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Syokudo and Teishoku restaurant in Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi
What should I order at Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo?
What to order
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Chicken Nanban
Mentioned multiple times as tasty, satisfying, and one of the restaurant's standout dishes, with reviews praising its good flavor and generous portions.
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Fried Chicken
Recommended for being freshly fried, juicy, and very crispy, making it a popular choice for both taste and texture.
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Pork Cutlet
Frequently praised as delicious, filling, and a good value, with one review noting it is fried to order and another saying it was simply tasty.
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Ginger Pork Set Meal
Recommended for being good value and delicious, with a reviewer specifically calling it affordable and tasty.
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Pork Kimchi Set Meal
Highlighted as a regular favorite and described as very good, with strong praise for its taste and overall satisfaction.
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Beef Yakiniku Set Meal
Recommended mainly for its low price and large portion size, with reviews noting it is a great deal and tastes good.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo
Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo is a syokudo and teishoku restaurant in Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi. Reviewers consistently praise its low prices, generous portions, and the variety of Japanese set meals and related dishes, including katsu, chicken nanban, ginger pork, karaage, and pork cutlet demi-glace. The restaurant is described as quiet, clean, and retro or nostalgic inside, with seating that works well for solo diners and students near Yamaguchi University. It serves lunch and dinner, and takes cash only.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Quiet
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo known for?
It is best known for inexpensive teishoku with very large portions, especially katsu dishes like tonkatsu and tonkatsu demi-glace, plus chicken nanban and ginger pork. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the food is filling, tasty, and priced well below 700 yen for many items.
What dishes are most recommended at Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo?
Frequently recommended items include tonkatsu demi-glace teishoku, chicken nanban, ginger pork teishoku, karaage, and pork kimchi teishoku. Reviewers also mention that the rice can be upgraded to a large serving for an extra 100 yen, which fits the restaurant’s reputation for big portions.
What is the atmosphere like at Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo?
The atmosphere is quiet, clean, and slightly retro, with a nostalgic feel from the decor and magazines or books in the dining room. It suits solo diners, students, and people who want a calm meal, and reviewers note that the seating and overall setup work well for both individuals and groups.
Is Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently call it a strong value spot, with many meals under 700 yen and the listed price range at ¥1–1,000. People mention getting very full on a budget, including comments like a family of three eating for around 2,000 yen and large rice portions available for a small extra charge.
What should I know before visiting Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo?
You buy a meal ticket from the vending machine first, then hand it over at the table and return dishes afterward. Reviewers also note that some dishes are cooked to order, so items like tonkatsu may take a little time, but the restaurant is open long hours and is convenient for lunch or dinner.
Is parking available at Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo kid-friendly?
Yes, Yamaguchi Genki Shokudo is good for kids.
