First-time visitor to Dandadan! It really flies! I passed by during lunchtime and it was not crowded, so I decided to visit. This was my debut at Dandadan. I ordered the Hoppy Black set and looked over the menu. Gyoza was a definite order, but I was also intrigued by the minced meat and bean sprouts dish, so I ordered that as well. The minced meat and bean sprouts dish arrived and it was surprisingly large. Even for two people, it was a sufficient amount, so I corrected my order to be served in a bowl. The mildly spicy level of spiciness was pleasant, and it definitely pairs well with alcohol and rice. In fact, everyone from children to seniors can enjoy this endless bean sprout dish. It is a must-order menu item, following the gyoza. As my first glass of Hoppy ran out, I ordered Nakajima. They brought a kettle and said, "Stop when you want us to stop pouring." I didn't say anything to test it, and the glass was filled up, creating a Kinmiya Rock. I didn't feel like the drink menu had outstanding value, but this deal was amazing. I think most people would easily get drunk with two glasses of Kinmiya Rock. Next up was the main event, the pan-fried gyoza. Visually, it looked like a traditional gyoza. The skin was on the thicker side, which I like. I cautiously took a bite, expecting the meat juice to fly out, and it did! The aroma of the meat and the generous amount of meat juice that spread in my mouth was incredible! I believe it was seasoned with miso, and it was tasty enough to eat on its own. However, my personal preference is to dip it in soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil, which makes the gyoza delicious! You have to be careful because if you take your eyes off it for a moment, the meat juice will definitely fly out. However, the taste is undeniably delicious, not to be underestimated for a chain restaurant! As my Hoppy ran out again, I looked at the menu to add another drink and found the "Dandadan Highball," a highly recommended drink with a confident name. It's a highball with beer foam on top. It was surprisingly delicious. If you're already tipsy, this drink will definitely make you feel even better! I also tried the default highball, and the only difference was the 10 yen price gap, being served in a metal tumbler. Definitely try it for the second drink or as your first drink! Also, the highball here is typically served with Suntory whisky, but the fact that you can choose between Yamazaki and Hakushu is a nice touch! Along with the highball, I added the green onion and liver dish, which was also delicious. The low-temperature cooked liver mixed with green onions, sesame oil, and salt was simple yet so tasty! Personally, adding chili oil made it even more delicious. Furthermore, the attention to detail was evident with hand sanitizing upon entry, partitions at every table, and thorough disinfection of empty seats. It was a delightful lunchtime drinking session with gyoza that oozes meat juice, bean sprouts, and liver, paired with Hoppy and Highball. It was really great. I definitely want to come back at night next time.

Today was a casual night out. I've been to Dandadan Sakaba a few times at other locations. This is my third time here. No appetizer, no cover charge. But the drinks and food are slightly more expensive. When I sat down, before even asking me what I wanted to drink, they asked, "How many dumplings would you like? One plate has six." Well, I get it, but come on! Let me at least look at the menu first. I went with the Hoppy set for 548 yen. It's 383 yen at other places, so it's a bit pricey here! They pour until you tell them to stop. But the alcohol is very weak. I had four drinks and didn't feel buzzed at all. I even tried it without ice, and it was the same. Hmm, maybe it's watered down? The main dish, the grilled dumplings, is 614 yen for six. Most places offer five, so maybe they should consider lowering the price per plate by reducing the number of dumplings. They're frozen. Fresh dumplings are tasty, but frozen ones have a different flavor that's also delicious. They're grilled perfectly, juicy, and just the right bite size. You have to eat them in one bite to avoid the juice spilling out. I cut one open out of curiosity. The filling is mostly meat, but there's too much space between the skin and the filling, which is a bit disappointing.

I drank at a gyoza restaurant just south of Kinshicho Station. As soon as I sat down, I was asked about drinks and the number of gyoza I wanted. If it's their specialty, you have to order it! When the gyoza arrived, it was true to the name of the restaurant - gyoza with amazing juicy filling. If you eat it the wrong way, it feels like the juice might splash onto the neighboring tables. These delicious gyoza are a must-order every time. It was a fun night with alcohol and gyoza. Thank you for the meal.

