Tokyo Yakiniku Restaurants(56)

Yakiniku 37west NY is a slick speakeasy serving up sizzling steaks from New York to Shinbashi using their own secret technique.

The latest dining concept from the Toraji group, one of the most famous names in wagyu, Ushi Jirushi assigns an expert “master griller” to each table. Diners can relax knowing that each cut, from horumon to harami, will be cooked to perfection.

Want to celebrate a special occasion with yakiniku and your loved ones? Ushihachi Shibuya gives beef lovers a gorgeous view of the Shibuya Scramble Crossing as they tuck into high-quality kuroge wagyu—all without breaking the bank.

Take a front-row seat to indulge in top-notch wagyu beef with all the trimmings. Expert chefs grill up mouthwatering cuts of meat right before your eyes at this cozy and exclusive yakiniku counter in Ebisu.

Celebrate that special day with a special someone at this yakiniku restaurant overlooking Tokyo Bay. Toraji Group’s award-winning beef is served here in thick, satisfying slices, alongside an assortment of seasonal vegetables.

The latest dining concept from the Toraji group, one of the most famous names in wagyu, Ushi Jirushi assigns an expert “master griller” to each table. Diners can relax knowing that each cut, from horumon to harami, will be cooked to perfection.

Visitors to Akihabara may spend most of their budget on computer parts or anime merchandise—but the high “cospa” of this yakiniku specialist means that they’ll still be able to afford a high-quality wagyu beef dinner at the end of the day.

Taking its name from a Japanese saying to make something even better, this Azabu-juban restaurant does exactly that with a French-inspired approach to the simple act of grilling meat.

An upscale yakiniku restaurant in Shinjuku, where all palates are pleased with their diverse course menu.

An upscale yakiniku restaurant where visitors can enjoy a sophisticated experience of this Japanese cuisine.

At this Ginza yakiniku restaurant — the pioneer of dry aging in Japan — top-quality Yonezawa kuroge wagyu black beef is dry aged for at least 30 days for a softer texture and deeper flavor.

This Ebisu yakiniku restaurant’s name literally means “only here”, referring to its claim to serve the “original” wagyu beef — Takenotani-tsuru beef from Okayama — that can only be eaten there.

Taking particular pride in the freshness of the pork offal in their restaurant, this Nishi-Shinjuku motsuyaki restaurant serves up offal sashimi and other hard-to-find meats, like cartilage.

Yakiniku Kokutoan’s sensational quality and affordability made it a social media favorite, but its convenient location and commitment to offering a standout grilling experience have proven its worth and staying power.

Drink, chat, and savor premium yakiniku at this bistro-esque venue close to Shibuya. From craft beer to crafted dining experiences, Yakiniku Hatagaya delivers.

Pork doesn’t get better than the highly-exclusive Iberico de Bellota, which is served up teppanyaki-grilled, hot stone-seared and in hotpot at this Shibuya restaurant. Take your pick from 16 different cuts.

Sunshine City’s premier yakiniku restaurant features thick-cut wagyu beef and seasonal vegetables grilled up in chic private rooms. Discerning yakiniku lovers swear by the Toraji Group’s Kanto-sourced cows.

In true Toraji Group style, every cut of beef at this Ueno Park yakiniku restaurant is gorgeously marbled, and thick-cut for maximum enjoyment of both flavor and texture.

Taking some design cues from traditional American speakeasies, this yakiniku establishment is nothing if not stylish. Ushihachi Shinagawa provides guests with the opportunity to relax and indulge in high-quality yet affordable grilled meat.

The perfect way to end a day at Ueno Park: high-quality wagyu beef at Ushihachi Ueno, which aims to be the most cost-effective yakiniku in the country. “No meat, no life” is written on the wall—and after eating here, you’ll be inclined to agree.

Driven by the concept of discovering the extraordinary in the everyday, The Yakiniku Palace distills yakiniku down to its purest form, letting diners enjoy the communal act of cooking and eating high-quality meats together.

The best of Japanese beef is done differently in this upscale Ginza yakiniku restaurant, run by the former executive chef of the legendary Toraji Group. Each cut of beef is dry-aged to perfection for maximum flavor.

Created by a wholesale wagyu beef company, Yotsuya Ushiko provides the most premium cuts of domestic beef at a competitive price range—making wagyu accessible for the average person’s occasional indulgence.

Premium black wagyu beef is served at this Halal-certified restaurant in Tokyo’s Ueno district.

The price may be prohibitively high for some, but those who can afford it are in for the best grilled beef of their life.

One of the best yakiniku restaurants in the world; just a hop, skip, and jump south of Shibuya.

Just down the road from the main branch, this horumonyaki restaurant is said to draw first-time visitors through the smell of grilling offal alone, and make them repeat customers through its affordable — and delicious — menu.

Probably the best value yakiniku restaurant in Tokyo, just a short trip from Ueno.