Visit on November 17, 2022. Location: 5 minutes walk from Fudomae Station. Reservation required. Invitations are unclear. No waiting for reservations. Number of people: 10. Price: 21,000 yen per person. Orders: Crab soup, shochu, salted shijimi clam, abalone fish sauce pickles, kobukuro sashimi, pork guts with Hong Kong sauce, stick chicken, stir-fried water spinach, crab yakisoba, shrimp chili, shirako mapo tofu hot pot, Lu Rou Fan (braised pork over rice). Notes: A Chinese restaurant in Fudomae. 5 minutes walk from Tokyu Meguro Line Fudomae Station. About 10 minutes walk from Gotanda Station on JR, Toei Asakusa Line, and Tokyu Ikegami Line. Located on the 1st floor of the Shikoku-ya Building along the Tokyo Metropolitan Expressway Central Circular Route. The owner is Mr. Shou Hibyo, originally from Taiwan. Opened in December 2004. No regular holidays, irregular closing days. About 18 table seats, no private rooms. No dedicated parking, but there is a coin parking nearby. Reservations are mostly full with regular customers, and new reservations are unclear. Currently, the only way to make a reservation is to be brought by a regular customer. The specialty dish, Lu Rou Fan, can only be ordered by those who have purchased the limited Lu Rou Fan long T-shirt.

I participated in a private reservation party for the second time. It is a restaurant where reservations can only be made by those who have reservation rights. The owner, who is affectionately called "Aniki," creates unique Taiwanese dishes. The bubbling hot pot soup is made with clam and catfish without using any artificial seasonings. The second serving is enhanced with basil. The abalone, bon bon chicken with fish sauce, shrimp oil, and Sichuan pepper, and the noodle dish with plenty of crab are all delicious. The angel shrimp, delicious from head to tail, and the oysters with Japanese yam were also excellent. The meal was topped off with minced pork over rice. Everything was delicious! I would love to visit again if given the chance. ♫

I made a reservation at this restaurant based on a friend's recommendation. I had heard that the food was delicious, but I didn't know much about the atmosphere or service. I decided to leave it to the chef, and the dishes that came one after another were truly exquisite! Each dish showcased the flavors of the ingredients perfectly! If you're looking for great taste, this place is a must-visit! However, don't expect much in terms of service. That's just the way this restaurant is. The owner, known as Aniki, smokes in the dining area, might scold customers, and you have to pour your own drinks – that's the kind of place it is! Those who can appreciate this along with the food will surely be satisfied!

The long-awaited Hao Hao exceeded expectations! I've never tasted such flavor before...! I'm constantly impressed by the depth of Chinese cuisine. The restaurant's meticulous preparation ensures that even ingredients with strong flavors have no unpleasant taste. Their simple seasoning brings out the umami perfectly. Despite the generous use of oil in Chinese cuisine, the dishes are surprisingly light and enjoyable. The oversized clams and the bouncy texture of the stir-fried beef are unforgettable.

Today, I was invited to visit Koko, which I had been wanting to go to for a while. The cost was 25,000 yen per person. The menu for today included salted shijimi clams, a dish with four types of abalone using fragrant Sansho pepper, boiled kobu seaweed seasoned only with salt, authentic Bang Bang Ji made with black sesame seeds, water spinach cooked with homemade oil and garlic, homemade knife-cut crab noodles, Emperor shrimp chili, and lo mein. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

Located in Fudomae, this authentic Chinese restaurant operates on a reservation-only, referral-only, and pre-payment basis. It can be quite challenging to get a reservation due to its unique system. However, I was fortunate to be invited to a private event and had the opportunity to visit. Everything was a first for me, and I have never tasted such delicious Chinese cuisine before! It was truly an experience filled with continuous amazement. The head chef, Aniki, may come off as a bit rough around the edges, but he was a wonderful person who approached cooking with sincerity. The dishes served here are undoubtedly exclusive to this restaurant. I definitely want to visit again. Here is a list of what I ate: Clam Taiwan, Abalone Sichuan Pepper, Kobukuro Shanghai Cuisine, Bang Bang Ji Crab Yakisoba, Shrimp Chili Luohan. Since Aniki runs the kitchen alone, everyone needs to help with serving and cleaning up, but it was a fun and delicious experience at this amazing restaurant.

