"I went to the 'Gin Dako Sakaba Grand Opening Festival' 2023, which is an 'absolutely great deal' for 3 days. They offered triple stamps, all-day Premium Malt for 200 yen, and Highball or Lemon Sour for 100 yen. Also, you can get 4 pieces of takoyaki for 280 yen. The Gindako Yokocho and Gin Dako Highball Sakaba are also included in the promotion. I tried the lemon sour, which I usually drink everywhere, for only 100 yen! The takoyaki was delicious as always, and the yakisoba was also fantastic. It's been a while since I had takoyaki with my drink."

Ninth stop on the drinking tour in Kinshicho: I moved to the south exit shopping street because I wanted to eat takoyaki! There were too many catchy signs in the shopping street, but I stayed focused on eating takoyaki. I ordered four regular sauce-flavored takoyaki balls. They were fried perfectly. The place had a small alley with four shops, and I found a sign for "Nikomiya Roku." I decided to try their pork paika in black vinegar stew, and it was absolutely delicious! It was addictive. When mixed with mustard, it went perfectly with alcohol.

I enjoy eating hot takoyaki in the store. It's nice that they come in a pack of four. They have other snacks too. Hot food is always delicious. I really like flour-based dishes. The alcohol goes down smoothly. The place is always lively. I had a few drinks and then asked for the bill. Thank you for the meal.

In March 2023, there is a place near JR Kinshicho Station, about a 1-minute walk, that used to be like the Cabaret London. It has a counter and table seats, creating a casual atmosphere where you can easily drink and eat. Unlike the standing bars with regular customers, this place is a chain restaurant, making it convenient for anyone to use. I ordered a lemon sour, a broccoli and mushroom gratin for 480 yen (which was okay), a takoyaki with a Western twist, a cheese and mentaiko takoyaki for 390 yen (which was good), and the classic sauce takoyaki. I used this place before heading to my planned restaurant, and needless to say, I ended up eating more than expected. I like the fact that this place has seating, accepts card and electronic payments, and doesn't require the same level of commitment as standing bars. While standing bars have their charm, places like this are also nice. A lemon sour with takoyaki might be a good combination. Afterwards, I went to eat yakitori. It was a refreshing meal.

Refreshing highball to quench your thirst. Octopus balls as a snack, followed by another highball. Be careful not to overeat because there's more to come. It's so cheap that you can't help but order more. Enjoy a quick and pleasant buzz. Thank you for the meal. I'll be back again.

In November 2022, a casual dining and drinking spot located just a minute's walk from JR Kinshicho Station. Unlike standing bars, this place has both counter and table seats, making it easy for regular customers and chain store visitors to enjoy a meal or drink without feeling out of place. Operating hours are from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM on weekdays, 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturdays, and 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM on Sundays and holidays. We ordered a draft lemon sour for 528 yen, a specialty lemon sour from the bar for 390 yen, takoyaki with sauce for 341 yen, and fried chicken for 396 yen. The draft lemon sour was easy to drink, but the specialty lemon sour was just as good. The takoyaki had a variety of flavors like rich and savory sesame and miso, but we opted for the regular one, which was delicious and piping hot. The fried chicken was also hot and flavorful, making it a great snack. Despite intending to keep it light, we ended up spending over 2,000 yen. Thank you for the delicious meal!

Today (September 22nd) I had a job interview for a side job. The interview was at 2:00 pm, and I was immediately hired based on my work history, which was a relief. After being rejected in multiple interviews at other companies, it was a long time coming, so I was feeling really happy! And then, I suddenly felt the urge to drink. That's when I headed to Ginza no Takoyaki Highball, a place near the station. I often go there alone to enjoy takoyaki and highballs. I always order the same thing - a mega highball with 6 teritama takoyaki. This is my standard order. Above all, the complimentary mountain of seasoned jellyfish is really delicious. It has a nice crunchy texture and is so satisfying to eat. I wish it was on the regular menu because I love it so much. But since it's just a complimentary dish, I only get a little bit. I nibbled on the jellyfish while sipping my highball, and then the teritama takoyaki arrived. Ginza no Takoyaki is so crispy and delicious, especially when paired with teritama. Once I started eating the takoyaki, I couldn't stop. After enjoying my meal and drinks, I felt satisfied. It was a great solo dining experience. Alright, I'll definitely be back! #KinshichoGourmet #GinzaNoTakoyakiHighballBar #SumidaWardGourmet #TokyoGourmet #FoodieWanted

The store was crowded with many customers! I felt like eating takoyaki, so I went to Gin Dako Highball. You can also take out, but it's the best to eat freshly baked takoyaki inside the store with alcohol! The takoyaki was delicious, and the chicken wings were also tender! It was so tasty that I ordered seconds. Thank you for the meal!

