Yakiniku Miyoshi
Ekimae, Yonezawa
Restaurant in Yonezawa, Japan
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Price
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog-recognized yakiniku specialist cooking Yonezawa beef in cast-iron pots, capturing drippings onto cabbage for a richer finish than traditional grills. Dinner-only service at JPY 5,000–5,999 per person, with offal variety and a signature short-rib curry. Reserve ahead for specialty cuts like liver and senmai; walk-ins possible early weeknights. Two minutes from Yonezawa Station with on-site parking.
About Yakiniku Miyoshi
Yakiniku Miyoshi is a Yonezawa venue with a dinner budget of JPY 5,000–5,999. It serves dinner Monday through Saturday from 5–9 PM, is closed Sunday, the dress code is casual. The venue is also included in the Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 list, a recognition in the yakiniku category.
What to Know for Your Meal
Treat Yakiniku Miyoshi as a dinner-focused Yonezawa option anchored by its price band, hours, casual dress code, 2025 Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST recognition.
If you are comparing Yakiniku Miyoshi with other names such as Meatopia, Yonezawa Gyutei Good, Yonezawa Gyuu Tokiwa, or Yonezawa Gyuu Yakiniku Sakano, keep the comparison practical: confirm each venue’s current menu, hours, booking requirements directly before deciding. For seat count, private-room availability, specific cuts, set menus, or sell-out patterns, check directly with the venue.
When to Book and What It Takes
Yakiniku Miyoshi’s hours are 5–9 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. Plan around dinner only. Confirm the reservation method, walk-in availability, last entry, parking, payment methods, holiday exceptions directly with the venue.
The dress code is casual. For budgeting, use JPY 5,000–5,999 per person as the price range. Ask directly about children’s seating, credit-card acceptance, electronic payments, phone booking windows, service timing.
Reservations: Confirm booking details directly with the venue. Dress: Casual. Budget: JPY 5,000–5,999 per person. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 5–9 PM; Sunday closed. Lunch: Plan around dinner service.
The clearest hook is Yakiniku Miyoshi’s inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025, alongside its Yonezawa location, dinner hours, price band. For alternatives, compare it with comparable venues such as Meatopia, Torikatsu Gyuniku Ten, Yonezawa Gyutei Good, Yonezawa Gyuu Tokiwa, Yonezawa Gyuu Yakiniku Sakano, while checking current details directly for each venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Chome-2-23 Ekimae, Yonezawa, Yamagata 992-0027, Japan
- Website
- www5.omn.ne.jp/~miyoshi
- Phone
- +81 238-21-0274
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yakiniku Miyoshi presents itself as a focused, classic yakiniku spot that showcases Yonezawa beef. The menu centers on regional beef prepared tableside in a cast-iron pot with cabbage, giving the meal a hands-on, traditional feel. The restaurant highlights privacy and comfort with dedicated private rooms and maintains a no-smoking policy, which keeps the dining environment clean and attentive to the quality of the meat. Located a two-minute walk from Yonezawa Station, the place reads as a straightforward specialty shop for diners seeking a beef-forward, unpretentious experience.
Best For
This restaurant is well suited to small groups and private gatherings thanks to its private rooms; it also works for anyone traveling via Yonezawa Station, given its two-minute walk. The focus on Yonezawa beef and the communal nature of yakiniku make it a natural choice for shared meals rather than quick solo stops. Private rooms and the no-smoking policy make it appropriate for celebrations or quieter group dinners where the quality of the meat and the finishing curry are the main attractions.
Ordering Tips
Order the signature Yonezawa beef prepared in the cast-iron pot with cabbage to experience the house style, and be sure to save room to finish the meal with the restaurant’s famous curry. Given that private rooms are available, request one if you prefer a more intimate or group-oriented setting. Note that the venue is non-smoking, which helps preserve the clean flavors of the beef and curry. The restaurant’s location a short walk from Yonezawa Station makes it easy to reach for dinner service.
