This time, the restaurant is Pule in Fukushima, Osaka. It has been featured in the Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2017 and is a popular yakitori restaurant. The location is just a short walk from Fukushima Station. The exterior is cute and has a stylish cafe-like atmosphere. It was 6:30 pm, and reservations are essential due to its popularity. The counter is quite narrow, so be careful as it can get crowded. There are also table seats available. I decided to order a few items from the menu. The appetizer menu on the blackboard offers unique and interesting dishes. I also ordered a draft beer, Kirin Heartland, which had a beautiful foam and a light glass. It was a perfect beer. Soon, the appetizers and dishes arrived, and I started my meal. ★★★ - Grilled apple and duck with balsamic sauce: Ordered from the blackboard menu. The sweet grilled apple paired with flavorful roasted duck meat was delicious. It was a unique and tasty dish that elevated the dining experience at a yakitori restaurant. - Wasabi grilled chicken tenderloin: The tender and slightly rare chicken tenderloin with a hint of wasabi was a perfect combination. It was juicy and went well with beer. - Chicken tenderloin: The thick chicken tenderloin was rich in flavor and perfectly balanced with the mild sauce. It was a satisfying dish that made me enjoy every bite. - Chicken meatball: A juicy and flavorful meatball that was well-balanced and delicious. It was a great dish to enjoy while sipping on drinks. - Chicken skin: The crispy chicken skin with salt was perfectly grilled, offering a light and flavorful snack. It had a great texture and aroma, making it a delightful dish. - Chicken oyster: Although smaller than the tenderloin, the chicken oyster was packed with flavor and had a light aftertaste. It was a surprisingly delicious dish that I enjoyed. - Chicken tail: A surprisingly tasty chicken tail that was crispy and easy to eat, with no unpleasant smell or taste. It was a great dish for those who enjoy this type of food. - Shiitake mushroom: A thick and juicy shiitake mushroom seasoned with salt and lemon. The flavorful mushroom was refreshing with the salt and lemon, making it a delightful snack to accompany drinks. In conclusion, the restaurant served yakitori and dishes promptly, and the flavors were excellent. The quality of the dishes on the blackboard menu was high, with a touch of French cuisine essence. The restaurant seemed appealing to both women and those who enjoy drinking. The staff provided excellent service, even taking the time to explain about sake. Despite the slight delay in serving drinks, it did not bother me personally. The bill came out to around 5000 yen per person, which was quite reasonable. I found another great restaurant. Thank you for the delicious meal.

We made a reservation and visited with 4 people! I love yakitori, and although it was surprisingly noisy, overall it was good! We ordered a variety of dishes including chest with konbu, assorted sashimi and 7 types of yakitori, as well as a stylish fig-like ham. The yakitori, especially the seseri, was thick and delicious! It was quite juicy! We also ordered chicken soup at the end! It was totally to my liking, but I felt like the chicken soup could use a little more oomph! However, the drinks and staff were great! It's a very satisfying restaurant!! Thank you for the meal!

The yakitori was delicious, with the skin being very crispy and flavorful. It was slightly salty, but not overwhelmingly so. I found myself running out of drinks quickly as the selection of chu-hai and beer was limited. The size of the skewers was surprising. The corn and truffle dish had an excessive amount of truffle, making it questionable as a balanced dish. The fig and mascarpone dish should have been served towards the end. The roasted lamb was particularly delicious. The prices were not listed on the chalkboard menu, but the total bill came out to be around 16,000 yen. The panda chopstick rest was cute.

The assorted sashimi was delicious. The Munenokonbu-shime, Kokoro, and kimozuri were all tasty, although a bit too salty. The portions were large and satisfying. The heart, liver, wasabi-yaki, and seseri were all good as well. However, lately many yakitori restaurants insist on serving skewers in pairs, which can be frustrating. Going alone means having to eat two of each type, limiting the variety you can try. Going with a friend means having to eat types you don't want to. While it may be the restaurant's policy, I personally prefer to avoid such places in the future. I probably won't be going back.

