I visited for the second time. It's open late, which is convenient! Chain restaurants are helpful when you're not quite satisfied with your drink. One thing I noticed this time was that the menu doesn't have prices listed. I see, so it's more about choosing what you want to eat and drink without worrying about the price. It's interesting to see the different approaches. Thank you for the meal!

A few minutes walk from Shin-Osaka Station. I stopped by here today. The shop is just a regular Torikizoku, so the menu is the same as other stores. I ordered casually using the tablet on the table. I ordered a Mega Jockey, edamame, and fried chicken. Let's dig in! The Mega Jockey is Kinmugi beer, so it doesn't have the same richness as regular beer, but considering the amount, it's worth it. The edamame is saltier than I expected. I wish it had a gentler flavor. The fried chicken has a milder seasoning than before, but on the other hand, the umami flavor has decreased, so this might be a matter of personal preference. I finished with Tori Zosui. Well, that's it. It feels relatively affordable here compared to many higher-priced restaurants near Shin-Osaka Station. However, with the previous price increases, the cost performance isn't as good as it used to be.

On the way home from work. The standing bar I always stop by was closed. I walked for about an hour and ended up at Torikizoku. I was taken to a special booth surrounded by walls on both sides, like a cockpit. It was amazing! I ordered three Mega Highballs, grilled salted chicken breast, grilled chicken meatballs with sauce, grilled salted chicken thighs with sesame oil, and two servings of cabbage. I tried a limited menu item, grilled chicken liver with salt and sesame oil, which was delicious. The combination of salt, sesame oil, and garlic was fantastic. The counter in this cockpit booth was great for taking photos, and it was the perfect spot for a solo food blogger like me. Next time, I'll request this seat when I come. Thank you for the meal!

On this day, right in the middle of Golden Week, it was my first day back to work in the Reiwa era. When I came home from work, my partner suggested, "Let's go to Toriki!" I had no reason to refuse and I also wanted to eat there after a long time, so I agreed. We arrived around 6:30 pm and managed to get a table even though the restaurant was quite busy. I ordered a Premium Malt beer, while my partner got a cola, and we cheers to that. We started ordering using the touch panel device: Heart sauce, Kawashio (salted chicken), Momokizoku-yaki (grilled chicken thigh), Bonjiri (chicken tail), Liver, Momokizoku-yaki salt, and Toriten (a popular menu item from the past). I have been to Toriki many times before and the food was as delicious as always. However, one thing that bothered us was the new 1192 yen all-you-can-drink menu available on the day of our visit. The staff was quite pushy in recommending it, which was unlike the casual and laid-back atmosphere we used to enjoy at Toriki. My partner, who dislikes being pressured by staff to make certain choices, said, "I won't be coming back to Toriki for a while." While I personally may visit again, I couldn't deny my partner's feelings. Thank you for the meal.

On the way back from work, I visited Toriki! This place is located about 500m away from Shin-Osaka Station, along a quiet street with few people passing by. There are two Toriki branches near my workplace, and another one in front of Higami Station, but they are always crowded due to their prime locations. I decided to check out this one and found it surprisingly empty on a weekend. I was seated at a table for two without waiting, and I noticed they also have touch panel ordering system here! I ordered my first drink and the quick menu items, cabbage and seasoned egg, from a young male staff member. Then, I used the touch panel to order at my own pace, which was convenient. I didn't have to call out loudly for service, which was nice! The items I ordered were: Mega Highball (Jim Beam) x3, medium cabbage, seasoned egg, grilled chicken breast (salt), chicken cartilage, and chicken knee cartilage karaage. I chose the menu items based on their calorie content, as I learned that fried foods have zero calories according to my theory. Also, calories are sensitive to heat above 110°C and can evaporate with the stimulation of sansho pepper, so I sprinkled a lot of sansho pepper on my food! This time, with 3 Mega Highballs and 5 dishes, I was quite full. Considering that, the Toriki dinner party (all-you-can-eat and drink) for 2980 yen (excluding tax) seems a bit questionable. It becomes cost-effective if you order 11 items or more, but with female companions, it might be hard to make it worth it... These 8 items alone were about 1000kcal, so even for someone like me who is on a diet, 11 items seems impossible. But this Toriki in a hidden spot! If you happen to be turned away from the Toriki branches in Esaka or Higami, definitely give this one in Shin-Osaka a try! Thank you very much!

