Jiro's Table Kamiitabashi

When you want something truly filling, the headlining Bakubuta fried rice delivers fried rice topped with stamina-style sautéed pork. The smoky wok aroma of the rice combined with generous pork has earned it enough of a following that many order an extra-large portion. Service is swift, making it equally dependable during a tight break or when you simply want to eat without waiting.

The wider selection spans comforting set meals and noodle dishes. Stir-fries like liver with garlic chives in rich oyster sauce or wood ear mushroom with fluffy egg are designed to go well with rice. Set meals come with rice, soup, and pickles, and the soup can be upgraded to ramen for a modest supplement. For noodle cravings, choices range from vegetable-packed tanmen to Jiro's signature soy-dashi ramen and spicy Taiwan mazesoba.

With seating centred around the counter, dropping in alone feels easy and natural. Six-piece plates of Berkshire pork gyoza and smaller side dishes make an effortless accompaniment to a cold beer. Payment can be made in cash as well as electronic options such as PayPay and credit cards, and takeout is available for select items.