Lamb lovers will be in heaven. Both the skewers and dumplings are delicious. We also ordered the pea shoots and wood ear mushroom dish, which brought back memories for our friend who used to live in China. The portion sizes are generous, so it's a bit limited for two girls to finish everything. We'll definitely come back with a bigger group next time.

Visited on a Saturday night with a reservation. It was possible to make a same-day reservation. The staff are Chinese but can communicate in Japanese. The draft beer pitcher was cheap at 2,200 yen, and I ended up drinking a lot of beer. They also had some mysterious Chinese drinks which were great. Visited with 6 people. We ordered dishes like meat and bread, mapo tofu, meatballs, and pumpkin fries, among others. The Uyghur cuisine is halal-friendly. The meat and bread dish was delicious. The pumpkin fries had a unique flavor, with a hint of cinnamon or some other spice, which may not be to everyone's liking. The other dishes were more standard Chinese fare. The mapo tofu was numbingly spicy. The portion sizes were quite large, so it's best to go with a group and share a variety of dishes. It was a fun experience, almost like being on a trip to the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The authentic Chinese cuisine in Ikebukuro is the best!

I could understand it, but it felt like a genuine Chinese restaurant that was far from Uyghur cuisine. The menu was mostly similar to Ikebukuro-style, with no pork dishes of course, and the beef hot pot was too interesting. The portions were generally large, suitable for parties, and the taste was just normal for Chinese people.

I visited the restaurant around 6 pm on Sunday and found it to be packed with a large crowd. It seemed like there was a Chinese party happening at the same time. Even though I didn't have a reservation, I only had to wait for about 5 minutes before being seated, so the turnover seemed good. The food also came relatively quickly, which was nice. The staff didn't speak much Japanese, but they had a menu with pictures, so ordering by pointing was sufficient. I ordered the grilled lamb spare ribs, lamb tripe soup, pumpkin with egg yolk, lamb dumplings, and beef dumplings. Everything was delicious and the portions were good! Especially the grilled lamb spare ribs were tender and very tasty. I didn't drink alcohol and the total cost was 2300 yen per person. This place is now added to my list of options for dinner in Ikebukuro.

Around 12 o'clock in the afternoon, I visited the restaurant. I had actually been here about 3 years ago, and it seems like it has become more popular since then. The restaurant was about 80% full, probably because it was lunchtime. By the way, the prices on the menu had increased by about 100 yen each. Lunch was around 1000 yen. The interior of the restaurant is stylish with a blue hue and has a unique foreign feel, which I personally really like. The lunch here includes a "main dish + side dish buffet", and the buffet offers not only rice and soup but also proper side dishes like mapo tofu, flower rolls, fruits, and almond jelly, making it quite luxurious and enjoyable. Due to the crowd, some items on the buffet menu were occasionally out of stock. It seemed like everything was replenished by around 12:30, so it might be better to go at that time. I had thought I should go early to enjoy the buffet, but I realized that going too early is not a good idea. The buffet menu included rice, kaki-tama soup (possibly changes daily, quite thick with tomatoes), flower rolls (very filling, especially delicious when dipped in hot and sour soup), warm soy milk?, mapo tofu (not Sichuan style, not very spicy, similar to Cook Do's mapo tofu), stir-fried cow stomach? and onions (moderately spicy), seasoned egg, steamed egg custard, almond jelly (tasted quite authentic), fruit punch, purple jelly (mild taste, not sure what it was, not replenished). The beverage options were lemon water, cafe au lait? (quite sweet), milk (good for soothing the stomach after spicy food), and tea (oolong tea?). There were quite a variety of drinks available. There were no hot drinks. [What I ordered] Mala Tan (1078 yen) I wanted something to warm me up on this cold day, so I chose Mala Tan. It took a bit of time for the main dish to be served, probably because it was crowded, but I enjoyed the buffet so it was not a problem. When the server brought it out, I was surprised by how big the bowl was. When I tasted it, it was quite spicy! It had bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, sausage, fish paste balls, tofu skin, sweet potato glass noodles?, cabbage, and chili peppers, among other ingredients. Each ingredient was plentiful, and I thought the main dish alone was worth the price. It wasn't mind-blowingly delicious, but I appreciated the non-Japanese flavor. It was really spicy though. It was delicious when I dipped the flower rolls from the buffet in it. Overall, it was satisfying with good cost performance, but it was a bit disappointing to see that the bill was 1078 yen despite the menu stating 980 yen before tax. Isn't crossing the 1000 yen mark quite significant? Well, it's a common thing at foreign cuisine restaurants, right? Thank you for the meal!

