Dinner at Ranmaru (らんまる)

Dinner at Ranmaru (らんまる)

at Ranmaru (らんまる) on 25 June 2026
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● What kind of restaurantThis popular restaurant has an 8-month wait for reservations that keeps getting longer! Not only is it a member of the prestigious "100 Best Restaurants" list, but it has also won numerous awards!With each visit, you can truly appreciate the delicate texture of the rice, where every grain is perfectly felt!The dishes are not just rich in flavor but also have a great balance of textures and flavors!● Orders (★ must-try, ◎ recommended)◾︎ Junsai and MozukuA great appetizer with a wonderful texture!◾︎ Tosa Kinmedai from Kochi PrefectureA dish that brings out the fragrant aroma of the grilled fish!◾︎ Hairy Crab from the Sea of OkhotskTopped with purple sea urchin jelly!The sweet umami of the sea urchin and the saltiness of the crab, along with a hint of vinegar, create a perfect balance!◾︎ Sashimi of Shellfish- The marinated torigai has a unique flavor and a delightful slippery texture.- The tsubugai comes in three pieces, allowing you to enjoy its crunchy texture and gentle flavor with salt, soy sauce, and wasabi!◾︎ Nodoguro Yuuan-yakiMade with citrus broth, it has a gentle flavor reminiscent of agedashi tofu!Being grilled, it locks in the umami beautifully!◾︎ Aori IkaWith a hint of ginger, the flavor of the squid shines through!Served in a sashimi style resembling squid somen, the texture is incredibly fresh!◾︎ Scallops TempuraThe grilled scallops have a plump and fibrous texture, enhanced by the black shichimi and karasumi accents!Fried to perfection, they make for an excellent snack!◾︎ Bettara-zuke◾︎ Akami-zukeI was surprised at how melt-in-your-mouth it was the moment I tasted it!Though it's marinated, there’s no unpleasant odor, allowing you to fully enjoy the flavor of the tuna!◾︎ ChutoroI realized once again how different it is from akami!The expression "melts in your mouth" fits perfectly here!It pairs wonderfully with Ranmaru's light and fluffy rice!◾︎ Kagoshima Haruko-dai with KombuIt looks rich in fat, but the flesh crumbles beautifully, providing the perfect texture of sea bream without any heaviness!◾︎ Chawanmushi with Seaweed and RiceWith fried green onions and hairy crab, mix well before enjoying!The flavor of the seaweed and rice creates a luxurious porridge-like dish with a rich dashi flavor!◾︎ Horse MackerelWith green onion garnish in between, the combination of shiny fish and green onion is unbeatable!Personally, this was my favorite dish!◾︎ Dashimaki Tamago◾︎ Hokkigai from Tomakomai, HokkaidoEnjoy the flavors of sudachi, hokkigai, wasabi, and finally, the hokkigai again, all in one bite!◾︎ Murasaki Uni from Mikuni, HokkaidoIn the season of saltwater, the umami is overflowing!The aroma of seaweed spreads afterward, making your mouth feel like the ocean!◾︎ Kuruma Ebi from SagaThe flavor of the liver hits you first, followed by the sweetness of the shrimp!And they are quite large, making them very satisfying to eat!◾︎ White Miso Soup◾︎ AnagoThe large, tender anago comes with a sweet sauce, allowing you to enjoy its soft texture!It feels like eating a small unagi don with just this one piece!◾︎ Three Types of RollsAn assortment of Negitoro, Torotaku, and Kappa Maki!The Negitoro and Torotaku are freshly sliced, providing a texture unlike anything I've experienced before!The Kappa Maki has thinly shredded white negi, adding to the enjoyment of the texture!【Additions】◾︎ KohadaWell-balanced in acidity, it can be enjoyed refreshingly even as a late addition!◾︎ Kanpyo Maki (Half)I used to wonder what was so great about kanpyo, but as an adult, I absolutely want to have it as a closing dish!This dish meets those expectations!◾︎ Ranmaru MakiA luxurious roll filled with Negitoro, takuan, topped with a generous amount of ikura, and finished with uni!It’s no exaggeration to say that this is the only way to end a meal at Ranmaru!● Service- The head chef is attentive to the surroundings while preparing sushi!- The staff is well-trained, ensuring everything runs smoothly!● BudgetJPY 35,000 per person● Suitable OccasionsDate, Anniversary, Friends, After Work【Restaurant Information】Access: 3-16-2 Shimomeguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, 1FPhone: 03-5734-1461Hours: 17:30 - 20:00, 20:30 - 23:00Closed: Mondays and SundaysInstagram: @ranmaru0201~・~・~・~・~・~・~・~・~・~・~If you're interested, please follow, save, and like!Instagram: @47yakiniku_jimonTabelog: 47 Yakiniku Jimon

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