Gataro
Osaka
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Hidden under the Hankyu railway, this cozy and nostalgic izakaya restaurant is a popular haunt amongst the locals. Typically in these Japanese-style pub-restaurants they serve grilled fish prepared whilst you wait, and its highly recommended to give it a go. Unlike most Izakaya restaurants, Gataro has an English menu, although that is about the extent of the English here.
Useful Information
- Address: 1-7-2 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka
- Phone: +81 6 6373 1484
- More Info: www.t-cb.co.jp/gataro.php
- Opening House: Daily 4pm–11pm
Dining
Due to its fertile land and close proximity to the sea, Osaka has always produced copious amounts of delicious, fresh ingredients. A particularly popular dish in Osaka is "Okonomiyaki", a Japanese-style pancake that often comes with a combination of meat, seafood or vegetables and is covered in one of many tasty sauces to accompany it. Take a seat in an Izakaya, (the Japanese version of a pub) and try "Takoyaki" – balls of fried wheat batter containing octopus.