01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tending to a wire mesh balanced atop a tabletop shichirin charcoal grill is a time-honored pleasure at Shichirin in Tateishi. Meats sliced by hand to order arrive in fine form, earning high marks for richly marbled kalbi and loin, springy salted tongue, and tender liver with a clean, unclouded taste. The welcoming pricing typical of Tokyo's traditional shitamachi makes savoring these satisfying cuts all the more appealing.
Between rounds of sizzling beef, crisp sides bring balance to the table: a refreshing munji salad dressed with gentle acidity, generous helpings of spicy cabbage, and a 4-dish namul assortment. Pouring a cold draft beer, chuhai, or highball while switching between grilled meats and vegetable dishes makes for an easygoing, deeply satisfying meal.
For a filling finish, the rice dishes offer plenty of variety. The spicy grilled onigiri, served 2 to a plate, are best enjoyed by letting them toast slowly over the charcoal mesh without moving them until a deep, fragrant crust develops. Alternatively, you can settle on aromatic kimchi fried rice, or opt for a hot bowl of kalbi kuppa or mustard-spiced karashi kuppa according to your mood.
Daily Lunch Plates with Homestyle Obanzai
During midday hours, the expansive lunchtime plates are well worth a look. Generous selections like the Daily Shichirin Plate and bibimbap set come lined with homestyle obanzai sides, delivering a balanced, home-cooked meal without fuss. Complimentary post-meal tea or coffee rounds out the service, creating a relaxed midday setting for solo diners and small groups alike.
Seating consists mainly of tables and is relatively limited, so booking in advance is wise if you plan on a leisurely yakiniku dinner.
