The Ebisu and Roppongi areas of Tokyo are gourmet hotspots where luxury and the latest trends come together, offering dining experiences that are truly worth trying. This time, we’re introducing three excellent yakiniku restaurants where you can savor top-grade wagyu beef. From exceptional cuisine to the unique ambiance that awaits at each location, you won’t want to miss these spots!
Yakiniku USON
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Located in Ebisu, “Yakiniku USON” is a historic yakiniku restaurant that’s been in business for over 59 years. Specializing in premium black wagyu, they offer a selection of top-ranked A5 wagyu brands, including Matsusaka, Kobe, Sendai, and Yamagata beef. Just a minute’s walk from Ebisu Station, the restaurant has a hidden gem feel and an intimate atmosphere. Complete with private and semi-private rooms, it’s the perfect place for a more personal dining experience.
Inside, the subdued lighting and quiet atmosphere create a sophisticated setting for adults. The restaurant has an impressive wine list, which pairs wonderfully with their famous “Carpaccio-Style Negi Mucin Roast”, a unique and flavorful take on lean meat. Also popular is the “3.5-Centimeter Thick-Cut Tongue”, which is only available by reservation. This thick, juicy cut is carefully grilled, bringing out the full depth of wagyu flavor.
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Private Room Yakiniku Gyuki Ebisu Main Store
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Newly opened in October 2023, “Gyuki” is a yakiniku restaurant in Ebisu that provides a completely private dining experience with individual rooms for each party. Just a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station, the restaurant is ideal for various occasions, from dates and girls’ nights out to business meetings. Open from 5 PM to 4 AM, “Gyuki” is a great late-night spot to get your fill even if you’re stranded after missing the last train.
“Gyuki” features A5-grade wagyu and a variety of cuts, including classic tongue, kalbi, and harami, as well as rare cuts like zabuton, ichibo, and chateaubriand. They also serve creative dishes like yukhoe (Korean-style beef tartare), meat cakes, and a fried filet cutlet sandwich. The VIP and VVIP seating options add to the exclusivity, creating a refined ambiance that makes special evenings truly unforgettable.
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Nikuina
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“Nikuina”, located in a residential area of Roppongi, is a high-end, hidden-style yakiniku restaurant that opened in December 2019. Just a 7-minute walk from Roppongi Station, it has an exclusive atmosphere in a quiet, tucked-away setting. “Nikuina” is known for its “snow room-aged” A5 black wagyu, which is aged for three weeks in natural snow from Niigata, enhancing its umami to a remarkable level.
With only 27 seats, the space inside “Nikuina” feels sophisticated and intimate, and is equipped with smokeless grills to ensure a pleasant dining experience. The popular “Miyabi” course features eleven luxurious dishes, including extravagant delicacies like uni and salmon roe yukhoe and truffle-topped sirloin sukiyaki. Open until 4 AM from Monday through Friday, this is the perfect spot to leisurely enjoy a memorable late-night meal.
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Conclusion
If you’re seeking delicious wagyu yakiniku in Ebisu or Roppongi, be sure to check out “Yakiniku USON”, “Gyuki Ebisu Main Store”, and “Nikuina”. Each restaurant offers carefully curated wagyu and distinctive settings that make for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Whether you’re on a business trip, sightseeing, or just taking a break, treat yourself to a luxurious yakiniku meal at one of these top-tier spots.
