Uya 四代目菊川 Japanese Unagi Restaurant

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Uya 四代目菊川 may have opened its doors at Wheelock Place just recently, but it has served discerning di ...More

Uya 四代目菊川 may have opened its doors at Wheelock Place just recently, but it has served discerning diners for more than four generations back in Japan. What it does best is the exquisite, perfectly grilled traditional unagi and Uya 四代目菊川 aims to offer up its authentic rendition of the Japanese delicacy at affordable prices. The eels are carefully selected and this commitment to quality and freshness shows from the crispy, fluffy, and creamy unagi. In fact, the tare, or sauce, is made using Uya’s highly treasured secret recipe that has been passed down through the generations. The eel is delivered live from Japan and stored behind the kitchen before they are prepared and grilled daily.

The main star here’s definitely the Hitsumabushi served with condiments, broth, soup, and pickles. The best way to savour the different flavours is simply to divide the unagi rice into four portions and enjoy it with some condiments, with the dashi broth and condiments provided, on its own, or any way you like! Different flavours come through with every quarter, making for a delightful culinary experience that’s truly exciting. No part of the eel goes to waste, so don’t forget to try the Kimoyaki (grilled liver) and the Hone Senbei (Bone Crackers) - they taste as delicious as they sound intimidating. Don’t pass up on this gem even if you don’t enjoy unagi. Dishes such as the Rare Wagyu Rice Bowl, the Sashimi Moriawase, and Oyster Tempura will also give you plenty reason to return! (Aug 2018)

Dishes we love

Hitsumabushi, Grilled Eel with Salt, Sashimi Moriawase, Crispy Bone, Liver Ponzu

Tripadvisor travellers' choice award winner 2020

This restaurant was awarded the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards in 2020 as they have consistently earned great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.