I drank too much. The girl working as a part-timer at the restaurant was cute and had a good personality. I went there for the first time because it was open until 1 am. I was invited to go, but the smell of cigarettes in the restaurant bothered me as I am not a fan of it.

The izakaya near the station is known for their dashimaki, which everyone seems to take photos of. I had to take a photo too! Why did they choose this presentation? And is the hole in the chopsticks holder for the chopsticks? (laughs) This alone was enjoyable. They seem to recommend the gyoza, but hmm... the filling seems too watery. The salt yakisoba at the end also seemed like the noodles were boiled. Both dishes lacked a crispy texture and were a bit soggy, which was disappointing. The dashimaki was delicious though, so maybe the hotpot or other dishes are tasty too?

The specialty tsukune platter is a must-try. They also serve delicious dashimaki tamago made with beautiful eggs! Enjoy a quick drink at "Minna no!! Highball Sakaba Tanpopo Bentencho" and cheers with a zero-carb perfect Suntory beer tonight. This draft beer can only be found in select shops in Osaka and Tokyo, so be sure to order it if you come across it. The "Osaka platter" of tsukune is creatively and interestingly presented with various sauces like okonomiyaki and demi-glace for added flavor. The dynamic presentation of the dashimaki tamago is fluffy and delicious. The sashimi platter even includes sushi rice, showing an understanding of sushi lovers' preferences. They also offer horse sashimi and sakura yukke. There are about six locations in areas like Honmachi and Juso. The drink menu is extensive with many pages of options.

★★★★I visited for a quick drink. It's nearby and this is my third visit. Cheers with a citrus highball! It's made with fruit juice, not syrup, so it's refreshing with just the right amount of sweetness. The roasted duck is sweet and delicious. The gyoza, a menu item in the making for 3 years, has a thin crispy skin and the sauce complements it well, making it tasty. The wagyu beef sushi was the best! The staff sears it at the table. It's fatty, but thinly sliced with a salty flavor, making it light and delicious! The horse sashimi had a strong frozen feel, crunchy (lol). I guess that's how it is? My craving for horse sashimi was satisfied. A meal full of meat. Thank you, I will visit again.

I used it for a year-end party. There were a total of 13 courses, and we were able to eat a lot! - Seasonal sashimi platter and vinegar miso mackerel for the finale - Assorted seasonal side dishes - Thick grilled egg using beautiful eggs - Fresh salad direct from the farm - Seven-spice grilled blowfish - Pork belly skewers with yuzu sauce - Extra-large prawn fry with homemade tartar sauce - Handmade hamburger with snow mountain decoration - Uni chawanmushi - Satsuma pork and anglerfish miso hotpot - Miso butter ramen as the finale - Vanilla ice cream with matcha mousse - Small dish (unknown) The atmosphere was lively and noisy in a cozy izakaya setting. It was a bit cold near the entrance table, but it might not be an issue at the counter. For 3980 yen, we received such a generous amount of food, and the taste was good, so I felt that the cost-performance ratio was not bad.

It's not that something is incredibly delicious, but it's the kind of cozy place you want to come back to. They offer highballs from all 47 prefectures.

It seems like they didn't make it past the preliminary round. Rumors really are a scary thing. There may be reasons related to the restaurant's situation. However, the stark difference between expectations and reality was quite surprising. Those who use Tabelog may be familiar with the place, "Izakaya Koshien." It has managed to rank fairly high in the Kansai region, and it seems that even other competitors visit for study purposes. It appears that they may have been understaffed at a crucial time, resulting in a decline in performance. The naming of dishes, the presentation, and the performance are all well thought out. Lately, many restaurants aiming to be like Izakaya Koshien seem to prioritize their own enjoyment over the customers' satisfaction. This was an issue even before. Considering the recommendations I received and the reviews from other users, I might give it another try. But remember, one experience doesn't define everything. I'll go easy on the rating.

Today, four of us visited this restaurant. We heard that it was a lively place, but when we entered, it seemed like the staff were exhausted from being so busy. It was past 7 pm and the restaurant was full, with a lot of hustle and bustle. We started with a toast with draft beer! Then, we ordered all kinds of tsukune (meatballs), tajine hot pot, pizza, and lava grill. The tsukune were all delicious and had a new taste to them. The tajine hot pot was average. The specialty lava grill had high-quality meat and was delicious. It was a shame that the service was slow due to the crowd, but we hope they keep up the good work.

