20 Izakaya Picks Around Meguro Station! Places with a Comfortable Atmosphere Where You Can Enjoy Both Food and Drinks

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Toriyaki Sasaya is a yakitori restaurant about a 7-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and it is also well liked for its stylish, grown-up hideaway atmosphere.

The interior is a Japanese modern space centered around wood. In addition to counter seating, it also has tables and Semi-private room seating.

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One of the big draws here is that you can enjoy yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) in a classic old-school style. Skilled chefs carefully grill each skewer one by one and are known for serving them at just the right moment, when they taste best.

Along with the classic tsukune (chicken meatball skewer) and negima (chicken and scallion skewer), they offer a wide range that includes rare cuts as well, making it an irresistible lineup for yakitori fans.

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Another nice point is the wide selection of drinks that go well with chicken dishes, so you can also use it like an izakaya (Japanese pub). In particular, the highballs are popular because you can choose from four kinds of whisky.

They also regularly stock three kinds of champagne, 12 kinds of wine, and 2 to 3 kinds each of barley shochu and Imo Shochu.

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Meguro Soregashi is a popular izakaya (Japanese gastropub) located just a short walk from the West Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, known for its wide variety of creative dishes. Inside, an eye catching uniquely shaped counter stretches across the space, and the stylish atmosphere also gets high marks.

In addition to the counter, there is also table seating, making it easy to choose the best setup for the occasion.

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They are known for a lineup of menu items with an extra touch, including snacks that go well with alcohol and fried dishes.

Among them, the restaurant’s signature items are the visually striking "shime saba (cured mackerel) and iwashi (sardine) thick roll," "honmaguro (bluefin tuna) tekka thick roll," and "nianago (simmered conger eel) thick roll." They are packed with fresh seafood and are said to be very satisfying.

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For charcoal grilling, the "Yonezawa-gyu (Yonezawa beef) charcoal grill" and "seasonal vegetables" are also standard favorites. They come out juicy with a nice smoky aroma from the charcoal.

They also have a full lineup of branded Japanese sake from across Japan, which makes it even more appealing since you can enjoy it with a glass that suits your taste.

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Nappa Gochiso Meguro is an izakaya located just steps from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and it has a good reputation as a place where you can take your time and enjoy highly original menu items in a comfortable space.

It is said to offer table seating with sofas and chairs, as well as Semi-private room seating with a sense of privacy, separated by wire mesh.

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They offer a wide range of dishes without sticking to one genre, choosing items based on whether they are tasty and pair well with alcohol. Another draw is the chance to try unusual seasonings and flavors.

The karasumi (dried mullet roe) bifun (rice vermicelli), served in a box, is also one of their signature dishes and is well known for its striking presentation and refined taste.

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For special occasions or birthdays, they also offer a cake and message card service. It comes with coffee, and a nice touch is that you can add any message you like.

Some reviews say it made for a memorable party. Reservations are required by the day before, so be sure to check in advance.

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Somen Sakaba Hayashi Meguro Ten is an izakaya located about a 5-minute walk from JR Meguro Station, with a casual and bright interior that includes a long counter in the back as well as table seating.

It is a space where both solo diners and groups can relax and enjoy themselves. Another convenient point is that it stays open until early morning on some days.

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It offers a new style where you can enjoy not only drinks but also oden (Japanese hot pot dish) and even To finish somen (thin wheat noodles). The menu features dishes made with seasonal ingredients and carefully selected produce.

The photo shows the “maguro (tuna) rare katsu.” The light rare fry is just right, making this a must-try dish.

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The “sansho-niku ra-somen” features a mildly spicy dipping broth with chili oil and plenty of meat. The numb heat and fresh lift of sansho (Japanese pepper) add depth to the flavor. You can also enjoy toppings like a soft-boiled egg, green onions, and sesame.

There is also a wide selection of drinks to go with it, including sours, shochu, and Japanese sake.

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Cha-wari Meguro is an izakaya near Gonnosuke-zaka, about a 2-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and is known for its good tea splits with shochu and Kara-age.

From the counter seats, you can watch the cooking, and there are also table seats, making it easy to visit in a group.

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A specialty shop where you can enjoy 100 kinds of tea mixes with shochu and Kara-age. You can choose your Kara-age from 10 different cuts and seasonings.

Playful combinations like garlic soy sauce, smoked chili tartar, and grilled miso cream are part of the appeal.

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The ocha-wari (tea split drink) is the signature menu item, letting you freely mix and match 10 kinds of alcohol and tea.

