I went to this restaurant with a friend. My friend seems to use this place often. The restaurant was almost full, so it's better to make a reservation. The service from the staff was great, and the food was pretty good. I particularly enjoyed the dishes with mackerel. We were already pretty drunk by the third round, so I can't say for sure how the food tasted. Haha! But I feel like the service was really good. I'd like to visit this place again to enjoy the food when I'm more sober next time.

I'm in Tokyo. There's a shop in Ueno-Okachimachi that my friend is interested in. Apparently, they have cheap sake here. So, we came to check it out. It was already our fourth stop of the day and we had been drinking since early afternoon, so we were quite full and a bit tipsy. I couldn't drink much, but when I looked at the menu, I saw a variety of sake, including the famous Akita brand called Shinsei. I thought I couldn't drink anymore, but surprisingly, I was able to. As expected, I can easily drink my favorite sake. However, we couldn't eat much and when it was time to pay, we found out there was a rule that each person had to order a certain number of items. We were a bit worried, but then the staff brought out small bags of Millet biscuits from under the counter and said we could buy those to meet the requirement. It was better than ordering more food that we couldn't eat, so we gladly accepted. It's good to see that they are prepared for situations like this. I had a similar experience at a standing bar in Osaka before, but they didn't have such a solution, and we had to pay extra without getting anything in return. If I have the chance to come back here, I'd like to visit as the first or second stop of the day.

It was good. Anyway, the alcohol is cheap! The grilled food is really delicious! It's been a while since I came to Okachimachi, but for a first time visit, the cost performance is quite good. It was crowded during the year-end party season, but I think it's good that smoking and non-smoking areas are separated.

This is my umpteenth visit. The customer service is always pleasant and the store on the 4th floor of the building is surprisingly clean. (I have this personal belief that cleanliness decreases with the number of floors in the entertainment district). Anyway, the drinks are great. They have Shinsei 6 this time. Yay, yay! As for snacks, besides the usual sashimi, I like the "Negi Yaki Soba". (This is just my personal preference).

It was a budget-friendly bar I tried at one point. There is a 500 yen entrance fee, and each person must order at least two food items, but the drinks are really cheap! For example, a Jim Beam highball was only 78 yen. Food items start from 300 yen, so even if you don't eat much, you can still drink while satisfying your hunger. It seemed like there were mostly male customers. Even though we drank quite a bit, the total bill did not exceed 3000 yen for one person. We only ordered five items for three people, and when we were told at checkout, we were able to purchase a pack of cookies to take home for 300 yen.

I went because I was curious about being able to drink alcohol at cost price. Paid an entrance fee of 500 yen, must order 2 appetizers per person, and can drink at cost price. Started with hot sake because it was cold. The appetizers were not that cheap, so I ended up ordering TKG because I wanted some carbs, but surprisingly it was delicious. The menu had Yamazaki 12 years, so I tried it straight comparing it with Yamazaki. They even had Ichiro's Malt, which was 298 yen cheaper! So I had it straight. You must order appetizers, so it might be tough to go for a second round on a full stomach. Personally, there are quite a variety of drinks and it's a good deal for those who want to drink a lot of good alcohol.

The red snapper sashimi and Dassai sake were delicious. I didn't realize that the sake kasu was salty, so I had to order extra rice. I ordered the grilled yellowtail, but it didn't suit my taste. Menu selection is difficult. The service was good. I will visit again.