The day after returning from Okinawa, my partner requested Torikizoku for dinner. We walked to the restaurant in Shin-Osaka. We ordered: - Grilled chicken thigh with sauce - Grilled chicken thigh with salt - Chicken wings - Chicken liver - Heart skewers with sauce - Gizzard skewers For drinks, I had Chita Highball and Kinmugi, while my partner had cola. We also tried the "Rich Fish and Pork Bone Ramen" from Toriki. The ramen cost only 321 yen, so I didn't have high expectations. The noodles were medium thickness and curly, with simple toppings of chicken chashu, green onions, and a soup that tasted like chicken white broth with a hint of fish and pork bone. Overall, it was not bad at all. The total cost for the day was about 1,600 yen for both of us, which was quite cheap considering we didn't eat much. Great value for money!

Located in a building about a 10-minute walk west of Shin-Osaka Station, Torikizoku offers a budget-friendly dining option in an area with mostly high-end establishments. The quality is consistent and reliable. Unfortunately, reservations are not accepted at this location. The atmosphere is typical of an izakaya, and smoking is allowed. Orders are placed using an Android-based tablet, though the interface may be a bit challenging to navigate. All dishes are priced uniformly, and the bonjiri and momo skewers have a good texture without any unpleasant odors. While the liver skewers have a slight hint of organ smell, they taste fresh. The beef belly skewers are flavorful and delicious. Personally, I'm not a fan of the chicken skin dishes here as they tend to be chewy. I prefer crispy skin from other establishments. Drinks include beer, with large sizes available for Kinmugi. The highball offers a generous pour, making it a good deal. Despite a recent price increase from 280 yen + tax to 299 yen + tax, the affordability and taste of the food remain unchanged. I hope this helps increase the staff's wages. Let's all contribute to inflation. I wish this chain continued success. Thank you for the meal.

On the first day of the 3-day weekend, my wife suggested having dinner at Torikizoku in Shin-Osaka. I didn't even know there was a Shin-Osaka branch! It was our first time there, and it was quite a surprise. Located further west from Shin-Osaka Station on the Midosuji Subway Line, on the second floor of a building with many izakayas. The restaurant opens at 5 pm, quite early! The first thing you notice when you sit down is a large rechargeable device slightly bigger than a tablet. The staff sets it up, and you can use it to order and pay for everything. This was the most advanced Torikizoku I've been to! They had a wide variety of drinks, and I ordered the Premium Malt and Chita Highball, while my wife had a cola. There were outlets under the table for charging phones, which was a nice touch! For food, we ordered the Momokizoku-yaki (with sauce), Momokizoku-yaki (salt), Momokizoku-yaki (spicy), Hatsu (salt), Sankaku-kawa (salt), and Seseri kimo. Personally, I like the Momokizoku-yaki because of its generous portion. The chilled chicken and onion with salt sauce was also refreshing and delicious this season. The liver was cooked just right to my liking. After enjoying our meal and feeling full, we touched the payment button on the device. It was convenient to see the total amount while still seated. We paid 3,624 yen for all that we ate, which was quite reasonable as always! If you input the number of people on the device, it even shows the split bill amount. This system eliminates the need for paper receipts, and you can quickly pay by taking the provided plate to the register. Perhaps this system will be introduced to all Torikizoku branches in the future? Thank you for the meal.

When dining alone, I usually end up at the counter seat about 90% of the time, which allows me to get a good sense of the atmosphere inside the restaurant. At Torikizoku, more than half of the employees are of Asian descent. The location of the Shin-Osaka branch attracts many salarymen, making it busier than other branches in the same chain. As a result, the counter seats can get quite noisy and sometimes the sound of dishes being handled may seem a bit rough compared to other branches. However, I am impressed by the hard work and dedication of the staff. It must be tough and hectic, but please keep up the good work.

The alcohol is cheap. The appetizers are above average in taste. The restaurant is clean. There are no unprofessional Chinese staff members (this is important). I will definitely visit again!