Japan's Most Popular Fast Steak Shop! Tips for Ikinari Steak

[@JohnnyTurnerMusic]

Paulo: " I fancy a steak, how can i write this off as a business expense " 🤣

[@uzzieb9984]

Lol considering he’s a Filipino in Japan, I’m not sure if his tax season is the same as it is in the west.

[@godnessy]

@@uzzieb9984 His American?

[@uzzieb9984]

@@godnessy I’m not positive, but I believe he’s born in the Philippines but spent time in the states. That doesn’t make him a citizen and I doubt he has to pay American taxes.

[@D-M-J]

@@uzzieb9984 I'm pretty positive he doesn't since he doesn't live in the U.S. he lives in Japan he said he hasn't lived in the states for years

[@kayy1037]

Hahahahhaaa

[@MisisH]

Steak and garlic rice 👌 my husband laughs at me when I say that it’s the best combination 😄

[@watanimo]

Rice is pure carbo so adding it to western dishes will definitely kill them. 😅

[@darksnow1111]

Your husband has a very narrow mind then.

[@MisisH]

@@darksnow1111 hey that’s kinda harsh lol let’s just say we have different tastes 🙂

[@brucewayne3141]

I think you need a new husband and I would like to be considered.

[@lalilulelo]

As a Filipino, I find it difficult to eat red meat without rice.

[@jreyes7977]

I love Ikinari Steak house. They used to have a few open in Manhattan but sadly they all closed. I guess I have to go to Japan to try their delicious steaks once again. Thanks for the great video.

[@chaowu5139]

Miss them too

[@kevintolentino381]

I've had that Ikinari Steak in Tokyo Yaesu underground mall back in 2019. Only discovered it in a game. I ordered the steak with side of veggies and rice as well. It was Friday night and that restaurant in Tokyo was jampacked. That time I thought I could order the steak right away as the chef already knew what I wanted but I asked for an extra sides plus the main meal, he got confused, luckily there were english-speaking employees who just got off from their office and offered their assistance as translators and eventually, they were able to relay my additional order to the chef and in just few mins, I got my order. Those gentlemen are really friendly and helpful, it made our rainy friday night memorable.

[@EmirDessu]

"i discovered it in a game" yakuza or judgement ?

[@tre97ablex24]

@@EmirDessu judgment had a whole side quest dedicated to this place

[@1-person-startup]

how was the steak?

[@probro2779]

my fellow yakuza gamer

[@chrismoe1226]

“Juiced up like fighters in the Pride days.” Lol. That’s awesome!

[@jeenayo363]

Paolo, why are you torturing me????!🤣 Even my 8yo son cannot forget his Ikinari steak experience the last time we were in Tokyo. Affordable but high quality steak. We love it!💜

[@Parasprites]

love ikinari they opened up a really successsful restaurant in new york, then got overambitious and expanded to 11 different ones in the city and and one by one they all closed and now theres just no ikinari at all in new york (permanently closed for pandemic and never reopened), i miss them

[@jeffreys.5957]

I didn't realize they'd been successful. I saw them all opening up and it just looked like expensive food at uncomfortable tables, so I never tried it. I wasn't surprised when they all shut down.

[@ChristopherCricketWallace]

Ikinari is a 6 out of 10 by American ideals. This style of steak house would not work in NYC. Not in most of the country, actually. It just doesn't match with American tastes. It's good, though. Just not a good match for the US

[@Parasprites]

@@ChristopherCricketWallace i agree, most people weren't kind to the standing tables when they first opened plus steak isn't something people see as a casual thing to eat in america but rather something you go to a steakhouse and get table service at, though i will still miss the stuff he features in this video regardless

[@jeuno.]

@@ChristopherCricketWallace I also definitely do agree, it is definitely a good concept although it wouldn't and probably didn't exactly work well in the US because of the perception that steak is something that is not meant to be eaten casually. Hopefully they might reopen in the US with a more suitable strategy while making good quality steak still affordable and quick!