I love Chinese cuisine, and I often go to Ikebukuro in search of authentic Chinese food. This restaurant is my personal favorite. Halal cuisine is not very familiar in Japan, and honestly, I'm not sure what kind of food it is, but it is delicious. Each dish has a generous portion, so it's great for enjoying a variety of dishes with a large group. If you're just with one or two people, you might not be able to try many dishes, which can be a bit disappointing. The menu has a wide variety of choices. The food comes out very quickly. I always end up taking home the leftovers, and it's a joy to enjoy them at home as well!

This is a Chinese Islamic cuisine, slightly different from Uyghur cuisine. Noodles and lamb dishes are very delicious, and the desserts were also good. However, I do not recommend the skewers. The portions are generous, so I recommend going with a large group. Many of the staff may not speak Japanese, but since there are photos for every item on the menu, it should not be a problem.

The lamb chops were very large, and I don't think four people could finish them. The two of us ordered one grilled lamb chop, one beef knife-cut noodle, and one spicy stir-fried beef, and ended up stuffing almost all of the lamb chops. The portion was quite large, the lamb chops were delicious with a unique sauce, the knife-cut noodles were authentic, and the spicy stir-fried beef, although described as delicious on the menu, was just average.

【Authentic Chinese Cuisine in Ikebukuro】When it comes to Ikebukuro, it is known as a business district for the Chinese community in Japan, and you can find many authentic Chinese restaurants that serve what is commonly referred to as "real" Chinese cuisine. I visited one of these authentic Chinese restaurants in Ikebukuro called "Halal Cuisine." The term "halal" refers to Muslim dietary restrictions, and this restaurant specializes in dishes that follow these guidelines, using ingredients like beef, lamb, cumin, and coriander while avoiding pork and alcohol. I ordered dishes such as lamb and beef skewers, beef with sweet vinegar sauce, spinach salad with nuts, and beef and tripe stir-fry. The flavors were unique and might not be to everyone's taste, but I personally enjoyed the lamb and beef skewers and the beef and tripe stir-fry for their rich flavors and textures. The menu at this restaurant is extensive, and I look forward to trying more dishes on my next visit.

I recently read a review from someone who is knowledgeable about Chinese cuisine in Ikebukuro, and it made me really want to visit this restaurant. Back in the days in Guangzhou, there was a building called Xinjiang Building on my way home from the office, and this area was known for its bad public safety. Despite that, I often stopped by the Uyghur restaurant in this area to eat halal dishes. I was looking forward to seeing the exotic beauty's dance, but my love for eating lamb can be traced back to this place. As I climbed the stairs of the restaurant, memories that had been scattered in the mists of forgetfulness began to resurface. The first thing that surprised me was the extensive menu. It took me easily 10 minutes just to skim through the 46-page menu. I didn't count, but there must be over 200 dishes in total. It's amazing that they have the ingredients and chefs to make such a variety of dishes. I wanted to try the lamb skewers and the whole lamb soup with all the parts of the lamb cooked together. I asked the waiter for recommendations based on the fact that there was a Uyghur beauty in my middle school class. The dishes I ordered were all served in about 15 minutes since it started at 5:30. I couldn't resist opening a bottle of baijiu to go with my beer. The service staff didn't actively engage with Japanese customers, but when I asked for additional alcohol fuel to warm up the soup, they responded and seemed to be doing their job properly. The atmosphere was so authentic that my expectations for service were significantly lowered. The taste was approved by my senior who had been familiar with authentic halal cuisine since childhood. I also made sure to check out the private room that can accommodate up to ten people on my way out. I do feel like trying the whole roasted lamb for a group of people in the future (priced at 68,000 yen). I'm excited to think about how I can make use of this place in the future. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

