Riverside YaoYa

Name: Riverside YaoYa
Address: Meguro City, Higashiyama, 3 Chome−1−3 1F, Tokyo
Price range: ¥330 - ¥1480

リバーサイドヤオヤ

Riverside YaoYa *Prices shown above are tax-exclusive.

★ 4.0 (150) 📍 Meguro City, Higashiyama, 3 Chome−1−3 1F

Recommended Charcoal-Grilled Dishes

Grilled Saury with Liver Soy Sauce Marinade

さんま肝醤油漬け焼き

Pacific Saury grilled over charcoal in a special soy sauce marinade made with its own liver. The slight bitterness of the liver and the richness of the soy sauce enhance the umami of the fatty saury. Perfect as a snack with drinks.

¥1,280 ≈ $8.00

Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Shoulder

炭焼きラム肩ロース

Lamb shoulder loin with a good balance of fat and lean meat, grilled juicy over charcoal. The charcoal aroma mellows the distinctive gaminess of lamb and concentrates its umami. Enjoy simply with salt or spices.

¥1,480 ≈ $9.00

Kawachi Duck Tataki Tartare with Tomato Ponzu

河内鴨のタタキタルタル〜トマトポン酢〜

A dish of fresh Kawachi duck, lightly seared and made into tataki (seared meat), served with tartare sauce. The acidity of the tomato ponzu sauce perfectly complements the sweetness of the duck fat, making it refreshing. It has a rich yet crisp flavor.

¥1,480 ≈ $9.00

Skewers

Bongiri (Pope's Nose)

ぼんじり

Chicken tail bone meat, which is very fatty and juicy with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Grilling over charcoal removes excess fat and adds a fragrant char.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Hatsu (Chicken Heart)

はつ

Chicken heart. Characterized by its firm, springy texture and mild, lean flavor.

¥330 ≈ $2.00

Sunagimo (Gizzard)

砂肝

A part of the chicken gizzard, characterized by its unique, firm, crunchy texture. It's low in fat, light, and best enjoyed grilled with salt to appreciate its texture.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Yagen (Cartilage near breastbone)

やげん

Cartilage from the tip of the chicken's breastbone, with a little meat attached. You can enjoy the crunchy texture of the cartilage and the juicy umami of the meat simultaneously.

¥330 ≈ $2.00

Sasami (Chicken Tenderloin)

ささみ

This is a cut from the inner part of chicken breast, low in fat, tender, and with a light flavor. It is finished with a moist texture without overcooking and is often enjoyed with wasabi or plum for a refreshing taste.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Harami (Skirt Steak)

はらみ

A rare cut from the chicken's diaphragm, with only a small amount available per bird. It's fatty, juicy, and characterized by its unique umami and tender texture.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Liver

レバー

Chicken liver. Characterized by its rich, creamy taste and smooth texture. Fresh liver has little gaminess and pairs excellently with sauce.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Seseri (Neck Meat)

せせり

Chicken neck meat, a well-exercised part, resulting in a firm texture and rich meaty flavor. The juices overflow with each chew.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Negima (Chicken and Scallion Skewers)

ねぎま

A classic yakitori dish with chicken and scallions alternately skewered. The balance between the savory fat of the chicken and the sweetness and aroma of the grilled scallions is exquisite.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Tsukune (Chicken Meatball)

つくね

Ground chicken formed into balls. They may contain cartilage or vegetables mixed in for texture. Pairs well with sweet and savory sauce.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Soft-Boiled Quail Egg

半熟うずら

Skewered quail eggs, cooked to a soft-boiled state with a runny yolk. Enjoy the popping texture of the white and the rich yolk.

¥330 ≈ $2.00

Ginkgo Nuts

銀杏

Skewered and grilled ginkgo nuts. Characterized by a unique slight bitterness and chewy texture, popular as an autumn delicacy. Enjoyed simply with salt.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Shiitake Mushroom

椎茸

Thick shiitake mushrooms grilled over charcoal. Grilling concentrates their umami, resulting in juicy extracts and a rich aroma.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Avocado

アボカド

Charcoal-grilled avocado. Grilling makes it even creamier and richer, enhancing its melt-in-your-mouth texture.

