I sometimes go there. I really like the kitsune udon, and I often go with my colleagues and friends. I was hooked on the yuzu-flavored udon and would order it every time. I can't remember the name though. Lately, I haven't been going as much, but I still crave it from time to time. The fondant chocolat is also popular. The restaurant is nice, not too casual like an izakaya, but still suitable for gatherings. It's a friendly place that I use regularly.笑

The dishes are all delicious. If you go late, the popular menu items may be sold out. Instead of ordering garlic bread, it might be better to order garlic toast. The all-you-can-drink option is 1000 yen with a reservation, and you can add beer for an extra 200 yen. The beer is Suntory Premium Malts, and if you have three glasses, you will make up for the cost.

Today was a launch party. The organizer had made a reservation for us. It was a course with all-you-can-drink option. We had daikon salad, edamame, butter soy sauce tsukune (chicken meatballs), grilled chicken tail, chicken karaage, crab miso in shell, mentaiko (spicy cod roe) rice, ice cream. The crab miso was originally supposed to be "blowfish karaage," but they couldn't source it in time, so it was changed to crab miso. It's a shame we couldn't have blowfish. All the dishes were delicious. The drink menu for all-you-can-drink had options like highball with tonic water and plum wine, making it lively. We used a coupon, so it was 4000 yen per person, which was a good value for what we got.

It was very stylish and delicious.

I knew about the restaurant but visited for the first time. The food was very delicious and the staff's service was excellent. Satisfied! Satisfied!!

Discovered a stylish restaurant with a refined menu and delicious dishes, where the staff are friendly and the atmosphere is very welcoming!

It's delicious in general. The pizza is recommended. The steak is also tasty. The mentaiko ajillo is not recommended. The service from the staff is so-so. That's all.

The restaurant wasn't crowded at 6:00 pm, but the QR code for ordering after the toast didn't come. The drinks we ordered didn't arrive until suddenly all at once. Luckily, they didn't swap out the glasses.

The staff's customer service and smiles are excellent.

I visited the restaurant on a Saturday, a bit later in the day. There was one party having a banquet, but it wasn't too crowded, which was nice. Since I had already eaten a little, I decided to order dishes a la carte instead of a course menu. We started with a pickle-like appetizer, followed by the "cucumber with plum dressing" which was delicious with just the right amount of salt. It was a great start. Next, we had seared salmon with ponzu sauce. It could have been even better if the salmon had been seasoned and left to sit a bit longer before searing, but it was still good. The vegetable and shrimp fritters were average. I think they could have been tastier with more marinating or preparation time. The highlight was the pasta dish, I can't remember the exact name. The pasta was well-coated with cheese and the tomato flavor stood out. Considering the reasonable prices, I think this is what you can expect. Thank you, Kichiri, for the meal.

I attended a company drinking party. The outside of the restaurant had a stylish atmosphere. We were guided to a private room that we had reserved as a group. It was small!! And there was no sunken kotatsu table, so I had trouble finding a place for my legs... When asked about drinks, I said, "Just give me a draft beer!" but was told, "Sorry, we only have bottled beer for the all-you-can-drink plan. And it's just regular Suntory Malts..." In that case, I would have preferred Kirin Ichiban Shibori or Asahi Super Dry. We chose the 4000 yen course for food. It had a chic Western-style feel and was fairly delicious. If I were to be picky, I would have preferred a refreshing gelato dessert, especially since it's summer. It's more of a stylish Western-style izakaya rather than a traditional one, I guess?

The atmosphere is not quiet at all, so it's not exactly calm. However, compared to other restaurants in the area, this place is relatively calm. I drank in a private room located on the right side as soon as I entered the shop. It had a sunken kotatsu table, which was very relaxing. The presentation of the dishes was beautiful, setting it apart from other izakayas in the area. If I had to say one thing, I wish they would stay open a bit later. I want to drink slowly, but they tend to close early. I revisited the place. I sat in the sunken kotatsu seat again. The food was still satisfying. The only downside is that it's easy to bump your head when leaving the seat. I haven't actually bumped my head, and there is a cushion, but it's a bit dangerous, isn't it?