I went to Tsukiji Gindaco Highball Alley after seeing it on "Job Tune" the other day! The dishes that passed the TV test were all delicious: the incredibly tasty takoyaki, the exclusive tebasaki (chicken wings), and the flavorful spicy tendon stew. In addition, I also ordered the sesame miso grated radish and the meat-wrapped onigiri stick. I was curious about the "Croissant Taiyaki" that I saw on TV, but unfortunately, it was not available at this location. The approved menu items were truly outstanding, each one was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I wanted to eat some freshly made takoyaki, so I decided to stop by this place. I arrived around 4pm. The interior of the shop has a casual, street food stall vibe, making it easy for even one person to visit. They offer a variety of takoyaki flavors, with each pack containing 4 pieces. You can enjoy them by yourself or share and try different flavors. I personally think the standard sauce flavor is the most delicious. The takoyaki has a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior, my favorite is the Gindako flavor. They also offer takeout options.

Negi tako, edamame, highball. The silver tako here comes with bean sprout namul as an appetizer. The takoyaki has a crispy texture, as expected from silver tako, with consistent quality. Be careful as the first bite is hot. Thanks to the negi tako's broth, it's just right. Great for drinking alone or for a leisurely third round.

Located in Kinshicho, Gin Dako is just a few minutes' walk from Kinshicho Station South Exit. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is reminiscent of a standing bar, where you can enjoy drinks and eat takoyaki. Takoyaki can be ordered in sets of four, making it perfect for a light snack. The takoyaki is delicious, which is a plus. The interior plays old songs like ZARD and Kobushi Ryuu, creating a casual atmosphere. While it may not have the unique vibe of a standing bar, it seems to cater more to a younger crowd. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

I visited in the early afternoon on Saturday. There are tables and a counter, making it easy for even one person to use. There were mostly groups of men dining during lunchtime. Since I was alone, I was seated at the counter. I had 8 pieces of delicious takoyaki. You can help yourself to water. The takoyaki was soft and tasty, freshly cooked.

A good friend from my hometown who I've been close with since middle school has moved to Tokyo. The location is Kinshicho. It's a station I haven't really visited much, but it seems quite convenient with good access and commercial facilities. My friend just moved in and doesn't really know the restaurants in Kinshicho yet, so I decided to recommend a casual and affordable place. How many times have I been to Gin Dako Highball, a place that is easy to enter and serves quickly, a good place to hang out. For me, it's that kind of place. We toasted with Mega Highballs and Mega Lemon Sours. Our first order was Peppers with Octopus Takoyaki, which came out quickly. The good thing about this place is the fast service. The takoyaki is, needless to say, the taste of that Gin Dako. Crispy on the outside and creamy inside. Personally, I prefer this kind of takoyaki to the softer ones. It's delicious as always. The octopus sashimi was seasoned with salt and olive oil. I aspired to a stylish taste, but it feels like it couldn't quite achieve that. I think soy sauce would be tastier. The dumplings and shumai we ordered in between were at a supermarket level. The tebasaki mentaiko we ordered for the first time was just okay. The teppanyaki dishes like tonpei-yaki were cheap and quite tasty. You could say that the expectation here is to come for takoyaki and highballs only haha... While saying that it's just a place to hang out, we ended up spending around 4500 yen per person, haha. Well, these things happen sometimes. Thank you for the meal! ^^

