Mara Daigaku Ueno Honten
麻辣大学 上野本店
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We received feedback from customers who said, “We don’t want a formal course—we’d like to use this for small gatherings or with close friends—but we want delicious food and a straightforward per-person fee structure…” So, we’ve created a group training plan featuring our “Customizable Set” menu. We’ve handpicked 30 dishes—including authentic “local Chinese” cuisine (often called “genuine Chinese”) and popular Japanese-style Chinese favorites—so you can choose everything from appetizers to main courses. Enjoy a festive gathering with your close friends.
Our restaurant enjoys enthusiastic support from the Chinese community living in Japan, and we’ve curated a selection of authentic, everyday dishes. We’ve put together the “Enrollment Course,” which includes all-you-can-drink. Experience “Mala University” and discover how you can enjoy Sichuan cuisine right here in Japan—no need to travel to China.
This “Recommended Course” lets you savor the authentic cuisine of Mala University, where chefs—many hailing from Chongqing itself—showcase their exceptional skills. Please enjoy the meticulous preparation and the refined, masterful hot pot techniques to the fullest.
Try out Malala University! We’ve expanded our menu from 20 to 30 authentic and Japanese-style Chinese dishes—now more delicious than ever! We’ve prepared a set menu where you can choose 5 of your favorite dishes! “A Chinese friend told me this place is delicious, but I don’t know what to order.” Leave it to us! We’ve handpicked our most popular dishes and prepared set menus designed for small groups of 2 to 4 people.
We’ve handpicked 20 of our most popular dishes, so you can choose that dish you’ve been curious about or your all-time favorite. Please select four dishes of your choice. While our authentic Chinese cuisine is famous for its generous portions, we’ve adjusted the serving sizes to ensure they aren’t too large, and we can now accommodate parties of two or more. ★For reservations of 5 or more people, you can add an all-you-can-drink option. The regular price is 2,000 yen, but we can offer it at a special reservation price of 1,800 yen (please specify when making your reservation).
Mega High 850 yen
Cola, Ginger Ale, Yuzu, Pineapple, Mango, Pomegranate
On the rocks or highball 850 yen
On the rocks or highball 1200 yen
Rock OR Highball 1500 yen
Full Sparkling Glass 600 yen ★ Quattro CAVA Bottle 4500 yen
Glass 600 yen
Glass 600 yen
Each glass - on the rocks, with water, or with hot water 500 yen
Chuhai (Plain), Oolong, Jasmine, Green Tea, Lemon, Mango, Ginger, Pomegranate, Kyoho Grape, Peach, Yuzu, Okinawa Pineapple, etc. ★ Glass 400-500 yen
Plum wine, apricot liqueur, lychee wine, raspberry wine, cassis (soda, oolong, orange)
Two Servings 750 Yen
Various cold sake 180ml Niigata's Hakuryu, Kyoto's Kyo no Kobai, Toyama's Ginpan, Tokyo's Sawanoi
Coke, Ginger Ale, Calpis, Green Tea, Oolong Tea, Jasmine Tea, etc.
Hiroshima Prefecture produced, try it! Seimei Orange; Kochi Prefecture produced, try it! Ginger Tea; Nagano Prefecture produced, will you try it? White Peach Tea; Yamagata produced, very delicious, Strawberry Tea; Guangdong Province produced, good to drink, Lychee Tea; and more.
Dishes with spiciness can be chosen from 【mild】【slightly spicy】【medium spicy】【spicy】【extra spicy】. Even mild can feel spicy to the general public as it is authentic Sichuan cuisine. If you let the staff know, we can adjust it to be less spicy, so please feel free to ask.
★How to Participate: Decide on the level of spiciness for the challenge and declare your challenge using the tablet. Fill out the application form (for personal responsibility acknowledgment). Explanation during the challenge → Service water is provided, additional rice (300 yen) is available for a fee. The timer starts at 20 minutes when the Mapo Tofu arrives, and the challenge begins. Sharing on social media is highly encouraged, and there are promotional materials available. After finishing, ring the bell to notify us for completion approval (or, unfortunately, time's up!). A graduation certificate and a free voucher will be awarded. *During busy times, please limit your stay to about 15 minutes after your meal.
・Kawa-style Cold Noodles / Spicy, Chongqing-style Cold Chinese Noodles 1300 yen. It's hot, so I want to eat cold noodles, but since it's Spicy University, I also want something spicy. This contradictory desire is solved with our Kawa-style cold noodles! ・Sour and Spicy Bracken Root Noodles / Korean Cold Noodles Style, Refreshing Bracken Noodles 1200 yen. A popular dish in China, 'Bracken Noodles' are made from starch derived from bracken roots. The mild spiciness and pleasant sourness, along with the texture reminiscent of Korean cold noodles, are irresistible! ・NEW, Bang Bang Chicken Cold Noodles / Bang Bang Ji Cold Chinese Noodles 1380 yen. Served with a gentle mildly spicy sesame paste sauce and well-chilled noodles. When we arranged one of the classic Japanese cold Chinese noodle dishes, it became even more delicious! ・Mapo Tofu Noodle Bowl (Thin Noodles, Hot) / Mapo Tofu & Noodles 1280 yen. Because it's hot, our pride, spicy, hot, and flavorful Mapo Tofu & Noodles is perfect. Wipe away the dripping sweat while enjoying it, and you'll feel refreshed afterward!
