It's been two weeks since I visited "Stand Asahi" in Yamasaka, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City. This popular bustling tavern offers seasonal small dishes representing Osaka. Check out the blog post with photos for a clear understanding: http://tushio.jp/blog-entry-5883.html. Of course, I made a reservation in advance for a party of 8 from Kobe, from 5 pm to 7 pm. We started with draft beer (Maruef 550 yen) and cheers! Here are some of the menu items we enjoyed: "Simmered dish (eel liver small dish) 390 yen," "Sweet potato 330 yen," "Assorted sashimi (for four people)," "Fried chicken 500 yen," "Maruef half and half 550 yen," "Grilled eel 1,650 yen," "Shrimp fry 990 yen," "Mackerel seasoned rice 330 yen," "Eggplant with miso 280 yen," "Green onion with tofu 280 yen," "Grilled chicken skewers 220 yen." Ah, it was delicious! It was fun! I am completely satisfied!!! "Stand Asahi" 2-10-10 Yamasaka, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture TEL 06-6622-1168 Business hours 17:00-21:00 Closed on Sundays and holidays Completely non-smoking Parking available Take the train! 2 minutes walk from JR Hanwa Line "Minamitanabe Station"

I didn't know there was such a wonderful shop in the neighborhood. I regret not knowing about it. The atmosphere and interior have a good Showa era feel. It's full of nostalgia and the cool older brother chef, watched over by the sharp-eyed boss. And there's a brisk older sister too!? There was also a friendly older sister. It feels like the real Osaka downtown. It was delicious - the simmered dishes were the best. Great cost performance.

I was so shocked that I accidentally deleted the appearance photo before writing a review because I couldn't eat eel for two years in a row. I wanted to make a reservation for 6:00 pm, but they said to come at 7:00 pm because they have a two-hour time limit: 5-7 pm and 7-9 pm (closing time). I guess 6:00 pm was just too awkward. I took a break for a year. Even though I saw skewers of grilled chicken right in front of me, they told me right before ordering that they were sold out, which is expected at this time. It wasn't as bad as the eel incident, but I enjoyed the Thai dish in the small bowl after a long time, which put me in a good mood. Still, when I looked at the grill with resentment, Kumiko-san came recommending sand lizards, which was a common occurrence. I've been coming here for 13 years, so I know the shop and the staff's personalities, but I wonder if it's because of my age that I felt so lonely in this Osaka restaurant, which is supposed to be a traditional izakaya in Minamitanabe.

My partner really wanted to go, so we decided to give it a try. Whether there will be seats available or not is just a matter of luck. It's a drinking place, so don't expect much in terms of food. But it's still enjoyable, especially with some alcohol. My partner was satisfied. Next time, maybe we'll take the train there.

Visited during dinner time. The restaurant was already full! Truly a popular local spot. The menu is written on small strips of paper on the wall. Ordered a barley soda with various appetizers. The fried food was decent in taste. The octopus sashimi was pleasantly chewy and delicious. Thank you for the meal!

After finishing an event in the neighborhood, I visited this place for the first time in 3 and a half years. It was my first time visiting alone and waiting in line before the opening. The dishes kept coming one after another, and the view of the restaurant from the counter was nice. The seats quickly filled up. I started with a large draft beer, assorted simmered dishes, pickled vegetables, marinated mackerel, and octopus in vinegar. I enjoyed them with a highball. The food was delicious, the service was great, and the atmosphere was wonderful. I left the traditional izakaya feeling fully satisfied in both my stomach and heart. It was a pleasant drinking experience. Thank you for the feast. I will definitely visit again.

I was happy to come to this famous place in Kansai that I wanted to visit! I was taken here by a senior colleague whom I am grateful to. We had simmered dishes, kizushi, eggplant miso, and shrimp fry. It turned out that it was my senior's favorite place to eat, and the landlady joked, "It's rare to see you drink alcohol!" Thank you for the delicious meal!

