Surugaya
A historic unagi restaurant renowned for its charcoal-grilled eel dishes, offering an authentic Japanese dining experience.
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Surugaya
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A historic unagi restaurant renowned for its charcoal-grilled eel dishes, offering an authentic Japanese dining experience.
"The eel is perfect, tender and super fresh! Worth every penny!"
Arrive Early for Queue Number
Get a queue number early and explore the nearby temple or Omotesando Street while waiting.
Consider Weekday Visits
Weekdays generally have shorter wait times than weekends.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese
Price
$$$
Phone
+81 476-22-1133
Address
359 Nakamachi, Narita, Chiba 286-0027, Japan
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Kanto-Style Unagi Mastery
Experience authentic Kanto-style eel dishes with a crispy texture and tender, flavorful meat. Grilled to perfection over charcoal.
Traditional Japanese Ambiance
Dine in a traditional tatami room, offering a serene and authentic Japanese dining experience.
Street-Side Eel Preparation
Witness the impressive street-side preparation of fresh eels, grilled over charcoal for ultimate flavor.
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Arrive Early for Queue Number
Get a queue number early and explore the nearby temple or Omotesando Street while waiting.
Consider Weekday Visits
Weekdays generally have shorter wait times than weekends.
Try Sansho Pepper
Add sansho (Japanese black pepper) to your eel for an extra burst of flavor.
Optional Second Floor Seating
Request the second floor for a more relaxing ambiance away from the bustling ground floor.
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Arrive Early for Queue Number
Get a queue number early and explore the nearby temple or Omotesando Street while waiting.
Consider Weekday Visits
Weekdays generally have shorter wait times than weekends.
Try Sansho Pepper
Add sansho (Japanese black pepper) to your eel for an extra burst of flavor.
Optional Second Floor Seating
Request the second floor for a more relaxing ambiance away from the bustling ground floor.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Surugaya is highly praised for its authentic Kanto-style unagi, featuring crispy skin and tender meat, grilled to perfection. The traditional tatami rooms offer a pleasant dining ambiance. While wait times can be long, many find the experience and delicious eel dishes well worth it. Some reviewers noted the price point as being on the higher side.
"This establishment offers a truly delightful dining experience. The food is exquisitely prepared and bursting with flavor. The presentation of each dish is a feast for the eyes. The ambiance creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend indulging in a meal at this exceptional restaurant."
Hà Giáp
"This eel restaurant is famous and popular. There is usually a long line and you need to get a number first. You can get a number and visit the temple nearby or you can order a to-go bento to save some time.
We ordered one grilled eel over rice with sauce and another grilled eel without sauce.
Definitely recommend the one with sauce.
The fish skin is crispy and the fish meat is tender. There is just the right amount of sauce. Not too sweet or too greasy."
Blue R
"Memorable lunch! We were seated in a traditional tatami room! Had the special eel kabayaki that was wonderfully flavored and the eel soup was amazing! The green tea that is included in the menu was very good!
Because the place is in high demand we had to wait 20-30 minutes after we were seated before our lunch arrived! Attentive staff!"
Ella W
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Frequently Asked Questions
Surugaya is famous for its Kanto-style unagi (grilled eel) dishes, prepared with charcoal and a special glaze.
Arrive early to get a queue number, consider visiting on weekdays, or opt for takeout.
Many recommend the eel with sauce for its crispy skin and tender meat. Adding sansho pepper enhances the flavor.
You can request the second floor for a more relaxing ambiance, away from the bustling first floor.
Yes, the restaurant has traditional tatami rooms with chairs, offering a unique dining experience.
The menu also features items like Dashimaki Tamago (rolled omelet), Tsukemono (pickles), Sashimi, and Yakitori.
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