All reviews of category "Gyutan (Beef tongue)"

Although I've eaten there quite a few times, every time I go to Japan, I still make sure to dine at Rikyu for grilled beef tongue. You can really enjoy the smoky flavor from the grilling without worrying about the smell of grilled meat all over you. The beef tongue itself is still bouncy and chewy, and when paired with yam puree, it tastes even fresher.

Speaking of freshness, I have to mention the clear beef soup that comes with the meal. It looks like a typical company soup, but how can it taste this good?!

Then there’s the Miyagi-style miso with taro stew. I really want to know what that taro is made of; the moment you bite into it, you can instantly feel its bounciness! Unlike Taiwanese taro, which breaks apart easily when bitten, this is so delicious—what does it even mean!!!

❤️ Summary: No matter how many times I eat there, if someone invites me again, I'll definitely say yes to this kind of restaurant.

Braces Person Review: There is a restroom

This is the Osaka main store of Shinjuku Yakiniku Gyutan no Lemon, where I made a reservation online before coming to Japan to avoid the hassle of waiting in line. It specializes in thick-cut beef tongue and A5 wagyu, and I ordered three sets this time:

• Signature "Kiwami" thick-cut grilled beef tongue and rice cooked in a hagama pot set (3,280 yen)
• 'Kiwami' thick-cut grilled beef tongue and A5 Wagyu Zabuton tataki-style SUKIYAKI set (4,980 yen)
• Thick-cut beef tongue and rice cooked in a hagama pot set (2,500 yen)
  Total: 10,760 yen.

The beef tongue was incredibly delicious; it is the best I have ever had. The thick-cut beef tongue is not only large and tender but also very juicy, with a smoky grilled aroma. The A5 wagyu's sukiyaki flavor is also quite good, rich in fat. The rice is cooked in a hagama pot, each grain distinct, and you can have a second helping. The other side dishes were also of high quality. Overall, the thickness and texture of the beef tongue are worth a try; the price is on the higher side, but it is quite worth it.

When you come to Japan, you have to eat here. Personally, I prefer Negishi over Rikyu~~
Negishi has a lot of different parts of beef tongue, and if it's your first time, I recommend trying the beef tongue three-part set to see which parts you like!

✅ The akatan (red tongue) is chewier, while the shirotan (white tongue) is softer and more tender.

My personal favorite is the thick-cut shirotan. It has thickness but is not hard to chew; it's soft and bouncy at the same time, making it my favorite dish! If you prefer thinly sliced, they also have thin-cut options for shirotan~

Negishi has quite a few branches in Tokyo. I usually go there when I first arrive in Japan or before I leave~ Oh, and they serve grated yam (which is a win), while Rikyu requires you to order it separately.

Although it’s a beef tongue restaurant, they also offer set meals with options other than beef tongue! They serve chicken and pork too, so even if you don’t eat beef, you can still enjoy it here!