[@epvendetta]

@@ChristopherCricketWallace you're right. It's unfortunate because steak at a restaurant is a little overrated. I've been to decent steakhouses here in the US and I haven't tasted anything I can't make at home.

[@nomastersnogods9303]

Can we all appreciate the fact that this guy Paolo never disappointed us with his content 🤗 🥰 🤚

[@charliemcintosh2762]

3:05 "it is juiced up like fighters back in the Pride days" Love that reference

[@JoeyBonzo]

Got an audible chuckle out of me, was not expecting that 😂😂

[@mrpopenfresh]

"Juiced like fighters back in the Pride days" I appreciated that reference.

[@anupranavde9290]

LOL, man I chuckling and simultaneously somewhat offended.

[@christopherandrew6545]

Came here for this

[@firstnamelastname4114]

The comment I was looking for. Here’s a like 👍🏾

[@vipq45]

Had to scroll down for this!!! lol I miss Pride FC !!!

[@Spongeb0bSqu4repants]

Same, not the first place id expect to hear it haha

[@blue227]

I love their motto at the entrance, "This is The Very Steak, The Big Cut of Steak"

[@thomaselers7416]

This!!!!! ⬆️ ☝️🤓

[@DrBrainteaser]

So when you suddenly feel like eating a steak, you order an ikinari steak! That's great! 😋

[@anaveragejoe6710]

Japan is an amazing country ! Japanese people are smart and hardworking !

[@fdama]

How is this related to steak?

[@lukevolnhyr6169]

Because if other people had an ounce of brain they'd actually make nice restaurants like this. There's a reason we're watching this rather than going to (your country's) restaurants lol

[@lukevolnhyr6169]

I live in a highly developed area in america and most our story dairys spoilt ,restaurants are bad, etc like bruh ofc japanese are smart

[@user-lk7ir8cn2g]

温めて直すのは初めて知った！ 次回、やってみる！ 自分もレアで食べるのが好きで、 途中で、ぬるいお肉になるのが 嫌だから。 表面は熱々のレアが本当に美味しいよね！

[@markfellows74]

“Juiced up like fighters back in the Pride days.” Hahaha well done sir this MMA fan caught that little gem. ⚡️👊

[@DarienDrakee]

He made another comment that went completely over everyone elses head. I won't say what it was. 🤷‍♂️

[@sythan2000]

Yes 👍 A day in a life of an MMA fighter

[@neetchang]

The best thing is that there are no clerks asking for tips for not doing a great job. and they don't look at you funny when you eat alone!

[@mickeyguajacho9827]

Just say your poor. 😌No need to bring down waiters because you expect people to be on their hands and feet.

[@Messala91]

living wage?

[@shaftinc8739]

The thing great thing about japan. For the most part they dont require a tip (or atleast thats what ive seen)

[@aldillarahmaputri]

When in osaka i already tried this one with my whole family. Its really soo good. I hope can travelling again to Tokyo soon.

[@vminshi]

Paolo is so Filipino for mixing steak in rice haha i love it!!

[@randyboykalakal]

Di siya pinoy

[@cappymons8191]

@@randyboykalakal Filam iirc

[@cyberqueen7784]

Ikinari Steak did make me think "ikinari!?" It sounds like a great indulgence at a fairly affordable price. The restaurant really reminds me of a place 15 minutes away from my house that specializes in serving steak at an affordable price. It may not look great from the restaurant interior, but it's a lot of food for the price.

[@rodyinjapan]

I went there last weekend, their steak is great 😊

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Steak with fried garlic chip, a bit of Shoyu and wasabi is my favourite combo

[@crystaldziadosz-brown9882]

Every time I watch your food videos, I hate I did not try more foods when I went to Japan 4 years ago. I really need to visit again. It all looks so good, and you capture it and present it so deliciously.

[@amdt26og22]

Man I love how you actually show lives of people it's so refreshing and it has me looking up these companies and seeing if they're great or not which is great to know for others incase they're looking for a good company!

