Kushikatsu Tanaka Meidaimae

Name: Kushikatsu Tanaka Meidaimae
Address: 1 Chome-38-11 Matsubara, Setagaya City, Tokyo
Price range: ¥70 - ¥1370

Kushikatsu Tanaka meidaimae

A kushikatsu specialty restaurant offering traditional Osaka flavors. Serves Osaka specialties like "no double-dipping" kushikatsu, Kasu Udon, and Nikusui. Also features fun events like "Chinchirorin," where you can win prizes by rolling dice.

★ 4.5 (522) $Budget 📍 1 Chome-38-11 Matsubara, Setagaya City

Osaka Specialty

Beef Tendon Dote

牛すじ土手

Beef Tendon Dote

Beef tendon and konjac simmered slowly in miso. The rich, sweet and savory miso flavor permeates the ingredients, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture. A classic accompaniment to drinks.

¥520 ≈ $3.00

Negimamire Chi-pei-yaki

葱まみれチー平焼き

Scallion Cheese Omelet

Tonpei-yaki (pork and cheese wrapped in egg and grilled) topped with plenty of green onions. The rich sauce and mayonnaise dressing, along with the cheese and green onion flavors, are a perfect match.

¥520 ≈ $3.00

Saiboshi

さいぼし

Smoked Horse Meat Jerky

Smoked horse meat, a preserved food and specialty of the Kawachi region of Osaka. It has a chewy texture like beef jerky and a unique smoky aroma. It pairs well with sake when eaten with ginger soy sauce or condiments.

¥620 ≈ $4.00

Kasu Udon

かすうどん

Tanaka's specialty. Udon noodles with abura kasu (deep-fried beef offal).

Udon topped with "abura kasu" (deep-fried beef offal) that has been fried at low temperature to remove excess oil. Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, the umami of the offal dissolves into the broth, creating a rich flavor.

¥870~ ≈ $6.00

Small Kasu Udon

かすうどん小

Small Kasu Udon

A small size of our famous Kasu Udon. Perfect for a finishing meal or when you want to eat just a little.

¥380 ≈ $2.00

Meat Soup with Tofu

肉吸い豆腐入り

Simmered Beef & Tofu

Meat Udon without the noodles. A clear soup with bonito broth, beef, and tofu. It features a light broth flavor and the richness of beef, and is popular as a finishing dish after drinking.

¥520 ≈ $3.00

Make Your Own Takoyaki

Enjoy grilling your own takoyaki at the table. Free for children under elementary school age.

Handmade Takoyaki

手作りたこ焼き

A hands-on experience where you grill your own takoyaki using the griddle provided at your table. Batter and ingredients are served, allowing you to adjust the cooking to enjoy them piping hot.

¥430~ ≈ $3.00

Speed Menu

Edamame

枝豆

Salt-boiled soybeans. The most common appetizer in Japanese izakayas. Shell the beans by hand before eating.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Hiyayakko (Chilled Tofu)

冷奴

Chilled tofu topped with green onions, bonito flakes, and other condiments. Served with soy sauce, it's a refreshing and simple dish.

¥260 ≈ $2.00

Curry Flavored Macaroni Salad

カレー風味マカロニサラダ

Macaroni salad mixed with mayonnaise and curry powder. The spicy flavor is appetizing.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Salt-pickled Rakkyo

らっきょうの塩漬け

Salt-pickled rakkyo. Characterized by its crisp texture and refreshing salty taste, it's good as a palate cleanser.

¥290 ≈ $2.00

Whelk Kimchi

つぶ貝キムチ

Whelk mixed with kimchi seasoning. The chewy texture of the whelk and the spiciness of kimchi combine well with alcohol.

¥440 ≈ $3.00

Miso Cucumber

みそきゅうり

Fresh cucumber served with miso dip. The refreshing crispness of the cucumber and the saltiness of the miso are a perfect match.

¥300 ≈ $2.00

Plum and Cucumber

梅きゅうり

Cucumber mixed with plum paste. The sourness of the plum makes the cucumber refreshing.

¥400 ≈ $3.00

Potelico

ポテりこ

Collaboration with Calbee

A hot snack born from the "Jagariko" snack. Served hot, with a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, you can enjoy the texture of the potatoes.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Specialty Dish

Potato Salad

ポテトサラダ

Mash it yourself in a mortar to your liking

A salad with chunks of boiled potatoes, seasoned egg, bacon, etc. Served in a mortar, allowing customers to mash and mix to their desired consistency.

¥500 ≈ $3.00

Stir-fried Tako Wiener

タコウィンナー炒め

Red wiener cut to resemble a octopus and stir-fried. A nostalgic flavor, a staple in Japanese home cooking and bento boxes.

¥350 ≈ $2.00

Beef Prosciutto Yukke

牛生ハムユッケ

Thinly sliced beef prosciutto, mixed with egg yolk and sauce. Enjoy a texture similar to raw meat and a rich flavor.

¥620 ≈ $4.00

French Fries

ポテトフライ

Classic french fries. Simple appetizer of freshly fried potatoes sprinkled with salt.

