01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Set onto the grill and cooked slowly until an aromatic char forms on the surface, the jo tan shio (prime salted beef tongue) stands as Isshin's signature order. Cut generously thick yet yielding with a satisfying, tender crispness to each bite, it releases rich savory juices as you chew. A squeeze of fresh lemon over the balanced seasoning keeps the palate clean, making it a natural choice to begin a meal.
Once you have worked through the grilled cuts, the house abura soba offers a compelling finale. Chewy noodles come coated in an umami-rich tare, lifted by the crisp textures of chopped onion and mizuna greens. Diced chashu made from beef tongue and a deep meat broth flavor round out the bowl, ensuring it stays remarkably easy to finish even after a full yakiniku spread.
The meat selection branches out well beyond the classics. Large cuts of aged ribeye can be lightly seared and swirled through egg and sauce in a sukiyaki style, while slow-cooked beef tongue sashimi offers a silky, delicate texture. Options span elegant lean cuts such as shin-shin, curated Wagyu platters, and piping-hot stone-cooked bibimbap, letting diners craft anything from an indulgent feast to a comforting standard rotation.
On the restaurant's 2nd floor, a kids' playroom sits directly in front of the tatami seating, making it comfortable for families with small children to dine without worry. With banquet courses and all-you-can-drink plans available, it serves just as well for relaxed gatherings of friends as it does for casual family dinners.