You can adjust the aroma, taste, and balance of the tea to suit your preference. Along with classics like sencha (green tea) and matcha (powdered green tea), you can also enjoy rare teas such as sparkling black tea and green Earl Grey paired with colorful alcohol.

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Takemi is an adult hideaway izakaya (Japanese pub) about a 3-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line. Jazz plays inside, and the space has a warm Japanese modern feel.

The spacious counter seats are also great for relaxing and taking your time on your own.

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You can enjoy dishes made with fresh Daisen Jidori and seasonal vegetables delivered direct from the farm. The vegetables are served as tempura or ohitashi (boiled vegetables in dashi-soy broth), prepared in ways that bring out their natural flavor.

A recommended dish is the "Daisen Jidori Tsukune (tare sauce)." It is said to be a popular item, enjoyed with rich egg yolk mixed in.

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They stock a wide range of seasonal fish that the owner personally selects every day at Toyosu Shijo (Toyosu Market), with plenty of choices including horse mackerel, Sea Bream, oysters, and kinmedai (golden eye snapper).

The "4-piece sashimi assortment" lets you enjoy that freshness as it is, and the melt-in-your-mouth slices are said to pair perfectly with Japanese sake.

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Nanchichi Shokudo is an Okinawan cuisine izakaya a about 4-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, with everything from counter seats that are easy to enjoy even solo to zashiki (tatami floor seating) suited for Banquets.

With Okinawan folk songs gently playing, the space feels as pleasant as a tropical breeze blowing through, and it is said to be a great place to enjoy tasty food and drinks.

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They offer a full lineup of Okinawan dishes that go well with Orion draft beer and awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit). You can enjoy authentic flavors such as goya chanpuru (Okinawan stir-fry with bitter melon), umi-budo (sea grapes), and rafute (Okinawan braised pork).

The popular "goya chanpuru" is a classic Okinawan dish made by stir-frying goya, shima-dofu (Okinawan island tofu), and pork. Its simple savory taste is said to be addictively good.

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They keep more than 20 to 30 kinds of awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit) on hand at all times, including seasonal limited labels. Every drink is served in a karakara (1-go flask), and the staff will guide you, so even first-time visitors can feel at ease.

The recommendation is koshu (aged awamori). It is awamori aged for more than three years, and is said to offer deep richness and a mellow taste in every cup.

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Marutomi Suisan Meguro Ten is a seafood izakaya (Japanese pub) located right by the East Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line. The interior is lively, with menus covering the walls and creating a bustling atmosphere.

There are counter and table seats, making it a casual space where regulars also drop in casually.

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They simply prepare and serve wild fresh fish and vegetables with a focus on the production region. Seasonal fish is served as sashimi, letting you enjoy the natural flavor of the ingredients themselves.

The “Sanchoku Sengyo Marutomi assortment” is a popular plate that lets you fully enjoy plenty of exceptionally fresh fish. It also pairs perfectly with the restaurant’s Special selection of sake.

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The sushi and seafood Rice bowl menu items are popular too.

The pictured “kanikama mayonnaise” and “uni (sea urchin) and ikura (salmon roe)” go perfectly with the red vinegar-seasoned sushi rice. The restaurant’s style is to serve them not as nigiri but in a hand-roll style.

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Nama Tsukune to Hiden Shabu Shabu Den is an izakaya about a 3-minute walk from Meguro Station that has been getting attention for its unique style of shabu-shabu.

The chic interior, built around gray tones, has a refined feel while still offering a casual and homey space. It features open table seating and Semi-private room seating where guests can enjoy a greater sense of privacy.

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A new kind of shabu-shabu to enjoy in a suisho-nabe (crystal Hot Pot): "Hiden no Houseki Nabe".

They swish brand pork like agu-buta (Agu pork) and kinkaton (Jinhua pork) through a pot made from 99% pure natural crystal, then enjoy it with their secret aosa dashi (green laver broth). Some say it tastes light and lets you feel the meat's flavor directly.

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They also offer a full range of à la carte dishes that go well with alcohol.

The Most Popular item is the "nama-tsukune (lightly cooked chicken meatball)." This new style of tsukune is so soft and creamy it feels almost raw. In addition to the standard salt and sauce flavors, they also offer a total of 8 kinds, including beni shoga (pickled red ginger), aka miso (red miso), takoyaki (octopus ball), and pizza.

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Kome no Ie Meguro Ten is an izakaya just steps from the East Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, known for its rice focused dishes and drinks.

In addition to Private rooms where you can relax, it also offers open table seating and ozashiki (tatami seating), so you can enjoy drinks in comfort.

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They offer a wide lineup of dishes that pair well with Japanese sake, and their specialty is Clay Pot rice.

