I visited Aldebaran in Minato-ku, Tokyo. I love hamburgers but don't usually go to specialty burger restaurants... However, if you're in Tokyo, there's a place you must visit, and that's the restaurant I'm reviewing today, Aldebaran. Located on the 3rd floor of a building in Azabu-Juban, it's easy to miss without any prominent signage. The entrance is surprisingly chic and stylish, not what you'd expect from a burger joint. I decided on the Zucchi-na burger (¥2700 excluding tax), which is loaded with cheese. The patty is made from 100% Japanese black beef, incredibly juicy and flavorful. The buns are crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, complemented by lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, and a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. The restaurant operates almost entirely on reservations, with a strict policy against late arrivals. Despite the high expectations, the burger at Aldebaran truly exceeded them all. It's a unique and exceptional experience that I highly recommend.

Aldebaran used to be a burger joint where you had to wait in line for 2 to 3 hours. It was hard to visit such a place, but now that it has moved to Azabu and requires reservations, you have to go with zero waiting time. The burgers, served with freshly fried potatoes, are truly delicious. If there's no waiting time, there's nothing to complain about. Ainosuke's rating scale: 5 - Excellent, 4 - Definitely recommendable, 3 - A place you'd want to visit repeatedly, 2 - Not a top recommendation but still tasty, 1 - Not so great, 0 - Never going back.

The photo doesn't show it, but the potatoes were incredibly delicious. I ordered the avocado, but the classic Aldebaran might still be the best. (I tried some from the person I went with.) The burger was especially memorable with its crispy bun.

I visited after seeing it on TV, where Terumon Jimon had visited. I tried the Real Baram Burger. Evaluation: Buns 4.5 - The buns were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The sauce soaked into the buns without making them soggy, making it enjoyable to eat. Patty 2.0 - The patty was thick and had a meaty texture, but the flavor was overpowered by the sauce, lacking in meaty taste. It would be better to reduce the amount of sauce, or slightly reduce the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce, or add a bit more salt. Sauce 3.8 - The sauce had a good sweetness and a teriyaki flavor. However, the teriyaki flavor tended to make it taste a bit childish, so adding a more mature flavor like truffle oil would make it even better.

I visited the restaurant after seeing it on TV. You need to make a reservation in 15-minute increments to get a freshly made burger. It's good, but having only phone reservations seems a bit inconvenient for both customers and the restaurant. I ordered the classic burger with an additional topping. I wanted to try the extra cheese they showed on TV, but it seems they only have zucchini, which was disappointing. The menu is a bit confusing. The burger's buns are delicious, crispy and fluffy. The patty is juicy and tender. While the quality of each component is important for a burger, I believe overall balance is crucial, and this burger has a great balance. For me, the best burger is Captain Kangaroo in Okinawa, but this one seems more on the trendy side. It all comes down to personal preference.

I visited after making a reservation. When making a reservation, it seems like you also need to mention the burger! [Ordered items] ・Real Balan Burger ・Iced Coffee Anyway!! The burger is really delicious!! The sauce is like nothing I've ever tasted in a regular burger, it's kind of junky but incredibly delicious, truly the best sauce. The buns seemed to be baked soft buns, firm but juicy and a type I've never had before. The patty was also delicious, of course! The fries were crispy and tasty. It was definitely a recommended burger!!

I wanted to try this restaurant. I was worried about getting a reservation over the phone, but it was easy to get one! However, the downside is that you have to decide on the menu when making a reservation. I had the Real Balance burger and my friend had the Zucchi burger. We also ordered onion rings and cheese potato mochi as sides when making the reservation. The items we ordered came one by one after we were seated. The coleslaw and potatoes came with the burger set. The cheese potato mochi was hot and gooey, so delicious... We shared the large size onion rings and couldn't help but order more. The French fries come in two types, thin cut and thick cut, which shows attention to detail. Now, onto the main event, the burger - the buns were toasted and crispy, and the patty was juicy and flavorful! Delicious! Even though it was described as teriyaki sauce, it didn't taste too sweet or savory. The Zucchi burger my friend had also looked delicious. I might try that next time.

Since moving to Azabu-Juban, it was my first time visiting. Reservations are taken in 15-minute intervals. Depending on the crowd, they were flexible when I informed them I could arrive early. I had the Real Bamba Burger. The teriyaki sauce was incredibly delicious. The set of fries was tasty with irregular thickness. It might be one of the top contenders among burger joints. I'm very curious about the other menu items.

Visited on a weekday evening with a reservation. The location of the restaurant was a bit hard to find, as it was on the 3rd floor of the building. I was the only one there, probably because it was early. I ordered the Real Balan burger when making a reservation over the phone. The patty had a chewy texture with visible grains, and the combination of teriyaki sauce, sweet onions, melted cheese, and runny egg was fantastic. The buns were crispy on the outside and fragrant, very delicious.

