Minato City, Tokyo, Japan｜Kobe beef & Matsuzaka beef “Shabu shabu” Shimbashi syabuki

All you can eat Omi, Matsuzaka and Kobe beef mountain. We made reservations, and that was about the only research we did prior to eating here. Because of that, we didn’t realize we could order more meat through the QR code tucked in a little folder, so we sat waiting for the staff to come by and wasted precious time. Additionally, we also weren’t well versed in checking out all the meat options and thought we had to keep ordering the meat mountain (including one very tough piece of meat that required five minutes of chewing to get down), so getting past that piece was difficult. Some things I really enjoyed about the meal here was the broth. It was surprisingly pleasing and complimented the beef and vegetables well, and I was especially fond of the dipping sauces (they were so good!). The vegetable selection was generous and included a vast selection of mushrooms and other greens. Another pro is this restaurant takes reservations, so be sure to make one if you’re coming in with a large party. Some cons about this restaurant, they accommodated all six of us into one cramped table, and our elbows were constantly bumping into each other. All six of us shared from one pot, which was a bit of a reach for those sitting on the sides. It was also difficult for those on one side to add their desired vegetables as only one vegetable dish came out. Therefore, a bit difficult for those who likes to add certain meat and vegetables as they go (we ended up pouring everything in the pot). Overall, I think this experience did not reach its optimum potential due to the limitations discussed above, however I’d still rate it a 5/5 due to what it could have been had we done our research. I still enjoyed this meal immensely despite some of the shortcomings.

Great atmosphere for Shabu-shabu. Reserved a booth. Presentable selection of Kobe, matsusaka, and Omi cuts in the ¥13000 set, unique types of mushrooms and noodles included. Children under 3 are charged ¥2000 flat.

We went to the Ginza branch first but it was fulled. The staff recommended us to visit this branch instead. We ordered All-you-can-eat 11800yen per person. It was really great! The Matsusaka Loin is so melted 🤤🤍