Ginnotō main building — Restaurant in Tokyo

Expensive, even the cheapest menu is over 2,000 yen, but well worth it. They specialize in beef stews, and I tried their beef tongue stew which cost over 3,000 yen for regular size and over 4,000 yen for large. They serve their stews on individual casserole bowls, you'll see the stews still bubbling on the table, be careful if you have a weak tongue. I was expecting a very sweet tomato based stew which is the norm here in Japan. Turns out their stew is more on the salty savory side, I think soy sauce based, but it was only mildly salty (which is surprising since in Japan "the saltier the better" is a common approach) and instead you get a very thick, rich beef flavor from meat and bones. And if that wasn't enough, the beef tongue practically dissolved as you touch it, it was impossible to pick them up with a pair of chopsticks (thank goodness for spoons) and just melts in your mouth, one of the best beef tongue I've ever had. A word of warning, you will get a lot of fat build up in your mouth afterwards, so do find desserts nearby to...

This place is absolutely incredible! It’s the most expensive meal we’ve had in Tokyo so far, costing $47 for two people (¥6,750), but for me, it was totally worth it. I’d return in a heartbeat. The service was exceptional, and the flavors of the dishes were outstanding. My wife wasn’t as thrilled because her beef had some fat, and she prefers leaner cuts, but I think that’s what gives the dish its unique character and essence. Highly recommend this spot for an unforgettable...

It is not as heavy as the photos suggest. I was pleasantly surprised that the tongue stew was actually pretty balanced and not as strong or heavy as I imagined it to be. The tongue itself was amazing, and easily melted in my mouth. Probably the softest tongue I have ever had. There is also some vegetables inside the stew that rounded out the dish.. Unfortunately, the gratin was disappointing and I would not recommend it.. Too creamy and very little shrimp or...