Anan

There is something appetising about settling in around a tabletop shichirin, a small charcoal grill, and cooking meat as it sizzles on the grate. On the 2F of a building just by Nishi-Kasai Station, Anan is a relaxed place to enjoy yakiniku at accessible prices.

For an à la carte meal, start with the signature Anan Kalbi. Add the salty Anan salted cabbage as a refreshing bite between mouthfuls, then order a few dishes such as salted beef tongue, pork jowl and chicken thigh for a well-rounded spread. Seafood is on the menu, too: plump petit cuttlefish makes a pleasing change on the grill.

If you are ready to eat your fill without keeping an eye on each order, the all-you-can-eat courses are a convenient option. Choices range from the accessible Dai-Manzoku Course to the Anan Course and DX Course, with different plans to suit your budget and appetite. There are drinks including draft beer and highballs, as well as an all-you-can-drink option, making it a practical choice for a lively meal with friends.

At weekends, the restaurant is open continuously from lunchtime, and it stays open until 2:00 every day. Whether you fancy yakiniku on your own or a late-night toast, this is an unfussy place to gather around the charcoal grill at your own pace.