Located about a 3-minute walk from the south exit of Kinshicho Station on the JR Sobu Line in Sumida-ku, Tokyo. ★First visit on 10/3/2022★ This restaurant is located along the street where Kinshicho Marui is. I've been seeing this restaurant here and there lately. I thought it might be a Chinese-style izakaya specializing in gyoza, but it doesn't seem like that... I entered around 18:30 on a weekday (Monday). There were 6 customers already seated and 8 customers arrived later, all at table seats. There were also large table seats for one person, separated by acrylic boards. It seemed like they were short-staffed, as the staff was running around trying to manage everything. So, I placed my order all at once. Juicy pan-fried gyoza ★★★★ ¥515 (tax included) "Since it already has flavor, please enjoy it as it is," they said, so I ate it as it was. Indeed, it has a strong flavor, so you don't need to dip it in sauce! The skin is thick and the filling is substantial, so it's satisfying to eat. But when I tried to finish it in two bites, the juice burst out everywhere. It probably splattered on my clothes too... Steamed dumplings ★★★★ ¥537 (tax included) These are soup dumplings. The soup has a gentle flavor that makes you want to have it as a finale. The skin is also thick here. Lean horse sashimi ★★★★★ ¥878 (tax included) The condiments are ginger, garlic, and salt. Salt?! It was my first encounter with this kind of salt. The salt grains were huge, so I enjoyed crunching on them while eating (laughs). Ah, today the salt wins!! I consumed too much salt... Ginger sour ★★ ¥438 (tax included) Huh...?! It was different from what I had imagined. The taste of ginger was faint, not as strong as expected. It's a bit of a mixed bag. Midway through, two staff members returned from their break, and the situation became more organized with the additional help, but the orders were coming in fast and there was chaos with takeout orders. Good job, staff.

The excitement of the customers has decreased compared to before. While the restaurant specializes in dumplings, they are large and have thick skins, which I didn't particularly like. I couldn't feel the crispy texture of the skin when they were cooked! However, some people may think this is the ultimate dumpling! Thank you for the meal.

I visited after a long time! Was the menu at Dandadan in black and white? The photos were also in black and white and a bit hard to see. - Juicy grilled dumplings: The dumpling skin was quite firm. - Dumpling ice cream: I had never tried vanilla ice cream with sesame oil before. Thank you for the meal.

However, the meat juice dumplings at Dandadan, with their sizzling sound, truly made an impact as the crispy dumplings were brought to the table. Without anyone asking, the sound of "Dandadan!" was felt. Dipping the dumplings in vinegar, soy sauce, or chili oil, I picked up a piece with my chopsticks and stared at it before bringing it to my mouth. As soon as the supreme dumpling reached my mouth, the overflowing meat juice spread throughout, causing my brain circuits to short and leading me into a strange flashback scene. There, the solitary and nihilistic Baikinman was relentlessly pounding a lump of iron, making a resounding metallic sound. He was solely focused on creating machines. Despite knowing he would be beaten up by Anpanman, he couldn't stop making his beloved machines. He just really loved making machines. That's right, I like Baikinman, that solitary figure. As I reminisced, tears welled up as usual. The dumplings, fried chicken, and namul were all delicious. The beer was fantastic. No doubt, I'll come back again! Until the day Baikinman emerges victorious.

On this day (July 17), after finishing work (remotely) with nothing else to do, I decided to casually stroll over to Kinshicho. I thought I'd stop by Kaladi, but they didn't have the item I was looking for, so it was a bust. Feeling a bit disappointed, I wandered around Kinshicho and stumbled upon Dandadan! It had just opened and was empty. Seizing the opportunity, I confidently walked into the store! The outside was scorching hot, making me really thirsty. And what quenches my thirst better than water or Pocari? Beer, of course! I ordered a draft beer, and when I looked at the menu, there it was! My favorite Menma! I'm a huge fan of Menma, and Dandadan's Menma has a great flavor and texture. I love dipping it in gyoza sauce. So, whenever I come to Dandadan, I always order it. I placed my order for "one serving of Menma," and then the staff asked, "What about gyoza?" I did consider ordering it, but I wasn't feeling hungry due to the heat, so I replied, "No, thank you." The staff sounded disappointed... I'm sorry. I didn't eat your recommended dish... Gyoza is like a culture, right? It says something like that, like Ishida Junichi (old reference)! While thinking that, I quickly enjoyed the Menma that arrived and finished it off with a beer. It's still early evening, so I decided to stop after just one drink. But the sense of indulgence from drinking in the early evening is amazing! It's the best. Next time, I'll definitely have the gyoza as well (I have had it before. I know it's delicious!) Thank you for the meal~! #KinshichoGourmet #DandadanSakaba #TokyoGourmet #TokyoGourmetClub #IzakayaGirls #SoloDrinkingGirls #SoloDrinking #WantToConnectWithGourmetLovers

It's a dumpling restaurant. I came for some day drinking. I ordered the Black Hoppy Set for 480 yen and the Meat Juicy Pan-Fried Dumplings for 460 yen. I also got a glass of shochu for 280 yen. They said the dumplings have enough flavor on their own so no need for any additional sauce. When you bite into them, the meat juice oozes out. The dough is chewy and delicious. The Hoppy is poured into a kettle and they ask if you want more ice. Since there was still plenty of ice left, I opted not to add more and had my shochu poured in. They poured more than half of the glass. It was a great way to enjoy the alcohol. For the second round of shochu, I asked for more ice and they poured in more alcohol. It's a great place to savor alcohol.