Will you be able to get into this referral-based Chinese restaurant? There is no doubt that it is a difficult-to-reserve place. I was invited to try the unique and delicious Chinese dishes by the eccentric owner. The restaurant is located along a main road within walking distance from Fudomae Station. This time, I was treated to a super rare course where I could enjoy both crab noodles and lo-lo-han thanks to the special request of the person who invited me. We started with Taiwanese sake-marinated clams. I was told how to eat them by holding the shell and slurping them down. The taste was like nothing I had ever experienced before, with the delicious flavor of the clams and indescribable sweetness. It was a perfect appetizer. We also had abalone, black banganji, and stir-fried water spinach seasoned only with soy sauce. Each dish had a unique flavor that I had never tasted before. The banganji had a strong fragrance of Sichuan pepper that made my mouth tingle, but it was delicious. The water spinach had a flavor that you wouldn't expect from just soy sauce. The chewy texture of the copchang was also excellent. The long-awaited crab noodles had a rich crab miso flavor that perfectly coated the flat noodles, making me want more. The shrimp chili wasn't too spicy, and it was far from the usual overly sweet taste. It was delicious. For the finale, the minced pork rice was served with two eggs mixed in. I wondered what the minced pork rice I had before was. It even had crispy rice at the bottom. This is what real minced pork rice is supposed to be like. The taste was so good that I could eat it forever. Although it's not easy to get a chance to visit, if you're invited, make sure to go on an empty stomach and definitely experience this restaurant. You'll get used to the eccentric owner, who is actually quite kind. Make sure to go on an empty stomach when you visit.

Located in Gotanda, a town known for being frequented by celebrities, this Chinese restaurant offers authentic dishes and teaches the correct way to enjoy them. It's not your typical heavy and oily Chinese food loaded with spices; instead, it has a refined and elegant aroma that will leave you breathless. The food is incredibly delicious, but unfortunately, it's not easy to visit frequently. This is because you need to become a follower of the boss (Aniki) in order to make a reservation! Some regulars have been taken there by their followers multiple times to become one. If you have the chance, it's definitely worth a visit.

Great ⭐️ Tabelog rating 3.77 ⭐️ I was excited to be invited to the exclusive event of the top 100 Chinese restaurants in Tokyo for 2023. There was a lot of buzz on social media beforehand, mentioning the strong flavors and how the owner is affectionately called "Aniki." The food was said to be exquisite, so I was eager to try it out. Huge thanks to the organizer who invited me! For the order, we had seafood soup, fresh clams, dried abalone, stir-fried hollow heart vegetable, crab yakisoba, shredded pork with green peppers, double-fried chicken, and braised pork rice. In conclusion, it was a super fun gathering! The owner is not only a great conversationalist but also when you hear about the cooking process (preparation and sourcing), you can feel the love put into each dish. Every dish had a bold umami flavor that captured my heart. I don't usually eat Chinese food, but as a beginner, I found it easy to understand and delicious! I was disappointed not being able to drink alcohol that day, but all the dishes made me crave for sake and white rice! (laughs) Talking to regular customers, I realized there are still many more dishes I want to try. I usually don't eat braised pork rice, but the one here was so exquisite that I ended up eating three bowls... The owner's lively conversation, delicious food, and enjoyable atmosphere were top-notch! Thank you for the feast! I will definitely visit again!! 🏃🏻‍♂️ ---------------------------------------- Thank you for reading until the end!! Your "Follow," "Like," and "Save" mean a lot to me and encourage me in my activities. I also share gourmet content on social media, so please check it out if you're interested. <Instagram> Itsu Gourmet (@itsugourmet) <TikTok> Itsu Gourmet Channel (@itsugourmet) ----------------------------------------

Finally visited this place I've been wanting to go to. It's a high-end Chinese restaurant that was featured on a popular TV show recently. The dishes served by the chef are truly one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Despite feeling nervous, I had a wonderful experience. The course included seafood soup, garlic clams, fish sauce, Sichuan peppercorn abalone, hollow heart vegetable, crab yakisoba, shredded pork with green peppers, salt and pepper chicken, and braised pork rice.

Seafood soup with crab miso, shrimp miso, and abalone liver flavors condensed. The surprising taste of sake-pickled clams!! The abalone is today's top recommendation, with a perfectly seasoned taste. The crispy sausage sticks with scallion oil are amazing. The blend of four types of peppercorns in the stir-fried water spinach with fragrant scallion oil cooked for 8 hours is seasoned only with soy sauce. The crab meat fried noodles are beyond delicious. The dumpling skins are chewy. Enjoy them with homemade sweet bean sauce. The dry-fried tiger prawns are plump and juicy. The braised pork rice is a masterpiece.

