After watching a show at the Shibuya Hikarie Theater Orb, I was feeling a bit hungry but it was still early for dinner. Since it's hot summer, I decided to have eel. I ordered a small eel rice bowl (regular size) as I'm planning to have some drinks later. The eel was small but plump and the sauce was just right. It was delicious. The grilled eel over rice also looked appetizing.

I went around 7:00 PM on a regular night. The restaurant is located on the 6th floor of Hikarie. I didn't have to wait long to be seated. This place is famous for its eel chazuke, so I had half as it is and half as eel chazuke. The eel was tender and delicious.

I went around 19:00 on the day of the Midsummer Day of the Ox, and there were about 10 groups waiting in line. Since I had eaten a lot for lunch and it was the day of the eel, I decided to try the hitsumabushi! I think I ordered the "regular" size, but compared to other places where I ordered the "regular" size, I felt like there was less eel that I could see the white rice so clearly. However, the rice was firm, the sauce was delicious, and even though I wasn't very hungry, I ended up finishing it quite easily.

I visited on the day of "Doyo no Ushi no Hi" (Midsummer Day of the Ox) and it was lunchtime. Shibuya was not very crowded, maybe people start moving slower here. I entered the restaurant smoothly. The staff in the hall were all quiet types, but it was nice to see the chefs cooking inside. The sauce was just the right balance of sweetness and spiciness, and it was delicious!

Eel, rice, soup, everything lacked any sense of commitment. I couldn't taste the true flavor of the eel or the sauce. When I asked about the origin, they said it was from Kagoshima, but the quality was so low that I thought it might be frozen eel imported from elsewhere. Honestly, even frozen eel has more of the taste of eel. This is what I mean by dishes that lack heart. I peeked into the kitchen, which had glass walls, and saw piles of skewered and grilled eel on the kitchen counter. "It takes at least 20 minutes to steam and grill the eel after an order is placed," they said. But my eel arrived in less than 10 minutes after ordering... It seemed like they didn't steam it properly, resulting in an unacceptable finish. The service was also not up to the level expected from a restaurant in this price range. Out of the three staff members, one was working hard behind the scenes, but the other two (a man and a woman) were just chatting away. They didn't notice me even when I tried to order or ask for tea. Everything was disappointing. <Order details> Eel rice bowl (pine) 4,400 yen

I had dinner with another person. We wandered around the Hikarie dining area before deciding to eat here. With the current situation with COVID-19, all the restaurants seemed crowded. This place seemed relatively less busy, so we chose it. We were able to relax in a calm atmosphere. Thank you for the meal.

This is my second visit. Last time, I ordered the same menu during the daytime. The specialty eel and rice in a box. This time, I decided to go for the top-quality version. Inside the box, there are layers of rice and eel, allowing you to enjoy plenty of eel. You can savor various flavors and it's very satisfying! There is a detailed explanation at the entrance, and it seems crowded during lunch hours, but at night, the freshly grilled eel comes out after you order. The skin is crispy and the inside is fluffy! It was very delicious! Lunch was also very tasty, so I decided to come back again, and it was even more delicious at night! If you feel like eating eel in Shibuya, be sure to come here. I got so absorbed in eating that I only took one photo, but I will definitely visit again.

I visited for the first time. The dish was delicious as it is. The broth was tasty, and it went well with wasabi, white onion, and eel when poured over them. I ordered the smallest size, but I could have eaten a slightly larger size as well.

I was planning to eat eel today and decided to order the Matsusaka eel online. The eel was thin and lacked juiciness, with a slightly strong salty taste. I was hoping for something more delicious...

While shopping at Hikarie, I stopped by an eel restaurant at 13:40. The restaurant was about 80% full. I placed my order at 13:42 and my meal arrived at 13:55. The eel, which was probably prepared in the Kanto style, was not too soft or crispy despite being grilled in front of me. The rice portion could have been a bit larger. The sauce was delicious, similar to hitsumabushi, and I finished the meal with ochazuke. The half portion of eel cost 2,915 yen. If the portion size was bigger, I would consider coming back.

I missed out on eating eel on the Day of the Ox, so I was craving it and decided to try this restaurant located on the top floor of Shibuya Hikarie that I had been curious about. The restaurant steams and grills the eel after receiving orders, and there is a notice that it will take at least 20 minutes in front of the restaurant. I ordered the special eel tea-infused rice bowl that can be enjoyed three times like hitsumabushi, with the liver sashimi as a substitution, while my husband ordered the eel rice bowl. We shared and enjoyed the meal together. Personally, the special eel tea-infused rice bowl was even more delicious than I had imagined, living up to its name. The dashi served in a teapot and the liver sashimi were both tasty, although I wished they were served hotter. Considering the price, the meal was tastier than expected, and I would like to come back to try the eel tea-infused rice bowl again. Moreover, being located on top of Shibuya Hikarie makes it convenient to grab a meal quickly, and the restaurant is clean and comfortable for a relaxing dining experience. The staff were also very attentive and provided good service. Thank you for the meal!

Today I had eel! I went to a restaurant called "Tok" in Shibuya Hikarie! The eel here was delicious! It was plump and really tasty! I ordered the "upper" eel rice bowl. It was around 4000 yen. I have never encountered "cheap and delicious eel" before, so I feel like you need to pay a decent amount to enjoy a good meal. This was my first time trying "Umaki" and it was delicious! I definitely want to come back here every year!