¥480 ≈ $3.00

Tomato and Scamorza Pork Roll

トマトスカモルツァ豚巻き

Skewers of pork wrapped around tomatoes and scamorza cheese, then grilled. The heat from the tomato, the aroma of smoked cheese, and the richness of the pork fat combine into a Western-style grilled skewer.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Charcoal-Grilled Vegetables

Eggplant with Mapo Meat Miso

赤茄子〜麻婆肉味噌〜

A dish of Kumamoto's specialty red eggplant, grilled over charcoal and served with a spicy mapo meat miso. The juicy, sweet flesh of the eggplant pairs perfectly with the rich meat miso.

¥730 ≈ $5.00

Bean Sprout and Menma Namul Style

もやしメンマ〜ナムル仕立て〜

A snack of crunchy bean sprouts and menma (bamboo shoots) seasoned with sesame oil in a namul style. It has a good texture and the aroma of sesame oil is appetizing.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Water Spinach with Chicken Oil Dashi Soy Sauce

空芯菜〜鶏油出汁醤油〜

Stir-fried water spinach with chicken oil (chiyu) and dashi soy sauce. Enjoy the crisp texture of the water spinach and the rich flavor of the chicken oil.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Turnip with Shirasu and Karasumi Powder

カブ〜しらすとカラスミパウダ〜

Grilled turnip topped with shirasu (small sardines) and karasumi powder. The sweetness and juiciness of the turnip are accented by the saltiness of the shirasu and the rich flavor of the karasumi.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Appetizer

How to enjoy Ume Suisho

梅水晶の美味しい食べ方

A delicacy of shark cartilage dressed with plum paste called "Ume Suisho". It features a crunchy texture and the sourness of plum, perfect as an accompaniment to sake or shochu.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Iburigakko Cream Cheese

いぶりがっこクリームチーズ

An appetizer combining "Iburigakko" (smoked pickled daikon radish), a specialty of Akita, with cream cheese. The smoky aroma, the saltiness of the pickles, and the creaminess of the cheese are exquisitely matched.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Fresh Zha Cai

生ザーサイ

A fresh, lightly pickled zha cai (preserved mustard greens), unlike typical aged pickles. It has a vibrant green color and offers a crunchy texture and light flavor.

¥580 ≈ $4.00

Yuzu-Scented Lightly Pickled Pickles

柚子香る浅漬けピクルス

Lightly pickled seasonal vegetables with a hint of yuzu. The refreshing aroma and acidity of yuzu cleanse the palate.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Cold Dishes

Crispy Green Pepper Mexican Ver. (2 pcs)

パリパリピーマンメキシカンver (2ケ)

An appetizer where chilled, crisp raw green peppers are topped with spicy Mexican-flavored ingredients. Its refreshing texture, which doesn't let you feel the bitterness of the peppers, is popular.

¥630 ≈ $4.00

Okinawa Zarumozuku ~Ethnic Style~

沖縄ざるもずく〜エスニック風〜

Thick, texturally pleasing Okinawan mozuku seaweed served like soba on a bamboo sieve. Enjoy it with a refreshing ethnic-style dipping sauce.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Adult Potato Salad

大人のポテトサラダ

A potato salad arranged to pair well with drinks, featuring black pepper, mustard, or smoked bacon. It's creamy yet has a punchy flavor.

¥730 ≈ $5.00

Prosciutto Wrapped Salad with Persimmon Mustard Dressing

生ハム巻きサラダ〜柿マスタードドレッシング〜

A salad featuring fresh vegetables wrapped in prosciutto, with a fruity mustard dressing made from persimmons. The saltiness of the prosciutto and the sweet and sour dressing are a great match.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Old Chicken Sesame Wasabi Soy Sauce

親鶏の胡麻わさび醤油

A dish of chewy old chicken meat dressed with flavorful sesame and a spicy wasabi soy sauce. The chicken's umami spreads with each chew, making it a great accompaniment to drinks.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Autumn! 4 Types of Grilled Mushrooms in Broth

秋!! 4種きのこ焼きびたし

A dish of four types of seasonal mushrooms, grilled and then simmered in dashi broth. Grilling brings out their aroma, and they absorb the gentle flavor of the broth.

¥730 ≈ $5.00

Truffle-scented White Liver Mousse

トリュフ香る白レバームース

A smooth mousse made from chicken white liver, enhanced with the luxurious aroma of truffle. Recommended to enjoy with baguette and wine.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

★Fresh! Thigh Tataki Yukke

★新鮮！もも肉のタタキユッケ

A dish of fresh chicken thigh meat, lightly seared on the surface, thinly sliced, and seasoned yukke-style. Enjoy the rich and mellow flavor by mixing with the egg yolk.

¥1,100 ≈ $7.00

Warm Dishes

Green Curry Spring Roll (1 pc)

グリーンカレー春巻き (1本)

Fried spring rolls filled with spicy green curry flavored with coconut milk. Enjoy the contrast between the crispy wrapper and the melting curry filling.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Sake Snack! Shaka Shaka Gobo

酒肴！シャカシャカごぼう

Thinly sliced or stick-shaped burdock root, deep-fried into chips. Enjoy the crispy, light texture and the earthy aroma of burdock, which pairs well with drinks.

¥780 ≈ $5.00

Tropical Buffalo Chicken Wings

南国風バッファローチキン (手羽唐)

Fried chicken wings coated in a tangy and spicy buffalo sauce. With a tropical twist, it pairs excellently with beer.

¥930 ≈ $6.00

Tripe Stewed in Arrabiata Sauce

トリッパの煮込み〜アラビアータソース〜

An Italian stew of beef tripe (stomach) simmered until tender in a spicy tomato sauce (arrabiata) with chili peppers.

¥980 ≈ $6.00

Lamb No-Sauce Gyoza with Chili Oil and Cilantro

ラム汁なし水餃子〜辣油パクチ〜

Boiled dumplings filled with lamb mince, topped with spicy chili oil and plenty of cilantro. An ethnic dish with the flavor of lamb and the aroma of cilantro.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Torrijo (Chicken and Watanabe Mushroom Ajillo)

トリージョ (鶏肉と渡辺マッシュルームのアヒージョ)

Ajillo (stew) of chicken and mushrooms cooked in garlic-infused olive oil. The oil, infused with the flavors of the ingredients, is perfect for dipping with baguette.

¥1,080 ≈ $7.00

Chicken Nanban with Homemade Tartar Sauce

チキン南蛮〜自家製タルタル〜

A classic dish originating from Miyazaki, featuring fried chicken coated in sweet and sour sauce, topped with plenty of homemade tartar sauce. It's hearty and pairs well with both rice and drinks.

¥1,080 ≈ $7.00

Watanabe Mushroom Gratin

渡辺マッシュルームのグラタン

A gratin made with plenty of flavorful mushrooms, baked with white sauce and cheese. A hot dish where you can enjoy the rich umami of the mushrooms.

¥1,180 ≈ $8.00

Delicious French Fries

美味しいフライドポテト

Carefully fried french fries, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Simple yet irresistibly delicious.

¥880 ≈ $6.00

Dessert

Chicken Over Rice

チキンオーバーライス

A New York street food dish with spiced chicken served over saffron rice, topped with yogurt sauce and chili sauce.

¥800 ≈ $5.00

Special Chicken Paitan Ramen

特製鶏白湯ラーメン

Ramen with a cloudy, creamy soup made by simmering chicken for a long time to condense its flavor. It's rich yet has a mild aftertaste, perfect for finishing a meal.

¥1,100 ≈ $7.00

Grilled Onigiri

焼きおにぎり

Onigiri (rice ball) brushed with soy sauce and grilled over charcoal for a fragrant finish. The crispy texture of the grilled surface and the aroma of burnt soy sauce are appetizing.

¥580 ≈ $4.00

Sweetness

BIG BABY Ice (Passion Fruit)

BIG BABYアイス (パッションフルーツ)

An ice cream with the refreshing acidity and tropical aroma of passion fruit. Perfect for cleansing the palate after a meal.

¥580 ≈ $4.00

Masudaen Matcha Tiramisu

増田園の抹茶ティラミス

A Japanese-style tiramisu luxuriously made with flavorful matcha. The richness of mascarpone cheese and the slight bitterness of matcha create a exquisite harmony.

¥680 ≈ $4.00

Minoh Beer (Osaka)

¥1,200 each

Osaru IPA

おさるIPA

A pale IPA with a perfect balance of hop aroma, bitterness, and body.

An IPA from Minoh Beer in Osaka. It features a hoppy, floral aroma and solid bitterness, but has a smooth, well-balanced taste.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Pale Ale

ペールエール

A crisp, classic ale with citrus hop aroma and bitterness.