After coming back from the sauna, I decided to grab a bite to eat! Dandadan's gyoza is my favorite because of the strong ginger flavor. Today, I also tried their DTKG, which is egg over rice with dashi poured over it. It was delicious! The toppings added a nice touch, making it a complete dish. The flavors are quite rich, so it's not something you'd want to eat right after the gyoza, haha. Also, the staff here is amazing - their energetic service is truly commendable. Thank you, Sano-kun!

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I have been seeing the Dandadan chain popping up in various places and gaining popularity. I decided to check out the branch in Kinshicho, and found the interior to be quite clean but small, so it might feel cramped with large bags. I ordered a premium malt beer, ginger highball, juicy grilled dumplings, warm egg and mozuku seaweed, quail seasoned egg, slightly spicy meat miso bean sprouts, and homemade seared chashu pork. The ginger highball was delicious, but the juicy grilled dumplings didn't seem to have much juice when I bit into them. However, they were large and satisfying to eat. The combination of warm egg and mozuku was unique and gave a sense of healthiness, reducing the guilt of drinking. The seared chashu pork was more substantial than expected. Overall, it was a good experience, and the restaurant accepts PayPay payments. Check out my blog for more details: https://zan3tho.com

This place is located about a 5-minute walk from Kinshicho Station. There are many restaurants around here. I went to Dandadan for the first time in a while. I arrived after 1 pm, but it was full inside. I had to wait outside with the promise that they would prepare a table soon. After waiting for 10 minutes, then 20 minutes, I finally got a table. It wasn't that the restaurant was full, but they were short-staffed. This made it difficult to place an order. However, the staff were very friendly despite being busy. I ordered the Gyoza set meal for 700 yen, which included 6 pan-fried gyoza, onsen tamago, soup, rice, and pickles. I also ordered additional items like pan-fried gyoza for 506 yen, salted cod roe with butter for 528 yen, and Hoppy-flavored meat juice. The gyoza had a chewy skin, flavorful meat filling, and a light meat juice. It was satisfying to eat. The salted cod roe with butter was a must-try item at Dandadan. The crispy potato skin, fluffy interior, and buttery flavor combined with the salted cod roe created a delicious dish. It was truly enjoyable. Thank you for the meal.

#Gyoza #Kinshicho "In Kinshicho enjoying juicy gyoza at a favorite gyoza izakaya, cheers! The mapo tofu made with a whole block of tofu is a voluminous dish! Both pan-fried and boiled gyoza are delicious, leaving me fully satisfied! The staff is truly wonderful and the food is delicious!"

The restaurant review is as follows: This is an izakaya located in Nishikicho with a rating of 3.14 on Tabelog. It is a new restaurant near the south exit that seems to be popping up in various places recently. The name "Nikuju Gyoza" has a very appealing ring to it, and the atmosphere seems suitable for a casual drink. I decided to visit because of this. I went in the early evening, so there was only one other group of customers. The spacious interior felt a bit lonely. The staff were cheerful and matched the atmosphere of the restaurant. It seems like the place would become lively once more customers arrive. We ordered lightly since we were just planning to have a few drinks. Of course, we ordered the Nikuju Gyoza. The menu is structured for drinkers, and the seasoning also seems suited for drinkers. It's perfect for a light drink.

▼Business Information As of January 29, 2021, the business hours are from 11:30 to 20:00 (last order at 19:00), and takeout is available until 23:00. ▼Possibility of revisiting I will definitely come back when I feel like having a casual drink in Kinshicho. The lunch menu was also reasonably priced and attractive. ▼Reason for choosing this restaurant For a casual drink on a Friday night. ▼Location About a 5-minute walk from JR Okachimachi Station. ▼Food ordered Juicy Pork Gyoza Plate Plate of Wontons Pak Choi Salad 2 Draft Beers 2 Highballs ▼Visit date and time Friday around 6:30 PM. Since it was just before the last order, the restaurant was relatively empty. ▼Service 【Ordering】 You order directly from the staff after looking at the menu. 【Seating】 Table seating: Many tables for 4 people each According to the official website, there are 76 seats in total. 【Cleanliness of the restaurant】 The restaurant is bright and very clean. There were also many groups of women dining. They were thorough in ventilation and hand sanitizing upon entry as part of their infection control measures. 【Cutlery】 You take chopsticks from the table's chopstick holder. Although they use eco-friendly chopsticks, you can request disposable ones from the staff. 【Staff】 The staff provides lively and friendly service typical of a "public tavern." They were quick to respond when we called them over. Overall, they provide a pleasant service experience. 【Table condiments】 Soy sauce, vinegar, homemade chili oil ▼Taste 【Juicy Pork Gyoza】 The signature dish of juicy pork gyoza had a thick skin filled with plenty of meat juice. You can fully enjoy the umami of the meat juice, so it is recommended to dip it in vinegar only, without soy sauce. 【Plate of Wontons】 It was served within a few minutes of ordering, maybe because it's a quick menu item. The boiled wontons were tossed in sesame oil, making it easy to separate them without sticking together. The combination of sesame oil aroma and minced meat was very good, making it a great accompaniment to beer or highballs. 【Pak Choi Salad】 The salad comes with a mountain of pak choi, perfect for pak choi lovers. The dressing was based on sesame and miso, with the added aroma of peanuts complementing it well. It's also perfect for resetting your palate tired from the fat of gyoza and other minced meat dishes.

