I lined up for lunch. The types of skewers were already decided. The lotus root was curry-flavored, and on top of the zucchini was bacon with a sauce flavored like sea urchin. You can choose between white rice and five-grain rice. (Five-grain rice may be sold out) Enjoy with sauce and salt.

I didn't notice the existence of this restaurant as it was a bit off the main path. They offer two lunch sets: A lunch with 8 skewers for 1250 yen (which is a good deal compared to ordering individually for 2050 yen) and a dry beer for 550 yen. The prices for draft beer seem high here. The skewers are not just kushikatsu, but skewers with items like asparagus, lotus root, stuffed bell peppers, eggplant, and two types of meat. They are well-prepared and delicious, with a good variety of 8 skewers. There are salt and sauce options, but they are not necessary. The fact that you get all this for 1250 yen is incredibly cheap.

The interior of the restaurant is mainly black, with a stylish counter and spacious table seats where you can relax. They offer both course meals and individual skewers, so make sure to ask for a menu. The food is healthier compared to fried dishes. They are open continuously on weekends (please check the operating days at Hankyu Sanbangai).

We had the omakase skewers and they looked great and tasted good. It might be helpful to let them know how many skewers you want to eat beforehand. We got full before the shrimp skewers came out. Normally we drink local sake, but this time we tried various liqueurs because they had a good selection. It was a bit pricey, but we'd love to go back.

For lunch, I chose the set with 8 skewers. The amount of rice was a bit small compared to the size of the bowl. The miso soup was on the salty side. The skewers themselves had a distinct flavor, so I didn't use much of the spicy sauce or salt provided. The taste was pretty much as expected, without any surprises. The chicken wings were the best, juicy and oily, but they were a bit difficult to eat. It might be a bit awkward to go with friends or a romantic partner. Some people ordered individual items. Thank you for the meal!

This is the third branch of the popular Kushiyaki restaurant Unsen located in Kitashinchi. The main branch in Kitashinchi has been around for about 60 years. When you think of Kushiyaki, Unsen is probably the first place that comes to mind as it is a well-established restaurant. I tried to come for lunch a little later than usual, but it's a popular spot with only counter seats available. It's almost full of female customers. Instead of deep-fried skewers, they serve grilled skewers with a healthy concept, which may be why it's so popular. The multigrain rice also sold out, showing that the customers here tend to prefer healthier options. The skewers are carefully prepared and grilled. Today, I ordered 8 skewers for 1,250 yen including tax. They were all delicious.

It's been a while since I came to "Unzen Sanbangai-ten" with my drinking buddies! This place is not a kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) restaurant, but a yakitori (grilled skewers) restaurant! Since it was my first time here, I wasn't sure how to order. I asked the staff and decided to go with the course menu! I had a draft beer and my friend had sparkling wine! Delicious dishes kept coming one after another! The seafood and vegetables were delicious! When the delicious dishes kept coming, I felt like having some sake! It was a fun time! Meat dishes also came out! I usually don't like ginkgo nuts, but they were delicious! Maybe it's because they were grilled well? Anyway, I had delicious drinks! Thank you for the meal!

During lunchtime, I always passed by this place for some reason because it seemed hard to get in. But this time, I decided to give it a try after hearing that their 60-year-old teppanyaki skewer dishes are light and healthy, and a staple in Sanbangai. It was my first time, so I ordered the "A Lunch (8 skewers) for 1,250 yen including tax." Unfortunately, the limited quantity of ten-grain rice was sold out. The food was served in 7-8 minutes after ordering. The "Unzen-yaki" skewers are a creative dish, but the presentation is not very appealing. The rice was cooked well, but the portion was small. The miso soup was hot with a slightly sweet miso flavor, and the seaweed was not slimy, which was nice. The salad was fresh and refreshing with the acidity of the dressing. The main dish, Unzen-yaki, is made by grilling skewers and then adding broth to remove excess oil. The skewers included lotus root with curry minced meat, eggplant, bell pepper, chicken wings, fried fish cake, zucchini topped with bacon and sea urchin sauce, shiitake mushroom dumplings, and shrimp wrapped in shiso leaves. They were all decently tasty, but none left a lasting impression except for the chicken wings. They were all light and healthy, so they didn't really pair well with rice. Thankfully, the kelp on top of the rice did a good job of complementing the skewers. The cold tofu was served with ponzu sauce. If you're looking for healthy skewers, give it a try once. Enjoy your meal!

