Ultra-Exclusive Pocket List: Top 10 Must-Try Sukiyaki Spots

▲ MoMo Paradise Sukiyaki. (Photo / Provided by MoMo Paradise)

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Besides piping hot hot pot, sukiyaki is one of the must-eat winter dishes for many people. Tender slices of meat become even more flavorful when simmered in a savory broth of soy sauce, sugar, and mirin, making it truly irresistible. AndDaily’s online temperature gauge has revealedthe top 10 divine sukiyaki spots,plus an exclusive list just for you.Sukiyaki lovers might want to add these restaurants to their go-to list.

1.MomoParadise
The well-known all-you-can-eat sukiyaki restaurant “Momo Paradise” takes the top spot in this ranking. In addition to its tender beef, the restaurant’s super chewy udon noodles and exquisite desserts are also reasons many people flock here. Moreover, this place is often visited by celebrities—dining here might just lead to a chance encounter with a star.

Location: No. 42, Section 1, Fuxing South Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Phone: (02)2772-1577
Official Website

2. Kitazawa Sukiyaki Specialty Shop
When visiting Taichung’s Jingming shopping district, you can’t miss Little Kitazawa. Little Kitazawa is the predecessor of Kitazawa Sukiyaki, but while Kitazawa offers communal pots, Little Kitazawa serves individual portions. The shop’s signature sauce is imported directly from Japan, and many netizens say they always order at least 25 plates of meat here—that’s how popular it is.

Location: No. 136, Section 2, Gongyang Road, Nantun District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-23209922
Official Website

▲ Kitazawa Sukiyaki. (Photo / FromKitazawa Sukiyaki Specialty Shop’s Fan Page)

3. Ichibancho Sukiyaki
The third-place spot is another crowd-favorite. Ichibancho Sukiyaki emphasizes high-quality all-you-can-eat beef, with some cuts being U.S. Prime grade. Additionally, its rich broth, infused with the sweet aroma of sautéed onions, is another reason highly praised by netizens.

Location: No. 80, Section 1, Heping West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-23686600

▲ Ichibancho Sukiyaki. (Photo / Xiongmao Rudy)

4. Mumu Dining
This sukiyaki spot is located on the B1 floor of Muse Hotel. User reviews are mixed—some say the prices are affordable, the dining environment is nice, and the service is excellent, while others find the sauce lacking in flavor, the ingredients not diverse enough, and the overall experience unremarkable. However, it gets a lot of buzz due to frequent coupon promotions.

Location: B1, No. 776, Zhongzheng Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City
Phone: 02-66200885

5. sukiyaki at Tanbayama
Sukiyaki Tanbayama from Japan specializes in all-you-can-eat sukiyaki hot pot using domestically raised Japanese wagyu beef. The restaurant is also well known for its attentive service — just one visit leaves a lasting impression. In addition to thoughtful service, they even handwrite little notes for guests afterward, which is incredibly warm and personal. A must-add to your must-visit list!

Location: No. 68, Section 4, Roosevelt Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-23629629

▲ Sukiyaki Tanbayama. (Photo / fromSukiyaki Tanbayama’s official fan page)

6. Hoe Suki Yaki Hot Pot
“Hoe Suki” means “using a hoe as a pot.” With traditional Japanese wooden walls and a decor in red and black tones, stepping into the restaurant immerses you in a rich Japanese atmosphere. The restaurant features delicious Angus beef, richly marbled with fine, evenly distributed fat grains, and the meat is tender and juicy. The slices are also cut to the ideal thickness of 1.2mm for eating meat, and you can order unlimited refills.

Location: 1F, No. 19-2, Park Road, Central District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-22271001

▲ Hoe Suki Yaki Hot Pot. (Photo / fromTaichung City Government Tourism Bureau website)

7.SUKI-YA
Ranking sixth is SUKI-YA, a restaurant from Japan. The dining space is comfortable and spacious, with private rooms that offer privacy, giving you a strong sense of security while eating. The placemats are filled with descriptions of traditional ways to enjoy sukiyaki, which is very thoughtful. Netizens highly recommend the Angus beef and plum pork, and even the chicken — not commonly seen in sukiyaki — is quite good too!

