Tokyo's Must-Visit Steakhouse: Ribera Steak House, Loved by Choo Sung-hoon

A must-visit Tokyo steakhouse on any Tokyo itinerary!

Ribera Steak House - How to get there, tips, and Choo Sung-hoon's video!

"I want to eat here again after eating once." - Choo Sung-hoon

"I think it's the best in Japan." - Choo Sung-hoon

"There's no competition." - Choo Sung-hoon

The place where fighter Choo Sung-hoon, a regular for 19 years, raves about as the best steak restaurant in Japan! 'Ribera Steak House'! Beyond a simple restaurant introduction, detailed information and tips to make it easy for even first-time Tokyo travelers to find and enjoy 200%!This guide will help you conquer Ribera Steak House!

1. Ribera Steak House: What is it? (feat. Tokyo restaurant, Meguro restaurant)

Located in Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Ribera Steak House boasts a history of over 40 years since its opening in 1975. It is a traditional steakhouse. A must-visit destination for tourists in Tokyo, and is also known as the place that comes to mind when one thinks of Meguro steak. In particular, it's famous as a sacred place for fans of professional wrestling, boxing, and mixed martial arts. It's famous not only because of Choo Sung-hoon but also because legendary wrestlers such as Hulk Hogan, The Rock, and Batistahave visited the restaurant. The walls are filled with their photos and autographs, creating a grand atmosphere. This unique and retro Tokyo restaurant is highly recommended!

Choo Sung-hoon introduces Japan's best steak restaurant feat. Choo Sung-hoon's binge eating broadcast ChooSungHoon 310,000 subscribers

2. The secret of Ribera Steak that captivated Choo Sung-hoon? (feat. Wagyu steak, the steak of a lifetime)

Choo Sung-hoon, a regular for 19 years, even raves about Ribera Steak as the best in Japan. What's the secret to its deliciousness? A Tokyo Wagyu restaurant, the steak of a lifetime it truly is!

• Carefully selected top-quality meat: Using Australian Wagyu: Ribera Steak House uses Australian Wagyu and only uses top-grade meat carefully selected by the owner, Yamaguchi-kun.
• Juicy, perfectly cooked: Skilled chefs perfectly cook the thick steak boasting the best texture; crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. You can order your preferred level of doneness, such as rare, medium-rare, and medium.
• Addictive special sauce: Another claim to fame for Ribera Steak House is its secret special sauce. Made with onions, garlic, fruits, and more, this sauce is both sweet and savory, further enhancing the flavor of the steak. (The sauce recipe is a secret!) Choo Sung-hoon is also a big fan of this sauce.

3. Menu Analysis: What should you order? (feat. Value-for-money steak, JMT)

Ribera Steak House offers a variety of steak menus. Value-for-money menus to JMT menus Let's take a look at Choo Sung-hoon's picks and other popular menu items?

• Choo Sung-hoon's Pick: 1/2 pound steak (200g) - Approximately 2,500 yen: Choo Sung-hoon says that instead of the 450g 1-pound steak, he orders the 200g 1/2 pound steak multiple times. It's his own way of enjoying a warm steak multiple times.
• Signature menu: Yokozuna Steak (640g) - 5,400 yen: A gigantic steak named after the 64th Yokozuna, boasting an overwhelming 640g. Recommended for large eaters and food fighters!
• 1 pound steak (450g) - 3,800 yen: Even women can easily eat the 450g 1-pound steak. It's one of Ribera Steak House's signature dishes.
• Batista Steak: There is also a steak menu named after former WWE champion Batista.
• Others: Side menus such as salads, soup, and rice are also available.

4. Price and Payment Method (feat. Cash only, Tip)

The price range at Ribera Steak House is between approximately 2,500 yen and 6,000 yen. Only cash payments are acceptedso it is recommended to bring enough yen cashbefore visiting. (Credit cards are not accepted!)

Tip: There may be a wait, so it is recommended to visit outside of meal times (e.g., late lunch, early dinner).

