This time, I visited "Washoku Sato Kishidado" in Higashi-Osaka City. I arrived in the early afternoon. There were about 4 groups of customers ahead of me, and I was seated after waiting for about 20 minutes. I ordered: 1) Eel rice and conger eel tempura and somen set for 1,599 yen 2) Pudding (price unknown) 3) Coffee (price unknown). I was seated and immediately ordered from the eel menu on the table. I love eel rice, but it was a bit disappointing that the portion was small because it came with conger eel tempura and somen. Nevertheless, it was delicious. In the summer, conger eel and somen are the best! Thank you for the meal.

The Kishidado branch of Washoku Sato is located at the corner of the Kishidado intersection in Higashi-Osaka City. Across the intersection is Gusto, and diagonally across are Bronco Billy and a family restaurant, making it a competitive area. The eel fair menu, "Shikimeguri Zen," which has been available since June 22nd, includes octopus tempura and seasonal dishes that you can enjoy little by little. It's exciting to be able to try a variety of seasonal items.

I was able to recite it well. I went shopping in Fuse by bike and stopped by a family restaurant for dessert. Along Katsuyama Street, a bit far from Fuse Station, is the Kishidado store of the Japanese restaurant Sato. The nearest station is Kitatatsumi Station, a little far from Fuse and Shuntokudo. I ordered the green tea version this time because the dessert I had the other day was delicious. - Green Tea Dessert It appeared on a very Japanese-style tray. It is a parfait consisting of boiled azuki beans, whipped cream, Uji matcha jelly, Uji matcha honey, shiratama & sponge cake, Uji matcha ice cream, and matcha powder. The sponge cake has a refreshing taste and a fizzy texture, which is nice. It's not cornflakes, but the right choice. It is reasonably priced and you can enjoy a good sweetness. I hope they expand the variety of this series. Thank you for the meal.

This restaurant is quite nostalgic for me. I had the daily lunch special. You could choose between miso soup, udon, soba, hot or cold. I chose udon. The udon had a nice firm texture and a delicious kombu broth. It was so tasty that I wanted to drink all the broth. The hamburger was a Japanese-style hamburger, not greasy or heavy, but light and flavorful. It was a different kind of deliciousness compared to the heavy, greasy hamburgers you find at Western-style family restaurants. The rich demiglace sauce and generous salt and pepper were tasty, but seemed healthier. The fried mackerel was also light and tasty, and I ate both dishes without adding any condiments like Worcestershire sauce. The only strong flavor was the dressing on the vegetable salad. It was a very healthy lunch.

▼Location▼ Located on the northwest corner of the Kishidado intersection where prefectural routes 172 and 173 intersect. ▼About the Restaurant▼ "Washoku Sato" started as "Sushi Han" in 1958 and later expanded to become a popular chain of Japanese restaurants in the Kansai area. (Note: Sushi Han has been transferred to Umenohana) Other restaurants in the Sato group include Santenya, Nigiri Chojiro, and Miyamoto Munashina. ▼Menu▼ Lunch options include udon, soba, set meals, tempura bowls, and at night, there are various Japanese dishes like Sato shabu-shabu and Sato sukiyaki. For more details, please check their website. ▼Food Ordered▼ ▽Lunch Special Tempura Bowl 645 yen▽ (Nov. 2018) As the name suggests, this is a lunch-exclusive tempura bowl served with red miso soup. The tempura consists of shrimp, fish, 3 types of vegetables, and seaweed. The tempura had a simple and crispy texture, and each ingredient tasted decent. I opted for extra rice, so I was satisfied with the portion size. ▼Impressions▼ (Nov. 2018) Established in 1958 as "Sushi Han" in Hozenji, the Sato group has been operating Japanese restaurants under the main brand "Sato" for a long time. In 2017, the "Sushi Han" business was transferred to Umenosato. This time, I visited the Kishidado branch. I tried the lunch special Tempura Bowl, which was simple in ingredients and taste. Compared to the Tempura Bowl at Santen, another restaurant in the same group, I felt there wasn't a significant difference, and Santen's version offered better value for money. Sato seems to be focusing on a more affordable pricing strategy, but I hope they can strive for better quality.

It's pretty good!

I was born and raised in Kishidado, Fuse City, Osaka Prefecture. Although Fuse City is now known as Higashi-Osaka City, I moved to a new location within the same city due to my childhood home becoming too small. About 50 years ago, Fuse City merged with Kawachi City and Hiraoka City to become Higashi-Osaka City. I lived in Kishidado, Fuse City for 43 years before moving. Even after moving, I often visited my childhood home with my sons to see my late mother. The area where the family restaurant used to be at the Kishidado intersection has now changed. It made me feel lonely. My late mother used to go to that restaurant with her grandchildren, but the only remaining place from our memories is "Washoku Sato Kishidado Branch." This is the only place in Kishidado, my hometown, that holds memories with my mother. Therefore, it is a restaurant filled with my personal memories and that's why I gave it a high rating. Today, I had the daily special which was the "Mixed Fry Set." It included fried white fish, beef croquette, and shrimp fry. I personally do not like fish except for sashimi or sushi because of the bones. However, for those who enjoy fish, the thick and satisfying portions without bones or fishy smell would be delightful. The croquette was crispy and delicious, and the plump shrimp was tasty. I was worried about the fried food being heavy on the stomach, but the oil used was good. My stomach is fine even at my age. The fried food was gentle on the elderly as well. The set also included a mountain of cabbage salad, pickles, white rice, red miso soup, chawanmushi, and a choice of mini udon or mini soba. I chose the mini udon. The dashi soup had a good flavor with bonito and kelp, and the light soy sauce was just right. The udon was round, not square, which is the traditional Osaka style. My father, who passed away 47 years ago, used to say that udon should be swallowed, not chewed, to enjoy the smooth texture. This udon was the Osaka style with a round shape. The total cost was 645 yen including tax. The only difference from before was that the tea was self-serve now. The ordering process was done through a touch panel, which I couldn't operate, so the staff kindly assisted me. The customers ranged from a group of women in their late 20s to elderly couples in their 70s. I was glad to see that the restaurant is still popular among many people. It was a great experience, thank you for the meal.

Gusto, Cowboy Family, Kura, Yakiniku Ichiban, Bikkuri Donkey, and many other family restaurants are scattered around, giving off an old-fashioned vibe. It was quiet and peaceful, with few cars in the parking lot and the restaurant itself. Eating Japanese food in such a serene atmosphere is nice. I regained my composure and opened the menu. The colorful and appetizing photos caught my eye. Although Sato, a Japanese-style family restaurant, is known for being a bit pricey, the lunch menu is very affordable. For example, the additional chawanmushi I ordered was only 100 yen and tasted great. I ordered the avocado tuna bowl, while my friend ordered the roast beef bowl. The menu mentioned that the rice would be warm, but I prefer cold sushi rice. The tuna and avocado were plentiful, so I was satisfied. Even though I was full, I couldn't resist ordering a dessert loaded with berries that caught my eye in the menu photos. It was cold, tangy, sweet, and a little indulgent, making for a fun and enjoyable lunch.