It was delicious but very disappointing. My friend can only drink soft drinks, so they ordered a cola. However, when they tried to order another one, they were told that there was no more cola even though it was visible in the kitchen. Then when they tried to order water, they were told there was no water either. It was strange when water came with the strong alcohol they ordered. The yakitori was very tasty but I felt very disappointed.

Taste: Excellent Cost performance: Excellent However, the interior of the restaurant is small, so it is not suitable for a date. It's more of a casual place where you can go in casual clothing rather than dressed up. When I went, it was always crowded, so I think reservations are necessary!

I was really looking forward to visiting the Yakitori expert group and went there. First, I tried the chef's omakase course! The cost performance was quite good and every skewer was delicious. I was so full that I wanted to eat it every day, and I could only order one dish, but it was also delicious. I definitely want to go again! ✊

Second stop at Pure! Ordered a mix of skewers and a sashimi platter. Maybe my expectations were too high... The chicken heart skewers were juicy and recommended! The negima tsukune was big but had a dry texture, which could be a hit or miss depending on your preference. They were well cooked. You can't choose the sauce, it's mainly salt-based. The sauce was on the watery side. The sashimi platter had a chicken kelp-wrapped piece that was moist and delicious. The price wasn't mentioned but it was 2200 yen. The appetizer was a soup for 550 yen, tasted homemade and delicious. Maybe ordering individual items instead of a platter would have been better? There was no special or cost-effective feeling in terms of taste or presentation. The service was friendly with a smile, but they came to take our order as soon as we opened the menu, which might be good for some people but felt rushed for me. Especially the small amount of drinks... We were about 10 minutes late, so we only stayed for about an hour before last order. It felt rushed... The first place was too good! The price was almost double compared to my usual spot, but the taste wasn't that different, so I probably won't go back again.

I visited a popular yakitori restaurant! I arrived at 6pm so it was fine, but by 7pm it was full with customers! The restaurant serves not only yakitori, but also dishes that seem popular with women and chu-hai cocktails made with freshly cut fruit for each order, which seems like a lot of effort! The yakitori had large juicy pieces and they were all delicious♩

I went to dinner with friends at a restaurant I had been wanting to visit for a while! The grilled beef tongue was delicious ✩ The yakitori, especially the tail and neck, was also very tasty. The portion sizes were normal haha The rice dishes like grilled rice balls or egg over rice are recommended ♥ I would recommend going with friends rather than on a date! The atmosphere of the restaurant was great.

I went with some acquaintances who were interested in trying this place out. There were six of us and we decided to go with the omakase 7-skewer set, and then ordered some a la carte items as well. The skewers were all delicious. I will definitely go back again.

In Fukushima, I went on a yakitori crawl. The first place recommended by a popular comedian was not to my liking, so I moved on to the second place. The second place had a stylish interior that seemed appealing to women, and the daily recommendations were written on a blackboard. Surprisingly, they offered a variety of fancy appetizers using vegetables for a yakitori restaurant. My friend and I ordered a mushroom salad and lily root with karasumi, both of which paired well with wine. The yakitori itself had a firm texture and was perfectly cooked. It's a great place for a date and even wine enthusiasts will be very satisfied.

Fukushima "Puu-re" This day was a night out in Fukushima. The first stop was at the yakitori restaurant "Puu-re". It's a popular restaurant located a 3-minute walk from Fukushima Station, featured in the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide. Of course, we made a reservation before visiting. The restaurant has a counter surrounding the kitchen and tables in the back. The lighting is intentionally dim, making it a great spot for a date. There were many couples and beautiful customers. The complimentary dish was a chilled sweet potato potage, with a gentle sweetness. The Kombu-shime chicken breast for 850 yen was delicious even without any sauce, as you can taste the flavor of the kombu. This was a perfect warm-up before the grilled dishes. The thick Negi (price unknown) was a recommended daily special. The thick Negi was slowly grilled over charcoal, making it tender inside! The light snow salt enhanced the sweetness of the Negi even more! We ordered the owner's recommended 7 skewers for 1800 yen. You can also order a la carte, but the omakase course was a good value. The Munewasabi was perfectly rare and had a nice bounce to it. The saltiness made it perfect for drinking. The Negima was a high-volume, powerful dish. It wasn't overflowing with juices, but it had a strong umami flavor! The Negi was tender and delicious. The Marunankotsu was a chewy, flavorful dish. It had a good amount of fat and was juicy. The Hatsu was crispy and the liver was melt-in-your-mouth. The saltiness was just right. The Tsukune was light and fluffy, not heavy on the meat juices. The liver sauce was appetizing. It was a bit disappointing that there wasn't more of the connective tissue. The combination of Hatsu and liver was great. I liked it. We stopped here for the night out, as we were going to visit other places. This stylish yakitori restaurant is recommended for a date night.

