Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawacho
If you like yakiniku, you have heard of Yakiniku Like at least once.
Located in the middle of Shibuya Center Street, Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawacho is a popular restaurant where you can stop by on your way home from work or while shopping.
It has attracted attention as a "solo yakiniku restaurant" where each customer can grill at his or her own pace using a roaster, and its appeal is its speedy, reasonable prices and clean space that allows even a single woman to enter without worry.
In this issue, we bring you a real review of our visit on a weekday evening.
Why I chose to go to Shibuya Center Gai for Yakiniku by myself?
On the way home from work that day, I was in the mood for "I want some Halami! I searched for "Yakiniku alone in Shibuya" and found this restaurant.
I visited this restaurant for the first time because it was highly rated by word-of-mouth and looked like a casual place to eat.
It was around 20:00 on a weekday. It seemed to be a popular time of the day, and there was a 10-minute wait.
There were about two groups of customers ahead of us. Surprisingly, there were many couples and friends, and about half of them were solo barbecuers.
There were also many female customers alone, giving the impression that the restaurant was clean and easy to enter.
The age range was mainly from 20s to 40s, with foreign tourists accounting for about half of the customers.
The atmosphere was lively and international, as is typical of Shibuya Center Gai.
Access｜5-minute walk from Shibuya Station, in the central area of Center Gai
Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawa-cho is a five-minute walk from the Hachiko exit of Shibuya Station.
It is located in the Udagawa-cho area, a little further down Center Street, and is surrounded by restaurants such as Gyukaku and Sushi Zammai.
The restaurant's simple black exterior and large, shiny logo make it easy to find, even if it is your first time here.
Despite its location in the middle of the downtown area, the area in front of the restaurant is relatively quiet.
It is an ideal location to stop by for a bite to eat during a shopping break or in the evening.
Enjoy yakiniku without hesitation with one roaster for each person.
The interior of the restaurant is a neat space centered around the counter, and all seats are equipped with a roaster for each person.
There is a partition between the seats next to you, designed to allow you to enjoy yakiniku at your own pace without worrying about your surroundings.
The wooden tables and subdued lighting give the restaurant a clean and comfortable atmosphere.
The restaurant is well ventilated, so there is little smoke, and it is also nice that the smell does not stick to your clothes.
It is a comfortable place for after work or for women eating out alone.
Ordering is completed on a touch panel｜Speedy service is appealing
All seats at Yakiniku Like are equipped with touch panels.
Operation is intuitive, and the screens are available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and other languages.
Due to its location in Shibuya Center Gai, there are many foreign customers, and the restaurant is well prepared for inbound customers.
Water is self-serve, and paper aprons and refills can be ordered with a single touch on the screen.
It takes only about three minutes from the time you order to the time your meat arrives.
This speed is the reason why the restaurant is called the "fast food of yakiniku.
Order the Takumi Karubi & Harami Set (standard portion)
We chose the popular "Takumi Kalbi & Harami Set (medium portion)" for 1,690 yen (tax included).
This set comes with rice, soup, kimchi, and onions, and the price is very reasonable.
The meat is beautiful from the outside and has a perfect balance between the sweetness of the kalbi's fat and the flavor of the harami.
The fat is not cloying, and the more you chew, the more the flavor spreads.
The rice is fluffy and well cooked, and the soup is light and perfect for a chopstick rest.
The overall balance of the dish was well balanced, and the set was highly satisfying even in a short time.
The ability to freely adjust the degree of grilling was enjoyable.
The roaster's heat level can be adjusted at the touch of a button.
It is a fun time to grill to the desired degree while being surrounded by the sound of baking and the fragrant aroma of baking.
There are more than six kinds of sauce, including miso, soy sauce, ponzu, lemon, garlic, and gochujang (red pepper paste).
You can freely change the taste and enjoy it until the end.
The combination of lemon and garlic was especially good with the halami.
Detailed innovations that support the comfort of your dining experience
Hand towels, chopsticks, and toothpicks are neatly stored in drawers on the counter,
The desk is designed to be neat and easy to use.
With everything you need at hand, you can spend a comfortable time alone.
The interior of the restaurant is always clean, giving the impression that the tables are carefully set by the staff.
There is almost no smell of smoke or oil, which explains why there are so many female customers.
Impression of serving speed and customer service
Even during the busiest hours of the day, it takes only 3 minutes from ordering to serving.
The staff was courteous and served us with a smile, even when the restaurant was crowded.
Overall, the turnover is fast and the waiting time is short.
The food is as easy as fast food, yet tastes like a specialty restaurant.
The fact that Yakiniku Like satisfies the three criteria of "fast, inexpensive, and tasty" is the reason for its popularity.
If you want to eat yakiniku in Shibuya Center Street, this is the place to go!
It is easy to come in alone, and there are many female customers.
Fast delivery and high cost performance.
A perfect balance of Harami and Karubi.
There are many kinds of tare sauce, so you can change the taste!
Clean and comfortable with little smoke.
Popular among foreign tourists.
Easy access in the center of Shibuya Center Street
Summary: Recommended for solo yakiniku beginners!
Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawacho is the perfect place for those who want to enjoy yakiniku easily in Shibuya Center Street.
The restaurant is clean and can be used safely by a woman alone.
With an excellent balance of taste, speed, and price, you can enjoy a satisfying yakiniku experience even in a short time.
It is perfect for an evening meal after work or a quick bite on the way to the shops.
We highly recommend this restaurant to those who want to try yakiniku alone in Shibuya, but find it difficult to enter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Is it easy to come to Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawa-cho by myself?
A. It is very easy to come in as all seats are at the counter and there is one roaster for each person.
Q. When are the busiest times?
A. Weekdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. are relatively busy, but the wait time is around 10 minutes due to the fast turnover.
Q. Does it smell?
A. With strong ventilation, odor transfer to clothing is hardly noticeable.
Q. Can I make a reservation?
A. Reservations are not possible. In-person visits are required.
Store Information
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Store Name: Yakiniku Like Shibuya Udagawacho
Address: 1F Shinoda Building, 31-4 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Regular holiday: nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
Phone number: 03-5456-8929
Store URL: https://www.yakiniku-like.com/shop.html#kanto
Tabelog URL: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1303/A130301/13230742/
Number of seats: 29席
Nearest station: Approximately 5 minutes walk from Shibuya Station Hachiko Exit (Shibuya Center Street area)
Opening Date: 2019-01-29
Special Notes: Reservations not accepted, Approximate budget: 1,000-2,000 yen
Weekday Business Hours: 11:00 - 23:00
Holiday Business Hours: 11:00 - 23:00