[@AsAngelsFall221]

The first time I ever had Ikinari Steak was at a shopping mall in Chiba, really craving it rn!!

[@rocky8838]

Paolo really did say "Enough! Time to put the meat in my mouth!". 😄

[@allansevilla5640]

Your pinoy roots coming out the way you like your garlic rice, lots and lots of garlic! Also combining the sweet sauce with hotsauce!

[@Shibuyagave]

I love "ikinari steak" too! The price is cheap and delicious! いきなりステーキは私も大好きです！値段も安くて、美味しいです！

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

I miss Japan so much. Thanks for your excellent channel Paolo. You work your tail off and always have-- and you've introduced me to some EXCELLENT things to see, do and eat in Japan. What great value this channel is. :)

[@Gabriel-fm8kg]

Man, i think Paolo has such a wholesome personality in camera, just great videos!

[@binuphilip2994]

Right? Such a warm genuine smile. The whole family is cute.

[@KingLuffyYT]

who else is hungry🍴 now?

[@tox1n922]

you're always hungry Luffy

[@robot3759]

0:41 This is The Very Steak,The Big Cut of Steak has my smiling way more than it should lol

[@shaunjapsay945]

My last Ikinari was in Oct 2019 before the pandemic. We went to one of their Shinjuku branches and surprisingly the chef was a foreigner (from Europe not sure if he was French). We ordered in english which makes communication easy. Since tourism is still suspended, Ikinari steak sauces are available in some import stores online.

[@ButacuPpucatuB]

Paolo’s RAAWWRRR when the food hits his dancing tastebuds is magic!! 🥰

[@boomyow313]

I'll get back to this once I'm full. Can't watch this on an empty stomach.

[@Jordan-inJapan]

A wise choice. 😆

[@musictutorials7313]

Me on my way to Order the 2800g Tenderloin for 26,96$ (4:16) That's gotta be the best deal I've ever seen!!!

[@ClashRoyale-os2dw]

Count me in. Really can't miss out on something like that

[@valentinschindlbeck7034]

+1

[@HoshinoMirai]

2800g is quite a lot... If you don't mind I'll take a bite too...

[@Katsuya89]

Glad im not the only one to notice that lol

[@curiousclaus]

Was just about to make a note on this weight on the HIRE and price...must be a mistake..😃

[@Macho_Fantastico]

As someone who loved a good steak, this place looks awesome.

[@aesprica]

I actually stumbled across this the first time I was in Tokyo. My younger brother was getting hangry and he loves meat so we walked in to feed the beast. It was super delicious at a really good price. Sigh now I want to eat it again

[@austinconnor5297]

Sanguine, good morning how are you doing?

[@whoistlovesburbrryshouldst186]

I love your guys culture, and I can’t wait the day that get to experience it in person

[@alcoholicmonkey1980]

For those who have yet to visit Ikinari they serve very good red wine at affordable prices.

[@GIChiyo]

This is like a leveled up version of Pepper Lunch, and I went there so much for lunch the staff knew me lol I would 100% be a regular here, and now its on my list

[@bluestorm1877]

Pepper lunch is my favorite!!!!?

[@clarity4912]

i love pepper lunch!

[@PaulCamantigue]

Pepper lunch in Japan was so fucking good .. it's a shame it's not as good here in the states

[@nguyenthuyduong3717]

They are under the same company so that makes sense.

[@restaurantman]

Pepper Lunch and Ikinari Steak are owned by the same company. Ikinari Steak is positioned above Pepper Lunch in terms of quality and pricing.

[@arbetor12]

little tip from someone in the restaurant industry. when a steak expert recommends a temperature on a cut of steak. go for it. it's always gonna work

[@24b]

Awesome! We’re fortunate to have Ikinari Steak here in Taipei, going to try out some of your tips on my next visit!

[@DrJustininJapan]

I LOVE TAIPEI!!

[@JK-lr4su]

Omg i love ikinari steak so much, me and my dad go mutliple times whenever we visit japan. Ive eaten there atleast 25 times.

