Kinkaien

Warm light spills from 金海苑 into the residential streets of Hata-no-dai. This long-established yakiniku restaurant is an easygoing place to enjoy grilled meat and Korean dishes. Meat sizzles over the grill, from garlic-scented sauce to salted tongue; the appeal is straightforward and unfussy. The offal is especially tempting: mino and senmai have a pleasingly crisp, chewy texture that makes them easy to order again.

It is not just the grilled dishes that satisfy; the supporting plates are a strength here too. Kimchi and kakuteki, both with a robust heat and a taste of Korea, make good bites alongside a cold beer. For a filling finish, there is gom tang gukbap, a deeply savoury soup with rice, or the intensely spicy yukgaejang soup. Other substantial options include a generously topped large bibimbap and tofu jjigae.

Dinner service starts at 5 p.m., and families and groups can be seen gathering around the tables. Portions are generous overall and prices are approachable, making it well suited to ordering à la carte and trying a mix of preferred cuts and Korean dishes. With the familiar feel of a neighborhood yakiniku restaurant, 金海苑 is a place to consider for an evening of grilled meat and soup until you are full.