A standard pale ale. Enjoy the refreshing aroma of citrus hops, a pleasant bitterness, and a clean finish.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Weizen

ヴァイツェン

A wheat beer with a fruity, smooth mouthfeel that becomes more flavorful the more you drink.

A South German-style wheat beer. Characterized by fruity aromas reminiscent of banana and clove, and a soft, low-bitterness mouthfeel.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Pilsner

ピルスナー

A flavorful lager beer fermented and aged slowly at low temperatures.

A Czech-style Pilsner. Carefully aged at low temperatures, it is a refreshing beer with a good balance of malt umami and hop bitterness, and a crisp finish.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Stout

スタウト

A dark beer with a creamy smoothness and a dry finish, featuring roasted malt flavor.

A dark beer with a roasted malt aroma. Despite its dark appearance, it has a dry, light palate and a creamy head.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Craft Gin (SiCX Tokyo)

¥1,000 each

OYAOYA ORIGINAL YUZU

(YaoYa Original Yuzu Gin) Made with 13 botanicals including juniper berries and coriander seeds. It has a crisp taste that doesn't interfere with food, with a hint of yuzu aroma.

An original craft gin that highlights the aroma of yuzu. It has a crisp taste that pairs well with meals, including Japanese cuisine.

¥1,000 ≈ $6.00

SPICE MAGIC

(Spice Magic) Made with 27 spices to directly experience the spices. An unexpected citrus top note that makes you wonder, "Doesn't it have fruit?"

A gin with a complex aroma blended from a wide variety of spices. Despite being spice-derived, it has a mysterious flavor with a citrus-like freshness.

¥1,000 ≈ $6.00

TROPICAL MANGO

(Tropical Mango) A tropical gin that evokes the tropics. Features tropical fruits, spices, and mugwort.

A gin characterized by the sweet aroma of tropical fruits like mango. While fruity, it's balanced by spices and mugwort.

¥1,000 ≈ $6.00

LEMON CITRIC

(Lemon Citric) "A healthy lemon sour that your body will love" Sour and super refreshing!!

A gin with intense lemon acidity and fresh aroma. When mixed with soda, it has a very refreshing taste similar to a lemon sour.

¥1,000 ≈ $6.00

Beer

Asahi Maru-efu (Draft)

アサヒマルエフ（生）

A draft beer from Asahi Breweries with a mellow umami and a soft mouthfeel, featuring a dry finish. Its balanced taste is easy to drink.

¥480~ ≈ $3.00

Red Eye

レッドアイ

A cocktail made by mixing beer with tomato juice. The acidity of the tomato mellows the bitterness of the beer, making it a refreshing and healthy choice.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

Grapefruit Beer

グレープフルーツビール

A beer cocktail made by adding grapefruit juice to beer. The fruity aroma and citrus bitterness pair well with the beer.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

Non-Alcoholic Beer

ノンアルコールビール

A non-alcoholic beer-like beverage. Allows those who don't drink alcohol or are driving to enjoy the atmosphere and taste of beer.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Chuhai

Plain

プレーン

A simple chuhai made by mixing shochu with soda water. It has a dry taste that doesn't overpower any dish, making it easy to pair with any meal.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Lemon

レモン

A classic lemon sour. The refreshing acidity and aroma of lemon are excellent with fried foods.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Grapefruit

グレープフルーツ

A chuhai with grapefruit juice. A popular flavor with a balance of sweet and sour notes and a hint of bitterness.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Tomato

トマト

A chuhai made with tomato juice. It's refreshing, easy to drink, and a healthy option as it provides lycopene.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Pickled Plum

梅干し

A chuhai with whole pickled plums. By crushing the plum as you drink, the sourness and saltiness spread, stimulating your appetite.

¥650 ≈ $4.00

Biwamin

ビワミン

A sour made with the health vinegar "Biwamin", which contains loquat leaf extract and grape vinegar. It has a fruity, sweet and sour taste.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Gari (Pickled Ginger)

ガリ

A chuhai made with sushi-style gari (pickled ginger). The sweet and sour taste and the spiciness of the ginger create aクセになる (addictive) refreshing drink.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Goro Goro Lemon (Whole Lemon)

ゴロゴロレモン

A lemon sour with plenty of cut frozen lemons. Instead of ice, it contains lemons, so the lemon flavor intensifies over time.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Lemon Pickles

レモンピクルス

A sour made with salted or pickled lemons. It offers a unique saltiness and umami, different from a regular lemon sour.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

Various Oolong Tea Highballs

お茶ハイ各種

A refreshing drink made by mixing shochu with tea. It doesn't interfere with the taste of your meal and is very light.

