Click for Navigation Harajuku Alley Delights: Taishu Shokudo BEETLE - A Symphony of Retro and Modern Flavors
“Taishu Shokudo BEETLE” is a restaurant that perfectly blends the nostalgic atmosphere of Showa-era public taverns with modern youthful energy. Tucked away in a small alley behind Laforet Harajuku, this eatery attracts a steady stream of diners with its affordable prices, diverse menu, and warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The restaurant’s U-shaped counter exudes a strong Showa vibe, as if transporting you back to the days when uncles gathered after work to drink beer and eat kushiyaki. The wooden tables and chairs, dim lighting, and casually pasted menu papers on the walls all convey a sense of “unpolished yet very personal” aesthetic. But don’t be mistaken, it’s not just old-school charm! The youthful energy of Harajuku also permeates the place, with stylish Harajuku girls occasionally seen holding a bottle of beer, chatting and nibbling on yakitori—a unique scene found only at “Taishu Shokudo BEETLE.”
The charm of this restaurant lies in its “all-day” nature. From opening at 11:30 AM to late at night at 11:30 PM, it’s ready to welcome you any time you’re hungry. When it comes to the signature dishes of “Taishu Shokudo BEETLE,” you definitely can’t miss their yakitori and set meals (teishoku). Here are some must-try delicacies:
Momo-kushi (Chicken Thigh Skewers)
These chicken thigh skewers are a star of the restaurant! Fresh chicken thigh meat is charcoal-grilled to a crispy golden brown on the outside, yet tender enough to make you tear up on the inside. With each bite, the juices burst in your mouth, paired with a bit of salt or the restaurant’s special sauce, simple yet delivering pure happiness. This flavor is definitely the best companion for drinks!
Buta-kata-rōsu Shōgayaki Teishoku (Ginger Pork Shoulder Set Meal)
This set meal is a popular choice during lunchtime. Thick slices of pork shoulder are stir-fried to tenderness and juiciness, with the aroma of ginger filling the air, a mild spiciness with a warm sweetness. Paired with a large bowl of white rice (with free refills!), miso soup, and a small salad, this combination makes you want to say, “Ah~ life is good!” after finishing it!
Aji-furai Teishoku (Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal)
Crispy fried horse mackerel fillets, golden and tempting on the outside, and tender and juicy fish inside, paired with a dash of soy sauce or tartar sauce, simple yet full of flavor. If you’re a big eater, don’t worry, the white rice here is free to refill, so you can eat until you’re full without worrying about your wallet.
Cultural Context: The Modern Rebirth of Public Taverns
In Japan, “taishu sakaba” (public taverns) were a product of the post-war economic recovery period, when the working class gathered after work to drink cheap beer, eat simple snacks, and talk about the day’s hardships. This culture gradually faded with the passage of time, but in recent years, “new taishu sakaba” have begun to revive, becoming a new favorite among the younger generation. “Taishu Shokudo BEETLE” is one of the representatives of this trend.
It’s not just a place to eat and drink, but a social space that transcends generations. Here, you might see office workers and students sitting side by side, a suit-clad uncle sipping beer on one side, and a pink-haired girl ordering skewers on the other. This scene of “new and old mingling” is precisely the cultural message that “Taishu Shokudo BEETLE” wants to convey: no matter who you are, there’s a place for you here.
翻譯日文語音菜單於後方
Japanese voice menu translation provided at the back
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- Restaurant Name: Taishu Shokudo BEETLE Harajuku
- Budget: ¥2,000~¥2,999
- Type: Izakaya (Japanese pub), Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), Horumon (grilled offal)
- Phone: 050-5593-7429
- Reservation: Reservations accepted (reservations before 18:30)
- Opening Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 11:30~15:00, 16:00~23:00
- Saturday, Sunday, and holidays: 11:30~23:00
- Closed: December 31, January 1
- Address: 1F, Harajuku Flat Building, 1-10-23 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
- Access: 124m~134m walk from Meiji-jingumae Station
- Children: Information unclear (inquire with the restaurant)
- Payment:
- Cash payment
- Smoking: No smoking
店舗とのコラボレーションで、無料の音声メニューを作成いたします。ご興味のある方はぜひご連絡ください!goodxssss@gmail.com
實用日語語音
Practical Japanese Audio
실용 일본어 음성
实用日语语音
Excuse me
Menu, please!
Order, please
This one, please
Thank you for the meal
Water, please
How do I eat this?
A small plate, please
May I take a photo?
Excuse me, please change the grill net.
Check, please
Where do I pay?
How much is it?
Can I use a credit card?
I will pay in cash
May I have the receipt, please?
