The first visit was unsuccessful due to temporary closure, but this second visit was a success. The vegetable, meat, and seafood skewers were all delicious. The cabbage appetizer also went well with the sauce, it was delicious. The owner and mother were the only ones in the cozy restaurant, everything was pleasant. I hesitate to recommend it to others, it's too good to share.

This place is more about tempura than kushikatsu, especially the kushi tempura.

I drank some alcohol, ate to my heart's content, and the bill was 5000 yen. The owner seemed friendly and nice. The restaurant had a counter seating only.

I had been curious about this place for a long time. It is a long-established store that has been in business for over 60 years. I finally visited it! The location is in "Rihei Yokocho," just a short walk from Hozenji Temple. There is also a favorite yakitori restaurant nearby! It seems like there are many old shops in this alley. The inside of the store is surprisingly spacious, with a semi-circular counter surrounding the kitchen. It may have had a sense of luxury in the past. The slightly dim lighting is a bit concerning, but there are two TVs. The small TVs provide a quiet atmosphere with only the sound of the TV. The service is provided by an elderly couple. The husband has a quiet voice and speaks very little. He seems to be just reserved, but he always had a smile on his face. It may be a bit challenging as some might find him unfriendly. However, I felt comfortable and at ease for some reason. The default setting includes salt, mustard, sauce, and a generous serving of cabbage. You can ask for more if needed! At one point, the husband added more sauce without saying anything, showing his consideration. The menu is written on the wall, and you order by marking a check on a designated paper. The prices are not listed, so I just marked the items I wanted. The deep-fried skewers had a noticeable oiliness. The paper underneath quickly became oily. Let's eat with determination! - Lotus root: Thick lotus root with minced meat inside! Dip it in mustard and sauce, and enjoy the crispy lotus root. It's not as oily as it looks (laughs). It feels more like tempura than skewers! - Meatballs: Two round meatballs that resemble small hamburgers. The juicy minced meat is delicious! - Cheese: A large piece of cheese with squid inside! It's a good deal (laughs). - Eggplant: Shiny with oil, the eggplant was well-coated with sauce and had a nice texture. It's strange, but it doesn't cause indigestion. However, I was full after four skewers. Each skewer costs around 400 yen. The simple ingredients with good volume don't give the impression of being too expensive. It's a different kind of skewers compared to modern ones. Perhaps it's the taste of old Osaka. Thank you for the meal!

This is a hidden gem. It's surprising that there are only 3 reviews. When I went, there weren't many customers. Why? I want everyone to know about this place. It's located in "Ryobee Yokocho." Not many people I know are familiar with the name of this alley. It's near Hozenji Yokocho in Minami, close to Mizukake Fudo. It used to be a bustling street, but now it's quiet. Sushi Katsu closed a few years ago, and more and more Showa-era shops are disappearing. There are only 3 historic shops left: Ajitori, Shimaya Tempura, and here, Suisen with their deep-fried skewers. The atmosphere is a bit intimidating. Inside, there's a large counter in the shape of a "Ko." There are only a dozen seats. The support is the second-generation female owner, and the cooking is handled by the third-generation master. Yes, they are a mother and son team. Even though the son is called the third generation, he is probably older than me. The two of them run the place. It was my first time, so I didn't understand the system. The menu only has the names of the dishes written on the wall. There are no prices listed. I asked the master, "How should I order?" and he brought out a paper with the dish names. You write down the quantity of the skewers you want on this paper and hand it over. It's a system commonly found in izakayas or sushi restaurants. I thought they would have a course menu or you could just tell them the number and leave it up to them, a style often seen in upscale restaurants. But it's not like that. It's a bit anticlimactic, but I felt a sense of closeness. I felt at ease. There are 15 types of skewers listed. I tried the meat, lotus root, chicken, quail, kashira (pork cheek), onion, ginkgo nut, ground meat, Mitsuba (Japanese parsley), cheese, shrimp, eggplant, squid, and quail cheese, except for the ground meat. The coating is almost like tempura. It's different from what I know as skewers or katsu. The lotus root is a must-try! It's filled with minced meat, which gives it a good texture and juiciness. It was delicious. The sauce is also good. You can also eat it with salt. Historically, they have been around since the Meiji era, but they started as a skewer shop 60 years ago. Perhaps the original Osaka skewer or katsu? But it seems Daruma is older. The master may seem unfriendly at first. But I later understood that he is just quiet and shy. Once you get to know him, he talks a lot. Now, about the bill. For one person, two bottles of beer, 13 skewers, and pickles at the end cost 4000 yen. Considering the atmosphere and quality, it's quite cheap. For women, it's better to start with fewer skewers. Each skewer has a good portion. I was quite full, but not uncomfortable. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal.