Tabelog ratingRoast Horse is a members-only restaurant in Minami-Azabu that has built a cult following for its singular focus: horse meat. With a non-public address, entry is by invitation only, adding to its exclusive reputation. The restaurant serves a single tasting menu that changes frequently, showcasing the versatility of horse meat through a dozen or more creative dishes.
Guests consistently praise the quality of the meat, noting its clean flavour and melt-in-the-mouth texture. The menu offers a comprehensive tour, featuring sashimi of rare cuts like shatoburian (a tenderloin cut), san-kaku (rib), and futaego (a layered cut of fat and meat). Other highlights include the signature tategami gunkan (mane fat sushi), horse meat yukke with sea urchin (uni), and even a rich ramen made with a horse-bone dashi to finish the meal.
The experience is not without its practical considerations. The members-only policy is the biggest hurdle. Inside, the seating is often communal, which some diners find lively while others note it can be noisy. A few reviewers mentioned that while the sashimi was exceptional, some grilled cuts were firmer than expected. However, the value is widely celebrated: reviewers in 2024–2026 reported paying around ¥16,000–¥16,500 for the full course with a generous free-flow of Japanese sake and wine. A non-alcoholic course was also noted at ¥14,300.
- Booking: Entry is strictly for members and their guests. The restaurant is not open to the public and does not accept general reservations.
- Payment: Credit cards are accepted. Electronic money and QR code payments are not.
- Seating: Features communal tables, though private rooms are also available.
- Location: The address is not publicly disclosed.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Parking: No parking available.