Because they cook each pot individually with rice soaked after you order and dashi stock, you can enjoy it freshly made every time. They use Konjiki no Kaze (a rice variety from Iwate Prefecture), which is said to give it a full, fragrant finish.

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They have a wide selection of Japanese sake, rice wine, craft beer, and more, Special selected from all over Japan.

You can spend a relaxing time while finding your favorite drink to match the food. Some also say that choosing a favorite sake cup got the conversation flowing and became a fun memory.

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Yushokuya Yugafu is an Okinawan izakaya just steps from Meguro Station on multiple lines. Inside, there are counter seats and table seats as well as Private room, making the layout easy to use whether you are on your own or with a group.

They also hold sanshin (Okinawan three-stringed instrument) live performances, so you can fully enjoy the atmosphere and time of real Okinawa while staying in Tokyo.

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The Special ingredients delivered from Okinawa Honto (Okinawa Main Island) and the remote islands focus on the natural flavors of the ingredients and generous portions. They also offer nutritious island vegetables that are hard to find in Tokyo, such as cho-mei-gusa (longevity herb) and shima ninjin (Okinawan carrot).

The "mozuku tempura" in the photo is popular for its light, crisp texture and rich ocean flavor.

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The photo shows the popular menu item "Gokujo Rafute (premium Okinawan braised pork belly)." Rafute is an Okinawan dish made by slowly simmering pork belly with awamori (Okinawan distilled liquor), soy sauce, black sugar, and other ingredients.

The meat juices and dashi (Japanese soup stock) are concentrated in this dish, and it is said to pair very well with alcohol.

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Washin is a creative Japanese izakaya located about a 3-minute walk from the West Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and it is well regarded for its relaxing space filled with a calm Japanese feel.

Along the wall are spacious booth-style seats, and (Each) seat can be rearranged with partitions. The Sunken kotatsu seating Semi-private room seats are popular, so early reservations are recommended.

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Special ingredients are carefully prepared with masterful skill, and you can enjoy creative dishes made with great care. The A5 and A4 rank Kuroge Wagyu (Japanese Black beef) is popular for rare cuts such as Chateaubriand and Strip loin.

The "niku-zushi (meat sushi)" is said to offer a rich taste in a single bite.

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The vividly presented "uni (sea urchin) One Spoon" is a popular dish that lets you enjoy the rich flavor of this premium ingredient.

It also pairs well with drinks sourced from around Japan, including Japanese sake, local sake, and craft beer. Pairing it with alcohol seems to bring out the rich taste of the uni even more.

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Niku-kei Izakaya Niku Ohakobanya Meguro Ten is an izakaya located about a 5-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and its spacious interior is entirely table seating.

Window seats are popular, and you can enjoy your meal while looking out over Meguro-dori (Meguro Street) right in front of you. There are also relaxed sofa seats, making it easy to use for a wide range of occasions.

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They serve carefully grilled Special kuroge wagyu (Japanese Black beef) from around Japan over charcoal.

The popular "Signature Omakase 5-assortment platter" is a plate where you can enjoy one kind each of beef, pork, and chicken. The juicy flavor of the meat is brought out to the fullest, and it is also a fun menu for comparing the different tastes.

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The restaurant also suggests a style of enjoying quality meat together with authentic jizake (local sake).

The photo shows a tasting comparison of three Kubota local sakes: “Senju,” “Kouju,” and “Hekiju.” Reviews also said it was nice to be able to experience the differences in aroma and flavor between the drinks.

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"Sumibiyaki Ren Meguro" is a charcoal grilled izakaya (Japanese pub) tucked away in a quiet residential area, about a 5-minute walk from Meguro Station on (Each) line.

In a stylish space that does not try too hard, you can relax and slowly enjoy good charcoal grilled dishes and drinks.

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You can enjoy yakitori (Japanese grilled chicken skewers) carefully grilled over charcoal together with Special wines. They use Domestic chicken selected by part, and skewer each one by hand every day.

From standard items like "momo" and "tsukune" and "negima" to rare cuts like "soriresu" and "harami" and "furisode," they offer more than 20 kinds of menu items.

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The yakitori and carefully prepared à la carte dishes pair perfectly with wine, Japanese sake, and cocktails.

The photo shows “ran'o no shoyu-zuke (egg yolk marinated in soy sauce).” Some say that when paired with grated daikon radish, it offers a flavor similar to karasumi (dried mullet roe).

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"Meguro Nihonshu Bar Ito. " is a Japanese sake bar about a 3-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and the interior is said to be a warm and comfortable space that fully showcases the beauty of wood.

