01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
A longstanding fixture in Shibaura, Mamaya brings together grilled Kuroge Wagyu beef and a hearty selection of izakaya-style Korean plates. On the grill, cuts like Miyazaki beef A5 grilled shabu-shabu sirloin, Hitachi beef A5 kalbi, and the daily "Goku" meat platter let the natural richness of the beef take center stage. Grilling the meat over the wire mesh draws out sweet, fragrant fat, ideal for savoring alongside bowls of rice or a cold drink.
The generous array of side dishes offers just as much reason to order widely between cuts of meat. Substantial plates such as whole squid kimchi, thick-cut steamed beef tongue, and chive jeon go hand in hand with draft beer or fresh draft makgeolli. Diners can also plan ahead by reserving the house ganjang gejang (raw blue crab marinated in seasoned soy sauce) or ganjang saeu prepared with wild-caught shrimp. A well-rounded liquor shelf—stocking Japanese whiskies like Yamazaki and Hakushu alongside various shochu and wines—makes it easy to linger over your favorite pour.
Midday diners can take advantage of convenient, ready-to-eat lunch sets that require no table grilling. Selections include a Kuroge Wagyu tataki bowl blanketed with thin slices of beef, comforting hot chigae stews with tofu and beef tendon, and refreshing sudachi cold noodles, each accompanied by a generous spread of small side dishes. The first floor offers accessible counter and table seats, making quick solo lunches completely stress-free.
Steeped in warm wooden tones, the interior also features second-floor tatami seating where guests can take off their shoes, easily accommodating small group meals or larger parties. Evening diners can also opt for plans like the Nikuzanmai Course with all-you-can-drink options, making dinner reservations a smart choice when planning a leisurely gathering with friends.
