Food and drinks
- All-you-can-drink available
- Alcohol Served
- Coffee Available
- Hard liquor available
- Beer available
- Wine available
- Small plates restaurant
- Lunch menu available
- Dinner menu available
- Dessert available
01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Step downstairs into the basement along Shinbashi 2-chome, and the clamour of the streets outside gives way to the measured calm of Oku Shinbashiten. Positioned just moments from the station yet shielded from the commuter rush, it offers both private rooms and comfortable open seating, making it equally welcoming for a relaxed solo lunch or an unhurried dinner after work.
Midday dining is anchored by an accessible array of yakiniku sets. Familiar favorites like the domestic beef kalbi lunch and the wagyu kalbi lunch strike a pleasing balance, delivering generous fatty richness without feeling overly heavy. Each set arrives generously appointed with rice, soup, kimchi, salad, and dessert, with free rice refills adding extra appeal. For broader variety, the Oku Gozen gathers three staples—wagyu kalbi, wagyu loin, and salted tongue—onto a single tray, while alternatives like the finely textured wagyu loin lunch cater to individual preferences.
The evening bill leans into the subtleties of Japanese Black beef, particularly Yamagata wagyu. Highlights range from premium salted tongue brightened with fresh Meyer lemon juice to well-balanced special loin, delicate cuts of kainomi flap meat, and richly marbled thick-cut misuji. Those visiting in groups can order shared platters that showcase both plain salt-grilled and tare-glazed preparations, or select multi-course banquet menus enriched with seasonal side dishes.
The accompaniment selection is just as deliberate. Side dishes span freshly tossed salads, house-made kimchi, and namul prepared with domestic vegetables, alongside comfort staples such as the long-simmered, spicy kalbi soup and Morioka cold noodles crafted by Iwate's Todakyu. Drinks cover everything from draft beer and highballs to sake, wine, and tea-infused shochu cocktails, rounding out an adaptable table.
Whether you are seeking a hearty midday grill during the week or lingering over conversation during an evening dinner, this underground retreat delivers reliable cuts with practiced care.