I have completely fallen in love with straw-grilled dishes, and it has become a regular thing for me to visit different restaurants during lunchtime. But actually, since December last year, I have been using them at night as well, excluding periods of pandemic prevention measures. The drink options are even more abundant during dinner gatherings, and you can enjoy alcohol at cost price. However, when using it for a drinking party... - An entrance fee of 550 yen including tax per person and - Ordering at least 2 items of food worth 300 yen or more per person is the rule. Every time I go, the drinks I usually order are: - Small beer 159 yen - Glass of white wine 108 yen - Oolong tea 38 yen It's so cheap, it feels like it's free. Some of the straw-grilled dishes I have ordered are: - Caesar salad with straw-grilled chicken 580 yen - Thickly sliced bonito straw-grilled tataki (small) 1,180 yen - Grilled bream 980 yen - Grilled edamame beans 480 yen - Assorted cheese straw-grilled dishes 980 yen - Thickly sliced beef tongue straw-grilled 1,628 yen - Spicy cod roe straw-grilled 767 yen All the straw-grilled dishes are very delicious, but maybe because I eat them more concentratedly during lunch, I can feel the aroma of straw more strongly. A must-try dish that is not available during lunch is the chicken Caesar salad. Also, the cheese dishes are a must-try. There are two types: Camembert and cream cheese. Put them on bread and enjoy them with a glass of wine. Oh, the thickly sliced beef tongue was also delicious. Another dish that cannot be missed from the non-straw-grilled menu is the rolled omelette. It is so fluffy and very delicious. I don't particularly like egg dishes, but I love this one here. For evening drinking parties, I went with 2 people the first time, 4 people the second time, and 3 people the third time. Regardless, the price ranges from 3,000 yen to 3,500 yen per person. Eating and drinking to my heart's content and enjoying the delicious food at this price is the best. On the third visit, we finished with a millet biscuit topped with seasonal sorbet (this time it was strawberry). That was also great. The members I went with all say they want to go again. So, I plan to continue using it at night as well as during the day in the future. Please note that the lunch menu is currently priced without tax included, so please be aware of that.

I came here with friends for drinks. I had the impression that this place was a Japanese sake brewery with original sake at cost price, but it turned out to be a different type of restaurant - a Japanese sake bar. We ordered the "Original Waraya Course - White Belt" for around 3000 yen with a 2-hour all-you-can-drink option. However, when we sat down, the previous customers' plates were still on the table and the service was very slow. It took 2 and a half hours to get all the dishes, and we were rushed to leave before finishing dessert. The food portions were small, and after the party, the men were still hungry. The all-you-can-drink Japanese sake option was limited to only one type, and the drinks overall were weak. The first dish, roasted edamame, smelled burnt instead of having a smoky flavor. The dashi chicken Karaage was juicy and delicious, and the bonito straw-grilled dish was well-cooked and flavorful. The bonito sushi roll and pressed mackerel sushi were also good. Despite the tasty fish dishes, everything else was disappointing. While a large group gathering can be fun with good conversation and drinks, the poor pacing and time management of the service made me decide not to revisit this place.

Grilled yellowtail set meal (small) for 980 yen (tax included) on weekdays for lunch~☆ I'm hooked on the grilled dishes here. I've tried bonito and pork before, so this time, I went for yellowtail! When I arrived in front of the building on the first floor, a staff member must have notified them, because when I took the elevator to the fourth floor, a staff member greeted me at the entrance and led me in. There were only two customers already seated. As soon as I sat down, I verbally ordered a half portion of rice, and the staff member operated the tablet on the table. Then, a glass of water was brought to me, and shortly after, my meal was served. The glossy yellowtail, with plenty of fat, looked delicious with a lemon squeeze, topped with sliced onions, myoga, and scallions. There was salt on the side, but it was just right without it. The fatty and moist yellowtail with the unique flavor of being grilled was incredibly tasty. There were about seven pieces. The slightly burnt parts on the two ends were especially delicious. I was impressed by the bonito during my first visit and enjoyed the pork on my second visit, but the deliciousness of the yellowtail was also shocking. The miso soup was full of ingredients, and the rice was delicious. The pickled Chinese cabbage was also a nice touch. As always, I left very satisfied. It's so delicious here, but I wonder why it's always so empty. Well, with the current situation with the coronavirus, it's great for me as a customer to be able to eat delicious food with peace of mind, but I'm really worried about the situation for the restaurant. I really want them to survive. I'm sorry if my review isn't very helpful, but I really want everyone to try eating here.

Grilled straw pork steak set meal for 980 yen. As far as I know, there are three straw-grilled restaurants in this area, including this one. The first time I tried straw-grilled food was here. I was so impressed by how delicious it was. I also tried the other two restaurants, but this one is definitely the best. The aroma and seasoning are just perfect. Straw-grilled food is really delicious, and it leaves a lasting impression that makes you want to come back for more. This time, I decided to try the pork straw-grilled dish. The pork looked really delicious with a nice aroma. The portion of rice was quite large, even though I asked for less rice. The pork was flavorful and the straw aroma was just right. The restaurant was not crowded, probably due to its location on the 4th floor of a building. The staff were friendly and the seating was spacious. I enjoyed the meal and would recommend this place to others.