- Ultimate Soup - Kobukuro - Stick Chicken - Stir-Fried Water Spinach - Crab Yakisoba - Water Dumplings - Shrimp Chili - Hot Pot Luolohan This unique restaurant strictly prohibits tardiness, as private events are held with the shutters closed. First and foremost, the flavors are delicious. The restaurant offers its own unique dishes. Despite hearing words like "idiot" tossed around, the sense of affection based on relationships makes it strangely endearing. You can also understand why it is so beloved.

I revisited "Haohao" located in Nishi-Gotanda, a town with headquarters of major companies scattered around. The restaurant opened in December 2004 and is not open to first-time visitors. It has been featured in the media. Access is about a 5-minute walk from Tokyu Meguro Line Fudomae Station. Gotanda Station, which is served by the JR Yamanote Line, is also within walking distance. The restaurant has a Showa-era Chinese facade facing the street. This time, I attended the famous Mariko Mama's gathering. Thank you as always. The menu I had today included: - Seafood soup with lobster, sweet shrimp, snow crab, crab miso, yam, catfish, Chiba Prefecture clams, basil, and coriander - Shijimi clams from Tottori - Dried abalone aged for 18 months with fish sauce, nam pla, and Saga lotus - Kobukuro sashimi - Bang Bang Chicken - Stir-fried water spinach - Boiled dumplings - Emperor shrimp chili - Hiroshima oysters and yam - Lu Rou Fan (Taiwanese braised pork rice) My personal thoughts: - Bang Bang Chicken: The dish was very delicious with a stimulating aroma and numbing flavor from various types of sansho pepper used. - Kobukuro sashimi: The fresh kobukuro had a good texture and no unpleasant odor, making it very delicious. Overall, the dishes had strong flavors but were delicious enough to become addictive. The head chef has a strong personality. It's a welcoming restaurant where the friendly chef asks about your preferences. It's no wonder that the head chef has many fans. I definitely want to revisit. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I went to a one-man Chinese restaurant near Meguro, Gotanda, and Fudomae. The chef calls each customer by a nickname. My nickname was Gourmet-chan. I bought Soup Kobukuro Crab Men, Kong Xin Cai Shrimp Chili, Emperor Water Dumplings, and a hat and T-shirt. I also got a reservation for next time.

I participated in a private party at a referral-only restaurant in Gotanda. The owner, called Aniki, has a strong personality but is a kind person. The seafood soup was rich in flavor with various types of seafood. I enjoyed adding basil to the second serving for a fragrant touch. It was my first time trying Taiwan sake-marinated clams and black sesame chicken skewers, both of which were fresh and delicious. The crab noodles were flavorful, and the Emperor shrimp chili had large, juicy shrimp. The owner prepared the braised pork rice in front of us, even including the crispy rice from the pot. The restaurant has a unique atmosphere and specific rules, so preferences may vary, but I was able to enjoy dishes that can only be found there. It's not easy to visit, but I would love to go back if given the chance!

It's a flat rate of 20,000 yen with all-you-can-drink option. There weren't many types of alcohol available. The owner is so popular with the ladies it's almost enviable. After the meal, he was asked by female customers to take photos with them. The unique and amusing Chinese cuisine is one of a kind. The noodles were delicious.

【Hao Hao】・Tokyo: About 406m from Fudomae Station・Budget: ¥15,000-¥20,000I was invited to "Hao Hao" for the first time since February. Starting with the delicious umami seafood soup, everything was too delicious, visually stunning, and the interesting talk time with the big brother ended in no time (^O^)w The intestine dish I tried for the first time was also delicious, and although the shrimp chili from Sea Tiger, which I had last time, was tasty, the crab yakisoba might still be my favorite ★☆ I thought I could go in May, but I had plans on that day, so I hope to visit in June!! Thank you for the meal~ Tabelog rating: 3.74 (at the time of posting) 2023 Chinese Cuisine TOKYO Top 100 Restaurants・Umami Seafood Soup (no seasoning used)・Jijimi marinated in Taiwanese rice wine from Kohyama Lake in Tottori Prefecture・Cobukuro sashimi・Bang Bang Chicken・Hollowheart Vegetable・Sea Tiger's Shrimp Chili・Intestine Dish・Crab Yakisoba

I have never tasted such delicious Chinese cuisine before. The chef (Aniki) is a bit unique, but there is love in his cooking. This time, we had a course menu that cost around 20,000 yen including drinks, with an additional 15,000 yen. The fried rice was so delicious that it surprised me.

