Umeyoshi

Sitting before a tray loaded with crisp-fried chicken cutlets and fresh, tender sashimi, the genuine appeal of an unpretentious everyday meal becomes immediately apparent. Located just steps from Fudomae Station on the Tokyu Meguro Line, Umeyoshi (梅よし) is an izakaya that welcomes diners whether they are seeking a substantial lunch or dropping in for an after-work drink.

Hearty Combinations for a Satisfying Meal

The midday teishoku sets are built around dishes that pair naturally with rice, including a double chicken katsu set with two cutlets, mackerel simmered in miso, and ginger-fried pork. Diners also welcome the generous portions, from rotating daily specials combining sashimi and deep-fried dishes to bowls of ingredient-packed tonjiru pork soup and large servings of rice. When in the mood for noodles or rice dishes, the kitchen also turns out steaming yakiudon stir-fried with pork and Chinese cabbage in savory soy sauce, alongside garlic fried rice.

A Spread of Small Plates to Enjoy Over Drinks

As evening arrives, an array of affordable small dishes fills the tables. The evening offerings feature fresh chicken liver sashimi and tataki, crisp deep-fried squid tentacles, garlic chives bound in egg, and simmered beef with tofu, all well-suited to white, black, or red Hoppy sets. Regional sake such as Yamagata’s Jokigen and Miyagi’s Atago no Matsu, as well as Kirin Riku highballs, provide plenty of options for lingering over a drink.

The energetic dining room runs with prompt service and welcoming hospitality, making it an easy place for solo diners to drop by and eat well. From satisfying midday set lunches to casual evening drinks, it serves as a dependable part of everyday neighborhood life.