Satoburi DA

This small shop in Asagaya is the fourth outlet of the popular Sato Briand yakiniku chain — probably the most highly-regarded name for grilled Japanese beef. Unlike the larger outlets elsewhere in the city, this place only has three tables, meaning a higher level of service and intimacy can be enjoyed. This warm and welcoming atmosphere is represented in the name, with the D and A standing for the names of the owner’s wife and son. The menu is the same at the main branch, meaning an omakase course of mouthwatering high-grade wagyu beef, with priority placed on the premium chateaubriand cut, prepared in a variety of ways, including cutlet sandwiches and steak. Although a meal at any of the chateaubriand specialist shops under the Sato Briand brand is a treat, Satoburi DA offers a much more private and personal experience than its sister can ever hope to match.