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, station‑area yakiniku shop with counter seats and tatami rooms, warm but unfussy interiors, and a bustling yet relaxed atmosphere focused on locals enjoying high‑quality Yonezawa beef with drinks.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Yonezawa beef nabe-yaki yakiniku (hot pot BBQ)
- Yonezawa beef dinner set
- Curry rice made with yakiniku drippings
Planning details
Location
3 Chome-2-23 Ekimae, Yonezawa, Yamagata 992-0027, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Yonezawa Gyutei Good, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Yonezawa Gyuu Yakiniku Sakano, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Meatopia, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- Torikatsu Gyuniku Ten, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
- Yonezawa Gyuu Tokiwa, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 5,000–5,999 for dinner, this venue sits between Yonezawa Gyuu Yakiniku Sakano (JPY 4,000–4,999) and Torikatsu Gyuniku Ten (JPY 6,000–7,999) in Yonezawa's Yonezawa beef-focused yakiniku tier. The cast-iron pot technique and Tabelog 100 selection in 2024 and 2025 justify the premium over Sakano, which uses conventional grills. Torikatsu Gyuniku Ten offers a broader menu (katsu, multi-course pacing) at a higher price; if you're seeking beef-only focus with offal variety, the mid-tier specialist here delivers better value. Yonezawa Gyutei Good matches the dinner price range but adds lunch service, making it a better choice for daytime visitors.
Meatopia (JPY 2,000–2,999) offers Yonezawa beef at half the cost but lacks private rooms and the ambition of the Tabelog-selected set. For groups or special occasions, the 60-seat capacity here (with private rooms for 4–30 people) beats Meatopia's smaller footprint. Yonezawa Gyuu Tokiwa (JPY 8,000–9,999) targets the splurge tier with a broader sake selection and premium cuts; if you're budget-conscious or seeking cast-iron technique over top-tier luxury, the mid-tier specialist here is the better call. The trade-off: no lunch service and dinner-only hours (5–9 PM) limit flexibility compared to peers offering daytime slots.
Booking difficulty is lower here than at Tokiwa, which fills weeks ahead. Reserve 3–7 days out for weekdays, 1–2 weeks for weekends. Walk-ins work early Monday–Wednesday (before 6 PM) but not Friday–Saturday. If you're visiting Yonezawa for beef and want award-recognized execution without the top-tier price, this venue is the decision. If you need lunch or broader format flexibility, Yonezawa Gyutei Good is the alternative.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What price range should I expect at Yakiniku Miyoshi?
Yakiniku Miyoshi is in Yonezawa, has a price range of JPY 5,000-5,999, serves dinner from 5-9 PM Monday through Saturday.
Is Yakiniku Miyoshi good for a special occasion?
Yakiniku Miyoshi may be considered for a casual dinner in Yonezawa, with a casual dress code and a price range of JPY 5,000-5,999. It also has Tabelog 100 - Yakiniku - EAST - 2025 recognition. For private rooms, table settings, or special-occasion services, check directly with the venue.
Can Yakiniku Miyoshi accommodate groups?
If you are planning a group dinner, confirm seating, capacity, private-room options, children’s seating, booking requirements directly with Yakiniku Miyoshi.
Is lunch or dinner better at Yakiniku Miyoshi?
Dinner is the service window to plan around: Monday through Saturday, 5-9 PM, with Sunday closed. For lunch hours or lunch pricing, check directly with the venue.
What are comparisons to Yakiniku Miyoshi?
Comparison names include Meatopia, Yonezawa Gyutei Good, Yonezawa Gyuu Tokiwa, Yonezawa Gyuu Yakiniku Sakano, along with other Yonezawa dining options generically. Confirm current hours, menus, prices directly before comparing them with Yakiniku Miyoshi.
What should a first-timer know about Yakiniku Miyoshi?
First-timers should plan for a casual dinner in Yonezawa with a budget of JPY 5,000-5,999. The hours are 5-9 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. Ask directly about specific dishes, parking, station access, seating layout, payment methods.
