It was my first visit during lunchtime and the place was quite busy with nearby office workers. I ordered the jumbo set meal with extra rice. Surprisingly, the portion was generous, especially the meat which was served in a large portion. The sweetness of the onions was rich and the white rice was very appetizing. The miso soup had almost no ingredients, which was a bit disappointing. But overall, it was delicious.

Draft beer and hoppy are all-you-can-drink for 1,000 yen per hour. The individual alcohol prices are high, so the all-you-can-drink option is definitely a good deal! I can freely pour my own hoppy without worrying about others, adjusting it to my preferred strength. It feels quite luxurious for me. Pouring generously and drinking, I even feel a modest sense of happiness! The food, like fried chicken, isn't as tasty as before, and the fried horse mackerel and minced cutlet are just average. But the alcohol system is enough to get you drunk. I wished they had cabbage with mayonnaise. I had to use my own mayonnaise, but I hope they provide a big bottle of Kewpie mayonnaise for business use.

Date: 2021.12.18 (Saturday) Weather: Sunny First visit 13:23 Entered the store Many customers already inside, 4 customers arrived after 13:32 Ordered Vegetable-packed Tanmen: 800 yen I had the day off work, so I decided to explore Tanmen in Kita-Senju. The soba shop I had in mind seemed to be closed for an extended period. So, I visited this restaurant that I had discovered before (It seems like a chain restaurant, serving set meals for lunch and transforming into an izakaya-style place at night). I checked the menu at the entrance and confirmed the "Vegetable-packed Tanmen." Inside, I purchased the ticket for the "Vegetable-packed Tanmen" from the touch panel ticket machine near the entrance. I sat at an available table for two. When I handed the ticket to the male staff, he mentioned that a small rice portion was complimentary, but I politely declined. Shortly after, a glass of water was placed on the table. The staff consisted of two male servers and one female staff member in the kitchen, totaling three people. The table was equipped with soy sauce, salt, and shichimi togarashi. Abema News was playing on the TV. The meal was served on a tray after waiting for about 8 minutes. The tray included condiments like chili oil and ramen pepper for flavor variation. The noodles were thick, yellow, curly noodles that seemed more like generic factory-made noodles rather than from a noodle shop. They were slightly on the softer side when boiled, providing a chewy texture with a hint of elasticity. Personally, I prefer them a bit firmer... The ingredients included pork, cabbage, bean sprouts, carrots, and chopped green onions. The pork and vegetables were stir-fried on high heat before being placed on top of the noodles and soup. Chopped green onions were sprinkled on top. The pork was mostly shoulder loin, cut into large pieces. It had a salty taste, a nice charred aroma, and was quite delicious. There was no unpleasant smell, and the portion was generous. The vegetables like cabbage were stir-fried, retaining a crisp texture. Since they were not simmered in the soup, the overall integration was weak. The amount of vegetables, over 250g, was sufficient, but the selection of only three types felt a bit lacking. The chopped green onions remained crunchy. The soup was salty. The slightly cloudy appearance was likely due to the burnt bits from stir-frying the ingredients seeping into the soup. The broth seemed to be made in a central kitchen. It had a moderate umami taste. However, the saltiness of the soup and the salt used during the stir-frying process were quite strong. (Simmering the vegetables may have mellowed it a bit...) The high-temperature stir-frying gave the dish a rich oily texture and a robust aroma. I finished the noodles and ingredients without adding any condiments. Since the soup was too salty for my liking, I left most of it, thanked the staff, and left the restaurant. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the Tanmen from this chain restaurant. The savory aroma of the ingredients was excellent. However, the saltiness was a bit overpowering... (Would the meat and vegetable stir-fry on top of the noodles go well with rice or beer??) The service was attentive and the restaurant had a clean atmosphere. Although the prices were on the higher side, I appreciate the effort of a chain restaurant serving a labor-intensive Tanmen dish! I look forward to trying the "Katsu Curry" next time. Thank you for the meal!!