I have visited this place many times, and it is always a delicious restaurant. The atmosphere is calm and filled with a sense of the common people. The conversations between the regulars, the staff, and the nostalgic bottled beer make for a wonderful space. The dishes are down-to-earth and cater to everyday life. The entrance may be a bit intimidating for first-timers, but once you get past that, it becomes a place you can't get enough of. Since the pandemic, smoking is not allowed, and there are no ashtrays outside, so please manage your cigarettes on your own. Some menu items may disappear if you don't visit early. In winter, be sure to try their oden. They don't have a wide variety of alcohol, but it's nice that they don't try to be fancy. It may not suit everyone's taste, but that's just a matter of personal preference. Instead of relying on others' opinions, prioritize your own preferences. I wouldn't say it's a must-visit, but if you're nearby, I definitely recommend stopping by.

After 7 years, I revisited "Stand Asahi" and of course, started with a glass of draft beer. As a complimentary dish, they served grilled chicken, scallops, fuki (butterbur), pumpkin, and eggplant. I ordered yakitori (220 yen) and finished my first drink, then switched to hot sake. I also ordered mackerel with seasoning (330 yen) and scallion miso dip (180 yen) along with another glass of beer. For the finale, I had a hearty chawanmushi (550 yen) with shrimp, chicken, shiitake mushrooms, eel, white fish, fish cake, and ginkgo nuts. The curry powder on the yakitori, shiso on the mackerel, sansho on the scallion miso dip, and yuzu in the chawanmushi added subtle flavors. The total bill was 3,120 yen. This izakaya always puts me in a happy mood no matter when I visit.

This was my first time at Asahi! I had wanted to go for a while but never had plans to go to Osaka. This time, I happened to have some free time in the evening in Osaka, so I called around 4 pm and they said I could come for just one hour from opening. They suggested taking photos of the menu if it was hard to see, so I did. I had decided to start with a draft beer, but I was unsure about the food. They kindly suggested a small dish, so I tried the tokobushi small dish, which was surprisingly delicious! I also tried a glass of sake, had the chawanmushi and shirako, and finished with my favorite negitoro. The hour went by so quickly in the cozy atmosphere, even for a first-timer. I'm already thinking about planning another trip to Osaka just to have that kizushi again.

I visited on Friday night at 6 o'clock and it was fully booked, but luckily I had a reservation so I managed to get a seat. We had a simmered dish with small fish, sea bream roe, pumpkin, and eggplant, which was gentle and delicious. The sashimi platter included tuna, sea bream, and squid, with the tuna being particularly delicious. We also had grilled Pacific saury, butter-fried squid legs, crispy prawn fry, and pork cutlet, all of which were delicious. We also enjoyed a variety of other dishes like vinegared salad. There weren't many types of sake, but they had Asahi beer.

I visited Stand Asahi, located right by the Namba station on the Hankai Line, with a friend who lives in Osaka. I arrived first and was seated at the red counter. I could see the hardworking staff in the kitchen, which was impressive. While waiting for my friend, I enjoyed a perfectly chilled Asahi draft beer and some delicious snacks like sweet potatoes and green beans. Everything had just the right amount of flavor and I was impressed. When my friend arrived, we had a sashimi platter with conger eel, as well as various other dishes like grilled squid with butter, scallion salad, and fried chicken. The quality of the sashimi was outstanding. My friend shared the news of his marriage, so we celebrated with the most expensive item on the menu that day, grilled eel. The owner cooked it right in front of us, and it was delicious. My friend seemed to gain some extra confidence to face his ten years younger wife. The atmosphere was friendly, with many local families dining there. We ended the night with hot sake and had a great time. The bill was surprisingly affordable, and I definitely want to visit again next time I'm in Osaka.

I got off at Minamitanabe Station for the first time. There was a shop right in front of the station. I arrived around 5:00 pm when they opened, but there were already many customers. It seems like it's better to make a reservation. I ordered the recommended simmered dish and toasted with a draft beer. The yakitori and grilled ayu were delicious. It seems like a shop loved by the locals. The atmosphere was very cozy.