I ordered grilled chicken, green onion, pork belly, chicken skewers, onigiri rice balls, and ochazuke with a kiwi sour for about 7000 yen. Each dish was large and filling, especially enjoyed the grilled chicken and chicken skewers.

Cheap and delicious...what more can I say? Truly amazing, as expected in Osaka Fukushima! The mushroom carpaccio? The Shine Muscat and cabbage salad? The seared summer truffle and corn tartare? I'm sorry, I don't remember the exact names of the dishes...but everything was truly delicious and impressive. When I come to Osaka again, I will definitely visit here! Thank you for the meal. *☻

I called in the evening on the same day and was able to make a reservation for 8:00 p.m. The order was as follows: - Chicken and avocado tartare - Chicken yukhoe - Asparagus warm egg on top - Corn summer truffle - Negima (¥320 per skewer) - Tsukune (¥230 per skewer) - Seseri (¥320 per skewer) - Kawa (¥250 per skewer) - Hatsu (¥230 per skewer) - Bonjiri (¥200 per skewer) - Marunankotsu (¥200 per skewer) - Yagenankotsu (¥200 per skewer) - Zuri (¥230 per skewer) - Tsunagi (¥250 per skewer) - Grilled rice ball (¥350) Everything was delicious, but as expected. I personally prefer juicier skewers with more meat juice inside, so I felt a little unsatisfied. Hatsu and tsunagi were very delicious with plenty of meat juice. It's hard to evaluate the individual dishes as the prices were not known, but it might be better not to have high expectations. Among the dishes, the asparagus was the most delicious. Skewers are ordered in sets of 2, with prices ranging from ¥200 to ¥350 per skewer. I thought we were being conservative with our order as it was our second stop, but it turned out to be more expensive than I had imagined. (Visited with 3 people and spent a little over ¥15,000) The service spirit of the owner is what left the biggest impression.

A journey to conquer the fierce battleground of yakitori in the Fukushima area. A yakitori restaurant located 3 minutes from Fukushima Station. The restaurant is located in a small shop in a shopping street just before Mister Donut, crossing the railway tracks from Fukushima Station. The atmosphere is like a hidden gem. The owner trained at Ayamuya, a Michelin-acquired restaurant, before becoming independent. The small restaurant has a counter and about 6 table seats at the back. It is a popular place, so make sure to make a reservation on weekends and even on weekdays. We ordered a yakitori assortment of 7 types (1700 yen) for 2 people, two servings of grilled vegetables yam (300 yen), a mixed plate of chicken sashimi (around 1500 yen?), and egg mayo (300 yen?). Each yakitori skewer is large, so if you want to try various items other than yakitori or if you're not very hungry, it might be better to order them individually instead of the assortment. Since the menu on the blackboard at the back counter is hardly visible, please be mindful of that. The appetizer is a soup made with vegetables (I forgot which vegetables). It has a creamy and gentle taste, which is delicious. The chicken sashimi is almost a must-order. It includes three types: chicken breast, liver, and heart. It's rare to see heart included, which is nice. The yakitori is all cooked perfectly with the charcoal fire, and they are quite large with a satisfying texture. The small plates for the yakitori also have a nice atmosphere. The chicken breast is cooked rare in the middle, not tough, and has a fluffy texture. The chicken heart with salt or sauce is big and has a good bite. The marunankotsu spice with salt or spice is flavorful and goes well with alcohol. The chicken liver with sauce or salt is large. The negima with salt or sauce is big. I was hoping for seseri, but unexpectedly got tebasaki (chicken wings). However, these chicken wings are delicious. The skin and meat are cooked just right, and the salt seasoning is perfect. The tsukune with sauce or salt is juicy, which is different from the usual tsukune that is dipped in egg yolk. This tsukune is quite meaty. I was surprised because I was expecting a juicy tsukune, but this one was different. I think I prefer the juicy tsukune. The egg mayo is topped with a bright red egg yolk and original mayonnaise sauce. It's decent. I had 4 drinks, and the total cost was just over 9000 yen. It's not cheap, but the cooking is excellent. The memorable items were the perfectly cooked tebasaki and the meaty tsukune. I would like to try seseri and bonjiri next time. With its hidden gem atmosphere and delicious yakitori, be sure to check it out~