We visited this restaurant for the first time on a weekend with just three middle-aged men... The entrance fee was 1950 yen. Located about a 5-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station West Exit, this bustling area seems to have over 100 seats and is mostly filled with what appears to be 100% Chinese people other than us... It feels like we're not really in Japan. The atmosphere is deep and different from Chinatowns in Yokohama and Kobe... The menu is also unique and authentic. We had the following dishes: ① Unknown: Appetizer: Dried tofu, nuts ② 880 yen: Beef dumplings ③ 1140 yen: Egg omelette? ④ 3800 yen: Grilled lamb spare ribs ⑤ 2280 yen: Lamb nourishing white soup ⑥ Complimentary: One glass of orange drink each. The total bill was around 3500 yen. Here are our impressions of the food: ① The dried tofu with spicy sauce was quite tasty. ② About 10 pieces? The filling was packed and better than many top dumpling restaurants in Japan. ③ A tasteless and jelly-like texture. Confusing. ④ About 17 pieces. Crispy skin and juicy fat were appealing. Quite spicy... ⑤ Rich and flavorful. A substantial portion, about 2.5 servings per person. ⑥ Skipped. Authentic? The lamb dishes are the highlight of this authentic Chinese restaurant. We should visit again if we have the chance.

A restaurant specializing in lamb dishes. They have a wide variety of menu items and generous portions, making it a great choice for large group gatherings. Today, I visited with a friend and we ordered mainly skewered dishes. - Dried tofu wrapped skewers x2 - Lamb skewers x4 - Lamb spare rib skewers x2 The spices like cumin really enhance the flavor of the lamb. The spare rib skewers were a bit tough, but the regular lamb skewers were juicy and delicious. We also had a soup with napa cabbage, oysters, and glass noodles. It had at least 12 large oysters, and the portion was so generous that we didn't need rice. They also served plum tea and winter melon tea, along with appetizers (dried tofu salad, seasoned peanuts) and fruits (watermelon, pineapple) at the end of the meal.

Appetizers (Spicy Fried Dried Tofu and Peanuts) Lamb Skewers (3 skewers for 420 yen, 140 yen per skewer) Grilled Oyster Skewer (300 yen) Grilled Enoki Mushrooms (480 yen) Spicy Stir-Fried Ox Tail (1,580 yen) Lamb and Carrot Dumplings (880 yen) Grilled Lamb Leg (6,000 yen) The grilled oyster skewer is like a spicy oyster fry on a metal skewer. The grilled enoki mushrooms are thinly spread out and seasoned with a mild spice compared to the lamb skewers. The ox tail dish, labeled as spicy stir-fry, is tender and flavorful with a spicy kick. The lamb and carrot dumplings are simple but lack sauce. The grilled lamb leg is tender and comes with three different dipping sauces. The lamb leg dish resembles Luffy's "manga meat" from ONE PIECE, and can be wrapped in a thin dough with cucumber, scallions, and sweet bean sauce for a Beijing Duck-inspired flavor. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy fatty meats. The restaurant may not appeal to those who dislike lamb or spicy flavors. Overall, this restaurant in Ikebukuro offers unique dishes with a focus on spicy flavors, making it a great choice for those who appreciate bold tastes.

A woman entered a restaurant where there was not a single Japanese person and indulged in a feast alone, which might be scary. --- ◼️ Previous Information Restaurant Rating on Tabelog: 3.42 (as of 2022/08) Genre: Asian, Ethnic, Chinese Cuisine ◼️ What I Ate Bottle of Medium Beer (550 yen) Grilled Lamb Skewers (140 yen each, ordered 3) Chicken Heart Skewers (150 yen each, ordered 2) Mapo Tofu (980 yen) Rice (310 yen) Snowy Bean Paste (1580 yen) ●●● Overall Impression ●●● Each dish has a large portion, so it's recommended to go in a group! Everything was delicious, I was so satisfied! The Mapo Tofu had a taste that I really liked. I will definitely go back to eat there again! The dishes had a lot of quantity and were spicy! Also, I really like Ikebukuro, so there's some Ikebukuro bias here haha. Chinese restaurants tend to have really authentic and delicious spicy flavors! ◆ Bottle of Medium Beer (550 yen) Opening the door to hell. ◆ Grilled Lamb Skewers (140 yen each, ordered 3) You can taste the cumin, very delicious. ◆ Chicken Heart Skewers (150 yen each, ordered 2) Has a nice chewy texture. Also tasted like cumin, very delicious. ◆ Mapo Tofu (980 yen) Quite spicy with a strong Sichuan peppercorn flavor, very flavorful. If you want to eat Mapo Tofu in Ikebukuro next time, this place is good. ◆ Rice (310 yen) Rice is not that cheap. It's Japanese rice, normal size. Served in a shallow dish, not a bowl. ◆ Snowy Bean Paste (1580 yen) It was delicious but seemed like too much even for a large family haha. The outer layer had a fluffy and chewy texture! Inside is red bean paste, which is sweet and just the way I like it!!! It was a lot, so I took the leftovers home! ◼️ Interior All tables, spacious! It's a place where you would normally go with multiple people, so of course the tables are wide. ◼️ Crowdedness I don't think a reservation is necessary, but it was quite crowded! ◼️ Service The service was good! I was happy to receive a complimentary dessert. They also carefully wrapped the leftovers for me, which was nice. ◼️ Dining Alone Difficulty I managed to go alone, but for a normal person, it might be difficult haha. --- Going to a Chinese restaurant alone is tempting because it's cheap and has large portions. (Although I ended up spending over 4000 yen here, so it wasn't exactly cheap haha)