Everyone!! Highball Sakaba Tanpopo Location Osaka City Minato-ku Namiyoke 3-8-12 Phone 06-6584-1622 Business hours 17:00-2:00 Open daily A light dinner of ramen at noon didn't completely fill my stomach, and even in the evening, I wasn't feeling hungry... I decided to take a walk towards Bentencho and maybe have a light drink. That's when I visited "Minna no! Highball Sakaba Tanpopo." Upon entering, there were table seats to the right, counter seats in the back, and table seats to the left. The interior was designed with a tree theme and slightly dim lighting. The lineup of highball bottles and glasses on the counter was stylish. We were guided to a two-person table seat and started by quenching our thirst with draft beer. From the menu, we ordered the items in the image below. I ordered the large size of the Shime Saba (pickled mackerel) assuming it would be small for 680 yen, but it turned out to be more than expected, making it a challenge to finish alone as my wife has a mackerel allergy. The Ishiyaki (hot stone cooking) needs to be eaten quickly before the stone cools down. The chicken can also be served as sashimi, so it's okay to have it rare. The "Super Carbonated Highball" was not as intense in carbonation as I imagined, so it was quite normal. The service from the staff was good, and it's a pleasant place to drink. My personal rating: ==========

I had been there once before, but today on my solo business trip back. It's cold, too cold. I thought winter would never come to Osaka, but finally in January, winter has arrived. I didn't want to go back to my empty house, so I dragged my suitcase to "Tanpopo" because I was craving the motsunabe I had eaten before. The small restaurant was crowded. The warm atmosphere was comforting. The cute waitress greeted me with a smile. The counter had about 8 seats. The narrow interior was cozy, just the way I like it. Even with tables, the capacity was around 30 people. Nearby salarymen, office ladies, couples, and groups of girls were all lively and having a good time. At the counter, I started to order a beer, but the girl said with a smile, "You want it with hot water, right?" So I went with that. Hot water mixed with shochu♪♪ The motsunabe came in three flavors: Japanese-style, spicy, and miso. Because it was cold, I chose the spicy one. It was around 890 yen for one serving. They brought the hot pot to the table with a portable stove, and as a side dish while waiting, I ordered grilled mackerel (half) for about 390 yen. I thought I would eat it as it was, but they also offered to grill it. So, I went with that. The girl grilled it on the burner at the table. The surface sizzled and charred, and the oil from the mackerel seeped out, making it look incredibly delicious~! Squeezed some lemon on it. Yum~☆ The motsunabe, even though it was meant for one person, had a generous portion, so it could be shared by two. I was already full, so I couldn't finish it, but the broth was delicious and full of the flavor of motsu, making it perfect to add noodles or rice as a finishing touch. It's a highball bar, so other customers were ordering highballs left and right. Even alone, I felt at ease. Although there was a counter, I couldn't interact with the staff inside due to the nature of the food, so I couldn't have a conversation, which was a bit disappointing. But I felt warm and cozy. My stomach was satisfied, and I felt happy~. I'll probably end up going back a few more times during the winter...

The taste is okay, like typical izakaya quality. It's not particularly delicious, but it's not bad either. The consistency is good, so it's a reliable option. The service can vary depending on the staff, but overall it's not notably bad. They always see you off outside, and the young male staff members are friendly. Having a variety of hot pot options in winter is a big plus.

I used this restaurant for a gathering with my drinking buddies. The approach from the subway is inconvenient. The organizer made a reservation and we were guided to a table in the back room, but it was a bit cramped for 8 people. It's more suitable for up to 6 people. If you bring a coupon for Highball, each person gets one free drink, except for "Yamazaki". When looking at the food menu, the recommended item was "tsukune". There were no varieties of yakitori. An interesting dish was the "tsukune okonomiyaki-style", which tasted like okonomiyaki. As a finale, we ordered curry udon, which was delicious, so we ended up ordering it three times.

The other day, the organizer chose this restaurant for our regular dinner party. It's located just north of JR Bentencho Station, a short walk from the station. It was raining that day, but luckily I didn't get too wet. The dinner course was set at 3500 yen with all-you-can-drink! It seemed like a typical menu would be served and that would be it, but to my surprise, we had grilled meat appetizers, salmon carpaccio salad, shrimp tartare, and a couple of other dishes (I was a bit drunk and can't remember). The motsunabe (tripe hot pot) was quite substantial and delicious. The sweet broth with tender motsu was really good. The drink selection was impressive, especially the variety of highballs. The staff was quick, friendly, and attentive, reminding me of a certain construction company's TV commercial. There was even a surprise birthday celebration with cake. The service was great overall. I would definitely come back here when I'm in the area again. Thank you for the feast!