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Irresistible Homemade Genghis Khan with a Secret Sauce! Discover Yakiniku Ron, a Hidden Gem in Obihiro
Relocated and reopened on May 10, 2024, Yakiniku Ron now boasts more table seating in a more spacious and clean environment. The secret to its popularity is its delicious food at affordable prices, and above all, Ron's Genghis Khan is simply the best! Let's introduce the charms of this restaurant that will have you hooked after just one bite.
A Cherished Secret Flavor That Has Stood the Test of Time
The table seats have large smoke vents, so you don't have to worry too much about the smoke.
Yakiniku Ron is a well-known institution for Genghis Khan (Japanese-style grilled mutton). Its story began 46 years ago in 1978, when it first opened as a Genghis Khan diner called "Shake-yuu." Since then, while changing its name, it has continued to serve a secret recipe beloved by locals. The current owner, Mr. Toi, was originally a regular customer at Ron.
In the back, there are raised tatami-mat seats that evoke the atmosphere of the previous location.
With a deep "Ron love" that only a regular could have, he now runs the third generation of "Ron." Mr. Toi is a big fan of professional wrestling, and you can see touches of it throughout the restaurant. He also has a warm personality that makes you feel like family. This friendly and approachable owner is another one of Ron's charms. Ron's Instagram stories are frequently updated, always looking fun and delicious, making you want to visit every time you see them.
The famous "Genghis Khan"
The Ultimate Value-for-Money "Genghis Khan Lunch"
Grilling on this stove is so much more exciting than cooking at home!
For your first visit, you have to try the lunch, which offers the best value. There are two options: the "Genghis Khan Lunch" (935 yen) and the "Special Offal Lunch" (935 yen). Both come with rice, pickles, and miso soup, offering a hearty and fantastic deal. And most importantly, it's delicious! Getting this quality and volume for under 1,000 yen, it's easy to see why it's so popular with the locals.
The Exquisite Signature Beef Cheek
Wagyu Beef Cheek 880 yen
For dinner service, go for the à la carte menu and eat to your heart's content. We recommend the "Genghis Khan," which is meaty without being gamey, and the tender "Beef Cheek," packed with rich flavor. It's also delicious to order the "Alpine Leek," which is rarely available year-round, and grill it with your Genghis Khan. Among the side dishes, the "Yakiudon" and "Fries" are also exquisite. In conclusion, everything is delicious, so order as much as your stomach can handle.
Special Selected Kalbi 1,210 yen
Mr. Toi's Family's Taisho May Queen French Fries 385 yen
Yukgaejang Soup 550 yen
The richly flavored and addictive "Yakiudon"
For the connoisseurs, you can get 1 kg of Genghis Khan to take away for 4,600 yen. This is recommended for those who can't visit often or want to enjoy Ron's secret flavor at home. Yakiniku Ron is a place that makes you want to come back again, turning you into a regular before you know it. Be sure to stop by when you're in Obihiro♪
※All prices include tax
Yakiniku Ron
■Address: 3-4-1 Taishocho Hondoori, Obihiro, Hokkaido
■Hours: Lunch: 11:00-14:00 / Dinner: 17:00-21:00
■Closed: Thursdays
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Shikajo (Deer Girl) / Editor Maya Nakamura
Originally from Miyagi Prefecture, she transitioned from being an editor at a gourmet media company to a hunter. Known by the nickname "Shikajo Mayamon," her motto is to savor life deliciously. She handles the entire process from hunting deer to butchering the meat. She is also active as a freelance editor, designing logos and pamphlets, writing, and planning events.