I had work in Kinshicho on this day, so when I come to Kinshicho, I have to drink, otherwise it's a waste! I work hard every day, but all the money I earn disappears into alcohol. Recently, I gave up on dieting and stopped doing muscle training, but I still enjoy drinking and eating, which led to a major rebound in my weight. My husband warned me that if I gain any more weight, it would be bad. So, I started paying more attention to walking, setting a goal of 10,000 steps a day. It's challenging on workdays, but I try to be conscious of it. On this day, I searched for interesting restaurants on Tabelog the night before, and I walked around checking out all the places I had marked. After a long day of work, I managed to reach 10,000 steps! The final restaurant I decided on was Gindako Highball Yokocho in Kinshicho. It's a place where even women feel comfortable, so I recommend it. Just the name Gindako makes it inviting, right? I entered from the entrance closer to the station, and was directed to the counter seats near the large front entrance. It was a bit cold being close to the entrance, but it was convenient to have the takeaway counter nearby with staff always present for easy ordering. The kitchen was covered by acrylic walls, so it was impossible to call out to the kitchen staff, but I could see them cooking takoyaki, which was nice. The menu had a lot of options, so I ordered a variety of items. Of course, I couldn't visit Gindako without having their takoyaki. I ordered the Cheese Mentaiko Takoyaki (4 pieces) for 407 yen. You can choose 4, 6, or 8 pieces. Since I wanted to try other items, I went with 4 pieces. It was the usual delicious takoyaki from Gindako - crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. The combination of mentaiko and cheese was fantastic! They also had oden, which caught my eye, so I ordered some. I tried the Beef Skewer (308 yen), Takoball (198 yen for 3 pieces), Daikon Radish (165 yen), and Konjac (165 yen). The prices were a bit higher than I expected, but the quality was good. The beef skewer was tender and delicious, and the takoball, made of fish surimi filled with octopus, was a pleasant surprise. The daikon was a bit firm but tasty, and I loved the konjac, especially with mustard. I also ordered their motsu-nikomi for 462 yen, which had a generous portion. Gindako is known for their Tsubo Kyu, so I had to try it for 352 yen. For drinks, I started with a Premium Malt's draft beer (539 yen) and then added a Hoppy set (528 yen), but later ordered a Hoppy Chuu for 330 yen. The prices were a bit on the higher side. I also tried their Kodozakeba Lemon Sour for 418 yen. If you're a woman going out alone, this is a welcoming place to visit. You can enjoy your drink in peace without having to interact much with the staff. Kinshicho station is truly enjoyable with a variety of enticing restaurants. I had a relaxing and enjoyable time, even though the prices were a bit higher than some budget-friendly izakayas. The casual atmosphere was much appreciated. And as usual, I went to the supermarket near the station for their half-price sushi and side dishes, and enjoyed more drinks with my family at home. This has become a routine, so I'll skip the details.

I found a new place while heading home after visiting four bars in Kinshicho, so I decided to check it out. It seems like there are more new stores opening up in the area recently. Kinshicho used to be less crowded compared to before, but this place had more customers than the previous two bars I visited (Robatayaki Kaizoku and Kushikatsu Dengana). I enjoy eating takoyaki while drinking, so I sometimes do that. The takoyaki here was freshly made, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was great to enjoy it piping hot with a highball. I noticed they have other menu items as well, so I'll come back on an empty stomach next time to try them out. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I went out for a work meeting in the morning and returned to Kinshicho, where I was looking for a lunch spot. Since it was a weekend with horse racing, many izakayas were open. I decided to have a casual drink and stumbled upon a place near the station. The menu had a variety of street food items, not just takoyaki. I ordered tsukune skewers, black pork shumai, and yakisoba to go with my highball. The tsukune skewers were small pieces of cucumber seasoned with sesame oil and salt, served in a small dish. The black pork shumai was a bit pricey but had a good amount of meat and tasted delicious. The yakisoba was decent, nothing special. Overall, it was a nice spot for a casual drink and snack.

I went to a Gin Dako Highball shop in Kinshicho. There didn't seem to be any social distancing measures in place, but it was nice to see that it was quite busy. They served takoyaki, yakisoba, which are popular among young people but not so much for older folks. Thank you for the meal!

I went to a restaurant near Kinshicho Station with someone who had never been there before. Hmm, it was crowded despite the ongoing pandemic, but the staff seemed tired and unfriendly. However, the collaboration beef bowl with Yowarino-Taki was delicious! Thank you for the meal~♪

I work near Kinshicho Station. I finished work before evening and thought of having a drink before heading home. I crossed the Keiyo Highway and arrived at the station. I noticed a gyoza restaurant called Danda Dan that I've been curious about. I looked inside but there were no customers. I'm a bit shy to enter a restaurant alone with no customers, so I decided to try it another time. I walked towards the station and found a sign for Gindako. I remember being lured by a tout to a different izakaya on the second floor of the same building before. Today, there was no tout, so I entered smoothly. I don't usually eat takoyaki, but I used to enjoy delicious takoyaki near Minatomachi in Osaka where they used plenty of eggs and were fluffy. I have a strong image of that takoyaki, so I find Kanto-style takoyaki not to my liking. But I had high hopes for Gindako. I ordered a bottle of beer and 4 takoyaki. The takoyaki arrived when I was halfway through the beer. The outside was crispy. Hmm. It seems that my taste buds prefer Kansai-style takoyaki. I also ordered pork tongue, highball, and a few skewers of grilled chicken. The grilled chicken was okay, but the pork tongue was delicious. There are plenty of other snacks on the menu, so it's a place where you can enjoy a variety of dishes without being fixated on the takoyaki. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.