I visited Unagi Toko Shibuya at the 6th floor of Shibuya Hikarie. I had an eel rice bowl and a bottle of beer. Eels in Kanto region are steamed and grilled with the back opened, and it was delicious with a fluffy texture. I feel like I gained stamina for the upcoming summer. Thank you for the meal.

During the usual lunchtime, all the restaurants in Hikarie are crowded. However, I managed to find a vacant place, which turned out to be an eel restaurant. While eel restaurants in Ginza on weekends are usually filled with elderly customers, it seems that they don't do well during weekday lunchtime in Shibuya. Thanks to that, I was able to easily enter the restaurant and look at the menu. It was said that this restaurant's main branch is in Hamamatsu, and they offer steamed eel. Although Hamamatsu is on the border between Kansai and Kanto, I wonder if the eel is prepared with the back cut open. I was also tempted by the hitsumabushi, but I decided to go with the classic unaju. Of course, I changed the clear soup to liver soup. I felt like pairing it with sake, but I had to resist since I was still working. I was able to leisurely enjoy eel after a long time.

In the midst of the application of the law on priority measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, I found myself in Shibuya for an urgent matter. Running late for dinner, I headed towards Hikarie, where I stumbled upon a restaurant after being turned away from several others. The restaurant's menu was thick and traditional, offering not only eel rice bowls but also hitsumabushi and a variety of dishes and drinks. I debated between the "Jou" (2/3 eel) and "Matsu" (1 eel) options for the eel rice bowl, ultimately choosing the "Matsu" for its size. I ordered a bottle of beer and waited patiently as the eel was cooked to order. When the eel rice bowl arrived, the aroma of the sauce was enticing. The presentation of the meal was beautiful, with the eel glistening in the sauce. The eel was firm and slightly chewy, coated in a sweet and savory sauce. The rice, however, was small and broken, lacking in texture. Despite this, I enjoyed the meal and appreciated being able to dine in a time of need. Overall, the restaurant provided a satisfying meal, although there were some aspects that didn't quite align with my preferences.

The eel restaurant in Shibuya Scramble Tower offers traditional eel dishes, but their specialty is the eel tea-infused ochazuke. The Eel Ochazuke Set for ¥2,915 features eel cut into bite-sized pieces, making it easy to eat with the smooth eel fat. The Eel Tataki for ¥2,585 is served with plenty of julienned myoga and daikon, giving a refreshing salad-like experience. The restaurant has counter seats, table seats, and private booth seating. Kirin Lager in a medium bottle is priced at ¥770 including tax.

Since its completion in 2012, this eel specialty shop from Lake Hamana has been in operation. When I visited this summer, I noticed that they had expanded quite a bit (11 stores nationwide, including overseas, but I won't list them here). Ever since the old Tokyu Plaza's "Matukawa" with its charcoal grill closed down (come to think of it, I still haven't been to the new store), I've only been coming here. The eel here is always piping hot and delicious. The Hamamatsu-style eel, steamed shallowly, is full of fat and has a texture almost close to the Kanto-style, which is soft and tender. The sauce is just right, not overpowering the flavor of the eel, with a refined elegance. The specialty is the "O-hitsu Unagi Chazuke Set" (from 2,915 yen to 5,720 yen). It's the famous hitsumabushi, where you first eat the eel over rice as-is, then add condiments, and finally have it with tea poured over, you know. Occasionally, enjoying eel this way is fun, but speaking from a drinker's personal perspective, I think just having it as regular grilled eel is the best. The eel bowl ranges from 2,695 yen to 5,500 yen. However, during the state of emergency, it was a bit dull as they were not serving alcohol. I'm looking forward to the day when I can have another round with liver, skewers, sashimi, and stewed eel. What bothers me is that the male staff in the hall always seem uninterested in their work.

A shop on the 6th floor of Hikarie. I ordered the most affordable eel rice bowl and grilled chicken liver. The grilled chicken liver makes me want a beer, but I have to resist as it's during a state of emergency. The eel was well seasoned with a strong flavor. It was actually tender and my favorite type of eel.

It was a group of 2 people dining in Shibuya after a long time. We decided to go to Hikarie and were looking for something to eat. It was lunchtime and quite crowded. There were surprisingly many chain restaurants around, but we chose this place as there was no line outside. The interior of the restaurant was clean and we looked at the menu. I decided to go with the second from the bottom on the menu, the eel lunch box with a little extra eel, and I changed the soup to a liver soup. I also ordered an additional dish of grilled eel. We waited for a while and first enjoyed the freshly made grilled eel, with perfectly seasoned and cooked egg, and high-quality eel. They served it on two separate plates, which was thoughtful. Then the eel lunch box set arrived, and it was delicious. The thickness and tenderness of the eel, the flavor and amount of sauce, and the rice all complemented each other perfectly. Everything was so good that we finished every last bit. The liver soup was also flavorful with a good broth and ingredients. It was definitely worth the additional cost. Eating freshly made eel at the restaurant was truly delightful. It was very delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Monthly Unagi Day. Here's April. Conveniently located near Shibuya Station. And it's a stylish new building! The seats are spacious and comfortable, with chairs and tables for each seat. Unagi-don for 3,402 yen. It's not liver sucking, but at this price, it's reasonable. The unagi meat is a bit thin, but the grilling is plump despite the appearance. It might have been even better if the meat was fattier. If you prioritize cost performance, you don't need to expect too much. The service is good, and the atmosphere is not like a typical unagi restaurant, but it's nice to enjoy it stylishly. This is a great place to casually enjoy delicious unagi at a reasonable price.