I made a mistake by entering a different restaurant after seeing the menu sign of this place on the street the day before. The next day, I visited for revenge. I went straight to the 4th floor without any mistakes. The interior of the restaurant was clean and neat. The seating that caught my eye were all 4-6 person tables with partitions. All the customers at the tables were dining alone. You can place your order using a touch panel. I was able to request a smaller portion of rice directly to the staff. The staff also provided a lot of water, which I appreciated. You can also request refills using the touch panel, which was convenient. The food was served about 5-6 minutes after ordering. The staff wore vinyl gloves and confirmed the amount of rice. Although I thought the rice portion was a bit too much, I didn't ask for a reduction. I topped the bonito with lemon juice, sliced onions, myoga, and green onions. I skipped the sliced garlic because I was at work. I added a little soy sauce and took a bite. The unique straw-grilled aroma came out of my mouth to my nose. It smelled so good. The thickness of the bonito provided a satisfying chewiness. It was really delicious. The miso soup was served at a gentle temperature. There was a large fish bone inside, but the fish flavor was not overpowering, so even those who don't like fishy taste might be okay with it. The background music was playing Southern's songs at a good volume, making my lunchtime enjoyable. There was a touch panel for payment, but it seemed unnecessary. The bill was inclusive of tax, contrary to what was mentioned in a previous review. I was pleasantly surprised. The staff saw me off until the elevator doors closed. When I went down to the first floor, the staff outside greeted me. I told them about my mistake from the day before and how delicious the food was. I will definitely visit again.

A restaurant with an entrance fee of 500 yen (no cover charge) where you can drink alcohol cheaply. The alcohol is surprisingly cheap, so it's irresistible for alcohol lovers, but the food is a bit expensive... I ordered the signature dish, straw-grilled bonito, out of curiosity to see what it was like, and it was so delicious that I ended up ordering the extra-large size without realizing it. I usually prefer soy sauce on bonito, but when I tried it with rock salt, it brought out the sweetness and richness of the fish, so I recommend trying it with rock salt. It was so delicious that I forgot to take a photo of just the straw-grilled bonito. When I ordered sake, the staff engaged me in conversation, but I was a bit shy since I hadn't had any alcohol yet, so I ended up drinking highballs the whole time. The straw-grilled bonito had a unique flavor without any fishy smell, and it was really delicious. The prices for the food are worth it.

I visited the restaurant on a holiday for lunch. The rule of the restaurant is to order at least two food items totaling more than 300 yen. The alcohol is very reasonable, living up to the name of a cost-effective bar. I ordered a highball for 58 yen without tax. It's a bit weak, but considering the price, it's worth it. I ordered namero and ham cutlet for food. The ham cutlet looks like processed meat. The namero has a bit of a strong smell. There are posters of Kochi inside the restaurant, so I ordered bonito sashimi. This also has a strong smell. I ordered Hidakami sake. A cup is in the 300 yen range, so it's very reasonable. If you think of the food as just snacks, you can enjoy various types of sake at a low price.

Ultimate Bluefin Tuna Sashimi Set Meal for 1,078 yen in Ueno for lunch. Today, we are exploring a new place recommended by a colleague. In the evening, they offer alcohol almost at cost, like Super Dry for 149 yen and Highball for 58 yen. We visited with 4 people at 11:40 am. The restaurant has a semi-private setting which is nice for a sense of privacy, but the 4-person table felt a bit cramped. Lunch orders are made using a tablet, but it's unfortunate that there are no images to see how the dishes look. From the menu, it's clear that they specialize in straw-grilled dishes. The lunch menu includes the following options (prices excluding tax): Thick-cut Bluefin Tuna Straw-Grilled Set Meal (Small) 980 yen, (Medium) 1,180 yen, (Large) 1,480 yen, Grilled Yellowtail Set Meal (Small) 980 yen, (Medium) 1,180 yen, Ultimate Bluefin Tuna Sashimi Set Meal 980 yen, Pork Straw-Grilled Steak Set Meal 980 yen, Chicken Karaage Set Meal 780 yen. The difference between small, medium, and large seems to be the number of sashimi slices. I ordered the Ultimate Bluefin Tuna Sashimi Set Meal. It took about 11 minutes for it to be served, which seemed a bit long for a sashimi set. Besides Bluefin Tuna, there were 3 slices each of sea bream and yellowtail, miso soup, pickles, cold tofu, all looking delicious. The rice was a bit moist, cooked to my preference of firmness. The sashimi was tasty, but lacked the inherent flavor of the fish, maybe due to my health condition? The wasabi also didn't have that sharp kick. By the way, the Katsuo straw-grilled dish my colleague ordered looked impressive with a thickness of almost 2cm, but the taste was just okay. Interestingly, we were the only customers in the restaurant throughout. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.Visited for lunch on March 13, 2020.