Location: 5F, No. 12, Songshou Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-77373996

▲ SUKI-YA sukiyaki. (Photo / fromSuki-Ya Xinyi Branch fan page)

8. Trendy Meat Sukiyaki
The restaurant is known for its diverse ways of enjoying sukiyaki, offering “tableside service with one pot, nine ways to eat, great value for money.” For example, the cheese meat roll wraps a generous amount of cheese inside meat slices — once cooked and popped into your mouth, it’s super stringy. Roasted lamb skewers are also a big hit, or try the flavorful lamb belly, which delivers a rich umami taste that satisfies the palate. This place offers a uniquely flavorful experience.

Location: 1F, No. 41, Dongfeng Street, Da’an District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-27000399
Official website

▲ Trendy Meat Sukiyaki. (Photo / fromTrendy Meat Sukiyaki’s official website)

9. Ching Hua Sukiyaki
Famous for its friendly, generous, and all-you-can-eat style at great value, Ching Hua Sukiyaki has excellent service attitude and super high cost-performance ratio. The restaurant serves Australian beef shoulder that meets inspection standards — the meat is tender and not overly greasy, making it perfect for gatherings with friends or family.

Location: No. 17, Linquan Street, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-7152528

▲Chenghua Sukiyaki. (Photo / fromChenghua Japanese Sukiyaki Fan Page)

10. Sukiyaki Ichidin
Just by looking through the shop’s window, you can see the chef’s exceptional meat slicing skills, which captivate customers and ensure peace of mind. The shop takes pride in its premium beef, which contains no blended meat or chemical additives. One of the shop’s specialties is its crispy roasted salted rice cake, which can be paired with honey, mustard, onion, and cilantro, then topped with fresh beef for a sandwich-like bite — a truly unique way to enjoy it.

Location: No. 12-4, Shuangcheng Street, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-25954699

▲Sukiyaki Ichidin. (Photo / fromSukiyaki Ichidin Shuangcheng Branch Fan Page)

Bonus feature ! Super exclusive hidden gem picks !

1. Hua Kui Sukiyaki
Hua Kui Sukiyaki is tucked away in the alleys of Kaohsiung and is a high-value gem that only locals know about. Aside from its tender and smooth meat, there are also delicate and small-sized special dishes served daily. It’s usually very crowded, and reservations are a must on weekends, otherwise you’ll be waiting in a long queue on-site !

Location: No. 28, Lane 96, Ziqiang 1st Road, Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-2159235

▲Hua Kui Sukiyaki. (Photo / fromHua Kui Sukiyaki Fan Page)

2. Tianshui Suteppanyaki
Kaohsiung is home to the very famous “Tianshui Suteppanyaki,” which is very popular. Its stylish interior makes diners feel especially relaxed. The ambiance is distinctive, and the restaurant's signature seasonal vegetable hot pot is quite refined and adds a nice touch to the meal. Customers often linger and find it hard to leave.

Location: No. 105, Zengzi Road, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-3438188
Official Website

▲Tianshui Suteppanyaki. (Link: Visit the Tianshui Suteppanyaki Fan Page)

3. Asakusa Kinhan
Sukiyaki is a dish that originated from Japan, and if you have the chance to travel there, you must try the most authentic and delicious sukiyaki at “Asakusa Kinhan.” The high-grade wagyu beef is incredibly flavorful when paired with sweet soy sauce — a truly exquisite taste. Prices range from 3800 to 8000 yen, which is roughly around 2500 Taiwan dollars. Although it’s a bit pricey, reviewers say it’s “heavenly — expensive but absolutely worth every bite !”

Location: 3-1-12 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo
Phone: 03-3841-1114
Official Website

▲Asakusa Kanpachi. (Photo / fromAsakusa Kanpachi fan page)

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