5. Tips for perfectly enjoying Ribera Steak House!

• Communicate your desired doneness accurately: When ordering, clearly communicate your desired level of doneness, such as rare, medium-rare, medium, or well-done.
• Utilize the special sauce: Enjoy the steak's original flavor first, and then try it with the special sauce for a variety of tastes.
• Order side dishes: Enjoy a more fulfilling meal by ordering side dishes such as salad, rice, and soup. Choo Sung-hoon particularly recommends eating it with rice.
• Take photos: Take a commemorative photo in front of the wrestlers' photos and autographs on the wall. Instagrammable spot!

6. Location and Directions (feat. Tokyo Subway, Meguro Station)

• Address: Tokyo, Meguro City, Shimomeguro, 6 Chome−17−20 Shimo-Meguro Mansion (Search the Japanese address on Google Maps!)
• Directions (using public transportation):<li><span class="ck-list-bogus-paragraph">Subway:</span><ul><li><span class="ck-list-bogus-paragraph">Meguro Station (JR Yamanote Line, Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Toei Mita Line, Tokyu Meguro Line) Get off</span></li><li><span class="ck-list-bogus-paragraph">About 10-minute walk from the west exit of Meguro Station</span></li></ul></li><li><span class="ck-list-bogus-paragraph">Bus:</span><ul><li><span class="ck-list-bogus-paragraph">Get off at Meguro Fire Station (目黒消防署) bus stop, then 2-minute walk (closest bus stop)</span></li></ul></li>
• Use Google Maps: Search "Ribera Steak House" or "リベラ ステーキハウス" on Google Maps for easy access.

7. Ribera Steak House, recommended for these people! (feat. Solo dining is totally possible)

• Steak and meat lovers: Those who want to taste the best steak with a perfect sear, and a special sauce (Tokyo's best steakhouse approved!)
• Fighting and professional wrestling fans: Those who want to visit the sacred place of Choo Sung-hoon and other famous fighters
• Unique restaurant explorers: Those who want a special dining experience at a restaurant with a unique atmosphere (Local Tokyo restaurant, hidden gem)
• Choo Sung-hoon fans: Those who are curious about the taste of the restaurant Choo Sung-hoon has been visiting for 19 years
• Solo travelers: Those who are looking for a place where they can enjoy steak without feeling pressured (Solo dining difficulty: Easy!)

8. Choo Sung-hoon's special request! (feat. Menu development)

Choo Sung-hoon expressed his regret that there is no menu named after him, and is collecting ideas for a 'Choo Sung-hoon Steak' menu. He said that a set menu combining 3 pieces of meat and 2 bowls of rice costing over 100,000 won was rejected (!), so keep this in mind and head over to Choo Sung-hoon's official YouTube channel haha

9. Reasons why you must go to Ribera Steak House!

• 40 years of tradition and unchanging taste: As it has been loved for a long time, it boasts a proven taste.
• Special atmosphere: The unique interior and atmosphere worthy of a wrestling fan's sacred place
• Reasonable price: You can enjoy top-grade steak at a reasonable price.
• Choo Sung-hoon's favorite restaurant: The fact that it's a restaurant approved by Choo Sung-hoon!

10. Useful Japanese phrases

• Steak doneness:
  • Rare: レア (レア)
  • Medium Rare: ミディアムレア (ミディアムレア)
  • Medium: ミディアム (ミディアム)
  • Well-done: ウェルダン (ウェルダン)
• When ordering:
  • "~ onegaishimasu" (~please) Example) "1/2 pound steak onegaishimasu"
• When paying:
  • "Okaikei onegaishimasu" (Please pay the bill)

11. In closing... The visuals... Amazing...

Ribera Steak House is more than just a steakhouse; it's a cultural space for professional wrestling fans and a sacred place. If you want to have an unforgettable dining experience during your trip to Tokyo, places to visit near Meguro Station, if you're looking for the steak of a lifetime, and if you want to taste Ribera Steak House is highly recommended!

"I can't just come and go like the wind, I have to leave a trace of my presence." - Choo Sung-hoon

Like this famous quote, your meal at Ribera Steak House will leave an unforgettable mark on your Tokyo trip.