I entered the restaurant without realizing it was a yakitori place (I mistakenly thought it was a kushikatsu restaurant). But getting 6 skewers for 1000 yen is reasonable. It's healthy, and you can choose between white rice or multigrain rice. You can eat them with sauce or just salt. The miso soup was also delicious. They also have an 8 skewer lunch option. There were many female customers dining alone. Thank you for the meal.

since 1973 is amazing (* ᴗ͈ˬᴗ͈)” The interior of the restaurant is not very large, but it has a cozy and traditional atmosphere ♥︎ It seemed to be a popular spot as customers kept coming in non-stop. The A lunch set for ¥1,250 includes 8 skewers, rice, miso soup, pickles, side dishes, and salad. It's a great deal and delicious (๑´ڡ`๑)♥︎ The variety of skewers kept things interesting and I was pleasantly full after finishing. The high vegetable content makes it healthy too. While the skewers were all tasty, nothing stood out as exceptional, but the quick service and affordable price make it a great place to dine. I would definitely want to come back here again‪⸜( ˶'ᵕ'˶)⸝♡

Unlike kushikatsu, this dish is healthy because it is grilled on skewers. There are plenty of sauces to enjoy dipping in. The vegetables are especially delicious. Since you eat the ingredients as they are, it feels good for your body. The number of skewers varies depending on the course, but you will be satisfied. Highly recommended!

Located directly connected to Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station, on the 2nd basement floor of Hankyu Sanban-gai, I had lunch here. The interior has both counter seats and table seats, and the lunch menu consists of only grilled skewers starting from 1,100 yen. I ordered the B lunch set with 6 skewers. Let's dig in! The skewers are of a decent size, and all 6 of them are served hot off the grill. They come with both salt and sauce, so feel free to use them based on your preference. Rice and miso soup are free for refills, which is great for those with a big appetite. Overall, it was a satisfying meal! I was seated at the counter at the far end this time, and it was a bit noisy as the staff were actively trying to attract customers. It was a bit disappointing, but understandable since I was dining alone. This seat was not the best choice.

I decided to have lunch at Hankyu Sanbangai after a long time, but the restaurant I wanted to go to had a long line. I only had one hour between seminars, so I needed to find something delicious and healthy to eat quickly. I stumbled upon a restaurant called "Unzen," which has been around since 1973. The interior was a mix of black, Western, and Japanese styles, and they offered a variety of lunch sets ranging from 1100 yen for 6 skewers to 2500 yen for a premium lunch. Each skewer was carefully prepared with unique fillings like curry-flavored lotus root and ginger-stuffed thick tofu. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Overall, it was a great value for lunch, and I would love to come back for their evening skewer course and wine selection.

This is a shop located on the 2nd basement floor of Sanban-gai directly connected to Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station. I visited for a solo lunch on a weekday afternoon. I ordered the light and healthy A lunch set for 1,139 yen (excluding tax) from the lunch menu at the counter seat. The dish arrived in less than 10 minutes. When ordering, they mentioned that they could accommodate any dislikes or allergies. They also mentioned that rice and miso soup could be refilled. The A lunch set included a skewer assortment (8 skewers), rice, miso soup, salad, and a small side dish, offering a good value. I opted for multigrain rice. The lunch had a satisfying volume and was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

It is a yakitori restaurant on Sanban Street. It seemed small at first but surprisingly spacious. Now, you can sit at the counter with seats spaced apart for a relaxing meal. I ordered the A lunch set with 8 skewers. It included minced lotus root, shrimp, stuffed bell pepper, chicken wings, and more, very satisfying. The skewers were hot and delicious. Additionally, there was cold tofu, salad, rice with free refills, and miso soup. The staff is also very kind.

