The Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki was delicious. If you have a table seat, the dish is served on a hotplate. If there are four or more people, it is served directly on the hotplate, and for groups of three or less, it is served on a metal plate. I visited on a weekday afternoon and the restaurant was almost full.

I visited this restaurant the day before yesterday. It was packed with business people working in Shibaura at 6:30 pm, so I could tell it's popular among them. I enjoyed okonomiyaki and it was very delicious. I plan to have a good time drinking with my colleagues next time we meet.

The company's drinking party with colleagues after work on the way back to work was crowded as it was just before the long weekend. I heard that the sea urchin horen and oysters were delicious, so we ordered various dishes centered around those. The draft beer after work was delicious... the best! In addition, we enjoyed delicious teppanyaki dishes. The mini okonomiyaki as the appetizer is unique to a teppanyaki restaurant and interesting. It was a bit disappointing that the dishes came a little late, possibly due to the busy weekday night before the long weekend, and there were a few times of idle time, but the taste of the food itself was very satisfying! Thank you for the meal!

I knew it was near my workplace but it was my first visit. It was around a little before 12 o'clock during lunchtime, I think? We were able to get a table without waiting in line with three people, but there was a wait shortly after. The photo is of the double portion of Negimayo Nikudama noodles! It was quite voluminous and delicious. And it was more affordable than I thought. I will definitely come back again. I also want to try coming at night! ✨

I was looking for a place to try Uni-Horen, a dish I had heard was delicious, and found out that I could eat it in Tamachi. It was around 6 pm on a weekday but the place was quite crowded! It was a steamy hot day, so I started with a beer to cheers. The appetizer was a cute little okonomiyaki-like dish that got me excited! I ordered the Oyster Butter and Hiroshima's classic snack Senjikara to go with my drinks. The Uni-Horen that I was looking forward to came with a stylish baguette! It had an egg on top and the slightly cooked Uni was delicious! Uni-Horen is highly recommended!

On a regular Friday afternoon, I decided to visit this restaurant for the first time to have lunch. I arrived right at 11:30 and saw a sign saying they were preparing to open. When I asked inside, they said they were about to open, so I was able to sit at a table. I ordered the meatball with double noodles. The table had a hot plate where they cooked the dish. As I waited, more and more customers came in and the place quickly filled up. It seemed to be a popular spot among people working nearby. After a while, the dish was served. The iron plate with Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki was placed on the hot plate. It stayed piping hot until the very end. I could understand why this place gets so busy during lunchtime with such delicious food. It was a great meal.

Visited at night! Ordered Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki special, gyoza, stir-fried bean sprouts with spicy sauce, simmered beef tendons, and yakisoba! The okonomiyaki was delicious! The special had too many ingredients mixed in, so I should have ordered a simpler one! The gyoza was unique, served crispy and dipped in tonkotsu soup, a new and tasty style. The simmered beef tendons were okay, but the yakisoba noodles were not great. They were a bit too soft and thin, like the noodles used in tonkotsu ramen. Most importantly, the Otafuku sauce was delicious!

Having teppanyaki for lunch always feels like a good deal. The restaurant is located a bit away from the hustle and bustle of Tamachi Station, just across the pedestrian crossing. You can easily spot it by the sign "鉄ぱん屋" on the exterior. Inside, there is a long space with table and counter seats, and sitting at the counter gives a nice sense of presence. Although we visited around 1 pm, there were a few customers, indicating that it's a popular spot. Teppanyaki for lunch is not something you see often, but it's exciting. The table had water, sauce, and chopsticks, but my colleague didn't notice and asked for water from the staff. When I pointed out that it was on the table, we were met with a cold response, which dampened our spirits before even eating. It would have been better if they had explained the presence of water and cutlery when we ordered. Despite this, we enjoyed choosing from the menu, which includes simple options like yakisoba and yakiudon, as well as creative dishes like mentaiko mayo yaki and seafood Hiroshima okonomiyaki, ranging from 800 to 1700 yen. We decided on the popular Benkei yaki with squid tempura, green onions, and pork, priced at 1001 yen. It was served on a round iron plate on the table, making it easy to clean up. The okonomiyaki was packed with ingredients, with plenty of green onions and crispy noodles. The filling was juicy and satisfying, and the thick sauce made it very filling. The sauce was thick and sticky, making it a bit messy to eat with chopsticks. The restaurant also offers a variety of dishes for dinner, and I would like to try their creative teppanyaki with alcohol next time.

It's been a while since I last visited Benbe, and miraculously managed to get a last-minute reservation. Despite being quite far from the main street, the restaurant was packed! It's really popular. This time, I ate and drank until I was about to burst, and it only cost me around 3000 yen per person. Unbelievable. The key is to order okonomiyaki with double meat and double noodles! It's super filling and worth it!