The restaurant specializes in Halal cuisine (Muslim Chinese) and does not serve forbidden ingredients such as pork feet or pig ears. The menu includes dishes made with beef or lamb instead of pork, giving it a unique twist compared to traditional Chinese Northeastern cuisine. The restaurant is popular among the local Chinese community, and the buffet lunch options were not available during the visit. The dishes sampled during lunchtime were the same as those offered during dinner. The overall rating and individual dish ratings are as follows: - Free appetizer: Peanuts and tripe with onions seasoned with chili and MSG. The peanuts were not very enjoyable, but the tripe dish had a good balance of saltiness, chemical umami, and texture. - Lamb skewers: Juicy lamb skewers seasoned with chili, cumin, and white sesame seeds. Priced at 140 yen per skewer, it was a good value. - Grilled chicken skin skewers: Tender chicken skin with a flavorful blend of spices, different from traditional Japanese yakitori. - Beef meatball skewers: Possibly made from dried beef penis, offering a gelatinous texture that pairs well with spices. - Grilled beef bone marrow: A dish where only the marrow inside the bone is eaten, providing a collagen-like texture and rich flavor. - Sour pickled fish: A hot and sour soup made with fermented mustard greens and white fish, offering a satisfying and flavorful experience. - Grilled lamb spare ribs: Lamb ribs cooked with a high price tag of 3,800 yen, providing a unique and enjoyable dining experience. Overall, the restaurant offers a variety of Halal dishes with unique flavors and textures, catering to the Muslim Chinese community.

I went to "Aliya Halal Chinese Cuisine" at the north exit of Ikebukuro Station! It is located on the floor above the very popular "Shikiko". As soon as I entered, the aroma of spices like cumin and the smell of grilled lamb filled the air, making me hungry! The restaurant was almost full and very lively, with mostly Chinese and Islamic customers. The interior was like a palace from the Islamic world, with beautiful blue colors. I'm not sure when it opened, but even the restroom before the washroom was luxurious like a golden castle, so I think it's a relatively new restaurant. The staff included some who could speak Japanese to some who couldn't at all. If you speak to someone who doesn't understand Japanese, they will call someone who does, so there's no need to worry too much! However, there were some dishes that didn't come out even after waiting for a while, but when I informed the staff, they quickly brought them out, so it was okay. I went with a friend and ordered the following: - Grilled lamb skewers x3 - Fish ball skewers x2 - Umeshu on the rocks x1 - Draft beer x1 - Sichuan-style stewed lamb x1 - Aliya fried rice x1 - Almond jelly x1 (Complimentary appetizer: salad with beans and tofu) - Grilled lamb skewers... The tenderness of the lamb was just right, and the spices were strong, making it delicious! It wasn't too spicy. - Grilled fish ball skewers... This was a big hit for me! I think they made fish balls by grating fish and grilling them with the same seasoning as the lamb skewers. The flavor was deeply infused, and the mysterious texture of the fish balls (a mix of crumbly and chewy) made it incredibly delicious. I might have liked this more than the lamb skewers. - Sichuan-style stewed lamb... The soup was deliciously spicy and sour. The generous amount of lamb was satisfying, and the addition of coriander was nice. It looks very red, but it wasn't extremely spicy! It was spicy enough to enjoy, but I wanted something rice-based, so I ordered it. - Aliya fried rice... It was fried rice with lamb. The seasoning was typical, but the unique umami of lamb made it tasty. - Almond jelly... It was a regular almond jelly with mandarin oranges! I forgot the exact price, but it was around ¥5,200 for two people, about ¥2,600 per person. With a foreign atmosphere, a wide variety of menu options, enjoyable experience, delicious food, and drinks, it was quite cost-effective considering we had a leisurely dinner. I will definitely go again!