Ayumi and Hamo! If you want to taste the seasonal ingredients of summer, Asahi in Osaka is the place to go for high-quality cuisine at a reasonable price. I visited after a four-month break, feeling a bit guilty for cheating on other izakayas in Osaka. Sitting at the counter with comfortable elbow rests and a calming atmosphere, it felt like coming home. I usually didn't come on weekdays, but this time I managed to enjoy the popular yakitori, which tends to sell out on Saturdays after 7 pm. Unfortunately, they weren't serving Hamo due to the high prices this season, but at least I got to enjoy Ayu. The Ayu dish was beautifully presented, swimming as if alive, and paired perfectly with the natural seasoning of date vinegar. Even Kumiko-san, who usually stands behind the beer tap, took a rare seat at the end of the counter. Despite being the most expensive item on the menu, the popular eel kabayaki sold out quickly. I was surprised to see it being served so frequently tonight. Despite taking a day off to come to Asahi for personal reasons, I was bombarded with questions by a friend who lives in Osaka and met me after work. The conversations with Kumiko-san and Emi-chan were a true treasure, filling my heart, stomach, and liver with happiness. As we savored the moment until closing time, I was delighted to exchange greetings with Kumiko-san's father, who is still active and healthy.

Stand Asahi @ Minamitanabe, a solitary izakaya, June 26, 2022 On this day, we had a meeting with 4 people! The small plates were a combination of conger eel roe and Itaya clams for 390 yen, as delicious as always ((((☆o☆))))) The super-sized grilled ayu with salt was 550 yen, and each of us had one. When we ordered eel liver, they said, "We'll start preparing it now, so please wait a bit." The marinated edamame was also delicious. The tuna sashimi was chu-toro grade. We had 4 skewers of yakitori, including 4 chicken liver skewers and 4 young chicken tempura. We continued drinking for 2 hours with 4 people, and the bill came to 4000 yen split evenly (laughs). It's still a great restaurant, and thank you for the feast! 2-10-10 Yamasaka, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City 06-6622-1168 17:00-21:00 Closed on Sundays and holidays Feel free to follow Skasan on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter. I participate in blog rankings, and your one click is a source of energy for me! Recently, the clicks from everyone have been increasing (☆o☆) Kiran. Thank you for your continued support!

Stand Asahi @ Minamitanabe, a solitary izakaya, May 24, 2022. After chairing at the old Sakai Port yacht harbor! On this day, the small dishes were hagoromo no ko (eel fry) and firefly squid. The female owner, Kumi-san, said, "We have good ayu left, but only 2 left." The large grilled ayu seasoned with vinegar was incredibly delicious. Since there were 3 of us, they served 3 yakitori skewers. The salted fish roe and sand lance were all delicious. Drinking, eating, and the bill came out to only 2500 yen per person, which is cheap, right? It was a satisfying feast. Thank you very much. Address: 2-10-10 Yamazaka, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City. Phone: 06-6622-1168. Open from 17:00 to 22:30. Closed on Sundays and holidays. Feel free to follow me on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter. I am participating in blog rankings, so your clicks are greatly appreciated! Thank you for your continued support.

Visit Date: 5:00 PM, Sunday Wait Time: 5 minutes (reserved and waited for opening) Menu: A la carte I managed to slip in with a last-minute reservation. The restaurant was fully booked on this day. Those who arrived after 5:00 PM were all turned away. This place serves Asahi beer as the name suggests. Everyone was ordering a half-and-half with black beer, so even though I don't usually drink black beer, I went along and ordered one. The grilled chicken and sashimi were delicious. Especially outstanding was the "saba karamabushi," which is kizushi (sushi rice ball) coated with okara (soy pulp). It had a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely order it again next time. I ate a lot, but the bill was surprisingly reasonable, and I feel like I understand the secret to its popularity. Thank you for the meal.

We started with the recommended assorted appetizers, which included scallion miso, buttered squid, raw sea cucumber with grilled chicken, sand lance, and chicken liver skewers. Everything was delicious, but the highlight was the vinegar-based marinated horse mackerel, which had a slightly sweet flavor from the sear marks. It became our favorite dish of the meal.

