generous, and most items were priced at 1000 yen or less, which was impressive. My colleague ordered the shoulder loin steak, while I opted for the sirloin steak. In addition to steak, they also offered hamburgers, omurice, pork shabu-shabu, and more, all priced at around 1000 yen. The restaurant seemed to attract not only university students but also older male customers. The service was efficient, and the staff seemed to run the place with a unique sense of urgency. Although the tables were a bit cramped, the experience was enjoyable. The steaks were substantial, and the cabbage and pasta on the side were a nice touch. However, the sauce was lacking in flavor, being mostly soy sauce-based. It would be great if they offered a variety of sauces or added more sweetness to it. Despite this, the quality of the meat for the price was commendable. Overall, with some improvements to the sauce, I would definitely consider returning to this restaurant.

Sliced Wasabi Sirloin Steak Bowl 150g for 950 yen, with salad included.

Friday night steak with 100 yen off is great!

Teriyaki steak bowl for 1300 yen.

Cheap and delicious

I have been to this restaurant twice. The first time, the manager asked us to leave because the restaurant was full. It was good for the waiting customers, but I thought it was not right to ask the customers already inside to leave. I went to the same restaurant for the second time. My friend was still eating, but the staff took away the food. When I finished eating, the staff immediately asked us to leave even though there were not many customers inside and there was still an hour until closing time. It seems like this restaurant is only focused on making money and doesn't care about repeat customers.