Yaya Ko Musashi (Maotai Road Branch)
日料 · ⭐ 3.7
2nd Floor, No. 488 Maotai Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at 2nd Floor, No. 488 Maotai Road. It is a 日料 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chinese Seaweed, Cold Tofu, Sukiyaki.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shanghai
- Category: 日料
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: 2nd Floor, No. 488 Maotai Road
- Popular dishes: Chinese Seaweed, Cold Tofu, Sukiyaki, Lantern Fish, Japanese Salmon Fried Rice
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Dishes
Chinese SeaweedChinese seaweed salad is a refreshing cold dish made primarily from seaweed, combined with适量 garlic, cilantro, and other seasonings. The preparation is simple: wash the seaweed, then mix it with seasonings and ingredients. This dish has a smooth and refreshing texture, making it an excellent choice for cooling off in summer.
Cold TofuA refreshing dish made by mixing chilled tofu with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and green onions for a light and savory flavor.
SukiyakiSukiyaki is a Japanese hot pot dish primarily made with thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and tofu. The ingredients are cooked in a pot while adding a special sauce for flavor, and it is traditionally eaten by dipping the cooked food into raw egg yolk.
Lantern FishTondon is a Japanese grilled dish primarily made from chicken ovaries and immature eggs. The ingredients are skewered onto bamboo sticks and slowly grilled over charcoal until the exterior turns golden and the inside remains tender.
Japanese Salmon Fried RiceJapanese salmon fried rice is made with fresh salmon, rice, eggs, and vegetables, seasoned with soy sauce and mirin, then stir-fried for a savory and satisfying dish.
Japanese Bacon Fried RiceJapanese bacon fried rice is made with rice, sliced bacon, eggs, onions, and carrots. Cook bacon until slightly crispy, then mix with scrambled eggs and vegetables, finally stir-frying with leftover rice and seasoning.
Fried Pork CutletPork cutlet is a dish made by frying pork chops. The pork chops are first marinated, then coated with a batter or breadcrumbs, and finally fried in hot oil until golden and crispy.
Fried ShrimpFried shrimp is a dish made primarily with fresh shrimp, which is marinated and then coated in starch or batter before being deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. The shrimp's exterior is crunchy while the inside remains tender and juicy.
Fried Chicken NuggetsFried chicken pieces are mainly made from chicken chunks, cooking oil, and spices. The chicken chunks are marinated to absorb flavor, then slowly fried in hot oil over low heat until golden and crispy.
Grilled Perilla Chicken ThighGrilled perilla chicken thigh is a dish made with chicken thighs and perilla leaves, marinated and grilled. The main ingredients are chicken thighs and perilla, which gives it a fresh and fragrant taste.
Grilled Cod CakeGrilled cod cake is a dish made primarily with cod, seasoned and formed into a patty, then baked or fried. It has a fresh and tender texture with a crispy exterior.
Roasted Chicken ThighRoasted chicken thigh is a dish made with chicken thighs as the main ingredient, which are marinated and then roasted. The skin is crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy, offering a rich flavor.
Pork Cutlet Curry Rice BentoPork cutlet curry rice bento features a crispy pork cutlet served over seasoned rice with rich curry sauce and vegetables.
Salt-grilled SaurySalt-grilled saury is made from fresh saury fish, which is evenly coated with salt and then grilled. Typically, the fish is cleaned, briefly marinated, and then roasted in an oven or over charcoal until the skin is slightly charred and the flesh is fully cooked.
Corona BeerCorona beer is a light lager from Mexico, made from water, barley malt, hops, and yeast. Crafted through mashing, boiling, fermentation, and aging, it has a clear body and fine foam.
NattoNatto is a traditional Japanese food made by fermenting soybeans with natto bacteria. Cooked soybeans are inoculated with natto bacteria and fermented at a constant temperature for several hours to a day, resulting in a sticky texture and distinctive aroma.
Mustard OctopusWasabi octopus is a Japanese appetizer made with fresh octopus and seasoned with wasabi, soy sauce, and other condiments. The octopus is sliced thinly and mixed with wasabi paste, creating a unique texture and flavor.
Soy Sauce Chicken Noodle SoupA rich soy sauce chicken broth served with tender chicken, eggs, and noodles—comforting and deeply flavorful.
Silver Cod CheekSilver cod cheek is a delicacy made from the lower jaw of silver cod, known for its tender and flavorful texture. It's typically steamed or pan-fried to preserve its natural taste, often enhanced with ginger and scallions.
Chicken TesticleChicken white is a dish made primarily from chicken breast, sliced or shredded and marinated with salt and cooking wine, then cooked by blanching or quick stir-frying. The finished dish is white in color, tender in texture, and清爽 in taste.