My friend in Osaka always says, "Let's go to Miyakojima when you come to Osaka," and it's tough when I hear that. Lately, I've been cheating on Miyakojima with an izakaya in Tobeshima, which makes me crave Asahi's small dishes and yakitori. After all, I'm already at home. It's been 12 years since I started going there. My friend lives near Minami-Tanabe on the Hanwa Line, and I live near Nishitanabe on the Midosuji Line, so it's been quite a while since I walked there. We agreed to meet at 6:00 pm in front of Asahi for our reservation. Just before that, two women entered and immediately came out because it was full and they were turned away. Especially on weekends, reservations are essential. Right after that, Kumiko came out, and I was surprised. Who's that? I was a little scared of those two. But if it's Kumiko, her behavior isn't strange. There was no space available at the counter. When I last came in April last year, it was lonely, but now I saw Asahi full for the first time in a while. It's nice to see them thriving in this day and age. It's been a few years since I was directed to a table seat. It's a very low table seat behind the counter. I don't really like this seat. But after a while, I talked face to face with my friend. From the other table seats over there, it's like a hidden customer seat that doesn't stand out. This time, I have something to say about the draft beer. I saw Gakki in a beer commercial recently. Is the draft beer from the stand Asahi the same as that? No, this one is more like the original Asahi draft beer. Do you know that the only place in Osaka that handles the old Asahi draft beer, not Asahi Super Dry, is the stand Asahi? It's a special order. I was grateful to taste it again. By the way, if you want to drink Super Dry, you should order bottled beer. I'm grateful that they always serve me a half-and-half of regular draft beer and black draft beer. Thank you, ○○-chan, the skilled server who has been working there for a long time. My friend doesn't usually order fried food at Asahi, but the oyster fry is delicious. The juicy essence of the oysters overflows in your mouth. The oysters are in season now, but the edamame is not. However, I wonder when I will be able to eat dotenmushi. I haven't been here at all in the fall, so I haven't tasted it. Perhaps due to the current situation of the spread of something or other in Osaka, causing shortened business hours, customers seem to be considerate. By the time I switched from draft beer to cold sake before 7:00 pm, customers were leaving one after another, and the counter was empty. I was amazed to see the empty small bottle of cold sake in the photo with no one sitting in the background. I'm trying to come without a long interval next time.

Stand Asahi @ Minamitanabe, a solitary izakaya On this day, I finished work in Bunno-ri, so I walked to Mioshinjo Station and took the JR train to Minamitanabe Station!! Actually, the other day, I ran into Kumiko-san at the station and greeted her (laughs). The small dish, simmered vegetables, tastes delicious as I'm getting older. I sprinkled vinegar on the sea cucumber, grilled chicken, sandfish, leek with nuta sauce, butter-grilled cod roe, steamed egg custard - everything was so delicious that it was the best!! I was completely satisfied with the feast. Thank you very much ^ ^ v 2-10-10 Yamasaka, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City 17:00-22:30, Closed on Sundays and holidays Follow me on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter I am participating in the blog ranking. Your one click is the source of my energy!! Recently, the number of clicks has been increasing (☆o☆) Glittering Thank you for your continued support m(_"_)m ↓↓↓ Click ↓↓↓ [Images and advertisement links] [Images and advertisement links]

About 10 years ago, I came across a famous gourmet magazine featuring a list of "100 Izakayas" that I wanted to visit someday. After all these years, I finally made my first visit to the recommended sake bar, Stand Asahi. It is located in front of JR Minamitanabe Station, just 2 stops away from Tennoji (Hanwa Line). I visited on a late Saturday evening (8 pm). It seems that it can be quite difficult to get in without a reservation on Fridays and Saturdays. When I called, they happened to have two seats available. I was seated at a table for two, not at the counter. I ordered a variety of dishes including simmered vegetables, kazunoko (herring roe), oden (with gobomaki, tamago, and ganmo), steamed sake, tonkatsu, ebi fry, and karaage. The simmered vegetables were particularly delicious. The ebi fry consisted of three large prawns! Every dish had a nostalgic and gentle flavor. And the prices were very reasonable! The atmosphere inside was lively, and the proprietress was friendly, engaging with the customers. The nostalgic decor added to the cozy ambiance. I can understand why this place has been loved for so long. Today, I sat at a table, but next time, I want to sit at the counter to fully experience the atmosphere of the whole place. Thank you for the delicious meal.