Specialty halal restaurants usually serve delicious lamb dishes. Quail egg skewers for 150 yen * 2, dried tofu skewers for 200 yen * 2, and oyster skewers for 300 yen * 2 are available. The spices used are not too spicy, bringing out the natural flavors of the ingredients. Eating skewers reminds me of the good times I had with friends at campus food stalls during my university days. Stir-fried clams and leeks for 1280 yen, and chili-marinated lamb spare ribs are delicious. The lamb spare ribs are tender and easy to eat with a simple chili marinade that reduces the gamey taste of lamb. I couldn't help but overeat because the lamb was so delicious. I ended up with a stomachache. Coconut juice for 330 yen, and plum juice for 330 yen are available. Complimentary dried tofu, peanuts, grapefruit, and pineapple are served, adding to the local charm. I enjoyed affordable and delicious halal cuisine!

This shop, popular among enthusiasts, is known for its unique offerings. I remember coming here for lunch before, they used to have a half buffet, I wonder if they still do? On this day, I ordered a dish from the grand menu - a salad of green onions, green chili peppers, cilantro, and cucumbers. It's a must-order dish as it goes well with various items. Also, when you sit down, they serve dried tofu, peanuts, and more. - Cumin Stir-Fried Lamb: Mix it with the green onions I mentioned earlier, and you won't be able to stop drinking beer! The cumin stir-fry is delicious, but it's quite a portion so it's best to share with 2-3 people. - Beef Bone Marrow: Stick your chopsticks into the hole in the middle and scoop out the fatty bone marrow to eat. Then, chase it with Shaoxing wine! It becomes addictive if you keep repeating it. When I ordered a bottle of Shaoxing wine, it came out hot by default. If you prefer it at room temperature, make sure to mention it beforehand. Although not much Japanese is spoken here, you can communicate through gestures, words, and some staff members are good at Japanese, so do your best to find them!

Today's plate may be lined with seashells, the chandelier hanging may be made of coral, and the light swaying by the window is like the dance of a jellyfish. [Grand Menu] ☆ Grilled String Beans The concentrated flavor of vegetables was impressive, making me want to eat more string beans. The effort put into skewering the string beans is commendable craftsmanship. ☆ Dried Bean Curd Skewers These skewers, with firm tofu compressed and dehydrated, wrapped in thin leeks and cilantro, serve as a great accent when eaten alongside meat dishes. ☆ Quail Egg Skewers Eggs are always delicious, and the red spice on these skewers, not too spicy but bringing out the umami, seems like a versatile item. [Lunch Order] ☆ Lamb Stir-Fry with Cumin A classic and delicious dish with a Japanese twist, the lamb stir-fried with plenty of leeks and soy sauce topping was a pleasant surprise. [Todays Buffet] - Steamed Buns: Larger than school lunch buns, perfect for stuffing with various fillings, reminiscent of a local style from China. - Cold Tripe: Various types of tripe finely sliced and served with a drool-inducing sauce on a mountain of onions and cucumbers. - Grapefruit: Whole peeled and peel-on slices, a whimsical addition to the buffet. - Almond Jelly: Varying in richness, both the thick and thin versions were enjoyable. - Egg Soup: A light and familiar soup. - White Rice: A perfect accompaniment to the flavorful main dishes. [Precautions] - Temperature checks at the entrance. - Ventilation varies by seating. - Adequate space to maintain social distancing. - Buffet items have transitioned from disposable cups to glasses, with tongs and utensils available for multiple use. [Payment] Lamb Stir-Fry with Cumin - 800 yen Lamb and Leek Stir-Fry - 880 yen Grilled String Beans - 380 yen Dried Bean Curd Skewers - 280 yen Quail Egg Skewers - 150 yen

I visited the restaurant at noon on a weekday. It was still empty. Located on the second floor, the interior had a blue color theme resembling an Islamic restaurant, creating a unique atmosphere. They offered a lunch buffet until 2 pm for less than 1,000 yen, which gradually attracted more customers. Most of the customers were foreigners, making you forget that you were in Ikebukuro. The food tasted authentic and delicious, resembling dishes from the original country. It's a great place to visit when looking for an interesting dining experience. The Malatang beef noodle (800 yen) had a decent level of spiciness and was tasty. The beef and green pepper stir-fry (880 yen) had large green peppers and a rich sauce, making it quite delicious. The buffet was also delicious, cost-effective, and offered a generous portion, which explained why it attracted many foreign visitors. Thank you for the meal.