¥600~ ≈ $4.00

Cardamom Sour

カルダモンサワー

A sour made with liquor infused with cardamom, known as the "queen of spices." Enjoy its refreshing and exotic aroma.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Iyo Cola Chuhai

伊良コーラ酎ハイ

A chuhai mixed with "Iyo Cola", a craft cola. Enjoy the complex and deep cola flavor with a hint of spice.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Western Liquor

Highball

ハイボール

A highball made with whisky and soda. A classic cocktail that allows you to enjoy the carbonation and the aroma of whisky, pairing well with meals.

¥680~ ≈ $4.00

Yoichi

余市

A single malt whisky from Yoichi Distillery in Hokkaido. It features a powerful, robust flavor and a smoky aroma.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Miyagikyo

宮城峡

A single malt whisky from the Miyagikyo Distillery. Characterized by its華やか (gorgeous) fruity aroma and smooth mouthfeel.

¥1,200 ≈ $8.00

Various Craft Gins

クラフトジン各種

Please see the first page

Craft gin made with unique botanicals. Refers to gins like SiCX Tokyo found on a separate menu (page 1).

¥1,000 ≈ $6.00

Wine

Various Natural Wines

ナチュラルワイン各種

(Red, White, Rosé, Orange, Sparkling) *Please see the wine list for details!

A natural wine made from grapes cultivated with minimal chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Enjoy the pure taste of the grapes.

Shochu

Various Shochu

焼酎各種

Awamori, Ginger, Various available!

A Japanese distilled spirit. The flavor varies depending on the raw ingredients, allowing you to enjoy the sweet aroma of sweet potato or the roasted aroma of barley. Enjoy it on the rocks, with water, or with soda.

¥700~ ≈ $4.00

Homemade Coffee Shochu

自家製コーヒー焼酎

(Oolong Tea Mix or Soy Milk Mix)

Homemade liquor made by steeping coffee beans in shochu. The roasted aroma of coffee combines with the richness of shochu, and it's enjoyed mixed with oolong tea or soy milk.

¥800 ≈ $5.00

Sake (Japanese Rice Wine)

日本酒

A traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made by fermenting rice and rice koji. Depending on the brand, they range from fruity to dry.

¥1,200~ ≈ $8.00

Umezu Brewery's Dobu Highball

梅津酒造のドブハイボール

A highball made by mixing Doburoku (cloudy Japanese sake) from Umezu Brewery in Tottori Prefecture with soda. You can enjoy the rich umami of rice and the refreshing carbonation at the same time.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Fruit Liqueur

Izumibashi Brewery's Yuzu Liqueur

泉橋酒造のゆず酒

A yuzu liqueur based on Japanese sake. The rich aroma and acidity of yuzu harmonize with the mellow taste of sake.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Umenoyado Brewery's Goshigoshi Umeshu

梅乃宿酒造のあらごし梅酒

A plum liqueur blended with plenty of plum pulp. A dessert-like drink with a thick, syrupy texture and the luxurious sweet and sour flavor of plums.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Soft Drinks

Various Teas

お茶各種

(Green Tea / Oolong Tea / Jasmine Tea / JAWA)

Non-alcoholic assorted teas. Enjoy a refreshing accompaniment to your meal.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Ginger Ale

ジンジャエール

A carbonated drink with a ginger flavor.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Grapefruit Juice

グレープフルーツジュース

A 100% fruit juice with the refreshing acidity and bitterness of citrus.

¥550 ≈ $4.00

Biwamin Soda

ビワミンソーダ

A soda mix of the health vinegar "Biwamin", which contains ingredients like loquat leaf extract. It has a sweet and sour, easy-to-drink taste similar to grape vinegar.

¥600 ≈ $4.00

Craft Cola

クラフトコーラ

A handmade cola made with a blend of spices and herbs. It has a spicy, gentle sweetness different from commercial colas.

¥700 ≈ $4.00

Yuzu Cider

柚子サイダー

A carbonated drink made with yuzu juice. It has a strong yuzu aroma and a refreshing sweetness.

¥750 ≈ $5.00

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