Kichitori Sakuragawa branch. I visited after my first experience at Apollo Building. There were seats available. Black Kuro Kirishima soda for 300 yen...?! This is really pushing it in terms of business. Too cheap. Other menu items are also mostly in the 300 yen range and are decently tasty. This is price destruction. It feels like capitalism has reached its limit.

Probably due to the coronavirus, items that are not selling well are being frozen, microwaved, and then grilled over charcoal, which may be why they lack flavor. However, the delicious items were surprisingly delicious at this price! I can understand the situation of the restaurant in times like these. By the way, I think Yoshicho's headquarters is on the second floor around here. There is also the headquarters of Torikizoku nearby, and as a resident of Naniwa Ward, I want to support both groups! - Satsuma Jidori Skin (2 skewers) 319 yen - Satsuma Jidori Neck (2 skewers) 319 yen - Satsuma Jidori Thigh (2 skewers) 319 yen - Satsuma Jidori Triangle (2 skewers) 319 yen - Satsuma Grilled Pork Tongue (2 skewers) 297 yen - Satsuma Grilled Pork Liver (2 skewers) 297 yen - Shiso Garlic 308 yen - Firefly Squid Pickled in Okinawa 308 yen - Nikaido Uron Cut with Water (Large) 605 yen - Tantakatan Water Cut (Large) 605 yen - Total amount including tax 3696 yen #Naniwa Ale Meal #Naniwa Ale Town #Yoshitori #Grilled Chicken #Torikizoku

I came back to Osaka after a long time! I went to my favorite local yakitori restaurant, Yakitori Yoshitori, known by locals. They offer yakitori starting from 280 yen for 2 skewers, which is a great deal. You can eat and drink a lot for around 4,000 yen per person, and it's usually not crowded early in the evening. I recommend the pork neck and chicken liver, they have a delicious basic flavor. The tare sauce is recommended, but I also like the salt flavor. It's a great place to come with family or friends, but for a date, you might want to head to Namba. Sometimes enjoying local food is a good idea too!

Today, I went out for dinner with Jun-chan. When I asked Jun-chan where she wanted to go, she said, "I want to go to Tanaka, it's been a while!" So off we went. It was around 8 pm on a weekday, and Tanaka was really crowded. As expected! So, since we hadn't been to Yoshitori before, we decided to give it a try. The place was bustling with customers. We were seated at a table in the back. As soon as we sat down, Jun-chan exclaimed, "Wow, this looks delicious!" She was looking at the drink menu on the wall. When she noticed that it said "Recommended for men!!", she immediately wanted to try it. She quickly spotted a menu item recommended for men and got excited to try it. We ordered some food and started our feast. The yakitori was delicious, just like Yoshitori flavor! The hiyayakko (cold tofu) was also very tasty. The service was fast, the plates were cleared quickly, and the staff were friendly and made us feel comfortable. The restaurant is spacious and seems convenient for large groups. It may not be the best place for a quiet drink, but it's great for a lively gathering. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. Thank you for the meal!

Here is another Yoshitori-san. They had a new sign for 280 yen draft beer, but it seemed a bit lacking in atmosphere and service. You can't get unlimited refills here for the cabbage with salt dressing. You have to order at least 2 skewers of yakitori. The taste is typical of the Yoshitori chain. It seems that the experience can vary greatly depending on the staff's skills. I probably won't visit this Yoshitori again.

Today, I went to a shop I had visited a little while ago. On that day, I was still feeling energetic and was gulping down a refreshing "Edelpils" beer at Naniwa French Biggin, thanks to the master's hard work. As the weather got warmer, the beer tasted even better. I had two glasses of Edelpils and some leftover snacks, which filled me up quite a bit. I realized I needed to go eat dinner soon, otherwise I would end up too full if I stayed at Biggin. So, I went for a late-night stroll to find a new restaurant, stumbling upon "Yoshitori" - a charcoal-grilled izakaya. The beer here was cheap, and they even offered free cabbage as a side dish. Despite the late hour, the place was bustling with staff ready for a busy night. The yakitori was being grilled by three people, each responsible for a few skewers. This was quite different from the yakitori place near my house where one tough old man grills around 600 skewers alone. The atmosphere at Yoshitori was more relaxed, with some smiles among the staff. I realized I hadn't had yakitori in a while, although I do visit Torikizoku occasionally. I ordered tsukune with salt, seseri with salt, and chicken thigh with salt. The prices were reasonable, and the portions were decent. The chicken was flavorful and had a nice texture. The counter seats at Yoshitori were very close to the table, forcing me to sit up straight while enjoying my beer. I replied to some messages and contemplated starting a diet to cut back on late-night carbs. After finishing my meal, the friendly waitress appeared and asked if I wanted more. I politely declined, mentioning that I had already eaten some chicken ham, delicious persimmon seeds, fresh eggs, octopus, and bread before coming. But somehow, my body seemed to have a mind of its own and ordered more food and another beer. I ended up enjoying some grilled chicken wings and beef with ponzu sauce, along with a side of rice. Despite my initial intentions, I couldn't resist the temptation of delicious food at a cozy yakitori restaurant where I could relax at the counter.

Kichitori is a chain restaurant that is not often seen in the northern part of Osaka. I was hesitant to go in, but ended up entering with two others. We ordered draft beer and were surprised by the extensive menu. We chose a variety of grilled items like chicken neck, green onion, gizzard, and quail bacon, as well as Caesar salad, buttered corn, fried rice cakes, and potato fries. When the food came out, we were once again surprised by the generous portions. The food was delicious and well worth the price. We ended the meal with a shiny white rice ball, which was much better than the ones you typically find at other chain restaurants.