Tabelog ratingMori no Beer Garden (森のビアガーデン) is a massive, seasonal outdoor barbecue restaurant set among the trees of Meiji Jingu Gaien park. Its main draw is the experience: a lively, festival-like atmosphere perfect for groups, centered around table-side grills and an impressive lineup of self-serve beer taps. Guests can pour their own Kirin flagship beers, including craft lines like Heartland and Spring Valley, ensuring drinks are always cold.
The standard offering is a two-hour all-you-can-eat-and-drink plan. Reviewers consistently praise the fun of the self-serve beer and the party atmosphere. The food plan typically includes a platter of beef, pork, and lamb, along with vegetables, with many guests enjoying finishing their meal by cooking yakisoba noodles or garlic rice on the grill.
However, visitors should set their expectations accordingly. The focus is on volume and fun, not culinary excellence. Many reviews note that the meat can be fatty and of average quality, the iron griddles can be oily, and service can be slow during peak times. As an outdoor venue, summer brings crowds, heat, and insects like mosquitoes, so it's wise to come prepared.
Reviewers in 2024-2026 typically paid between ¥5,880 and ¥6,000 for the standard two-hour plan, which includes food and drinks. For the price, it offers good value if your priority is a fun, high-energy night with plenty of beer. It's less ideal for those seeking high-quality meat or a quiet dining experience.
- Getting There: The beer garden is a 5-minute walk from JR Shinanomachi Station or National Stadium Station (Oedo Line), and a 10-minute walk from Aoyama 1-chome Station (Ginza Line).
- Reservations: Booking is strongly recommended, especially for groups and on weekends. A 2-hour time limit usually applies to all-you-can-eat plans.
- Payment: Accepts credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX), electronic money, and QR code payments.
- Seating: There are 1,000 open-air seats. No private rooms are available.
- Children: Children are welcome.
- Smoking: Smoking is not permitted at the tables but is allowed in three designated smoking areas.
- Practical Tips: Ordering is done via a mix of QR codes and flagging down staff. Be prepared for summer heat and insects; bringing your own repellent is advised.