Experience enrollment at Spicy University with the 'Choose Your Set' plan! ★ A plan for 2 to 4 people is now available ★ ・2,500 yen per person including tax. *Choose from the options below after arriving at the restaurant. ・Limited to 2 to 4 people, this is a small group plan. ・Please select one item each from A to E below. ・All customers at the restaurant must order the same items. *Refer to 'Notes on Dishes' below for examples of orders that cannot be accepted. 【A: Appetizers】1. Mouthwatering Chicken / The classic, drool-worthy chicken! 2. Spicy Beef Tripe / Beef tongue, stomach, and Achilles tendon in spicy sauce. 3. Sichuan Cold Noodles / Chinese-style tokoroten with spicy sauce. 4. Garlic Pork Belly / Pork belly in garlic sauce (non-spicy). 【B: Meats】5. Spicy Beef Stir-fry / Spicy stir-fried beef. 6. Spicy Chicken from Mount Gele / Fried chicken thighs coated in chili. 7. Chongqing Twice-Cooked Pork / Spicy stir-fried pork belly (Hoisin-style). 8. Black Vinegar Sweet and Sour Pork / Sweet and sour pork with black vinegar (non-spicy). 【C: Vegetables and Tofu】9. Mapo Tofu / Our school's pride, Mapo Tofu. 10. Fragrant Eggplant Strips / Crispy fried eggplant with aroma. 11. Stir-fried Pea Shoots / Garlic stir-fried pea shoots (non-spicy). 12. Sichuan-style Stir-fried Green Beans / Stir-fried green beans in Sichuan style. 【D: Seafood】13. Spicy Boiled Fish / Popular No.1, spicy boiled white fish. 14. Pickled Vegetable Fish / Very popular, boiled white fish with pickled mustard greens (non-spicy available). 15. Spicy Shrimp / Shrimp in chili sauce. 16. Stir-fried Seafood with Vegetables / Lightly stir-fried seafood and vegetables (non-spicy). 【E: Noodles and Rice】17. Beef Stir-fried Knife-cut Noodles / Stir-fried knife-cut noodles with beef (non-spicy available). 18. Stir-fried Rice with Mustard Greens / Mustard greens fried rice (non-spicy) or plain rice. 19. Chongqing Noodles / Specialty, addictive spicy noodles (thin noodles). 20. Sichuan Boiled Dumplings / Handmade boiled dumplings (3 pieces per person). 【Important】Examples of when this set cannot be ordered: ・If you come in a group of 4, you cannot order for only 2 or 3 people. ・If you come in a group of 4, you cannot select a total of 10 items in pairs of 2.
The white fish is freshwater catfish. Contrary to its appearance soaked in fresh chili oil, it pairs well with the smooth white fish and can be enjoyed very refreshing. Please enjoy our restaurant's popular No. 1 dish.
If you are not good with spicy dishes, this is for you. We use the same white fish as in the water-boiled fish, prepared without spiciness. The sourness and spiciness blend well together, making it a dish that becomes addictive after just one bite. Enjoy this famous dish from Chongqing!
This dish takes about five hours to prepare, and most restaurants require reservations, but at our establishment, you can order it after you arrive. It's a dish you definitely want to challenge yourself to try at least once.
Using bullfrogs, which have a flavor similar to chicken among frogs. The meat is light and delicate, prepared with a robust flavor of ginger and chili.
Very popular among non-spicy dishes. They are the size of a baby's fist, so they are satisfying to eat!
Crawfish is popular in Chinese and French cuisine. It may be unfamiliar in Japan, so it takes some courage to try, but once you start, the rich flavor is irresistible compared to shrimp. Please remove the shell before eating.
Recently, Malatang has become popular among Japanese people in authentic Chinese cuisine. Essentially, it is a spicy hot pot. The ingredients and serving methods vary by restaurant, making it a very flexible dish. Please enjoy our school's spicy hot pot. Note: The 'tang' (soup) in Malatang originally has a fire symbol under the character for soup.
The very pleasant aroma of eggplant stimulates the appetite. The crispy texture is also a hallmark of authentic Chinese cuisine. This is a dish you can’t go wrong with.
The dough is rested for 7 hours during preparation. Therefore, if sold out, it cannot be prepared immediately. If you wish to use Golden Crystal, please inform us when making your reservation.