[@dianechaniewski293]

I don't even eat meat--but I enjoyed watching you be so excited about your food. :) I'd def. go for the wasabi and soy!

[@Flupke1070]

Paolo, making us drooling in front of that delicious-looking steak and fried rice while Japan's border is closed is a torture 😂

[@winterose2331]

" Juiced up like fighters in the Pride days !!!! " I miss Pride !!!!!

[@Alvaro-qz6qk]

Juiced up like Pride fighters back in the day? Am I the only one who caught that random reference? hahahahah

[@harlza18]

"enough! time to put the meat in my mouth" George Taki somwhere in the world: OHHHHH MYYYYY! me: giggles

[@Ohhaiitsjackie]

I LOVE ikinari steak, super affordable and I love the sides too. Picking how much steak I want is the best part

[@frozenwolfca]

The video looks so tasty. ^.^ Where I live here in London, ON, Canada my husband goes to something like that during lunch at times. Its a local butcher shop / restaurant kind of place. He can pick what he wants and they cook it how he wants it, then he can sit down and eat it.

[@MooD-ff5yc]

"it is juiced up like fighters back in the pride days" eeeyyyy myboi paolo is an early mma fan 💪💪💪

[@philiscute]

I love the PRIDE FC reference!! PRIDE Never Die

[@bey7620]

your videos are so... comforting and warm, maybe because living in Japan has always been one of my ultimate dream

[@7echnoid]

"Juiced up like fighters back in the Pride days!" haha I love it! Don't think too many got that one :D

[@NickPR87]

LOL loved the Pride reference when describing the dish! 🤣

[@RChern]

There's a version of this in Taiwan that includes corn soup. Memories of my childhood...

[@DrJustininJapan]

WOW, I want to try!!

[@Your_Local_WeirdWeeb]

And now I want steak, thank you so much for making me annoy my parents on what I want for dinner tomorrow

[@shaejohnston6339]

Glad to see you enjoying Aussie beef. My company actually indirectly supply the Ikinari business 😀

[@Plumbump]

I love the sign at the front of the place 'This is the Very Steak'

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

tokyozebra.com/tz Just uploaded the latest video behind the scenes in my life on my Tokyo Zebra channel paolofrom.tokyo/cc Help create subtitles in different languages for the community tokyozebra.com/merch Help support the channel and get my Tokyo Merch Want FREE tickets to Japan? Use my code: PAOLO10 and link: bit.ly/2Y46PIH to get 10% off your Bokksu subscription and automatically be entered in their giveaway! Anyone who subscribes before December 31st, even as a gift, will be eligible to win. *Correction (Dec 3 2021) : For US residents, "1" lucky winner will get a free set of tickets to Japan.

[@notthatbad8844]

Thanks

[@Ace-cr9qt]

Can you do the life of a 3-D Japanese animator please please please I would love to see it

[@JerryLPham]

Will you revisit tokyo tower after one piece left it?

[@andyxnebula3897]

@@Ace-cr9qt asking people to make a video about "a day of a life in Japan" is not that easy tbh.

[@Ace-cr9qt]

@@andyxnebula3897 I know but I really love seeing there lives

[@SK1MD]

This looks so delicious. Makes me so hungry.

[@jmac240sx]

Paolo, there's an error at 4:11 with the weights of the tenderloin. You marked the last steak at 2800g instead of 280g I'm assuming. Can't imagine their offering 6.17lbs of meat for that price! 😆

[@eien7228]

they are :/

[@lukevolnhyr6169]

No you can see it goes up slightly per few dozen grams, so 2800 wouldn't make sense. Lol, why would they even sell 6 lbs sign me up 😅

[@eien7228]

they are kind

[@twinturbo9113]

😐 are you slow or just dumb

[@marilynturcotte5304]

North American Restaurants would go crazy if you started creating meals like that at the table!! Let's Do IT!!

