Welcome to Grill Stove

“ A cozy dining experience with expertly crafted dishes. Highlights include the crispy Fried Prawn, rich Creamy Crab Croquette, juicy Hamburger, and fresh Pan-Seared Fish. Paired with an impressive draft beer selection, this family restaurant is a good choice to try Japanese take on western food. ”

“ Grill Stove is a popular, long-established Western restaurant in Ishiyama. I finally visited with my family for dinner. It was a wonderful restaurant that taught me the deliciousness of Western cuisine, neither French nor Italian. The hamburger steak was chewy, and the more I chewed it, the more flavorful it became, not greasy. The angel fried shrimp was large, with a sweet aroma that hit me the moment I took a bite. The smooth cream croquette was infused with the subtle flavor of crab. The winter-only fried oysters, just arrived this season, were huge and fresh, with a firm, plump texture! According to the owner-chef, these oysters are still small, as they're just starting to arrive. The shrimp heads, which I was advised were "edible, even the heads," were lightly battered and almost deep-fried, giving off a crispy, fragrant flavor that oozed out with sweetness and umami. The tough parts of the horns were neatly trimmed off, making it incredibly easy to eat. The tartar sauce, despite being fried, doesn't feel heavy, likely thanks to the sauce. Rich and smooth, yet not overpoweringly acidic, it's perfectly balanced. The smooth, smooth potage soup, carefully strained to bring out the flavor of the potatoes, would make a stand-alone dish. The delicious marinade, which skillfully suppresses the sardine's strong odor while not overpowering the vinegar, is also incredibly well-crafted. Every detail is meticulously crafted. Every dish is carefully selected for its high-quality ingredients, and no detail is cut corners, from the cooking process to the balance of the sauces and dressings and the quality of the olive oil. The dishes were made with great care and sincerity, and the owner-chef's modest, gentle smile truly exuded his personality. The food wasn't flashy, but the high level of perfection was clear upon tasting it. Even with a 2,000 yen lunch, I can see why this restaurant remains so popular and requires reservations. It was a great place that made me realize once again how nice it is to have a great Western restaurant nearby. Even though it was a Wednesday night and the restaurant was almost full, even though it was run by a single chef, customers kept coming in and out, and the owner-chef seemed overwhelmed with cooking, service, and the billing. He worked hard, serving customers with a smile and preparing food. It must be tough for a chef at a popular restaurant. Thanks for the meal. I'll come back again when I want to eat delicious Western food. ”

“ I made a reservation for a weekday lunch around 1:30 PM, but the restaurant was nearly full. It seems to be a popular restaurant, so I recommend making a reservation in advance. I had the STOVE special. The angel fried shrimp was absolutely delicious. It was, without exaggeration, the best fried shrimp I've ever had. As I was told, "You can even eat the head," the shrimp were deep-fried to a crisp, not tough at all, and had a very fragrant flavor. The tartar sauce was, of course, delicious, but even without any toppings, the shrimp had a rich flavor that was very tasty. The hamburger steak was also delicious. It seems you can choose your sauce when ordering a la carte, but I thought it would be even better if you could choose it for lunch. You can order by scanning a QR code on your mobile phone, so you can take your time making your selection, and paying using the same system is convenient and can be completed without leaving your seat. I'll definitely visit again if I'm craving Western food. Thank you for the meal. ”