Yakiniku Gyushi
A private-room yakiniku restaurant opened by a female owner trained at one of Wakayama's renowned yakiniku spots. About 8 minutes from Kiwa Station. Known for serving freshly-cut premium wagyu — order by the slice, from tongue to lean cuts. Google 4.7 / 122 reviews — the highest-rated yakiniku in Wakayama City. Ranked #1 Wakayama yakiniku (Google-based) in Nlab's December 2024 survey. Private and semi-private rooms for dates or families.
Reviews say 'the best yakiniku in Wakayama without question,' 'the meat quality is on a different level,' 'freshly cut wagyu is too delicious,' 'private rooms let you eat in peace,' 'incredible value for the quality.' Google 4.7 / 122 reviews (#1 Wakayama yakiniku 2024). Personal review from February 2025 also confirmed.