There is a special clumsy guy among our group of friends. Although there was a movie a long time ago where Yashimaru Hiroko sighed and said "Clumsy detective," directed at Yuji Matsuda, you don't hear any particularly sigh-worthy scandalous stories about him. So, today, the attendance of Chief Su, who came from Shanghai, ended up with just me and my colleague Fukuyama. The clumsy guy, Nishijima, is in the hospital due to acute alcoholism from heavy drinking the night before. Fukuyama and I reluctantly accepted his absence, thinking it felt like a college freshman welcome party. Fukuyama, feeling apologetic towards me during the summer break, called for a meeting. The day before, Chief Su, who managed to handle the interpreter somehow, seemed to be getting tired from attending and training. Today, we finally had a relaxing meal without an interpreter, just Japanese food, and it seemed like they were relaxed (or maybe it just looked that way). I arrived about 15 minutes late (I was flustered trying to hand over my house key to KYOKO-san and RinNon). They were already choosing from the menu. For some reason, it was a private room. It was my first time at KICHIRI, and it was very stylish. I wonder why they went to such lengths for Chief Su (sorry). The staff were all beautiful, and the room was stylish, but I wonder what the concept is... While eating fried potatoes, chicken cutlet, and crab cream pasta (among other things) and conversing with Chief Su in Chinese... I was reminded of the past for a while. About half of the employees who were there at that time are no longer there, which is common in job-hopping China, and it's tough for Japanese companies in China. I was speaking English to fill in the blank of not speaking Chinese for a while, and communication was going smoothly... It was kind of strange. But Chief Su seemed to be relaxed, which was good. Chief Su's husband has been unemployed for a long time but has been trading at home, earning more than our monthly salary. I heard that the stock market has been down in Shanghai for a while, but with proper management, combining a little income here and there is enough to get by. The momentum in Shanghai doesn't seem to be stopping... My Chinese stocks are not returning to their original value, though. Tomorrow, I will have dinner with other colleagues from a different department who came on a business trip from Shanghai. Therefore, the attendance will officially end today, and Chief Su, exhausted from a intense week, chuckled. Thank you for your hard work. When I looked up the origin of the restaurant name KICHIRI on the internet, it seems to be the childhood name of Cao Cao from the Three Kingdoms. Kichi. I feel like it was "Aman" as well... Maybe there were multiple meanings? So, bringing Chief Su here for attendance doesn't seem like a bad idea, considering the China connection... Aside from the incident with Nishijima, who developed acute alcoholism. ★ KICHIRI Moriguchi Ekimae Store Moriguchi City Honmachi 1-5-8 Keihan Moriguchi Building 1F 06-6998-3788 http://www.kichiri.com/sites/moriguchishi-ekimae/index.html

About a week ago, we made a reservation for 5 people and were guided to a private room after crossing the open space. The room had a sunken kotatsu-style table, perfect for 5 people. We opted for the plan with free-flowing drinks for a mid-range price of 4,200 yen per person (including tax). The dishes included corned beef stew, yellowfin tuna carpaccio, tofu salad, roast beef, shrimp with mayonnaise (originally supposed to be crab miso shell but was changed due to being sold out), fried potatoes, foie gras teriyaki with risotto, and seasonal dessert (matcha ice cream). The free-flowing drinks had a 2-hour glass replacement policy, with options like bottled beer, cocktails, shochu, whiskey, sake, wine, sours, soft drinks, etc. We enjoyed bottled beer, red and white wine, and highballs. The portion sizes were moderate and served on large plates. There was only one other group having a party in the open space around 7 pm on a weekday, so the private room availability is uncertain. The food was served promptly, but there were delays in getting the second round of drinks. Especially, the second glass of wine took 45 minutes after ordering, which was a bit disappointing. Considering the quality and quantity of food and drinks, the overall experience felt a bit pricey, but the free private room usage made it worth the price. The restaurant is located on the 1st floor of a building directly connected to the Keihan Moriguchi Station. Upon entering, you have to take off your shoes. The restrooms were located near the entrance, with separate facilities for men and women, and the women's restroom was particularly well-maintained.

On May 13, 2015, I visited this place for the first time. I don't usually go to places like this, but I used it for a company banquet. The restaurant requires you to take off your shoes before entering, and inside there are table seats and sunken kotatsu seats. The interior is nicely designed, giving off a slightly stylish izakaya vibe. The sunken kotatsu seats feel like a small private room, but be careful as the wall separating it from the aisle is quite low and you may bump your head when going to the restroom. The staff on the floor are mostly women. We had a drink-all-you-can course, but the downside was that the service was a bit slow in terms of glass replacement. The dishes were elegant and might appeal to women. We were served salad, tuna carpaccio, edamame, potato fries, and crab miso mixed with crab shell, among other things, but the portions were a bit small. The potato fries were refillable. The edamame was roasted and fried, giving it a slightly oily and unique taste. Overall, it cost around 4,000 yen per person for the banquet, so the cost performance may be high.

A bit pricey, stylish izakaya. Notable for private rooms that can be closed with sliding doors. If not using a private room, you could go to a different restaurant. You can enjoy a calm atmosphere. Prices are higher than other izakayas, but satisfaction is also high. Recommended is the Fresh Wakamole Avocado with crushed jalapenos mixed in front of you. The flavor of avocado and the accent of jalapenos become addictive. Sweet Potato Fried Potatoes with Honey Dip are a must-try if you don't mind sweet things. It's filling and the deliciousness of the honey dip is addictive. Fondant Chocolat - there are many types of chocolate, but the fondant chocolat here is quite recommended. The mix of flowing chocolate and ice cream is exceptional. Other than that, it's up to your preference. The private rooms are a bit small and can feel cramped, but you can definitely relax. If you want to unwind and don't mind the price, be sure to visit.

KICHIRI is a chain restaurant that can be found everywhere. I always wanted to go there but never had the chance until now when I stumbled upon the Moriguchi branch. The exterior gave me an idea of what to expect, and the interior did not disappoint - it had a nice and stylish atmosphere. We were seated at a table with a sunken floor, which was a bit inconvenient as we had to bend down to sit due to the hanging ceiling. I ordered a drink, and they had a wide variety of sweet and delicious options to choose from. The food was also delicious, but not cheap, so considering the overall experience, it was okay in terms of value for money. The staff were attentive and recommended drinks promptly, maybe a bit too eagerly, but they were friendly and added to the good atmosphere.