Japanese-Style BBQ in Gubei

Is there any problem that barbecue can’t solve? If you’ve found one, just keep eating…chances are it’ll eventually resolve itself. Shanghai’s Xianxia Road is famous for being lined with authentic Japanese restaurants, and Marumichi is no exception. Here, delicious cuts of grilled meat are accompanied with cold beer and served Japanese style. If you stop by, be sure to order the skirt steak—in fact, you’re likely to see it on pretty much every table. The mouthwatering tenderness of the meat is even more tempting when accented by the restaurant’s garlic butter. If you’re a beginner in the world of barbeque, we recommend letting the waiters and waitresses take over the grill. That’s because when it comes to yakiniku, timing is everything. If you’re not an experienced griller, these thin cuts of meat can easily burn. Once you’ve had your fill of meat, leave the grill on and try a toasted ice cream sandwich. While it seems like a scoop of ice cream between two pieces of standard white bread, the toasty flavor of the grill adds a unique flavor that fits perfectly at the end of a meal. For other cuts of meat and sides, we recommend the beef tongue, beef clod, pork jowl, and mashed potatoes. You’ll find tatami seating on the second floor. This restaurant tends to get pretty busy. Consider making a reservation in advance by phone to avoid spending too long in line. Marumichi Address: 675 Xianxia Road (near Anlong Road) Metro: Weining Road, Exit 2 #shanghaicuisine #shanghaistyle #shanghaichic  #tripfoodie#roadtrip#urbanexplorer