The buns are fluffy! Crispy!! Moist!!! The patty is crispy! Juicy❗️ The sauce is a rich teriyaki + caramelized onion sweetness and umami harmony with a hint of cheese's richness and slight acidity? Anyway, it's an amazing burger! The star-shaped plate is cute. The coffee is probably Nespresso?! The coleslaw side dish was also delicious! Maybe it was French dressing? I liked the flavor. The fries included thin and thick ones. I had a reservation for 10:45, arrived at 10:30, but they let me in! Appreciated. It's been a year since I had a real burger. Maybe because of my age, eating one was too much. Next time, I'll share a different flavor with someone.

I made a reservation by phone about an hour before visiting on the same day. It was around 14:30 on a weekday, so it seems easy to make a reservation at this time on weekdays. There were also walk-in tourists from Europe and the US, but I think it's better to make a reservation. Also, you need to decide on a hamburger when making a reservation, so it's a good idea to check the menu in advance. It's a one-drink system, and you order drinks when you arrive. "Zucchy-na" (2,970 yen) is a hamburger with plenty of cheese and BBQ sauce. "Potatoes" and "coleslaw salad" come as defaults. This hamburger offers four types of cheese. The first blend includes cheddar, white cheddar, and havarti, creating a rich cheese flavor. About halfway through eating, the staff adds a hot and gooey cheese blend of mozzarella to the three types of cheese as an additional topping. It was my first experience of having extra cheese on a hamburger. It's delicious and entertaining, especially for cheese lovers. The soft and crispy toasted buns, the hearty patty, and the veggies like lettuce, onion, and relish all play their part well. It was a perfect hamburger. While the price may seem a bit high for a hamburger, considering it as a single dish, it's somewhat reasonable. Next time, I might try the "Real Balance" or "Adult Real" with teriyaki sauce, although "Zucchy-na" is hard to resist. [Instagram] https://www.instagram.com/p/CwXJrQASQDN/

Visited on August 23, 2023, located a 3-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station. Reservation available, walk-ins also accepted. Party of 2, total cost 3150 yen per person. Ordered coleslaw, potato, onion rings, S Real Balan special dish (compliments of the chef), and cola. This burger joint in Azabu-Juban is located on the 3rd floor of the Sanki Building. The owner, Mr. Kaya, originally from R-S in Matsudo, Chiba Prefecture, opened Aldebaran in Roppongi on June 1, 2018. Closed in Roppongi on September 11, 2022, and reopened in Azabu-Juban on November 8, 2022. Closed on Mondays, open from 11:00 to 21:00 Tuesday to Saturday, and 11:00 to 20:00 on Sundays and holidays, or until sold out. Reservations accepted by phone, with burger order required at booking. One drink minimum. Seating for 20 includes counter, table, and private rooms. Available for private events, kid-friendly. Cards and e-money accepted, QR code payments not available.

This is my second visit. The hamburgers are on the pricier side, but the quality matches the price. I ordered the Otona Riarubaran with Teriyaki sauce & horseradish and the Zucchini with extra cheese, just like last time. The Zucchini has a striking appearance, but I prefer the taste of the Teriyaki Otona Riarubaran. This place is without a doubt the best hamburger spot in Tokyo.

When there was a restaurant in Roppongi, I couldn't forget the taste sensation, so I visited again after 2 years. I ordered the Real Bamba Burger with onion rings, coleslaw (comes with), and potatoes (comes with), along with an iced tea that I don't dislike. It was delicious as expected! The buns were especially tasty. The burger had a presence that didn't lose to the meat, and the teriyaki sauce was just right, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Just as I was starting to get used to the taste around the 70% mark of the burger, a palate-cleansing drink was served. It arrived just when I was thinking the taste was getting familiar at the 70% mark, and I could only say it was truly fitting. The tea? also had the perfect taste for refreshing the palate. After drinking it, eating the burger was like resetting back to the feeling of the first bite, allowing me to enjoy the substantial burger without getting tired of it. It was an outstanding burger that I could eat without getting bored, despite its volume. I will definitely go back again!!

I've always wanted to visit this restaurant. They operate on a reservation-only basis now, so contacting them in advance made entering smoothly. I ordered the popular Teriyaki Real Balance and the BBQ burger. The burger is so delicious that it's almost too good to be true. However, the taste is on the strong side. Also, it would be better if they stopped forgetting to serve the coleslaw that comes with the set, especially when it's not crowded.