人數
Number of People
인원수
人数
Menu
語音菜單 輕鬆點餐
Voice Menu, Easy Ordering
음성 메뉴, 간편 주문
语音菜单,轻松点餐
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Lunch Menu
Set Meal
Monthly Set Meal
Stir-Fried Meat and Vegetables Set Meal
單數月份
Stir-Fried Liver and Chinese Chives Set Meal
偶數月份
Fried Chicken Set Meal
Curry
Ginger Pork Shoulder Loin Set Meal
Grilled Mackerel Set Meal
Simmered Offal Set Meal
Sashimi Set Meal
Ham & Egg Set Meal
Fried Horse Mackerel Set Meal
Yurinchi Set Meal
Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl
Topping
Ham Cutlet
Fried Horse Mackerel
Two Pieces of Fried Chicken
Raw Egg
Natto (Fermented Soybeans)
Green Chili
Miso Soup
Meals
Seasonal
Seasonal Ohitashi
Seasonal Vinegared Dish
Seasonal Ajillo
Seasonal Nikogori (Jellied Broth)
Appetizer
Liver Paste
Dried Firefly Squid
Miso Konjac
Dried Atka Mackerel
Miso Bell Pepper
Potato Salad
Potato Salad with Mentaiko
Onion Slices
With Cilantro
Edamame
Boiled
Garlic Oil Grilled
Salted Squid
Salted Sea Squirt
Marinated Tuna
Cream Cheese with Katsuo Shutou
Lightly Pickled Cucumber
Pickled Chinese Cabbage
Homemade Sausage
Grilled Eggplant
Grated Daikon with Whitebait
Homemade Atsuage (Deep-fried Tofu)
Chilled Tofu
Takuwan Natto with Nori
Green Chili and Natto Omelette
Ham & Eggs
Charcoal Grilled Chicken Three Kinds Assortment
Sea Cucumber with Vinegar
Garlic Toast
Anchovy Cabbage
Kagoshima Chicken Wasabi
Chopped Green Chili
Simmered Dish
Simmered Offal
Appetizer
Three-kind Sashimi Assortment
Today's Sashimi
Tuna Pieces
Octopus Pieces
Minced Raw Horse Mackerel
Freshly Sliced Liver Teppanyaki
Kagoshima Chicken Yukhoe
Pork Stomach Sashimi
Sea Cucumber with Vinegar
Grilled Fish
Whole Dry
Tuna Collar
Fried Foods
Skin-on Fried Potatoes
Ham Cutlet
Homemade Minced Meat Cutlet
Fried Chicken
Deep-Fried Lotus Root with Seaweed
Deep-fried River Shrimp
Fried Horse Mackerel
Salad
Onion Slices
With Cilantro
Fresh Mushroom Salad
Cilantro Bomber
Beef Skewer
Harami Skewer
Pork Skewer
Pork Head Meat Skewer
Rose Skewer
Heart Skewer
Beef Tongue Skewer
Liver Skewer
Chicken Skewer
Peach Meat Skewer
Gizzard Skewer
Liver Skewer
Chicken Tail Skewer
Skin Skewer
Homemade Tsukune (Chicken Meatball)
Vegetable Skewer
Green Onion Skewer
Shiitake Mushroom Skewer
Mini Tomato Skewer
Garlic Skewer
Avocado Skewer
Five-Kind Grilled Skewer Assortment
Dried Goods
Dried Atka Mackerel
Dried Firefly Squid
Hot Pot & Steamed Dishes
Yudofu (Hot Tofu)
Steamed Clams with Sake
Oden
Radish Sprouts
Egg
Seasonal Vegetables
Homemade Satsuma-age (Fried Fish Cake)
Oyster
Daikon (Radish)
Miso Konjac
Stir-fry
Stir-Fried Pea Shoots
Stir-Fried Meat and Vegetables
Stir-Fried Liver and Chinese Chives
Conclusion
Rice Ball
Crispy Noodles with Thick Sauce
Wasabi Leaf Ochazuke
Rice Set
Set Meal
Grilled Fish Set Meal
Sashimi Set Meal
Stir-Fried Meat and Vegetables Set Meal
Stir-Fried Liver and Chinese Chives Set Meal
Fried Chicken Set Meal
Yurinchi Set Meal
Homemade Minced Meat Cutlet Set Meal
Simmered Offal Set Meal
Ginger Pork Shoulder Loin Set Meal
Curry
Ham & Egg Set Meal
Raw Egg
Natto (Fermented Soybeans)
Dessert
Home Run Bar
Child
Adult
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Drink
Beer
Real Men Drink Black Label
Large Draft Beer
Medium Draft Beer
Daily Craft Beer
Sapporo Lager Red Star
Sapporo Black Label
Kirin Classic Lager
Kirin Ichiban Shibori
Asahi Dry
Moanet Blonde
Premium Alcohol-Free
Asahi Maru F Black Beer Small Bottle
Shochu Naka (Medium Size)
Class A Shochu Naka
Kinmiya Frozen Shochu
Mixing Material
Carbonated Water
Tonic Water
Oolong Tea
Green Tea
Lemon
Shikuwasa (Citrus Depressa)
Vice
Soy Milk
Matcha
Otoko Ume Syrup
Tomato Juice
Hoppy
Hoppy Set
White
Black
Red
Dewar's Highball
Dewar's Highball
Ginger Highball
Cocktail
Fresh Lemon Chuhai
Gin Lemon Tonic
Rum Grape Tonic
Seasonal Sour
Rev Heat
Plum Wine
On the Rocks
Soda
Watered Down (usually alcohol)
Cassis
Orange
Soda
Oolong Tea
Otsurui Shochu
Fuji
The Usual
Kozuru Kuro (Shochu)
Sakura Spring
Shirakake Shiro (Shochu)
Southern Wind
Specialty Pre-Mixed Kettle Sweet Potato Shochu
Large
Small
Bottle Shochu
Class A Kinmiya Shochu
The Usual
Kozuru Kuro (Shochu)
Sakura Spring
Shirakake Shiro (Shochu)
Southern Wind
Sliced Lemon
Pickled Plum
Wine
Glass of Wine
Red
White
Bottle Wine
Robetia Chardonnay
Kuma Cabernet Sauvignon
Soft Drink
Ginger Ale
Dry/Spicy
Sweet
Cola
Oolong Tea
Green Tea
Orange Juice
Cider
Tomato Juice
Premium Alcohol-Free
Ice
Water