¥400 ≈ $3.00

Deep-fried Squid with Seaweed

イカ磯辺揚げ

Deep-fried squid coated in batter mixed with aonori (seaweed). The fragrant aonori enhances the squid's flavor.

¥520 ≈ $3.00

Tulip Karaage

チューリップから揚げ

Deep-fried chicken wingette, with the meat peeled back from the bone. Shaped like a tulip. Juicy and easy to eat.

¥390~ ≈ $2.00

Izakaya Meals & Noodles

Pork Chiritori Nabe

Pork ちりとり鍋

A hot pot dish originating from Osaka, where pork and vegetables are simmered in a spicy sauce in a shallow, square pot (chiritori nabe). The moisture from the vegetables and the richness of the meat blend together for a deep flavor.

¥1,580~ ≈ $10.00

Tanaka's Yakisoba

田中のソースやきそば

Yakisoba stir-fried with Kushikatsu Tanaka's special sauce. The sweet and savory sauce aroma is appetizing.

¥620 ≈ $4.00

Tanaka's Onigiri

田中のおにぎり

Self Made Onigiri

Rice and ingredients are served in a bowl, and you mix and form them yourself. Similar to Korean chommppa, with seasoned rice mixed with seaweed, mayonnaise, etc.

¥520 ≈ $3.00

White Rice

白ごはん

Simple white rice. Suitable for eating with kushikatsu or hot pot dishes.

¥290 ≈ $2.00

Kids' Udon

おこさまうどん

A small-sized udon for children, made with a mild broth.

¥290 ≈ $2.00

Dessert

Soft Serve Ice Cream

ソフトアイス

Self-serve soft serve ice cream. Free for elementary school children and younger.

Soft serve ice cream dispensed by yourself using a machine. Enjoyable as a post-meal dessert.

¥270 ≈ $2.00

Kushikatsu (Deep-fried Skewers)

Assorted cutlets on skewers. No double-dipping in sauce.

Assortment

Assorted 5 Classic Skewers

定番5本盛り

Beef, Pork, Onion, Lotus Root, Shrimp

A set of 5 popular kushikatsu skewers (beef, pork, onion, lotus root, shrimp). A great value assortment, perfect when you can't decide.

¥800 ≈ $5.00

Assorted 8 Classic Skewers

定番8本盛り

Beef, Pork, Onion, Lotus Root, Shrimp, Quail Egg, Beni Shoga, Asparagus

A luxurious 8-skewer set, including the classic 5 skewers plus quail egg, beni shoga, and asparagus. Enjoy a variety of flavors.

¥1,370 ≈ $9.00

Meat

Deep-fried Pork Skewer

串カツ豚

Deep-fried pork skewers. A classic menu item featuring juicy pork and crispy batter.

¥170 ≈ $1.00

Deep-fried Beef Skewer

串カツ牛

Deep-fried beef skewers. Beef is the standard for kushikatsu in Osaka. The umami of the meat is trapped in the batter.

¥180 ≈ $1.00

Chicken Breast

鶏むね

Deep-fried chicken breast. Low in fat and light.

¥140 ≈ $1.00

Deep-fried Ham

ハムカツ

Thick-cut ham, deep-fried. A nostalgic flavor popular with both children and adults.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Pork Fillet

豚ヒレ

Deep-fried pork fillet. Lean meat, tender and refined.

¥180 ≈ $1.00

Lamb

ラム

Deep-fried lamb skewers. Has a unique flavor, sometimes with a hint of spice.

¥230 ≈ $1.00

Chicken Tsukune

鶏つくね

Deep-fried chicken tsukune (meatball) with cartilage. The chewy texture is a nice accent.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Tako Wiener

タコウィンナー

Deep-fried red wiener shaped like an octopus.

¥70 ≈ $0.00

Pork and Perilla

豚しそ

Deep-fried pork wrapped with perilla leaves. The refreshing aroma of perilla cuts through the richness of the pork.

¥200 ≈ $1.00

Chicken Tenderloin with Plum and Perilla

ささみ梅大葉

Deep-fried chicken tenderloin with plum paste and perilla. A refreshing flavor.

¥200 ≈ $1.00

Chicken Tenderloin with Wasabi

ささみわさび

Deep-fried skewers of chicken tenderloin with wasabi. Characterized by its sharp spiciness.

¥200 ≈ $1.00

Asparagus Wrapped in Pork

アスパラ豚巻き

Asparagus wrapped in pork and deep-fried. The sweetness of asparagus and the richness of pork are a perfect match.

¥310 ≈ $2.00

Seafood

Jumbo Shrimp

上エビ

Deep-fried large shrimp. A luxurious dish with a plump texture and sweetness.

¥310 ≈ $2.00

Whelk

つぶ貝

Deep-fried whelk skewers. Characterized by its unique texture and oceanic aroma.

¥250 ≈ $2.00

Fried Horse Mackerel

アジフライ

Deep-fried horse mackerel. Crispy batter and flaky flesh are delicious.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Kisu (Sillago)

キス

Deep-fried Kisu (Sillago) fish. A delicate and refined flavor.

