Izakaya Mamehiro Japanese Sake Bar, Harajuku
居酒屋 まめひろ 日本酒バー 原宿店
Recent Reviews
I dropped in around 5 PM, solo. It felt like a place frequented by regulars. The food was flavorful, perfect for pairing with drinks, though the portions were on the smaller side, suggesting it's more of a drinking spot. If you enjoy a nostalgic atmosphere, you'll likely love this place. I remember 1990s-2000s J-pop playing in the background. There were a few rules posted on the wall, so good manners are important. I intended to grab a quick bite, but the bill ended up being surprisingly high. I guess it's pricey for the location.
The oden was delicious! Everything was so flavorful, it was amazing!! I especially loved the sake diluted with broth and the broccoli forest. I'll definitely go back again when I'm in Harajuku!
I visited around 8 pm on a weekend and was led to a cozy, hidden-away private room with a low ceiling 😊. It happened to be a 100 yen oden day, and since there was no menu, we ordered individually while looking at the simmering oden pot. Perhaps because it was late, the broth was a bit sweet, but the light, almost broth-only flavor felt healthy. The beef tendon and mochi cheese mentaiko I ordered separately were also very delicious. (There are no rice dishes, so I recommend ordering something with mochi). It was great to discover such a reasonably priced and homey izakaya in Harajuku ☺️.
It was my first time trying oden at a restaurant, and it was truly delicious, making it a wonderful memory! The shop had a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the owner was a great guy. He felt like a father figure to my best friend. There were a couple of other customers when I visited, and they seemed to be regulars. I definitely want to go back again! They are currently not serving dashimaki tamago (rolled omelet) due to the recent rise in egg prices.
All the dishes, including the oden, are delicious! 🍢 The volume of the broccoli forest is amazing, and the oyster oden is also delicious and highly recommended!! The store's analog feel and the owner's personality are wonderful, making it a place I want to visit again and again!!