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お酒がすすむ多国籍料理の数々! 崎陽軒のビアレストランはシウマイ以外も美味しい♡ : Kiyoken Honten Alibaba

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Lively food and beer at a Middle Eastern bazaar

Kiyoken Honten Alibaba

(崎陽軒本店 亜利巴"巴")

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A variety of international dishes that pair perfectly with drinks! Kiyoken Honten Alibaba's beer restaurant offers delicious options beyond just shumai! ♡

Located at the east exit of Yokohama Station, Kiyoken Honten has several restaurants operated by the Kiyoken brand, with this beer restaurant "Alibaba" situated on the basement level. You can enter directly from the underground shopping area RORTA adjacent to the east exit.

The restaurant has an exotic ambiance reminiscent of a Middle Eastern bazaar, but its menu features a diverse selection of dishes, including Kiyoken's famous "Shumai," Chinese cuisine, sausages, and more. As a beer restaurant, everything looks perfect for pairing with drinks!

For lunch, they offer a buffet where you can enjoy unlimited "Shumai"—it’s a dream come true! On this occasion, however, I visited on a weekday evening and ordered the following à la carte items:

【Highly Popular!! Ume-Za Sai】 JPY 480
Its striking red appearance is quite intense, but I highly recommend it!
I thought ume and za sai were an unusual combination, but along with the ume, there is a deep umami flavor that resembles bonito stock. I guess it’s the type of ume that provides that flavor. The deliciousness of the broth, the moderate tartness of the ume, and the crunchy texture of the za sai make this a perfect accompaniment to drinks and a great palate cleanser, so I'd suggest ordering a plate to have on hand for snacking!

【Potato Salad】 JPY 580
A potato salad served with tomato and lettuce. It’s quite creamy, tangy, and embodies the classic flavor!

【Crispy Stick Gyoza】 JPY 780
From the daily specials, these gyoza feature a thin crust, crispy and fragrant, filled with juicy filling! Served hot, the meat juice bursts out—this is a must-try!!!

【Shrimp Steamed Dumplings】 JPY 580
These dumplings have a chewy skin and are packed with plump shrimp♡ They offer a standard yet delightful taste!

【Classic Spicy!! Yodare Chicken】 JPY 980
Tender chicken breast topped with shredded white and green onions and a spicy sauce. The rich sauce has a kick from Sichuan pepper that builds gradually. I’d love to see more green onions, but it’s delicious!

【Kiyoken Shumai Assortment】 3 pieces of each type JPY 1950
Of course, since I was at Kiyoken, I had to enjoy some Shumai♡ This assortment includes four varieties: the traditional shumai, special shumai, prawn shumai, and crab shumai. You can choose from various options: 1 piece (total 4), 2 pieces (total 8), or 3 pieces (total 12). Served in a large steamer, it’s so nice to eat them hot! The "special shumai" is larger, softer, and rich in flavor compared to the traditional type. Personally, I prefer the "traditional shumai" when eaten cold and the "special shumai" when steamed (and I tend to enjoy eating cold shumai!). The crab shumai is made with snow crab, giving it a rich crab flavor, and the prawn shumai offers a delightful shrimp texture. It’s fantastic to try these two unique flavors that I don’t usually buy!

I really wanted to pair my shumai with rice, and though it wasn't on the menu, I asked and they had some available, so I ordered some white rice too! I just love Kiyoken's shumai♡♡

【Porchetta】 JPY 1780
Porchetta is a traditional Italian roast pork dish. The pork has its bones removed and is stuffed with garlic and rosemary before being roasted. This version features porchetta stuffed with "mochi rice risotto." I was curious about how that would taste, and it turns out to be a swirl of rich pork belly meat with creamy risotto in the middle. Trying it with the fat… wow!! This is DELICIOUS!! The umami from the fat melts in your mouth♡ The meat is well-seasoned with rosemary and pepper, creating a bright flavor while being adequately salty—perfect for pairing with drinks!! The meat itself is tender.