From the counter seats, you can watch the food being prepared, while at the table seats, you can relax and enjoy your meal.

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You can enjoy dishes made simply with Special ingredients.

The "Honjitsu no Osashimi assortment (today's sashimi assortment)," made with ingredients sourced from around Japan, is a plate where you can enjoy the best seasonal picks. The "uni (sea urchin)" is said to be a standard favorite served in a temaki style, wrapped in nori (seaweed) before eating.

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They always stock more than 100 kinds of Japanese sake from all over Japan, along with a wide lineup of shochu and beer.

The knowledgeable and friendly owner gives careful advice, so even first-time Japanese sake drinkers can order with ease, which has earned the place a good reputation.

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Homare is a Japanese izakaya located on the 1st floor of Meguro Station Side Building, right by the East Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line, and it also has Semi-private room and fully private room seating for a more private feel.

The comfortable Japanese modern atmosphere creates a calm space. Seasonal visuals are shown on the walls, so you can also enjoy the mood of that time of year.

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You can enjoy kaiseki (traditional multi-course Japanese cuisine) made with fresh ingredients sourced from the market every morning. Each person's meal is served individually, so you can enjoy it at your own pace.

The "Appetizers" course starts with carefully prepared dishes, and the "Wa Kaiseki" course with All you can drink is said to build excitement from the very beginning.

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Dassai, Kubota, and Kokuryu, among others, line up as Japanese sake included in the All you can drink plan. Local sake and seasonal labels rotate monthly, so it sounds like there is always something new to discover whenever you visit.

It is also a nice touch that they serve it in wine glasses that bring out the aroma.

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Ito. Okashi is an izakaya (Japanese pub) about a 5-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line. Inside, the warm feel of wood and soft lighting create a calm space, and reviews also say it feels comfortable.

It has spacious counter and table seating, and at the counter you can also enjoy chatting with the chefs. The popular counter seats are best reserved in advance.

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They offer seasonal fish that changes throughout the year, carefully selected at Tsukiji Market.

The beautifully presented "sashimi assortment" is a standout dish made possible by the owner’s expert eye and close ties with the fish market. It is a popular menu item with nonstop orders.

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They always stock about 100 kinds of Japanese sake, and it seems that as many as 30〜40 bottles are rotated each week.

Reviewers also said they had the chance to discover labels they had never known before and fully enjoy the appeal of Japanese sake.

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Meguro Uokin is an izakaya (Japanese pub) located just a short walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line. The chic interior has a grown-up feel, which makes it appealing for a wide range of occasions.

At the counter seats, guests can enjoy their meal while watching the chefs at work in the open kitchen.

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The restaurant is said to be known for its lineup of dishes made with seasonal fish landed at Tsukiji.

Among them, the signature sashimi assortment is a popular item that almost every regular orders. It is great as is, and you can also enjoy it in different ways, such as wrapping it in nori (seaweed).

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The Most Popular item, and one that has many repeat fans, is aonori dofu (tofu with green laver). The thick aosa seaweed sauce and the smooth tofu are said to be a perfect match.

It is said to go great both as a dish To finish and as a snack with drinks.

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They serve reliably good dishes, including yakitori made with Shingen-dori (chicken) from Yamanashi Prefecture, fresh fish shipped directly from Mie Prefecture, and local dishes from Kagoshima.

The yakitori is skewered one by one in-house and grilled with just the right heat. Popular choices include the thigh and tsukune (chicken meatball).

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The sashimi made with seasonal ingredients features an excellent selection of very fresh seafood, including white fish and silver skinned fish.

There are 5 to 6 kinds of local sake, as well as red and white wines from California and red wine from Italy. Paired with drinks, it makes for a luxurious time to savor and enjoy.

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Ura Abe is a yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) izakaya located about a 3-minute walk from Meguro Station on the JR Yamanote Line and the subway.

It operates under the changed name Yakitori Abe only on Sundays and Mondays, when many yakitori restaurants and other places to eat around Meguro Station are often closed.

The interior has a Japanese modern style, with an atmospheric single slab wood counter and table seating.

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The kushiyaki (grilled skewers) are cooked over Kishu Binchotan (high-grade Japanese charcoal) with intense heat from close range, which locks in the flavor. They are seasoned with a blended salt, giving them a rich aroma.

The popular main option is the Omakase stop course, centered on skewers made with Date-dori (chicken from Fukushima Prefecture). It seems you can enjoy everything from soup to dessert.

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The drink selection is also extensive, with Special Japanese sake from production regions across Japan, wine, Japanese whisky, and more.

They all pair very well with the food, and you can enjoy pairings to match your taste and mood.