This time it's a first for the GOTO series! A yakitori restaurant called "Unzen Sanbangai-ten". It's conveniently located in Sanbangai. I wanted to have a drink, so I opted for the all-you-can-drink option at this place. The menu has individual items as well, but I went for the all-you-can-drink set. They keep serving until you say stop! I wonder what kind of exciting skewers will come next? First, there are three types of sauces available: 1) plum sauce, 2) blended sauce, 3) curry-flavored sauce. I enjoyed them with salt as well. Here are the skewers I had: beef fillet, scallop with roe, assorted seafood, horse mackerel, renkon sandwich, yuba pouch tempura, tofu and persimmon smoothie, mountain vegetables, akamoku, Unzen roll, mekabu, oyster and pork belly, asparagus, sweet potato. There weren't many unusual ingredients, but more of a creative twist to make them delicious! Personally, I enjoyed the oyster the most. I had about 6.7 drinks in 1 hour of all-you-can-drink. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice and the service was polite. It cost 10,680 yen for two people. Well, it's a reasonable price, I guess? Since I could use GOTO this time, I got a 2,000 yen discount, so it wasn't bad. If the timing is right, I might consider going again. That's how I felt about the place.

I have been to the Lukua no Shun S series before, but this was my first time here. The food was light and delicious. However, the staff was not the best. They spoke in a slightly hoarse and small voice, making it difficult to hear. They didn't communicate well with the kitchen, resulting in repeated exchanges and missed orders. They probably think it's the kitchen's fault, so it might not improve. Lunch Premium Course Ume Tamago.

After visiting the 24th temple "Nakayamadera" of the Nishikoku Thirty-three Kannon Pilgrimage in Takarazuka, my husband and I went for lunch and drinks. This restaurant in Hankyu Umeda's Sanbangai is known for its unique grilled skewers at a reasonable price, and it's always bustling even on weekdays during lunchtime. I've been coming here for over 20 years, but this is my first time posting a review. While the course menu for dinner is recommended for special occasions, the lunch menu is a great deal. For just over 1000 yen, you can enjoy a satisfying set meal, but this time we opted for the "Enjoyable Course". Unlike the set meal where everything is served at once, this course brings out the salad, small dishes, and sauce dishes first, followed by 1-2 skewers at a time. We also added the 60-minute all-you-can-drink plan for an extra 1200 yen. The "Enjoyable Lunch Course" includes 10 skewers, salad, small dishes, and rice set (with unlimited rice and miso soup, pickles). The all-you-can-drink plan includes glass exchange and group orders for draft beer (Yebisu), Sapporo Pole Star, cocktails, and more. My husband had draft beer, while I toasted with sparkling wine (Sapporo Pole Star). When we first ordered, they asked if we wanted the rice set at the end, allowing us to leisurely enjoy our drinks and food. The skewers, 10 varieties chosen by the chef, always keep us excited as we never know what we'll get. They also recommend sauces that pair well with the skewers. The all-you-can-drink plan here is definitely worth it. After finishing the skewers, we requested the rice set and were served with piping hot rice and miso soup. We enjoyed every last bite. I definitely want to visit again soon. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Karasuma has its main store in Kitashinchi and also has an outlet in Ginza. Established for sixty years, Karasuma specializes in healthy cooking that brings out the natural flavors of the ingredients. Their Karasuma-yaki, which is beneficial for both beauty and health, is grilled in a light and refreshing manner. Their lunch set includes 6 skewers with plenty of vegetables like zucchini and a small amount of tender chicken. Each skewer is handmade, giving it a homemade feel. Although the price range is slightly higher, their lunch set is affordable. As the season gets hotter and appetite decreases, concerns about summer fatigue and heatstroke increase. With the added impact of wearing masks this year, extra attention must be paid to prevent heatstroke. These healthy dishes are a relief in such times. As we get used to the heat, staying at home has been the norm. The lunch set at Karasuma also comes with salad, tofu, pickles, rice, and miso soup, all of which are refillable, making it a great deal. Karasuma Sanbangai is a great place for a satisfying and healthy lunch.

After "Youth Walked with You", we went on an omakase course and had about 14 dishes. The dishes included rolled sushi-style beef & shishito pepper, kombu-wrapped scallop with perilla leaf, lotus root with chicken breast, shrimp with perilla leaf, abalone, burdock root with crab, sea urchin, minced chicken skewers, mochi, and sherbet. The sauce was made of plum, soy sauce, sesame, and salt. We dipped the skewers in the sauce indicated by the skewer. The minced chicken skewers tasted great with lemon juice and salt. The dishes were mostly the same as last year but still delicious and light. They paired well with champagne. Thank you for the meal.