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We are a family with quite different tastes. Deciding on where to eat during trips is always a challenge. However, this restaurant has a menu that everyone in the family can enjoy, so we quickly made a reservation! There is also a parking lot nearby, although it is not affiliated with the restaurant. I forgot to take photos, but I think you could capture some beautiful pictures from the opposite side of the bridge! It’s truly been a long time since our last trip to Kyoto, and I can’t help but smile with joy!
My son ordered the Large Ebi Fry Set for ¥1850, which came with three large ebi fries with the heads still on! It included miso soup and small side dishes (this day it was pickled radish, dried daikon, and hijiki seaweed salad). It was a great value. The crispy coating was delightful, and it was comforting to enjoy such simple yet delicious food.
My daughter chose the Mixed Fry Set A for ¥1350, which included a large ebi fry, fried white fish, and a crab cream croquette. This has been a popular menu item since the restaurant opened. She was a bit startled by the ebi fry's head and hesitated to touch it, but when her dad removed the head for her, she felt safe to start eating. She ended up satisfied with just the ebi fry and cream croquette, handing over the white fish fry to her brother. She was all smiles as she enjoyed the cream croquette!
My husband opted for the Mixed Fry Set B for ¥1750, which included a large ebi fry, aaji (horse mackerel) fry, and two fried oysters. He loves aaji fry and was hoping for a more authentic flavor, so he was a bit disappointed.
I went with the Large Ebi Tempura Don with shiso and wasabi for ¥1980, plus a small udon for an extra ¥300. The tempura don came with a topping of shiso and wasabi seasoning, which allowed for a fun flavor change! It really alters the taste, and I highly recommend it! The ebi was plump, and the sauce was on the sweeter side. When I shared a little with my husband, he said, “It’s delicious! I should have gotten the tempura don…” Alas, since his order was seafood, I couldn't swap with him, though I was curious about his large ebi fry!
I gave the small udon to my daughter. The restaurant had a relaxing atmosphere and creatively prepared dishes. It seems like the whole family is already deciding what to order next time!