Uokin Shibuya-Sanchome — Restaurant in Tokyo

Popped by this izakaya when a redditor recommended this restaurant chain for its fresh sashimi. Unfortunately they were not catered for foreigners as no english menu and the japanese menu had a font type that made google translation challenging.

Nonetheless we trudged on to try as a middle-aged host was welcoming despite the language barrier. It was early so we were the only customers then. With all the gesturing and photos-showing, we managed to order some great tasting food.

First off, there was ~500 yen “cover charge” in the form of appetiser - oden at the time of our visit. Sashimi was omakase-style (their choice) but fresh and really reasonably priced (in fact we were still wondering if they charged us lower erroneously).

In summary, food was good quality for the price. Reservations are recommended and perhaps going with a japanese speaking person would enhance the...

Uokin Shibuya was a solid dining experience, though not as memorable as some of the other meals we had in Tokyo. The food was good, and the service was efficient, which we appreciated, especially since we were served in English. Its location was incredibly convenient, being close to our hotel, making it an easy choice for dinner. While it may not have stood out among Tokyo’s culinary gems, it was a pleasant and reliable option for a...

Like all the restaurants in this chain, I always find the quality of the food, the selection, and the value for money to be excellent. However, I was surprised by the level of service at this particular branch. It definitely seemed to be in line with the "Shibuya youth" image. The lack of attention and a certain "couldn't care less" attitude was a rather rare experience for me. The head chef, on the other hand, was...