[@koolo1984]

Thank you for the excellent content and for making an effort to share all that happens behind scenes

[@rleeder9956]

I’ve never seen him so excited and happy enjoying his meal lol

[@SuperKendoman]

I always thought the shop in Yakuza/Ryu ga Gotoku was made up. My mind is blown! I was so happy when I saw C.C Lemon as a drink in the game as well, I love that drink 😆

[@va8157]

Which yakuza have this restaurant?

[@tongladeeprasitpanya9512]

​@@va8157 I think it's Kiwami 2

[@moisesmandia6287]

yow this is the first time i hear paolo talk in japanese

[@DrJustininJapan]

LOOKS SOOO GOOD!!!

[@danaltamirano2546]

3:00 "And is juiced up, just like fighters back in the Pride days". Out of all channels I follow, I would have never guessed I´ve hear a Pride reference here.

[@KENRBLXGAMING]

Your videos vibes are different it’s smooth!

[@DrJustininJapan]

yes! I was thinking the same thing

[@ParanormalRaccoon]

He enjoys eating as much as Bob Ross enjoys painting, i'ts great :D

[@piero17y65]

He's fake.

[@koriander.k7377]

@@piero17y65 just like your life, loser

[@piero17y65]

@@koriander.k7377 I'm sorry I said that about your daddy.

[@marisha82]

Next time I’m in Japan I’m definitely going to check out this place.

[@austinconnor5297]

M M.. Good morning how are you doing?

[@donaldfyee]

The chief really an expert and each steaks are cook in perfection and top with different sauces... good job paolo

[@spanzek]

That place looks awesome!! I wish that we had that here in the US!

[@restaurantman]

Apparently, the concept did not translate well into the U.S. dining culture. In 2018, Ikinari Steak (the restaurant brand featured in the video) had 11 locations in the U.S. In 2019, the company closed 9 of those locations, citing over expansion. The remaining 2 locations continued to operate at a loss until July 2020, when they also closed.

[@ejaygood]

That is so Filipino of you Paulo! Garlic Rice! Love it.

[@harryquijano3774]

Exactly what I thought

[@asdsdjfasdjxajiosdqw8791]

I've never used wasabi on steak. I should try that.

[@ANAnomalous1]

I always look forward to these videos! I'm grateful for you and your family for being so wholesome and for making such quality and informative content! 😁

[@CitizenLUL]

I hate those youtubers, who show you the good food out there. I always watch them when I'm starving. J/K love you Paolo :)

[@victorhuynh7264]

no one is gonna talk about the quote? "time to put the meat in my mouth!"

[@hiipower7977]

😂😂😂😂I caught that too

[@Jordan-inJapan]

I guess Paolo’s commenters are too polite for that! 😂

[@hiipower7977]

@@Jordan-inJapan we just love Paolo that much lol

[@Erigato2010]

The reheating tip is SERIOUSLY a game changer!

[@andufalha]

I want to visit Japan again!!! Had steak and rice at OCAT (cant remember which floor) during my visit January 2019!

[@Jordan-inJapan]

Hopefully things open up again soon so you can!

[@andufalha]

@@Jordan-inJapan yes!!! Sure hope they open up again soon :)

[@missplainjane3905]

@@andufalha How was the meal ?

[@andufalha]

@@missplainjane3905 the meal was good. The steak was tender & you get free refills for rice!

[@missplainjane3905]

@@andufalha How would you overall rate the food in Japan out of 1 to 10 ?

[@only1gameguru]

I found a japanese place in NJ in the USA that cooked liked that... OMG that takes me back.

[@Jordan-inJapan]

The ‘elephant (cow?) in the room’ here is that they can only make the prices this reasonable because it’s not Japanese beef. Not that I’m complaining or anything. 😆

[@notrowlet]

i mean meat is meat

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@notrowlet well, I know what you mean. But Japanese cows get pretty amazing treatment while they’re alive, and the resulting meat has the fat evenly dispersed so it’s juicier than meat from most other countries. (That said, most Japanese people are perfectly happy to eat Australian beef or whatever, since it’s cheaper.)