Due to the use of carefully selected high-quality ingredients, reservations are accepted only from three days in advance. Prices may increase from the listed amount as they are subject to market rates. Conversely, for a budget increase of 80,000, 100,000, or 120,000 yen (including tax), we can provide a better quality offering. For more details, please contact us by phone.
The name comes from the famous politician and writer from Chongqing, Guo Moruo, who wrote in his book, 'I can never forget the taste of the white cut chicken (Paikanji) I ate as a child. Every time I think of it, my mouth waters.' Enjoy the real thing!
In the early 1900s, a hardworking couple in Chengdu created this offal dish, which has become a famous delicacy to this day.
Gold Medal is a dish that the restaurant confidently recommends, infused with spiciness based on several types of chili peppers. Enjoy the spicy umami that emerges with each bite♪
Chinese people like fish with bones and shells because they protect the flesh of the ingredient. The deliciousness of the ribbonfish is enhanced with a spicy and sweet flavor.
A popular dish in China, 'bracken noodles' are made from starch derived from bracken roots. The mildly spicy and pleasantly sour flavor, along with a texture reminiscent of Korean cold noodles, stimulates the appetite.
The fish used is either sea bream or sea bass, delivered fresh and bled, not frozen. The internal organs are processed in the kitchen immediately upon arrival. The fish is fresh, and after the order is placed, it is simmered in a spicy oil soup made with beautiful oil, chili peppers, Sichuan pepper, and other spices, enhancing the flavor for a hearty dish!
In China, top shell is referred to as abalone. The texture and umami of the top shell combined with the piercing spiciness of green chili is very stimulating.
One of the four premium dried goods is fish belly. Although small, it contains a good amount of collagen, so tomorrow your skin will be smooth.
Using fermented chili peppers and fermented vegetables such as wild pepper, the spiciness and sourness are provided with a natural flavor without using vinegar. The addition of sourness increases sweating, making it a popular dish not only in cold seasons but also in hot seasons!
This flavor, and this texture, lamb is good but the impact of chicken gizzards is wonderful♪
Enjoy the mild and light flavor of bullfrog meat with a crispy texture and a spicy taste.
The specialty of Gela Mountain, a tourist attraction in Chongqing, is prepared with a whole free-range chicken. Since a whole chicken is too much for us, we serve the flavorful chicken thigh meat cut into small pieces with the bones. Enjoy this representative dish from the region!
A spicy and flavorful dish originating from Chongqing, made with duck blood (set into a jelly-like form), beef and pork offal (stomach, aorta, etc.), pork tripe, pork luncheon meat, and vegetables (bean sprouts, lettuce, wood ear mushrooms, mushrooms), featuring a smoother texture than tofu!
When it comes to representative Japanese Chinese cuisine, this is it. The Mapo Tofu made by authentic chefs is a cut above the rest. We use firm yet smooth tofu that does not fall apart. Enjoy this dish, a pride of our school, pursued for its deliciousness!
Tofu pudding is a soft state before it becomes tofu, and in Sichuan, there is a style of serving it with the flavor of Mapo tofu. Since tofu pudding is not available in Japan, we prepare it by crumbling silken tofu, making it a dish that you will definitely want to pour over white rice.
Chiba tofu is a new type of soybean product made primarily from soy protein isolate, vegetable oil, and starch. It is versatile for various dishes and has become popular in China. Enjoy its chewy and bouncy texture prepared in a spicy and sour cooking style.
This is a classic dish not only in Sichuan cuisine but also in other genres of Chinese cuisine. It pairs well with rice and can be made mild to serve as a palate cleanser for spicier dishes. A reliable choice.
※Availability may vary depending on the season.
The handmade skin is chewy and showcases artisan skill!
Crafted by artisans, the skin is crispy and chewy.
Traditional Chinese dried meat, dried pork. A luxurious fried rice made with concentrated dried pork (not spicy)!!
Japanese soy sauce is light in color but high in salt content, while Chinese soy sauce is dark in color but made with tamari, resulting in lower salt content and more umami flavor. The fried rice made with this Chinese soy sauce is surprisingly refreshing. You will understand its authenticity when you taste it (not spicy).
We have come to eat spicy dishes at our school, and this is recommended for those who enjoy such flavors♪
Stir-fried knife-cut noodles can only be made if the dough is firm enough. Our head chef trained at a specialty knife-cut noodle restaurant, so he can create the authentic dough. The chewy texture is a deliciousness that cannot be found elsewhere!
When it comes to representative noodles from Chengdu, this is it. Known as 'Carrying Noodles', it originated from vendors hanging ingredients on a balance beam in parks where people gather, shouting 'How about Dan Dan Noodles!' And the noodles are homemade knife-shaved noodles made by specialized craftsmen, which is unique to our school!
Dan Dan noodles originate from Chengdu, but this one is from Chongqing, as indicated in the name. Although it's called 'small noodles,' it is not a small size. The name was derived from the idea of a light snack, so it is served in a regular size.
