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About this place
Tucked into a quiet Shimokitazawa alley, Niku Bar Bon is an approachable meat bistro featuring Wagyu and horsemeat in a warm, wood-toned interior. Diners often start with the house potato salad, presented with a generous slab of thick-cut bacon where peppery accents meet hearty potatoes. The menu offers varied bites to compare, from yukhoe don topped with raw egg yolk to seared Wagyu nigiri with melting, aromatic fat.
Substantial cuts lead the mains, including grilled horse skirt steak, grilled beef tongue dressed with Kuki sesame oil, and an assorted grill platter tailored for sharing. For pasta dishes, choices range from a duxelles cream pasta carrying deep mushroom flavors to a rich horsemeat bolognese. Lunchtime brings offerings like horsemeat hamburg steaks and grilled beef sirloin, each accompanied by a salad buffet featuring vegetables shipped straight from partnered farms.
A wide wine selection and house-made sangria round out the savory plates, while caramelized apple pie, fluffy French toast, and mascarpone chocolate cake make up the dessert selection. Hand-dripped coffee is also served during lunch. With tables, bar counter seating, and an outdoor terrace, the dining room accommodates everything from group dinners to solo drinks.
