牛肉·酒処 キクヤ at Go Shinjuku
Location: Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−2−6 新宿水産ビル B1
Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane
Beef and Sake Bar Kikuya is an izakaya in Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho, specialising in beef dishes including roast beef, motsu stew and beef curry.
Beef and Sake Bar Kikuya is an izakaya in Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho, specialising in beef dishes including roast beef, motsu stew and beef curry.
Beef and Sake Bar Kikuya, known in Japanese as Gyuniku Sakedokoro Kikuya, is an izakaya located in the basement of 1-2-6 Nishi-Shinjuku within Shinjuku's famous Omoide Yokocho alley. Opened in November 2020 as a sister establishment to the original Motsuyaki Kikuya, it offers a different atmosphere focused on beef-centric dishes and a wide drinks menu, including Japanese wine.The menu centres on beef dishes such as wagyu roast beef, beef motsu stew, wagyu tendon curry and various grilled and braised preparations. The shop is popular for its standing-drinking style, which is traditional to the Omoide Yokocho area, and it offers a hearty, casual dining experience that contrasts with more formal establishments, with prices ranging from affordable motsu stew to pricier wagyu options.
The restaurant is open Monday to Friday from 15:00 to 23:30, and weekends and holidays from 15:00 to 23:00. It is located about 11 minutes from Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station and sits within one of Tokyo's most characterful dining districts, known for its narrow lanes and post-war atmosphere.
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Overall Rating
Based on 23 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Reviewer SB
The place looks nice and you can smoke inside, but the welcome for a foreigner was rather cold; the lady who received me asked me several times if I could pay ¥800 in tax, which was a bit insulting. I do not recommend it for tourists.
Positive Reviews
Reviewer MB
Wow!
Reviewer AD
Simple and good smoking restaurant.
Reviewer AW
We had a lovely experience here. The fried cheese and yakitori dishes were winners!
Reviewer AC
Very friendly staff, delicious food, and excellent sake. Prices are slightly higher than average for izakaya, but still reasonable.
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牛肉·酒処 キクヤ
Restaurant Entrance with Menu Boards
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Kikuya Shinjuku Signage
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Kikuya Shinjuku
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Doshu-Tei (Hokkaido Local Liquor Store)
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Kyugya Entrance
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Yokochō Entrance
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Yamazaki Whisky Bottle and Glass
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Sliced Liver with Garnishes
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Bar Interior with Drinks and Staff
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Sake Bottle on Bar Counter
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Dish with Tofu and Pickled Items
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Bar Interior with Shelves and Menu
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Sake Bottle and Shot in Bar Interior
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Sake and Whiskey with Soup
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Cocktail in glass
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Beer at the bar
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Japanese Restaurant Interior
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Bar Interior with Skewers
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Soup Bowl with Tofu and Scallions
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Sushi and Blue Glass Cup
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Soup with Tofu and Shrimp
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Egg Salad with Soft-Boiled Egg
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Staircase Interior with Lighting and Signage
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Yamazaki Whisky Bottles
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Cracker with Dip
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Sliced Beef Platter with Garnishes
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Sake Bar Interior
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Dip with Cucumber Slices
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Sake Bottle and Glass
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Izakaya Rules Menu
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Stir-fried Noodles with Vegetables
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Bar Interior with Patrons
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Grilled Skewer with Seasoning
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Japanese Menu List
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Fried Potato Wedges
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Sashimi and Cheese Platter
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Izakaya Rules Notice
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Sake Bottle and Shot Glass
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Japanese Bar Signage Display
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Fried Food with Chopsticks
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Cucumber and Dip Bowl
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Egg Salad with Soft-Boiled Egg
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Ox Shrine Offering
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