[@SandTiger42]

I used to eat all-you-can-eat yakiniku beef in Japan every weekend, for 5 years straight. Cheap AF and it's usually Australian beef. After a few beers it's still a darn good night. You can always make friends with some kids dad who raises beef. I recommend everybody crash that dude's BBQ at least once! ;)

[@Jordan-inJapan]

@@SandTiger42 excellent advice. 🍻

[@1COMIXMAN]

I love steak but no hate it when itsnpink in any way. I know I know that's not how its supposed to be but I prefer it well done with a slightly crunchy outside. I don't mind the extra chewing as long as it tastes good and actually breaks up when I do chew. When i cook steak at home I like to mix sherry wine , worschestshire sauce with some rosemary thyme and garlic and marinade my steaks then grill them well.the wine tenderizes it some while still getting the well done plus the flavor is awesome.

[@jonirnmomba4130]

This is a brilliant business model. There are days I would just love a great steak, but have no desire to get fixed up and drag myself to some overpriced pretentious restaurant.

[@philipdru4782]

you can cook a steak yourself with a pan and a stove. its not hard

[@bhume7535]

@@philipdru4782 after a long day of work getting home and spending time making a steak and whatever else I eat with it is such a hassle.

[@AnonymousSam]

It's also super messy. You need super high heat to cook a steak, so you'll definitely smoke up your kitchen, not to mention all the grease that'll be flying everywhere. Sometimes it's nice to go somewhere and have someone cook it for you in a kitchen that can handle the mess, even if you have to pay a bit extra.

[@uzzieb9984]

@@philipdru4782 you realize people pay for dry aged steak at steakhouses. It’s not something easily replicated with a supermarket steak after a long work day. It’s literally the reason all restaurants exist, convenience.

[@hurricaneb6243]

@@philipdru4782 also, others don't have the time to learn how to cook a good steak. You can spend time fucking up a few steaks to save money in the long run, or just find a dude who's job is to cook perfect steak everyday. I only crave steak once every 2-3 months, so going out for steak seems more practical to me.

[@whitebuffalo4904]

As if I didn’t already love you enough... juiced up like fighters back in the Pride days! Wow.

[@digitaldreams3000]

I’ve missed Paolo’s “MMMmmmmmm” 😁

[@pammieomana3373]

When I first visited Japan way back 2018, my aunt brought me to Asakusa first and had my first meal Japan at Ikinari steak. For a person who thinks eating steak is a luxury, I was so happy to eat ribeye steak like it was my birthday. Ordering was easy, entertaining to see jow your steak was cooked and yes, the sauces are going to bring you different places.. i personally love the ikinari sauce...💕💕

[@evankun27]

"Time to put the meat in my mouth" mm yes.

[@auttoautaut95]

definitely one of my fav place in japan

[@josecaringal]

I can totally relate to his love for Garlic Rice, it's really a Filipino thing hahahaha. ✌🏼🤣💙

[@johnnylchalk2370]

Garlic rice and reheat such a pro tip thanks man

[@randyboykalakal]

2:09 5:02 AYOOO!? PAUSE

[@notthatbad8844]

Lmao

[@nassimsafta3577]

the way you enjoy food makes me so happy

[@samurai_junjiro]

Your video makes the steak look even more delicious! Makes me want to eat steak!★

[@orcasunshine]

Yes my go to steak joint whenever I visit Jap. At the Shinjuku outlet, you stand to eat !

[@GentsScents]

Got me with that Pride comment. Pride never die.

[@charmaineeverett4488]

That cow is still mooing!!😂😂

[@ty895]

"Juiced up like fighters from the Pride days"🤣

[@MolderoSebastian23]

And I’m here eating my in n out watching this food master piece

[@jonatanbuus6928]

Did he just say: "time to put the meat in my mouth"?

[@AmbientWalking]

Beautiful. Love this very much! ❤️ Thanks a lot!