On August 2nd and 3rd, I went to the office again. It was my second day as a shinobi. I couldn't get the okonomiyaki that one of my Instagram followers posted out of my head, so I decided to have okonomiyaki for lunch. It was my first time having okonomiyaki at this place, called "Benbei Yaki". They boiled the noodles first and then cooked them on a hot plate with plenty of cabbage and green onions. The sauce they brushed on was rich and delicious. There was also a lot of meat in it, so when you cut it with a spatula, you get a big chunk to enjoy. One piece was enough to fill me up, and because it was served on a hot plate, it stayed warm for a long time. It was satisfying to eat while sweating. I can't wait for the beer to arrive so I can enjoy it together.

A okonomiyaki restaurant in Shibaura, Tokyo Port area. They also open for lunch, which is rare around here. The irresistible aroma of the sauce cooking on the grill awakens your appetite. The restaurant has a clean and stylish atmosphere, so anyone can feel comfortable dining there. They also have a wide variety of teppanyaki dishes on the menu.

Located about a 10-minute walk from Tamachi Station, this restaurant specializes in Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki and various teppanyaki dishes. The mini okonomiyaki served as a starter was quite unique and enjoyable. I visited with a friend and we ordered two types of okonomiyaki and some side dishes. The portion size and taste were both satisfying. If you sit at the counter seats, you can watch the dishes being cooked right in front of you on the teppan. Although we sat at a table this time, I would like to try sitting at the counter seats next time.

I revisited on 7/26. I arrived before noon and was able to enter immediately as there were about 70% of customers. This time, I ordered the fluffy and creamy egg okonomiyaki. I used it for lunch during the corona pandemic. I was torn between the fluffy and creamy okonomiyaki, but I chose the squid and beef okonomiyaki. It was 1,100 yen including tax and there was plenty of bean sprouts and cabbage. It's delicious when eaten with mayonnaise. The noodles are sandwiched between the okonomiyaki, so it's very filling and satisfying. Thank you for the meal♪

I made a reservation through Goto Eat and visited the restaurant. There was one regular customer inside, chatting with the staff who were making grilled dishes. It felt a bit unfamiliar. I ordered the Benbei Lemon Highball and Teppan Dashimaki Tamago from the menu at the counter. They served a small, thin and plain pork pancake as a complimentary dish. The dashimaki tamago was quite ordinary. For the main dish, I ordered the Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki with meat and noodles. The sauce wasn't too sweet, so maybe it wasn't the typical Okonomiyaki sauce. It was still delicious. I would like to try other items on the menu next time.

I had the okonomiyaki omu. It wasn't cooked as thoroughly as Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, but it was surprisingly delicious. It seems like anything cooked on a hot plate tastes better, giving it a nice grilled flavor.

◆Tetsupan-ya Benbei Shibaura Store [Go to eat] Challenge #6 Hiroshima-based chain with 7 locations, first opened in Tokyo in April. Visited on a weekday at 13:15, only one group was there so we were seated at a table. Kitchen had 1 chef and 1 server, operating with a team of 2. ◆Meat Soba Lunch for 792 yen including tax Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki with meat and noodles. When you dig into the okonomiyaki, you'll find crunchy cabbage, pork belly, and squid tempura. The fresh noodles are crispy and fragrant, and the unique taste of the Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki sauce adds a nice touch to the flavor. I'm not an expert on okonomiyaki, but I would say this Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki was quite delicious. It was a satisfying meal!

Having lunch at Tamachi Shibaura-guchi. I decided to try a new place instead of sticking to my usual routine, so I headed to a Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki restaurant near Hanamasa. I arrived around 12:25 on a weekday. The restaurant was about half full. I was planning to have yakisoba, but when I looked at the menu... Oh? The meat okonomiyaki is actually cheaper than the yakisoba. So I decided to go with the okonomiyaki for now. The lunch options for yakiniku and okonomiyaki tend to leave a strong smell on your clothes and hair, which you might want to avoid before an important meeting. But since I didn't have any plans to meet anyone today, I thought, why not go for it? The seating is mostly tables, but there is also an L-shaped counter around the griddle, which seems more suitable for solo diners. However, the narrow depth and the placement of chairs even in the corner of the L-shape counter make it a bit uncomfortable. If they guide me to sit in the corner, I would definitely say, "Oh... I'll pass" and leave the restaurant haha. They serve water in a jug, which is nice. Despite my complaints about the narrow and uncomfortable seating, sitting in front of the griddle at an okonomiyaki restaurant is always a great spot! The noodles are not steamed noodles but fresh noodles. They boil the noodles as you order, so it takes a bit of time. They start by grilling the vegetables and meat while also cooking the crepe-like batter on the griddle. After crisping up the boiled noodles on the griddle and topping it with squid tempura, they crack an egg on top, add vegetable pieces, flip it over, and combine the top and bottom parts. It's entertaining to watch them work so efficiently. In about 7 minutes, they serve it to you on the griddle. Okonomiyaki is one of those dishes that never tastes bad no matter where you eat it, so it's hard to pinpoint the evaluation criteria (In Osaka-style okonomiyaki, there are criteria such as the texture of the batter and the richness of the broth, but since my experience with Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is limited, I don't have any comparison points installed in my brain haha). But for now, it tastes good. What stands out is the crispy texture of the noodles that have been crisped up, the strong flavor of the fresh noodles, the sweetness of the vegetables and the aroma of fish powder, and the harmony of the sweet and salty Okonomiyaki sauce. In addition to cabbage, they also include a few black moyashi (bean sprouts), which adds a nice crunchy texture. When black moyashi is included, it gives off a vibe of Western Japan. The chewy texture created by the moisture from the cabbage is delicious. So, I enjoyed it quickly, paid with PayPay, and said thank you. The portion size wasn't huge, but I was satisfied with trying Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki after a long time. Since they use fresh noodles, I might expect the yakisoba to be good too?