I was impressed that Kiyoken even makes traditional Italian cuisine. It wasn’t in the printed menu but found in the laminated one, so this might be a limited-time offering, but it’s definitely a dish to try if you get the chance.

【Grilled Shumai】 JPY 640
These traditional shumai are grilled on a hot plate. Interestingly, I’ve never had any Kiyoken shumai variants, so this was my first experience with grilled shumai. The crispy texture makes them taste fantastic! And the sauce on the side is a cheese sauce…! Dipping grilled shumai into the melty cheese sauce was a heavenly experience! It’s completely different from regular shumai!! The cheese was smooth and rich… so delicious!!

【Sichuan-style Mapo Tofu】 JPY 980
Given the Sichuan title, I expected it to be quite spicy, but the heat was surprisingly mild. It might disappoint those who love spicy food, but perhaps it’s been adjusted for younger diners. It arrived sizzling in a hot pot. I poured it over the leftover rice♡ While the spice level was moderate, the Sichuan pepper provided a nice numbing sensation!

I was able to enjoy every dish at Kiyoken; everything was so delicious! I’d especially recommend the "Ume-Za Sai," "Crispy Gyoza," and "Porchetta." Oh, and if you love Shumai, the assortment is a must-try!

The tables are spacious and comfortable, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. Next time, I definitely want to indulge in an all-you-can-eat Shumai lunch buffet! It was an amazing meal, thank you!

Restaurant information

Details

Restaurant name
Kiyoken Honten Alibaba
Categories Chinese, Restaurants, Beer hall
Phone number (for reservation and inquiry)

050-5595-9469

Reservation availability

Reservations available

Our restaurant does not have private rooms. All seats are non-smoking. Lunch reservations for groups of 10 or more are accepted only by phone after 1:15 PM.

Address

神奈川県横浜市西区高島2-13-12 崎陽軒本店 B1F

Transportation

- 2-minute walk from the East Exit of Yokohama Station on the Keihin-Tohoku Line
- 2-minute walk from the East Exit of Yokohama Station on the Tōkaidō Main Line
- 2-minute walk from the East Exit of Yokohama Station on the Tokyu Tōyoko Line
- Directly connected to the Porta underground shopping area at the East Exit of Yokohama Station.

186 meters from Yokohama.

Business hours
  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

    • 11:30 - 15:00

      L.O. 14:00

    • 17:00 - 22:00

      L.O. 21:00

  • Sat, Sun, Public Holiday

    • 11:30 - 15:30

      L.O. 14:30

    • 17:00 - 22:00

      L.O. 21:00

  • ■Closed on
    Only closed on New Year's Day, with other irregular holidays.
Average price

JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999

Average price(Based on reviews)
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999

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Payment methods

Credit card accepted

(VISA, Master, JCB)

Electronic money accepted

(Transportation IC cards (e.g., Suica))

QR code payments accepted

(PayPay)

Service charge & fee

Regarding the service charge at Kiyoken Honten Alibaba, a Chinese restaurant, please note that a service fee may be added to your bill.

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Seats/facilities

Number of seats

144 seats

Private rooms

Unavailable

Private use

Unavailable

Non-smoking/smoking

Non smoking

Parking

Available

2 hours free for purchases of 3,000 yen or more: Yokohama Just Building 2. Due to the multi-story parking lot, there is a limit of 1800 in width, 1550 in height, and 5000 in length.

Space/facilities

Stylish space, Spacious seating, Counter seating

Menu

Set menu

All you can drink

Drink

Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Cocktails available

Feature - Related information

Occasion

Family friendly |Friends

This occasion is recommended by many people.

Service

Parties over 2.5 hours, Take-out

Family friendly

Children welcome, Strollers welcome

Website

https://kiyoken-restaurant.com/alibaba/

Phone number

045-441-8720

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