Bistro Fukumimi Ginza COREDO Shop — Restaurant in Tokyo

We trusted our hotel’s recommendation and ended up at Bistro Fukumimi Ginza COREDO (串焼BISTRO 福みみ 銀座コリドー店), hoping for a good yakitori dinner. Unfortunately, it turned out to be the worst meal of our trip — bland, underwhelming, and possibly even made us feel a bit unwell afterward.

At first glance, it seems like a lively spot. But dig a little deeper and you’ll notice the signs: generic ambiance, chain-restaurant vibes, and a menu that feels more catered to passing tourists than to people genuinely looking for a Japanese food experience. In other words… yes, it’s a tourist trap.

If you're in Tokyo and craving authentic yakitori, skip this place and head to Memory Lane (Omoide Yokocho) in Shinjuku instead. Be brave, soak in the smoky alley atmosphere, and taste something real. Just don’t waste your appetite at...

We had been turned away from several spots for dinner. It could have been the time of night or the way we were dressed (which was sharp, yet casual). When we searched for a spot open late night - we found Fukumiki. We walked down the stairs to what admittedly is a somewhat touristy restaurant, to the most welcoming host. We somehow knew we were in the right place! The yakatori we ate (chicken & pork belly) were so fresh & delicious. The sake was cold & complimented the food perfectly. If you happen to walk by Fukumimi - you must stop & go on in! We love food. Good food & good wine - we had been in the hunt for an omakase + pairings - I am so happy that did not happen. We had such a fun experience & will look forward to going back again...

Called the number and confirmed the name of the establishment as on the internet it said that they had set menus that catered to our dietary restrictions. Was confirmed by the staff the the establishment still offers said set menus.

So we took a trip 40 minutes across the city with our baby in the rain. When we arrived they told us that the establishment has been rebranded and they no longer catered to any dietary restrictions

They knew us by name when we asked for the set menu, yet the staff member decided to play the oblivious card and said we never asked about dietary restrictions when we called.

Not sure why we could not have been told the truth over the phone seems like a classic bait and switch tactic pretty disappointed...