First of all, the flavors here at Koko are quite distinctive. If you ask what kind of quirk it has, I'd say it's like a big brother (laughs). I think people's preferences for this restaurant will be divided. You can taste authentic Chinese cuisine here that uses so many spices that you might think you've teleported to Taiwan, Hong Kong, or Shanghai. The flavors are even better than the local dishes, thanks to the quality of ingredients and cooking techniques. However, those who are used to the Japanese-style Chinese cuisine from chain restaurants might find it too intense. I love spices, so I really enjoyed the authentic spice levels! We were served course dishes according to our budget, and every dish was magically delicious! The stir-fried water spinach, seasoned only with soy sauce, had such a deep and rich flavor that you'll want to ask, "What's the secret ingredient?" The seafood soup at the beginning was mind-blowing, and adding basil changed the taste! From the soup without ingredients to the one with them, and with basil added, each variation was incredibly delicious. The clams marinated in Shaoxing wine were exquisite. The sautéed dried abalone had an amazing texture! The dish with oysters and Japanese yam was so addictive. My favorite was the stir-fried crab knife-cut noodles. It was a mind-blowing first taste, making you want to take the next bite immediately. The stir-fried lamb was delicious without saying. And finally, Koko's specialty, the Lu Rou Fan. I was surprised by the way it was made, but it was incredibly delicious. Every dish at this restaurant is outstanding!! The big brother may seem sharp in speech and appearance, but he gives nicknames to everyone who visits (we were a group of 8), pays attention to the customers, and even turns on the lights at the end, providing great customer service. (laughs) Considering the budget, the quality of the ingredients, the menu, and the effort put into the dishes, the cost performance is amazing. I'm captivated and never expected to encounter authentic Chinese cuisine in Gotanda. Big brother, I'll definitely come back to eat again!!

"Udon as the main dish" Instagram https://instagram.com/alwaysudon/ Udon as the main dish TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@alwaysudon I tried being the organizer for the first time and it was quite tough. The dishes were unlike any Chinese restaurant I've been to before. And the service was something I've never experienced before. By the end of it, I found myself becoming a fan without realizing it. Many people are sure to get hooked on this! Official blog https://alwaysudon.com/

A referral-only Chinese restaurant located a short walk from Fudomae. The owner, affectionately called Aniki by many regulars, is often seen on social media. I had heard that he had a very strong personality, so I was quite nervous. I entered the restaurant, greeted loudly, trying not to get scolded, feeling like I was back in my school club days. In the end, Aniki turned out to be a really nice person, and I now wonder what I was so afraid of. Men should be proactive in tasks like serving, clearing plates, serving alcohol, and handling the bill. Despite the somewhat high prices and the various tasks to be done, it's worth going because you can taste exquisite dishes that you can't find anywhere else. The dishes here are absolutely delicious once you blend in with the atmosphere. I was pleasantly surprised from the start with the clam soup and the cobukuro sashimi. Especially the cobukuro sashimi... it was my first time tasting such deliciously crunchy cobukuro sashimi. The prawn chili had exceptionally large prawns, and the unique seasoning set it apart from any prawn chili I had ever eaten. The stir-fried water spinach and the classic Chinese-style scrambled eggs with tomatoes were also surprisingly different and delightful. The Taiwanese-style fried chicken, specially requested by the organizer that day, was unbelievably smooth and tender despite being chicken breast. The meticulous preparation to remove all tendons and fry it to perfection must require significant effort and skill. The spiciness and aroma of the Sichuan pepper in the mapo tofu were outstanding. Then came the main event, the Lu Rou Fan. It's a special menu item that requires the organizer to own the restaurant's original T-shirt. The slightly salty yet mysteriously sweet flavor was delicious. Initially, we mostly drank bottled beer and highballs for convenience, but we couldn't resist trying the specialty Shaoxing wine in the end. Aniki gave detailed instructions on how to enjoy it, and its smooth umami flavor and aroma were delightful. You could easily end up having multiple glasses. Lastly, after finishing the meal, we chatted with Aniki at our table, and our evening came to a close. This restaurant definitely has its pros and cons, and I personally really liked it. If I can, I would love to go back again. Next time, I want to try the crab yakisoba too. Total bill: Approximately 180,000 yen for 8 people, tax included. Course: - Shochu-steamed clams - Seafood soup - Cobukuro sashimi - Stir-fried water spinach - Chinese-style scrambled eggs with tomatoes - Prawn chili - Taiwanese-style fried chicken - Mapo tofu - Lu Rou Fan *Only for T-shirt owners who are organizers. Many drink options included.