I had lunch at a hamburger restaurant that is said to exist in Japan. I went during lunchtime on a weekday, but it seemed that they only accepted reservations except for the spot we entered. The place had a somewhat upscale feel, and the hamburgers were a bit on the expensive side.
However, the quality of service, such as providing water and proper paper aprons, as well as the variety of side dishes like miso soup, rice, and salads that came with the hamburger, were worth the price!
[Taste Impressions]
True to its catchphrase “melting hamburger,” the pork hamburger was very tender with a delicate texture. There were three options for dipping: sauce, wasabi, and salt, and I found the wasabi to be the tastiest. The hamburger had a fibrous texture, which a friend found slightly off-putting and left some behind 😅. The garlic rice at the end could be made by ourselves, allowing us to mix in salt or garlic sauce from the table to our liking. That aspect of entertainment was quite fun as well.
[Overall Evaluation]
I am satisfied with the taste and service, but since it is a bit pricey, I wouldn’t want to go every day. The hamburger was a bit unusual rather than the familiar deliciousness I’m used to, so I think I’d be satisfied having it once or twice.
It seems to be a newly opened hamburger steak restaurant. After observing that there were quite a few hungry people around, I decided to give it a try. To summarize my conclusion: I wouldn't really recommend it.
Before entering, we checked the reviews, and there were quite a few negative ones. We considered it carefully but still thought we would give it a shot! Since many reviews mentioned that the signature A5 hamburger steak was too soft and mushy, most of our group chose to order the pork hamburger steak. However, I thought that since it’s the signature dish, I would try the A5 Wagyu hamburger steak.
Once the food arrived, the first thing I noticed was that the white rice was cooked very mushy. I found it puzzling why the rice in Taiwan is often not cooked properly. Moreover, this place claims to serve Japanese Koshihikari rice, but it was so different from what I cook at home, feeling more like the free rice you get at cheap stir-fry places.
Next was the hamburger steak. Although it looked decent on the outside, when I cut it open as per the instructions, it was indeed quite mushy. I flipped each piece to sear them, but halfway through, the heat was gone. I thought, "This is too short; at least the heat should last long enough for five minutes to sear properly!"
After frying for about five minutes, I cut them into smaller pieces. Each piece was still very soft and mushy, though the flavor was nice, with a strong, rich taste of Wagyu beef. However, the texture left a lot to be desired, and I can understand why customers would leave negative reviews.
I overheard customers at the neighboring table expressing similar concerns about the softness—can this really be right? It seems that most diners shared the same doubt, and I really wonder if the original Japanese restaurant serves the same texture. Based on my dining experience at this Taiwanese branch, I believe Wagyu could be enjoyed in a better way. Serving it as a hamburger steak feels like a bit of a waste.
The restaurant has only about 20 seats. There is a basement, but it seems that there are no seats available in the basement. It is really necessary to make a reservation in advance. We came to eat around 5 PM, and the restaurant seems to close at 7 PM, so they don't take customers very early.
The diaphragm steak is very flavorful and tender. The iron plate underneath has alcohol blocks that heat it up really hot, so you need to be careful with the food on the plate. You have to flip it often; otherwise, it will burn directly. Several pieces of my onion were completely black on the back.
The A5 Wagyu hamburger steak should be cooked to 1-3 minutes when served. Following the restaurant's steps to heat it, after cutting it into pieces, it ended up as a lump of round balls. The Wagyu is indeed very soft and difficult to shape into pieces. It has a strong beef flavor and a very soft texture that melts in your mouth, giving relatively less texture.
After tasting the meat, leave a bit of it and then add rice to the iron plate to fry it yourself, creating a layered way to enjoy the meal.
🍚 Restaurant Name: Yamamoto Hamburg Steak
📍 Address: No. 1, Lane 260, Guangfu South Road, Daan District, Taipei City 106
▫️ Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00-20:00
▫️ Service Charge: 10% service charge
▫️ Reservations: Reservations accepted
▪️ Restaurant Environment and Atmosphere:
As soon as you step inside, you notice a strong aroma that isn’t from the food, but rather from the oil smoke!
The restroom is clean, which is one reason I rated the environment higher!
The atmosphere is quite nice; the restaurant plays more popular songs at a moderate volume.
▪️ Ordering and Payment Methods:
📝 You can place your order online using a QR code, and staff will check your order.
💰 Payment can be made in cash or by card.
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🔖 Meal Record:
Classic Double Combo Hamburg Steak (Chicken Steak + Hamburg Steak) $390
Kimchi Cheese Hamburg Steak $360
Black Tea (a la carte) $60
💡 Meal: 3 | Service: 3 | Atmosphere: 3 | Environment: 4
Hidden in the alleys of Shibuya, the location of Wanrou and Rice is not easy to find, so the photos I took were specifically taken outside the door, so that you can compare them when you go there.
