[Urawa Gourmet] The Locally Beloved "Yamaichiya" — A Popular Tavern with Unbeatable Value for Both Lunch and Dinner
Located about a 6-minute walk from the west exit of Urawa Station, on the way toward the city hall, "Yamaichiya" is a popular tavern loved by locals. We will introduce the charm of this restaurant, which offers the perfect trifecta of fast, cheap, and delicious service from lunch through dinner.
## 📍 Store Information
**Address:** 1F Towa Building, 1-5-1 Nakacho, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
**Access:** About a 6-minute walk from JR Urawa Station
**Business Hours:**
- Lunch: 11:30–14:00 (L.O. 13:45)
- Dinner: 17:00–23:30 (L.O. 23:00)
**Closed:** Irregular holidays
**Reservations:** Accepted (TEL: 048-711-7565)
**Seating Capacity:** 28 seats (counter and table seating)
## 🍚 The Lunch is Amazing! Choose from 3 Types of Set Meals
The charm of Yamaichiya lies above all in its substantial lunch offerings. You can choose from three types of set meals (A, B, and C), which are perfect for a busy lunch hour.
**Lunch Menu Examples:**
- **Lunch A** - Daily Special Set Meal
- **Lunch B** - Sashimi Set Meal
- **Lunch C** - Motsu-ni (Stewed Offal) Set Meal
At 900 yen, it's an astonishing value that includes rice, miso soup, and three small side dishes. Plus, the thoughtful option to choose your rice portion size (large, medium, or small) is a nice touch!
While it has the warmth of home-cooked food, it is also genuinely delicious. Even on your first visit, the nostalgic flavors will put your heart at ease.
## 🍺 Transforms into an Authentic Tavern at Night
At night, Yamaichiya shows its face as an authentic tavern. It offers a rich variety of bar snacks, focusing on fresh seafood, yakitori, motsu-ni, and fried dishes.
### Recommended Menu Items
**◆ Three-Kind Sashimi Platter**
A signature menu item where you can enjoy fresh seafood. It pairs perfectly with sake and shochu.
**◆ Motsu-ni (Stewed Offal)**
Packed with vegetables and seasoned with a slightly rich flavor that makes the drinks go down easy. A must-have for offal lovers!
**◆ Skewered Grilled Meat (Tare/Salt)**
It's great that you can order from just one skewer! Both the tare (sauce) and salt versions are delicious.
**◆ Fried Chicken (3 pieces)**
Crispy and juicy fried chicken. Delicious and cheap!
**◆ Egg Fried Rice**
Very filling! A masterpiece so delicious you'll find yourself overeating. You can choose from 7 different types of fried rice.
**◆ Lightly Pickled Cucumber**
Some say they can drink all night with just this snack. Simple, but you won't be able to stop using your chopsticks!
**◆ Chicken Wing with Mentaiko**
A popular menu item defined by its crispy skin and juicy meat.
## 🍶 A Rich Lineup of Drinks
Yamaichiya is a restaurant that takes pride in its sake and shochu. With a wide selection available, it's irresistible for drink enthusiasts.
- Dedicated to sake
- Dedicated to shochu
- Wine and cocktails also available
Because there is such a wide variety of drinks, there is also the fun of finding your own favorite glass.
## 💰 What About the Budget?
**Lunch:** ~¥999
**Dinner:** ¥2,000–¥2,999 (Reviews suggest around ¥4,000–¥4,999)
Lunch is a great value where you can be satisfied for under 1,000 yen. The appeal is that you can also enjoy dinner relatively reasonably.
## 🏪 Atmosphere of the Restaurant
There are 28 seats in total, including counter and table seating. It is cozy, but that is exactly what creates its comfortable atmosphere.
Private bookings for 20 to 50 people are possible, so it can also be used for banquets and gatherings.
**Payment Methods:**
- Cards accepted (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners)
- QR code payment accepted (PayPay)
- Electronic money not accepted
## 📝 Summary
"Yamaichiya" is a valuable popular tavern in Urawa that can be enjoyed both day and night.
**Yamaichiya's Attractive Points:**
✅ Overwhelming value for lunch starting from 750 yen
✅ Fresh seafood and a rich tavern menu at night
✅ Extensive lineup of sake and shochu
✅ Convenient menu items like skewers that can be ordered individually
✅ Great location, a 6-minute walk from Urawa Station
✅ Supports cashless payments like PayPay
A restaurant that satisfies everyone, from first-time visitors to regulars. If you are looking for "fast, cheap, and delicious" in Urawa, you can't miss Yamaichiya!
When you are looking for lunch or a tavern in Urawa, please be sure to visit "Yamaichiya".
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**Access Information**
📍 1F Towa Building, 1-5-1 Nakacho, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
🚶 About a 6-minute walk from JR Urawa Station
📞 048-711-7565
🌐 [Official Website](https://ggvn700.gorp.jp/)
*Business hours and regular holidays may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
[See details on Tabelog](https://tabelog.com/saitama/A1101/A110102/11039083/)