Although I am from Kansai, I prefer Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki over Osaka-style. In Tokyo, there are some good restaurants serving Kansai-style okonomiyaki like "Kiji", but it's hard to find a good Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki place. That's where "Tepan-ya Benbei" comes in! With several locations in Hiroshima, including the main store, this restaurant is popular for business entertaining. I first visited the Hacchobori branch during a business trip to Hiroshima and was impressed, so I now make a special trip to Tamachi in Tokyo to visit. The dishes like "Benbei Gyoza" (pork bone soup dumplings), "Uni Horen" and "Oyster Butter" are so delicious that you can easily get full before even trying the okonomiyaki. But don't worry, save some room for the Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki at the end! It's a must-try. By the way, the name "Benbei" is said to have been inspired by the parent company's BMW dealership in Hiroshima.

These days, a glimmer of light has begun to shine in the battle against the coronavirus. Thanks to working from home, I have been able to explore the local shops around Shibaura. I had lunch at "Teppaniya Benbei Shibaura Store". It is a teppanyaki chain restaurant from Hiroshima with around 25 locations mainly in Hiroshima city. They used to be located facing Sakurada Street in Shibaura 3-chome, but they moved to their current location in March last year. The new place is cleaner and more spacious than before. It's comfortable. It's a shame that there are no seats with a view of the Shibaura Canal, considering the location. I ordered the "Benbei-yaki (Squid Tempura & Green Onion)" for 1,001 yen (tax included). It's a Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki with plenty of noodles and cabbage. It's fun to watch the staff cooking it on the teppan grill at the counter. When it's ready, it's served on a hot iron plate right in front of you. The generous amount of green onions piled on top looks beautiful. Here we go. Of course, it's piping hot. The perfect level of cooking. It's delicious. Hiroshima-style calls for Otafuku sauce. I pour plenty on for extra flavor. Delicious. Oh, it's really tasty. And then, I sprinkle some bonito flakes powder from the table to add depth to the flavor. Oh, it's delicious. Lastly, I couldn't resist scraping up the charred sauce from the teppan and eating it. So close! This Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki leaves nothing to be desired. Excellent. I was satisfied.

It seems that telecommuting has increased significantly, so the restaurants around Tamachi are not as crowded even during lunchtime. Next to Nabilio near the building, there is a new restaurant that seems to serve lunch, so I decided to give it a try. It appears to be a restaurant that serves okonomiyaki and teppanyaki. Since the memory of the yakibaso from Shito Gotanda the other day is still fresh in my mind, I decided to order the yakibaso again on this day. When I raised my index finger at the entrance, I was directed to the counter right in front of the teppan. The master and his assistant are cooking together. The master gives instructions while the assistant prepares fried eggs, adds yakisoba to the noodles, and garnishes the dishes. I noticed something interesting while watching them handle the orders of the previous customers. There is a large pot behind the teppan, where they drain the ramen or pasta with a tongs before placing it on the teppan. They lightly fry it on the teppan before transferring it to the okonomiyaki section. The yakibaso is also drained before being cooked. The vegetables are stir-fried on the teppan and then covered with a stainless steel lid to steam them, giving them a fluffy texture. The finished dish is served on the teppan. The drained noodles are chewy and smooth. The sauce is dark in color but not too strong or too sweet. I crushed the egg yolk on top to enjoy the gooey texture. Honestly, it wasn't overwhelmingly delicious or unique, but the cooking process was interesting, making it an enjoyable experience. If you want to enjoy a dish that will make you feel refreshed after a bath, be sure to try it.