This store is very popular, so popular that we can no longer queue on the spot. At 8 o'clock every Friday morning (Taiwan time), you must first go to the official website of the Wanrou and Rice Shibuya store to make a reservation for the next week. So it’s not that easy to get it. You have to make a reservation a week in advance after scheduling your itinerary.
This is my second visit to this restaurant, and the freshly made burgers are sizzling on the charcoal fire. The whole store was filled with smoke, but the store owner was very considerate and placed an isolated space inside the store where you can put your backpack or jacket.
Another feature of this store is that the sauces are very rich. In the photo, there are several small tin boxes. The scallion sauce in the lower left corner is very delicious, but a little spicy. In addition, the rice in this restaurant is also cooked very well. Not only are the grains distinct, but they also have a sticky feeling. It can be said that it complements each other well when paired with hamburger steak. Finally, everyone can have an egg and eat it directly on top of rice or hamburger steak. The taste is also unforgettable.
All in all, this is a highly recommended store, and I will still visit it if I have the opportunity in the future.
I had the monster steak cooked rare.
I thought it would be difficult to eat that much if it was too hard, so I ordered the regular size menu.
It was a comfortable texture and didn't tire my jaw, so next time I'd like to order a larger size.
The sauce was neither too thin nor too strong, so it went well with the rice.
The steak is so filling that even a large portion is not enough!
I felt the quality was high for the price.
So, if I want to eat steak in Gotanda, where the restaurant is located, I will probably come back.
🔱🔱 Wan Rou Rice Shigu Valley Store 🔱🔱
The famous Wanrou and Mi, no one has created a site or written a review, which really surprises me 😂😂
You must now make a reservation online for pork-pulling rice. There is no way to walk in, so please be careful!
The entrance of the store is very inconspicuous and difficult to find, but once you go to the second floor and open it, you will find a whole new world.
What they sell is very simple, just hamburger steaks and rice.
One person will have three hamburger steaks
It is recommended to eat the first piece plain
The second piece is recommended to be eaten with sauce and salt.
The third piece is filled with egg yolk
Freshly minced and freshly grilled are their signatures
The thick steak grilled over charcoal fire is really good.
I particularly like the original flavor. After one bite, the meat juice fills the entire mouth, and the color, flavor and aroma are all~
Add various seasonings to the second piece, it depends on the taste.
For the third piece, I cracked a raw egg so that the yolk stood on the hamburger steak. When I poked it with a chopstick, it overflowed and the burger steak had a unique flavor.
In addition, their rice is also very good, and you can refill it after you finish it.
Because the hamburger steak was so delicious, I ended up adding another piece XD
The largest Wagyu importer in southern Taiwan - Fuke Corridor Supermarket
You can buy world-class high-quality beef at wholesale prices on-site. A corridor space is specially designed for southern folks to experience eating meat on-site.
You can get a Wagyu burger for less than $100! !
The Wagyu burger is relatively refreshing. The meat is very tender and juicy when you bite it. It tastes very satisfying when you eat it. The double-layer meat has a higher CP value.
There is also a steak frying service on site. You don’t have to worry about frying the meat yourself. Just leave it to the professionals. The meat on site can also be packed for free for customers.
Because it is an open kitchen, the smell of cooking fumes will be a bit stronger. I hope the store can strengthen the ventilation in the store. That would be perfect!
I didn't understand before: Why can hamburger steak be a single item? Can the hamburger steak be eaten alone without being sandwiched in the bun? If the hamburger steak was renamed "ground pork steak", would anyone still want to eat it?
I recently watched Joeman's Burger Steak Showdown, and I suddenly wanted to try it. I found this restaurant when passing by Southport, and it seemed to have high reviews.
First of all, you can have unlimited refills of rice and miso soup. The texture of the rice is good, as expected, it is slightly dry to match the fatty hamburger steak, and the soup is slightly salty.
Other side dishes are of a very good standard, especially the corn, white cauliflower, etc. in the hot iron bowl. The grilled taste is excellent, and the pickled cherry tomatoes on the side are also very satisfying.
Speaking of the highlight, the "Beef Hamburg Steak", the meat is tender and not greasy. The surface is slightly charred to increase the taste but not burnt or bitter. It is rich in soy sauce but not too salty. It is of a high level that can be eaten alone.
It's just that the price of such a hamburger steak set meal is not low, so maybe you can try it occasionally!
I’m not going on a staycation this week. I’m in Jiading, which I haven’t been to before.
Staying at the Hyatt, walking around and walking here
I chose this place for dinner.
I have to say I was really shocked when I saw the price. Is it really that cheap? ? ?
I ordered the classic curry set. The open kitchen was very reassuring. I served vegetable salad, dried radish, hot spring eggs, miso soup and a small dessert of oatmeal yogurt, and then the main course and rice.
The side dishes are all exquisite, the beef is neither fat nor thin, nor greasy nor greasy, sour and sweet, and you can finish a bowl of rice in no time. The only flaw is that there is too much salad dressing! ! Boss, do you want to worry about the cost?
