Nikuya Yokocho Udagawacho — Restaurant in Tokyo

TL;DR - Foreigner-friendly! AYCE Wagyu Beef Course with unlimited drinks - sooo worth it. I was planning to write a review regardless because I really enjoyed myself here, but when the two cute female waitstaff come one after the other while offering you stickers & wagashi to leave a review.. 🥺 I will write one immediately!! 🥰

Walked in around 6pm without a reservation & got seated immediately as a party of 3. Although the wait staff aren't all fluent in English, you can tell they're trying their best - they're very attentive & very sweet. They provide menus & instructions in English, Chinese & Korean for foreigners.

I had the AYCE Wagyu Beef Course (¥7300 per person) & it was so absolutely delicious & incredibly worth it. Initially I was a bit intimidated having to walk up to order the beef separately after the initial platter (I have a bit of social anxiety), but it was actually really easy - you just have to show them your ticket, choose which cut & how much you want. Our personal favourite cut was #9! And my choice of "dipping" sauce was literally just the wasabi at the table. Also just an FYI - you grill the meat yourself~

We also ordered a couple of side dishes too! Nothing too out of this world, but a good way to change up the texture, so you don't get overwhelmed by fattiness of the meat. The Korean lettuce was yummy to wrap the meat in. The assorted namul platter was also really yummy and had nice textures. We had the bibimbap which was also yummy - basically the assorted namul platter with an addition of kimchi over rice! I also order pickled cucumbers, but they didn't turn to be as pickle-y (sour) as I thought it would be; great cronch though.

The unlimited drinks are self-serve from a machine - there's an option to change the language on the top right. You can pay ¥1000 more for unlimited alcohol too. I'm usually a juice/soda girlie, but saw that the #1 staff pick was the unsweetened tea (the only buttons without English name brands) & it was really really good, especially paired with the meat. 😭💕 We were plenty full & satisfied before our 100 minutes was up, but I may have made my party stay longer to drink more tea.. I think I had at least 5 cups of the green tea & 2 cups of the oolong - so refreshing..

No pictures because I literally enjoyed my time here so much that I didn't even think about taking a picture of it while I was eating. I think I'll dream about this experience when I eventually go back home..

Thank you to the staff for being so so wonderful!!...

This was a high disappointment considering I saw this place online and thought this has to be the best yakiniku ever for the price and I was right, the meats and service was great! I couldnt get enough of trying so many different parts of wagyu meat and never thought I'd love the tongue part the best even though it looked really thick, I was afraid it was going to be incredibly chewy but instead it was so tender that I really thought about coming here again later in the week of my visit.

I was going to give this 5 stars without a doubt until I went to the alcohol section. I included the all you can drink course for myself and ran into the whiskey section. I was excited because a lot of these whiskeys were not even available in my country so I tried some. I was caught off guard how it seemed smooth with no alcohol burn after taste. So I thought it was great but still something was off. I went back to try a different kind and saw that the one I had first had built up coloring in the bottle! It was slimy, sludgy, and it made me instantly loose my appetite.

I then wanted to try a different bottle to hopefully save my disgust but that different one was same thing! Color seemed of, some build up came out from the bottle when I poured and it just made me gag once again. I really couldnt eat anymore after that and kept trying to wash down with calpis and beer to get rid of the disgusting taste. I didnt bother trying other whiskeys. I really had to knock off two stars because of this however the food and service was so great. But stick to beer if you want the all you can drink course. Im not even sure if I trust the other spirits that are offered in the drink section. It seriously was a dream seeing those options of drinks before realizing how long they left some...

If you’re in Shibuya and love high-quality beef especially Wagyu, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit! From the moment we walked in, everything felt special.

Atmosphere & Service The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure we understood the system for the all-you-can-eat course. They explained everything clearly, and the service was efficient without ever feeling rushed.

Selection & Quality The meat display alone is a feast for the eyes—beautifully arranged cuts of premium beef, including Kobe beef, marbled to perfection. It feels like walking into a butcher’s showcase dedicated to the very best. We tried a variety of cuts, each one tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. You can really taste the difference in quality compared to a typical yakiniku spot.

Dining Experience The order system was easy: just bring your ticket to the counter and choose what you like. Everything was beautifully presented—our platter even came with decorative touches like a little umbrella and fresh garnish, making the experience feel fun and elevated at the same time. The meat practically melted in our mouths, and grilling it at the table made the whole meal interactive and memorable.

Value For the level of meat you get—especially Kobe beef—the all-you-can-eat course is outstanding value. You really feel like you’re indulging in something luxurious without breaking the bank.

Overall This was one of the best yakiniku experiences I’ve ever had. Between the atmosphere, top-tier quality, and warm service, I can’t recommend this place enough. Perfect for meat lovers, date nights, or just treating yourself to an unforgettable meal in Tokyo.

I’ll definitely be coming back next time...