This restaurant is famous for its straw-grilled dishes. We started with a draft beer as usual! We ordered straw-grilled bonito and yellowtail. They are eaten with lemon and salt. The condiments include green onions, onions, myoga, and garlic. You can choose your favorite condiments to eat with. It's refreshing and delicious. The beef tendon stew had tender meat and great flavor. Drinks like oolong highball and whiskey highball are under 100 yen each. Even if you have 10 drinks, it's still under 1,000 yen! The entrance fee is 500 yen per person, and you need to order 2 dishes per person. The dishes are a bit pricey, but if you drink a lot, it's a good deal. We spent around 12,000 yen for four people that day. It was about 3,000 yen per person, so we could drink cheaply and enjoy it. Thank you for the meal!

After work on Friday, all the popular izakayas were fully booked. While walking, I was approached by a street promoter for this restaurant and decided to give it a try. Located on the 4th floor of a building, it can be hard to find for first-timers, but the fact that you can drink at cost price made it very popular when it first opened, with long lines every day. The competition among izakayas in the area has led to lower prices for alcohol. Inside, the tables are mostly separated to create a semi-private atmosphere, so you can drink without worrying about the people next to you. The staff explained the wide variety and low prices of the drinks, with drinks like shochu highballs for 79 yen being very cheap. There are also many types of sake brands available. Ordering is done through a touch panel system, making it easy. However, I personally only need one beer and one shochu highball, so I didn't see the benefit of the cheap drinks. In terms of food, I think there are fewer options compared to major izakaya chains, and the prices are a bit higher. The food tastes average for an izakaya, but the bonito straw-grilled dish was delicious, as it is directly sourced from Kochi. Today, there were three of us, and the total bill came to around 13,000 yen (including tax). To break it down, the bonito straw-grilled dish was 1,150 yen (excluding tax), the grilled edamame was 480 yen (excluding tax), the rolled omelette was 580 yen (excluding tax), a half bottle of Dassai sake (45%) was 388 yen (excluding tax), and a cassis orange was 79 yen (excluding tax). Overall, the drinks are reasonably priced. If you have a small appetite, you could end up spending quite cheaply. Thank you for the meal.

I heard that there is a izakaya near Okachimachi Ueno where drinks are sold at cost price, so I visited with a friend to catch up. The interior of the restaurant was clean and the staff were friendly and polite. I didn't have high expectations for the food, but the sashimi was fresh and the fried dishes were beautifully cooked and delicious. I thought the prices might be high, but they were actually very reasonable. We had a great time enjoying the delicious food and drinks. I will definitely go back again while keeping an eye on the situation!

The store has been open for about a month and you can drink drinks at cost, but there is a 500 yen charge. There is no appetizer. And there is a system where each person must order two dishes. The sashimi is so-so, but the fried food is quite good. The sake is good and you can drink a decent amount for around 300 yen, equivalent to a regular serving. The drinks are great with no complaints. The food is decent, but slightly on the expensive side. I ended up ordering too much and ended up spending 5000 yen alone, but if you manage it well, it can be a cheap place to drink.

In recent years, there has been a trend of izakayas offering alcohol at cost price. This is great news for those who just want to drink, as it's very budget-friendly. Even though it's cost price, with a liquor license, the profit margin is still around 30%. It's definitely a better deal than going to a place that marks up their prices significantly. The restaurant I visited only had table seating, and it felt quite cramped inside. I went for lunch and ordered the bonito straw-grilled thick-cut set meal for 980 yen. The freshness was a bit lacking, and you couldn't get seconds on rice, so I didn't feel very satisfied. With tax, the total came to 1,058 yen, so be prepared to pay the extra 58 yen if you pay with a 1,000 yen bill. Overall, it's a decent spot for a meal, but if you're aiming for a budget lunch, it might be better to keep it under 1,000 yen. There were even customers already drinking during lunchtime.