Kazumaroda
Located just a 1-minute walk from Ueno Station, right near Ameyoko, this izakaya offers crab at a reasonable price. The sign outside the restaurant features a cute drawing of a crab wearing a happi coat. Inside, the space is spacious, clean, and has a calming atmosphere with soft lighting. The friendly staff greet you with a smile. This time, we opted to order individual dishes instead of a course menu. Here are the dishes we tried and our reviews (it was an amazing experience!):
- Red king crab assorted half-body plate (1980 yen including tax): A generous portion of crab, beautifully prepared and easy to eat. Served on a plate with homemade vinegar, the crab was fresh, delicious, and visually appealing. The portion was satisfying even for two people, and the cost performance was excellent.
- Potato fries with crab miso dip (480 yen including tax): Thinly sliced potatoes fried to a crisp, served with the restaurant's homemade crab miso dip. The dip was rich and flavorful, and the combination was so delicious that we couldn't get enough. The dip sauce is an original homemade creation made by simmering crab miso. This is a must-try!
- Specialty crab hot pot (780 yen including tax): A delicately seasoned soup that increases your appetite. The combination of crab, vegetables, tofu, and shimeji mushrooms was perfect. It warmed our bodies and was perfect for the upcoming cold season.
- Crab and seafood WOW salad (1280 yen including tax): A seafood salad topped with crab and dressed with an Italian-style homemade dressing that paired perfectly. Another dish that we devoured.
- Specialty crab rice bowl (1380 yen including tax): The crab rice bowl we had been looking forward to. The aroma upon lifting the lid, the perfect firmness of the rice - everything was perfect. The portion is about 2.5 bowls of rice, so ordering one for two people was sufficient. The gentle flavor was outstanding.
Drinks: The drink menu offers a wide variety of options from soft drinks to alcohol, making it suitable for families, dates, and gatherings with friends. For non-alcoholic options, green tea or oolong tea would complement the crab dishes well.
Overall, this restaurant provides a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy crab at a reasonable price, with friendly and bright staff making the dining experience enjoyable. The speed of service from ordering to serving was quick, allowing us to enjoy our meal at a good pace.