Thank you for viewing. I visited the renowned restaurant "Aldebaran," which has been awarded as one of the top 100 burger restaurants on Tabelog in 2019, 2021, and 2022. The head chef, Mr. Kaya Mi, is a former popular burger restaurant "R-S" in Matsudo City. The restaurant has relocated to Azabu-Juban in November 2022, and this was my first visit after the move. The most popular menu item is the "Real Balan" burger, which consists of 180g of coarse-ground Hitachi beef patty with homemade teriyaki sauce, a half-cooked fried egg, roasted onions, and cheddar cheese. The atmosphere is stylish, somewhat resembling a wine bar, with semi-private rooms, L-shaped counter seats, and regular tables. The burger is served in a large dedicated burger bag and the buns have a crispy texture reminiscent of croissants or mille-feuille, adding to its deliciousness. The fries consist of crispy thin-cut potatoes and wedged potatoes, both excellent. The coleslaw, with a hint of cheese and bacon, serves as a tasty accent. Although I wanted to try a different burger, I couldn't this time due to circumstances, but I look forward to trying another variety on my next visit. It was a satisfying experience enjoying a delicious burger after a long time. Thank you for the meal.

I tried the Real Balan burger. I thought it was the number one burger in Tokyo. The texture of the meat in the burger was amazing, and they only asked me to come 5 minutes before serving, so it was too hot to hold at first, but I couldn't help but devour it eagerly. Also, the fries had a unique flavor (onion?) and were very delicious. I would love to visit again.

During my last visit, I was struck by the deliciousness of "Real Balan" like a thunderbolt, and I had been eagerly awaiting the next opportunity to visit. Surprisingly, it has been a while since my last visit. While Real Balan was with teriyaki sauce last time, I decided to change things up this time and chose the "Not Zucchi" (which is the name of the burger) with BBQ sauce. The "Not Zucchi" burger includes lettuce, tomato, relish, grilled onion, ketchup, mustard, and cheddar, priced at 2,600 yen. I also had a Corona beer and a Hitachino Nest Beer White Ale. Actually, there is another menu item called "Zucchi-na." This one has three additional cheeses that ooze out abundantly. However, this one isn't as cheesy, hence the name "Not Zucchi" (^^) - quite playful, right? In terms of taste, it felt more like a classic "The Hamburger!" experience. This time, the lettuce was a bit too watery, and having all the flavors in one bite was a bit overwhelming for my palate, which didn't quite reach the impact of Real Balan. Nevertheless, it was still excellent! These burgers here are truly crafted with great care. The sauces are just so exquisitely delicious. Even though it's not zucchi, the taste is still zucchi-na (^^).

It was incredibly delicious!! The taste was so good that it surprised me. The interior of the restaurant has a reddish design, counter seats that are not typical of a burger joint, a calm atmosphere, and even the shape of the plates added to the overall ambiance. The flavor was rich with a savory meaty patty and crispy buns that held their own, complemented perfectly by the cheese and vegetables, making it a satisfyingly filling meal. Plus, they offer extra cheese midway through! Cheese lovers will absolutely love it. I used to think that while delicious burgers differ in taste, once you reach a certain level of quality, the differences become less noticeable. However, I found that the burgers here stood out as exceptionally delicious.

The underground restaurant that used to be in front of Roppongi Hills has moved due to redevelopment. I made a reservation in advance and visited. The new place feels more sophisticated than the previous one, not as American. As for the taste, the teriyaki sauce and the richness of the meat were packed in, making their hamburgers top-notch. The set with the spicy ginger ale is excellent! Thank you for the wonderful meal!

【Nearest Station】3 minutes walk from Azabu-Juban Station Exit 1⁡ 【Visit Time】Around 8:15 PM on Tuesday⁡ 【Purpose】Dinner⁡ 【Regular Holiday】Monday⁡ 【Reservation】Available (recommended but not required)⁡ 【Waiting Time (Outside the Restaurant)】None⁡ 【Number of People】2⁡ 【Budget】¥3,000-¥3,999⁡ 【Order】Real Balan Burger ¥2,470, Heineken ¥700⁡ 【Recommended For】Those looking for authentic hamburgers around Azabu-Juban Station⁡ 【Overview】Formerly located near Roppongi Hills, the restaurant relocated to Azabu-Juban on November 8, 2022. You can enjoy authentic hamburgers here. A popular spot in Tokyo.⁡ 【Review】☆Real Balan Burger ¥2,470 On my first visit, I ordered the recommended Real Balan Burger with a teriyaki sauce base. The buns were uniquely flavored, and the patty was juicy and satisfying. It's best to enjoy it without cutting it, as the juices might spill out. I look forward to trying other items on the menu in the future.⁡ Thank you for the meal!