01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Step down the basement stairs across from Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, and you will find Sanzou buzzing with retro-modern energy. A natural starting order is the house-signature aged negima skewer. Priced accessibly at ¥99 per skewer, substantial chunks of chicken thigh are grilled until fragrant and succulent, pairing effortlessly with drinks whether finished with salt or tare sauce. Another popular draw is the limited-quantity beef tongue with scallions and lemon, slow-cooked at low temperature to tender perfection, mounded with chopped scallions, and brightened with fresh lemon and cracked black pepper at the table.
Beyond the grill, the kitchen prepares satisfying izakaya fare with extra care. The third-generation Kobe beef tendon stew is simmered down to a rich, glossy gravy that practically begs to be mopped up with garlic toast. The varied small-plate selection also includes spiced Wagyu gyoza, fresh bluefin tuna maguro butsu slices featuring chu-toro, and truffle-scented french fries designed for effortless sharing.
Drinks cover all bases, from draft Sapporo and mega-size Kaku highballs to tea highballs brewed with matcha-infused genmaicha or premium roasted hojicha. Seating includes counter stools for solo visits, spacious table seating, and sunken-floor horigotatsu tatami areas for groups, making it equally handy for theatergoers after a show or gatherings starting from 16:00. Round off the evening with the smooth, rich house-made pudding to complete a comforting izakaya night.
