Rikyu Sendai Station Store — Restaurant in Sendai

Absolutely well made tongue dishes. The set menus come with rice, beef soup, and seasonal Japanese dessert.

The tongue was utterly out of this world. I’ve never had tongue this thick & tender. It is chewy, but once bitten all the way through, it breaks off right away.

I could appreciate the charcoal that was used to grill the tongues. Even though they’re not overly charred, you could still taste & smell the fragrance & the smokiness coming out of them. Amazing.

All the side dishes were proper & delicious. The mochi (seasonal Japanese sweet) that we got with the set meal was also very nice. Must go in Sendai!

English...

I came to eat dinner on April 18, 2025 at around 18:30. I entered the restaurant first according to the queue. After getting a table, there was another table available. I asked to change seats because it was noisy around, but the restaurant refused. I understand and accept this. But when I was going to order food, the staff went to take the food order of the table that came after me first, including when I called, the staff did not pay attention. Until I had to get up from the table to call. I cannot accept that I came first, called the staff first, but the...

5 stars Authentic Sendai Experience – A Must-Try!

Rikyu is the place to go if you’re visiting Sendai and want to try the local specialty: gyutan. The beef tongue was perfectly grilled—tender, flavorful, and with just the right amount of char. The set came with barley rice, oxtail soup, and pickles, which made the whole meal balanced and satisfying.

The service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere felt cozy yet clean. Even if you're unsure about beef tongue, give it a try here—they know how to do it right. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a true...