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About this place
At lunchtime, you can cook meat at the table as part of a set meal, or opt for a rice bowl for a quicker meal. Saikoen Kanteki offers both approaches. One diner chose a charcoal-grilled set with 120g of meat, including kalbi (short rib) and skirt steak, and was pleased with the generous portion. The set also comes with kimchi and soup, with free refills of rice, making it a substantial lunch. The meat bowl is a different choice from the set, which is grilled at the table. One person who tried the bowl said they would like to try the grilled lunch next time; if the hands-on yakiniku experience appeals, the set may be worth considering.
In the evening, the menu ranges from familiar cuts such as salted tongue, loin and kalbi to less familiar choices. One dinner guest enjoyed the savoury salted tongue and a loin that felt rich but not too heavy. If you are deciding between kalbi and skirt steak, kainomi is another option: the menu describes it as a cut that falls somewhere between the two. A diner found that it paired well with salt, balancing richness with a meaty flavour. The yukhoe ordered alongside it was said to go well with the richness of the egg yolk. The menu also lists seared yukhoe, another dish to consider between rounds of grilled meat.
Choosing a final dish can be part of the pleasure, too. One diner singled out the oxtail soup, noting its tender, slow-cooked meat and well-balanced flavour. Bibimbap and cold noodles are also options, or you could finish with soup. The restaurant serves both lunch and dinner and advertises a food happy hour. Reservations are available and recommended for dinner, so booking is one option when planning a meal with a group.