I ordered a mixed skewer set of 7 items, chicken skewers, and chicken liver macarons. It was a bit less than what I usually eat, but I was satisfied. The flavors were delicious. I sat at the counter, and the chairs might feel a bit small for men. The chicken liver macarons were an interesting combination of sweet liver and macaron shell!

I had only been to a highly rated yakitori restaurant in Tokyo before, but I was told by a local in Osaka that there are plenty of high-level yakitori restaurants in Osaka as well. I called a few restaurants on the list and the third one, Pule, accepted my reservation. The clientele mainly consisted of young and stylish gourmet women, with a few elderly customers who seemed slightly out of place. The staff at the restaurant were kind and I enjoyed a very delicious and lovely dinner with my first Osaka yakitori experience. Everything was delicious, but the "wasabi yakitori," which was grilled chicken breast with wasabi, was the most impressive. I will definitely be back again, being careful not to disrupt the atmosphere of the restaurant.

I made a reservation to visit this restaurant that caught my eye on the way back from KETOBASHIYA CHAMPION. The place was almost full, indicating its popularity. The customers seemed to be on the younger side, with few older patrons like myself. I tried dishes like tsukune, neck, and bonjiri, which were quite large in size. Personally, I prefer them a bit smaller, but the taste was good. There are many yakitori restaurants in Fukushima, making it hard to choose. This time, I planned to visit about three places for drinks and food, so I tried to avoid excessive drinking and eating. I often go to Temma from Fukushima, so maybe I should start exploring Fukushima more. I have been to a certain oden restaurant and yakitori places before, but it seems like there are more standing bars and izakayas in Fukushima now.

I was searching for a place to eat delicious yakitori and came across Pure-san. I made a same-day reservation and visited. The exterior was delicate and stylish, but once inside, a casual atmosphere greeted me, which was surprising. The counter and tables were almost full, with everyone enjoying sake and yakitori in a lively manner. I ordered a platter of chicken sashimi, 7 assorted yakitori skewers, seseri (chicken neck), skin, yam, chicken soup, oolong tea x3, and cider apple. The total bill came to around 10,500 yen. The appetizer was a mini-sized new onion potage, which was adorable. The chicken sashimi was fresh and delicious. The assorted yakitori included chicken breast with wasabi, negima (chicken and green onion), chicken wing, heart, cartilage, tsukune (chicken meatball), and liver. They were all perfectly seasoned and easy to eat. Particularly, the negima and heart had a good amount of meat and great texture, and the cooking was spot on. The cartilage was bite-sized and tasty. The chicken wing was slightly overcooked, the tsukune was a bit firm, and the liver still had a distinct taste that some might not like. The additional seseri I ordered had large pieces of meat and I understood why everyone recommended it. It's a must-order. The skin was perfectly grilled, and the yam was cut into large pieces, providing a satisfying crunch and delicious taste. It was a wonderful restaurant where you can enjoy delicious yakitori in a casual atmosphere.