¥230 ≈ $1.00

Mentaiko (Spicy Cod Roe)

たらこ

Deep-fried mentaiko (spicy cod roe). When cooked, it develops a popping texture and its flavor intensifies.

¥140 ≈ $1.00

Shrimp

エビ

Classic deep-fried shrimp skewers. Fried crispy down to the tail.

¥230 ≈ $1.00

Vegetables

Lotus Root

レンコン

Deep-fried lotus root slices. Popular for its crisp texture.

¥110 ≈ $1.00

Onion

玉ネギ

Deep-fried onion slices. They become sweeter when fried and have a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

¥110 ≈ $1.00

Potato

ジャガイモ

Fluffy deep-fried potato skewers. Delicious with salt or sauce.

¥130 ≈ $1.00

Beni Shoga (Pickled Ginger)

紅しょうが

A unique Osaka-style deep-fried skewer. Deep-fried beni shoga (pickled ginger). The sourness and spiciness neutralize the oil, making it refreshing and goes well with drinks.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Eggplant

なすび

Deep-fried eggplant. Absorbs oil, becoming juicy and melt-in-your-mouth.

¥140 ≈ $1.00

Yam

山芋

Deep-fried yam skewers. Enjoy the unique crispy and fluffy texture.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Garlic

ニンニク

Whole garlic cloves, deep-fried. Fluffy and revitalizing.

¥130 ≈ $1.00

Asparagus

アスパラ

Deep-fried whole asparagus. Satisfying and brings out the sweetness of the vegetable.

¥250 ≈ $2.00

Shiitake Mushroom

しいたけ

Deep-fried shiitake mushrooms. Thick and juicy, bursting with mushroom umami.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Tomato

トマト

Deep-fried cherry tomatoes. They become sweeter when heated, and the juice bursts in your mouth.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Other

Quail Egg

うずら

Deep-fried quail egg skewers. A classic with a firm white and creamy yolk.

¥160 ≈ $1.00

Cheese

チーズ

Deep-fried processed cheese. Hot and the cheese inside melts.

¥230 ≈ $1.00

Mochi

もち

Deep-fried mochi skewers. Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside.

¥180 ≈ $1.00

Cookies & Cream

クッキー＆クリーム

Cookies & Cream flavored dessert kushikatsu. Enjoyable as a dessert.

¥110 ≈ $1.00

Banana

バナナ

Deep-fried banana dessert skewer. The cooked banana becomes sweeter and melt-in-your-mouth, often served with chocolate sauce.

¥110 ≈ $1.00

Drinks

Drinks eligible for Chinchirorin game (roll dice to change prices).

Jim Beam Highball

ジムビームハイボール

A soda mix of the Japanese whisky "Jim Beam". Its mild taste and refreshing carbonation pair well with fried foods.

¥420 ≈ $3.00

Jim Beam Apple Highball

ジムビームアップルハイボール

A highball made with Jim Beam and green apple flavor. Fruity and easy to drink.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Jim Beam Peach Highball

ジムビームピーチハイボール

A highball made with Jim Beam and peach flavor. Characterized by its sweet aroma.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Kakuhai (Highball)

角ハイボール

A soda mix of the classic Japanese whisky "Kakubin". Dry and clean aftertaste.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

SUI Gin Soda

翠ジンソーダ

A soda mix of the Japanese gin "SUI". It has a refreshing taste with aromas of Japanese ingredients like yuzu, green tea, and ginger, making it a good pairing with meals.

¥460 ≈ $3.00

Tequila Goldfish

テキーラ金魚

A goldfish-shaped cocktail with chili peppers floating inside. Tequila-based.

A cocktail made with tequila, perilla, and chili pepper. It looks like a goldfish bowl, with a spicy accent.

¥490 ≈ $3.00

Mug Cocktail

ジョッキカクテル

Generous mug cocktails. Sweet and easy-to-drink options like peach and cassis.

¥450~ ≈ $3.00

Shochu

焼酎

Japanese distilled spirit. Imo shochu has a unique sweet aroma, while mugi shochu has a fragrant and clean taste. Enjoy it on the rocks, with water, or with hot water.

¥450~ ≈ $3.00

Lemon Sour

レモンサワー

A refreshing drink made with shochu, soda, and lemon. It pairs perfectly with fried foods, and its sourness refreshes your palate.

¥450~ ≈ $3.00

The PREMIUM MALT'S "Kaoru" Ale (Kami-awa)

神泡 The PREMIUM MALT'S <香る>エール

Suntory's premium beer. Features a fruity aroma and rich body. Served with creamy foam (Kami-awa).

¥500 ≈ $3.00

Hiyashiame Sour

冷やしあめサワー

Osaka Specialty Drinks

A sour made with "Hiyashiame" (a syrup drink with ginger), a summer specialty in Kansai. Characterized by its ginger flavor and gentle sweetness.

¥450 ≈ $3.00

Gari Chuhai

ガリ酎

Pickled Ginger Chuhai

A chuhai containing gari (pickled ginger) from sushi. The sweet and sourness of the gari and the saltiness transfer to the drink, creating a unique flavor. The gari inside can also be eaten as a snack.

¥720~ ≈ $5.00

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