Yakiniku (Japanese barbecue)Arakawananachome Station9 min walk
Shotaien
正泰苑 総本店
A downtown gem where crisp, tender aged beef tongue and signature yaki-suki sizzle over fragrant charcoal grills
- Signature thick-cut aged beef tongue
- Aromatically grilled over charcoal shichirin
- Signature yaki-suki savored with rich egg
- Impressive and satisfying value for money
- Family-friendly and welcomes children
- Reassuring tatami seating (zashiki) for families
- Fully non-smoking for a comfortable visit
Hanging its noren curtain in a residential area of Machiya, Arakawa Ward, Shotaien is the origin of a popular yakiniku group loved across Tokyo. Meats grilled over tabletop charcoal grills are all of outstanding quality; in particular, the thick-cut beef tongue boasting a crisp bite and rich umami, along with succulent harami bursting with hearty juices, captivate diners. The signature yaki-suki, featuring thinly sliced lean beef lightly seared and coated in rich egg or grated yam, as well as ultra-fresh seared liver, are also must-try specialties. Alongside exclusive main-branch offerings like aged tongue and bold meat blocks, the overwhelming value starting from the ¥6,000 budget range garners strong support. The clean interior features both table seating and relaxing tatami seating (zashiki), offering a comfortable setting for meals with close friends or warm family gatherings.
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- Cuisine
- Address
- 8-7-6 Machiya, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0001, Japan
Address in Japanese: 東京都荒川区町屋8-7-6
- Nearest station
- Arakawananachome Station9 min walk (645 m)
- Phone
- 03-3895-2423
- Budget
- Dinner
- ¥6,000–¥7,999
- Reservations
- Reservations accepted
- Payment
- Credit cardAccepted(VISA, JCB, American Express, Diners Club)
- E-moneyNot accepted
- QR code paymentNot accepted
- Seats
- 40 seats
- Table seats
- Tatami room
- Counter seats
- Private room
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- No
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Accessibility
- No
- Power outlets
- No
- Private hire
- Not available
Opening hours
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Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Tatami seating
- Family-friendly
- Non-smoking
- Open late
Map & access
8-7-6 Machiya, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo 116-0001, Japan
Address in Japanese: 東京都荒川区町屋8-7-6
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