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Unatatsu
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Japanese: Eel
Unatatsu Description
Unatatsu is a charming restaurant located in the bustling neighborhood of Ikebukuro in Tokyo. Specializing in the art of eel cuisine, Unatatsu offers a unique dining experience that sets it apart from other establishments in the area. The restaurant's interior is tastefully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy their meal.
The menu at Unatatsu features a variety of delectable eel dishes, each prepared with precision and expertise. One of their standout dishes is the Unaju, a traditional Japanese dish consisting of grilled eel served over a bed of rice. The eel is perfectly cooked, tender and flavorful, and pairs beautifully with the fluffy rice. Another must-try dish is the Hitsumabushi, where the grilled eel is served in three different ways - enjoy it on its own, with rice, or in a flavorful broth.
What truly sets Unatatsu apart is their commitment to using only the highest quality ingredients. The eel is sourced fresh from local suppliers, ensuring that each dish is of the utmost quality. The skilled chefs at Unatatsu take great pride in their craft, and their dedication to creating exceptional eel dishes is evident in every bite.
Whether you're a fan of eel or looking to try something new, Unatatsu is the perfect destination for a memorable dining experience. With its cozy ambiance, attentive service, and mouthwatering eel dishes, this restaurant is a true gem in the heart of Tokyo.
The menu at Unatatsu features a variety of delectable eel dishes, each prepared with precision and expertise. One of their standout dishes is the Unaju, a traditional Japanese dish consisting of grilled eel served over a bed of rice. The eel is perfectly cooked, tender and flavorful, and pairs beautifully with the fluffy rice. Another must-try dish is the Hitsumabushi, where the grilled eel is served in three different ways - enjoy it on its own, with rice, or in a flavorful broth.
What truly sets Unatatsu apart is their commitment to using only the highest quality ingredients. The eel is sourced fresh from local suppliers, ensuring that each dish is of the utmost quality. The skilled chefs at Unatatsu take great pride in their craft, and their dedication to creating exceptional eel dishes is evident in every bite.
Whether you're a fan of eel or looking to try something new, Unatatsu is the perfect destination for a memorable dining experience. With its cozy ambiance, attentive service, and mouthwatering eel dishes, this restaurant is a true gem in the heart of Tokyo.
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Unatatsu Overview
Nearby Stations
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Ikebukuro Station
Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line
Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line
JR East Saikyo Line
Seibu Railway Seibu Ikebukuro Line
Tobu Railway Tobu Tojo Line
JR East Yamanote Line
Tokyo Metro Yurakucho LineOperating Hours
Sun: Closed
Mon: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Tue: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Wed: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Thur: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Fri: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Sat: 5:00PM-9:30PM
Mon: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Tue: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Wed: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Thur: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Fri: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 5:00PM-9:30PM
Sat: 5:00PM-9:30PM
Payment Methods
Cash
Restaurant Features
Take-out Available
Reservations Accepted
Non-smoking
Sake Selection
Unatatsu Reviews
Unatatsu Google Average Rating
4
4
Google
You can enjoy unagi (eel) in casual style with skewers like yakitori. They have Unajuu with kabayaki as well although number is limited.
Price is reasonable, staff is friendly and people are all in good vibes.
As it is located at the basement floor of an old building, may be a bit difficult to be found at the first time.
Price is reasonable, staff is friendly and people are all in good vibes.
As it is located at the basement floor of an old building, may be a bit difficult to be found at the first time.
4
Google
An eel restaurant near Sunshine in Ikebukuro.
This was the second bar in Ikebukuro that day, and I had always wanted to come here.
When you go down the stairs, there is a fairly spacious space. Counter seats are available for small groups, and tatami rooms are available for large groups. Since there were 4 of us, we went to the tatami room.
As we were a group of 4, we were talking about whether it would be better to order by the bottle, and the hostess recommended the Kinmiya bottle. It's cheap per bottle, and if you keep the bottle and drink 5 bottles, the 6th bottle will be free.
So I ordered a bottle of Kinmiya and toasted with black hoppy!
It was said that the skewers were the last order, so we ordered everything and everyone ate as they saw fit! I'm grateful to be able to get eel skewers at this price...
I left the Kinmiya bottle to another group that came later and moved on. (Apparently it went up to the third one...lol)
This was the second bar in Ikebukuro that day, and I had always wanted to come here.
When you go down the stairs, there is a fairly spacious space. Counter seats are available for small groups, and tatami rooms are available for large groups. Since there were 4 of us, we went to the tatami room.
As we were a group of 4, we were talking about whether it would be better to order by the bottle, and the hostess recommended the Kinmiya bottle. It's cheap per bottle, and if you keep the bottle and drink 5 bottles, the 6th bottle will be free.
So I ordered a bottle of Kinmiya and toasted with black hoppy!
It was said that the skewers were the last order, so we ordered everything and everyone ate as they saw fit! I'm grateful to be able to get eel skewers at this price...
I left the Kinmiya bottle to another group that came later and moved on. (Apparently it went up to the third one...lol)
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