Watching teppanyaki chefs work their magic on the iron plate is always good fun, and Teppanyaki Grow in Ueno provides entertainment and great food.
Teppanyaki Grow - image © Florentyna Leow
Every neighborhood needs a good teppanyaki restaurant, and Ueno has Teppanyaki Grow tucked into its back pocket. There’s plenty in the way of wagyu beef here, and dinner can set you back a pretty penny. Lunch is more affordable, and a way to try out teppanyaki without breaking the bank.
Teppanyaki Grow - image © Florentyna Leow
Grow’s food is not Michelin-starred, but it’s tasty, solid cooking. The beef sushi is novel and fun to eat. Plus, the staff are lovely and there’s an English menu to see you through your meal.
Teppanyaki Grow - image © Florentyna Leow
Grow is a little difficult to find if you’re not looking for it. It’s on the second floor of a nondescript-looking building that seems to be full of private bars, and the door to the restaurant is equally unprepossessing. Go early for lunch if you can, since they seem to finish early.
For more Tokyo teppanyaki choices, see our Best Teppanyaki in Tokyo page.
English name:
Teppanyaki Grow
Japanese name:
鉄板焼きグロウ
English address:
2F Social Hirokoji bldg., 3-35-10 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, 113-0034
Japanese address:
〒113-0034 東京都文京区湯島3-35-10 ソシアル広小路ビル2F
Opening hours:
Monday-Friday: 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-11pm
Saturday and Sunday: 5pm-11pm
Price:
Non-smoking section:
Yes
Reservations:
Possible
Nearest Transport:
Subway: 1-minute walk from exit 4 of Yushima Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda line.
Telephone:
+81-3-5688-1449
Website:
Official website (Japanese)
Customer Reviews:
:: Read customer reviews of Teppanyaki Grow on TripAdvisor.
Near To Here:
Teppanyaki Grow is located in Tokyo's Ueno district. See our complete list of things to do in Ueno, including places to eat, nightlife and places to stay.
More Tokyo Restaurant Recommendations:
See all teppanyaki restaurants we recommend on our Best Teppanyaki in Tokyo page and get the complete list for all cuisines on our Best Tokyo Restaurants page.
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