"Decided to visit the 'Dandadan Sakaba Kinshicho' on a holiday lunchtime, tempted by the words 'juicy dumplings' on the sign. Ordered the juicy pan-fried dumplings set meal (with extra rice). The overall portion size was not very large, and some men might want a bit more. The dumplings had a strong flavor, making it possible to eat them as they are without any additional sauce. However, despite being labeled as juicy pan-fried dumplings, not all 6 dumplings had holes in the skin to release the juice, so couldn't really taste the juiciness... Just your average dumplings haha. The concept is a casual dumpling pub, so it might be a good place for casual drinking and eating. (Attire: Casual) (Duration of stay: about 40 minutes)"

Heading to Nishikicho: First stop at Yakitori Denji, second stop here at Nishikicho. I had plans in this area, so I decided to check out this new-looking restaurant. <Order> Water dumplings (6 pcs) for 480 yen, Juicy meat dumplings (6 pcs) for 460 yen, Draft beer for 480 yen, Oolong tea for 180 yen. I had recently visited the Kiba branch of Dandadan and the juicy meat dumplings were delicious, so I decided to have them again today. The meat juice overflowed in my mouth once again. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

The restaurant I was planning to go to was closed, and the next one was also closed, so I ended up wandering around Kinshicho until I found this place. It was lunchtime, but there were no other customers, which made me feel a bit uneasy considering the current situation. I wanted a hearty meal, but I had a dentist appointment in the evening, so I ordered the oil-drizzled chicken set meal. After a few minutes of waiting, the oil-drizzled chicken arrived, garnished with shredded red chili peppers, making it look appetizing. The menma topped with green onions and sesame seeds, and the white cabbage pickles with yuzu flavor added a nice balance to the set meal. The chicken soup had a gentle flavor. When I took a bite of the main dish, the oil-drizzled chicken, it was hot and crispy, with a good texture. The sweet and sour sauce was just right, refreshing to eat. Considering the price (750 yen), the taste and portion size (variety as well) were quite cost-effective. For those who have work in the afternoon, dumplings for lunch might be a bit heavy... so it's worth highlighting the oil-drizzled chicken (they also had mapo tofu). The volume of the big band jazz playing in the background could be toned down a bit during lunchtime (it's more suited for lively nights with drinks). I left the restaurant feeling a bit regretful about various things.

Gyoza izakaya chain often seen in Tokyo. The Chofu branch I often see is actually the first branch haha. I recently went to the one in Kinshicho for lunch. It's not very crowded, maybe because of the current situation. The interior looks familiar, with energetic staff and loud music. The lunch special, Niku-jyuu Gyoza Rice, costs 700 yen including tax. It includes 6 gyoza, rice, pickles, soup, and a warm egg. It's not that great of a deal considering the gyoza alone costs 480 yen. They serve a light jasmine tea instead of water. The gyoza is crispy and juicy as advertised. It's not piping hot though. It's well seasoned and tasty even without any sauce. The garlic flavor is quite strong. It would go well with beer. The homemade chili oil on the table is thin and doesn't have a distinct flavor. It's a bit lonely to just have gyoza as the main dish, but the warm egg and yuzu-flavored pickles help make the rice more enjoyable. The soup only has a sprinkle of green onions. It's a bit lacking compared to the seaweed soup at a family restaurant soup bar. The prices for alcohol at night are normal, and besides the pan-fried gyoza, they also offer boiled gyoza and chicken wing gyoza. It feels more like a regular izakaya at night. Overall, the quality, quantity, and cost of the lunch didn't leave a strong impression, so I'm not sure if I would come back.

On this day, I arrived late and could only get takeout. I couldn't resist the delicious-looking gyoza and ordered the grilled gyoza, salted potato butter, and oil-drenched chicken. Gyoza is always the best choice, and they were delicious even without soy sauce or dipping sauce. Since it was takeout, they were a bit cold, but I'm sure they would be even more delicious if eaten hot! I would like to dine in next time!

I had the meat juice dumpling lunch. The meat juice oozes out and it's really delicious. It might become quite addictive. I would be happy if there were a few more dumplings.