SARAY KEBAB Okubo
Supervisor / Recommender
General Incorporated Association Japan Halal Business Association Secretariat Public Relations / Director
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I am currently working as an editor. However, I experienced working as a cook in restrunts, hospitals, and catering industry. Looking back now, I was connected to the Idea of Hala, since then.
At one point, few decades ago, I worked in a cafeteria at an auction site. More than 60% of the visitors to the venue were foreigners, including many Muslims (There were mosque in the venue as well). I remember many people asked me about the food we serve, the types of meat and whether they are Hala qualified.
At a certain time, the cafeteria becomes lively like a festival. Because the Indian restaurant next door to the venue served food for free. Indian dish, such as biryani, curry and sweet drinks were served to the visitors. Over 100 foreigners dressed in red turbans, garabayas and folk costumes gathered in the cafeteria, and everyone had a great time surrounding the same table. Now I learned about Muslim culture, it was a fast-starting Iftar.
Also, I remember that many participants were only eating curry from the Indian restrunt, eventhough there were choices of other food. As I study about Halal, I learned that they did not chose to eat curry, but they did not have a choise. I personally think that they wanted to try some of the Japanese food, if they had a chose. I still regret that moment, when I could not do anything because of the lack of information. “Inconvenience” of food is quite different based on their cultural background, and therefore, I understand now, that it is crucial to create an environment where all people can enjoy delicious meal, regardless of their backgrounds.
In Japan, Halal food is still a minority. Many people from Muslim background visit Japan, but they fell enconvininet about it. Japan Halal Business Association advocates in the halal business: HAVO (Halal, Organic, Vegetarian, Allergy).
The idea is to aim to create products and services that many people can eat and use, regardless of their religion and various backgrounds.
Seeking for delicious, safe and secure meal is commonly shared through the nations. The time demand us to find new ways of living that transcend borders and religions. We hope that Halal will help eliminate food inconvenience and contribute to the harmony of the world where you can respect, coexist, and co-prosper with a more liberal idea to eating and enjoying food.
Kebab store in Okubo, famous around neighbors in the alley
The SARAY KEBAB in front of Okubo station is a very popular store, where the line of customers is constantly standing.
One of the reasons for the long line is that the service spirit of the staff is strong.
A cheerful and friendly Turkish staff will welcome you, whenever you visit the store.
They put meat on the top of your sandwich as much as they can, unless you tell them to stop.
If you inadvertently order a “large size” sandwich, a mega kebab with a momentum of about 1 kg will appear.
A cry of joy, SARAY KEBAB’s sandwiches are a bit difficult to eat because the meat is significantly protruding from the pita bread.
It is highly recommended for people who want to eat MEAT!
The sauce with spices such as cumin and chili is delicious! Ingredients such as Sakura-daikon (pickled Japanese-radish) is also an accent and you can eat it without getting tired of the flavor until the end.
There is also free tea for service.
It seems that there are many loyal repeating customers, and the staff is always having a happy conversation with them.
Even if it’s your first time visit, you can feel at ease and friendly staff will make you feel homelike.
Can also customize vegetarian menu
The SARAY KEBAB menu differs slightly, depending on the branch. The Okubo store has a sandwich containing falafel, hummus, and vegetables, so you can customize your vegetarian menu.
You can also order your sandwich without the sauce, but if you are lacto vegetarian or lactarian, you can add cheese with toppings or yogurt sauce for falafel.
There is a Turkish beer set menu, but the food menu is all Halal.
Friendly staff and the hospitality concept of “cheap! delicious! Volume perfect!” is always fulfilled in this store. Please come and visit if you are around Okubo!
All items are available for to-go! Kebab sandwiches, kebab lunch boxes, hummus sandwiches, and more.
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「 SARAY KEBAB Okubo」Basic information
Store name | SARAY KEBAB Okubo |
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Tel | 03-6908-5883 |
Address | 2-23-1, Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 1F |
Business hours | 11:00~24:00 |
Holiday | Wednesday |
Budget | 500 yen~ |
Payment method | |
Parking Lot | N/A |
Language | Japanese / Turkish |
Advance reservation | |
Cooking description | Doner kebab specialty store made by Turkish chefs |
Note | To-Go only shop |
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