Tokyo’s Steak Haven: Discover the Meaty Magic of GRALIC Steakhouse in Roppongi

Steak is enjoyed all over the world. At “GRALIC” in Tokyo’s cosmopolitan Roppongi neighborhood, the concept is “Awesome Japanese Style Steak,” offering an appealing take on this international favorite.

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Enjoy the signature “Gralic Steak” with Japanese-style sauces

“Gralic Steak,” the restaurant’s signature dish, uses high-quality American beef for a steak that’s both tender and juicy. The aroma of garlic butter infused inside is sure to whet your appetite.

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“グラリックステーキ』(150g),” Gralic Steak (150g) 3,260 JPY (tax included) 

To enhance your steak experience, GRALIC provides four special sauces. Choose your favorite sauce to complement your steak.

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From left to right: “ガーリック醤油ソース” Soy Sauce & Garlic Sauce, “ごま醤油ソース” Soy Sauce & Sesame Sauce, “バター醤油ソース” Soy Sauce & Butter Sauce, “大根おろし醤油ソース” Soy Sauce & Grated Daikon Radish Sauce

The most popular among these is the “Soy Sauce & Butter Sauce,” known for its rich and satisfying taste. The “Soy Sauce & Sesame Sauce,” a staple since the establishment’s inception, perfectly accentuates the meat’s flavor with a mild sesame taste.

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Soy Sauce & Butter Sauce

For garlic enthusiasts, “Soy Sauce & Garlic Sauce” is a top choice. Its robust flavor is both satisfying and pairs excellently with rice.

For a lighter option, “Soy Sauce & Grated Daikon Radish Sauce” is recommended. Its spicy kick is addictive.

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Soy Sauce & Garlic Sauce

At GRALIC, every order of steak includes one sauce. When visiting with friends, sharing different sauces can be enjoyable. If dining alone, consider ordering additional sauces to explore various tastes.

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Preparing Gralic Steak

The impressive “Gralic Hamburg Steak with Cheese”: A hearty choice with two types of cheese

Hamburg steak, also known as hamburger steak, is very popular in Japan. The “Gralic Hamburg Steak with Cheese” boasts a substantial weight and is made from 100% beef, offering a satisfyingly chewy texture.

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“グラリックチーズハンバーグ』(シングル),” Gralic Hamburg Steak with Cheese (Single) 2,060 JPY (tax included)

The hamburg steak includes two types of cheese, Parmesan and cheddar, which add depth to the demi-glace sauce.

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Initially, GRALIC started as a restaurant focused on teishoku (Japanese set meals). Today, it retains this tradition, serving steaks and hamburger steaks with chopsticks, though spoons and knives are also available for those less comfortable with chopsticks.

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The Gralic Hamburg Steak with Cheese is the perfect accompaniment with rice, but it also pairs admirably with wine or beer. And for hearty eaters, it’s also available in double size for 2,560 JPY (tax included) and triple size for 3,060 JPY (tax included).

With a wide variety of sauces and sizes to choose from, it’s not hard to see why this steak is so popular.

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Wine and beer are also available

“Beef Tenderloin Cutlet”: GRALIC’s most popular side dish

GRALIC offers a rich selection of side dishes, with “Beef Tenderloin Cutlet” being the most popular.

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“牛ヒレの肉のカツレツ,” Beef Tenderloin Cutlet 2,200 JPY (tax included)

The tenderloin cutlet features a crispy thin breading enveloping juicy and flavorful rare beef tenderloin. The salty salmon roe topping enhances the tenderloin’s natural sweetness.

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Despite being fried, the cutlet leaves a clean aftertaste which isn’t overly greasy. The accompanying marinated tomatoes add a refreshing zest, complementing the flavors perfectly.

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With a history already spanning four decades, Roppongi steakhouse GRALIC continues to enchant its guests. It’s set to captivate many more in the years to come.

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Information

Store name GRALIC
Address Central Crib 3 1F, 2-3-7 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access Roppongi-itchome Station 2-minute walk from Roppongi-itchome Station Exit 3
  • Tokyo Metro Namboku Line(N05)

Roppongi Station 8-minute walk from Roppongi Station Exit 6
  • Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line(H04)
  • Toei Ōedo Line(E23)
Phone number 03-6277-7634
Reservations Accepted
Phone, Tabelog, PayPay Gourmet, Reserve with Google
Payment
  • Cash
  • Credit cards(American Express・Diners・JCB・Master・VISA)
  • Transportation-related electronic money(Suica, etc.)
  • Electronic money not accepted
  • QR code payment(Alipay・PayPay)
Service charge/Table charge Service charge 10%
Hours Mon-Fri. 18:00-23:00(last order 22:30)
Sat. & nat’l holidays 18:00-22:30(last order 22:00)
Closed Sunday
Seating 17 seats
7 counter seats, 10 table seats
Smoking All seats are non-smoking
Official website https://gralic.jp/
Other information
  • Menus are available with Japanese and English language only
  • No allergy-friendly, vegan, vegetarian or halal menus
  • Not wheelchair-accessible
  • Take-out and delivery services are available
  • Luggage storage space is not available
  • Wi-Fi is available
  • Posting of food photos and videos on customers’ personal SNS accounts is allowed
  • Separate billing is allowed

※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of January 2024.