Tabelog ratingStamina En (スタミナ苑) is a Tokyo institution, a destination for diners who prize exceptionally high-quality grilled meat and offal above all else. Located in a residential part of the Adachi ward, it has a reputation that draws crowds from across the city and beyond, all willing to wait for a taste of some of the best yakiniku available.
Guests consistently praise the quality of the meat, especially premium cuts like tokujō harami (special skirt steak), jō tan (special tongue), and misuji (top blade). The restaurant is equally famous for its offal, with the mix horumon (mixed offal platter) singled out for its freshness, clean taste, and varied textures. Beyond the grill, signature dishes include rich simmered items like gyūsuji daikon (beef tendon with radish), spicy tegutansu-pu (beef soup), and a popular annin dōfu (almond jelly) for dessert. The atmosphere is lively, old-school, and famously smoky from the tabletop grills.
The main drawback is the wait. Queues of one to three hours are standard, and the restaurant takes no reservations. The intense smoke means your clothes will carry the smell of grilled meat home with you. A few reviewers also note that some of the most sought-after cuts can sell out or may be unofficially reserved for regular customers.
A typical dinner costs between ¥6,000 and ¥8,000 per person. Reviewers recently paid around ¥2,600–¥3,000 for tokujō harami, ¥2,800–¥3,200 for jō tan, and ¥3,500 for misuji. Larger orders or special courses like the 'Tenjiku' can push the bill to ¥15,000–¥25,000 per table. For those who prioritize meat quality, it's considered excellent value; for those who dislike queues and smoke, less so.
- Getting There: The restaurant is not near a train station. The recommended way to get there is by taxi from JR Oji Station. Staff can help call a taxi for your departure.
- Reservations & Queues: No reservations are accepted. Expect a long wait. Arriving 1-2 hours before opening is advised for the first seating. Your entire party must be present to be seated.
- Payment: Cash only. Credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments are not accepted. A service charge is added to the bill.
- Age Restriction: School-age children are welcome.
- Menu: A QR code menu with some language options is available. Staff can offer helpful recommendations, but be aware that popular items can sell out quickly.
- Atmosphere: The dining room is non-smoking, but it gets very smoky from the grills. Do not wear fine clothes. An outdoor smoking area is available.
- Seating: There are 52 seats, including tatami mat seating. No private rooms are available.
- Parking: Parking is available behind the restaurant.