I ordered a 6-piece fried chicken set with mixed grain rice for an additional ¥900. The fried chicken has been renewed and the pieces are bigger now. I got full after the fourth piece, so I'll order 4 pieces next time. The chicken was piping hot and I almost burned myself with the juices, but it was delicious! ♡

I was curious every time I passed by the restaurant "Jan Jan Teishoku" which offers a set meal for 700 yen including tax, so I decided to get off the bus and try it. They use a ticket machine system where you buy your meal ticket, but even though it says you can use PayPay or Suica, you can only select cash. When I called a staff member, they just told me to sit wherever I liked. I sat down still feeling puzzled, and then the waiter came to take my order. It seems you pay at your table with a payment terminal they bring to you. The staff seemed inexperienced and kept coming back to ask for help with the terminal. There was a young waiter who helped me, but the veteran staff didn't offer any assistance. They should have explained the process better. By the way, three other customers who came later also seemed confused. As for the food, it was just average. Despite being recommended, it lacked any distinctive features. The main feature seemed to be that there were far more onions than meat. Overall, I felt like I wasted my time getting off the bus for this.

Kachimeshiya's chicken karaage set meal with regular portion (served with 16-grain rice) for ¥700. I've wanted to visit this restaurant since I was in high school! Maybe I should have gone for 14 pieces of karaage instead of 7. The karaage curry looked delicious, so I'll try that next time! ❤️

It's a diner located about an 8-minute walk from Kita-Senju Station, just past the Nikko Kaido. I bought a ticket for the Jyan Jyan set meal (¥700) and chose white rice. It was ready in about 8 minutes. The set meal includes rice, miso soup, and pickled cucumbers in addition to the main dish. The Jyan Jyan is a dish of pork and onions stir-fried in a sweet and savory sauce. The rich flavor of the pork, crunchy onions, and sweet and savory sauce make the rice go down easily. It has a good hearty meal feel to it. They also have a good selection of appetizers, so it seems like a good place for izakaya-style dining (alcohol was not served during my visit due to the state of emergency).

I always eat fried food (such as tonkatsu and fried items). The "jan jan yaki" here is also delicious. The "Japanese-style curry" here is quite sweet and mild, so some people may have preferences about it. I was able to take a proper photo of the menu, so I will share it. This restaurant is a valuable "diner," so I hope it continues for a long time. I want to cherish it.

<2021 revisit> A 3-4 minute walk from JR Kita-Senju Station West Exit... Located at the intersection just across Route 4, this is a diner run by the owner of Sunny Diner, opened in 2018 as a multi-business store. It gained attention as a place to enjoy traditional set meals. I reviewed their takeout service during the pandemic last year, but this review is based on my two recent dine-in visits this year. Both visits were on weekdays around 12:00pm... During lunchtime, the place is bustling with office workers and construction workers from nearby. Orders are placed using a ticket machine, making the process smooth even when it's busy. [Order details] - Jankara Set Meal (980 yen) I decided to try their recommended menu, Jankara, which consists of ginger-flavored stir-fried pork and two pieces of fried chicken. The meal comes with a choice of white rice or 16-grain rice, and I opted for white rice. The set also includes pickles and miso soup. The flavors were as expected, with a rich taste that complements the rice well, giving off a nostalgic set meal vibe. - Karaage Curry (780 yen) This menu, which I also tried as a takeout, features curry topped with two pieces of fried chicken. The curry has a traditional sweet flavor without much spice, and it filled me up nicely. I noticed during my takeout experience that their fried chicken is a highlight, so I recommend trying it with any menu. I visited for dine-in twice, and the old-fashioned set meal atmosphere and flavors were quite comfortable. The generous portions seem to be their selling point, making it a hit with male customers. I would definitely come back when I'm hungry and craving a hearty meal. Thank you for the meal.

On a typical evening around 7:00 pm. I was able to get a table right away. I purchased a meal ticket at the ticket machine. The "Double Jyan Jyan Yaki Set Meal" costs ¥900 and the "Fried Horse Mackerel" costs ¥300. For the set meal, you can choose between white rice or sixteen-grain rice. The "Jyan Jyan Yaki" is the restaurant's original menu item, made by grilling pork and onions with a sweet and savory sauce. It used to be too salty for my taste, but now it seems to be more delicious with a milder flavor. The rice goes down smoothly. As for the Fried Horse Mackerel, I wonder if it's frozen? This dish was a bit disappointing.

I went to Katameshiya. It operates on a ticket system. I ordered the grated radish fried chicken set with potato salad and all-you-can-drink alcohol. The all-you-can-drink alcohol option is a good deal at 1,000 yen. The potato salad was smooth. The fried chicken had a thin coating and a slightly light seasoning, making it easy to eat with rice. You can change the rice to mixed grain rice for free. I finished the beer with the fried chicken, so I ordered an additional serving. A mountain of fried chicken set might be just right when enjoying it with alcohol. It was a delicious meal.

Sleet mixed weekend around 1 pm. I thought it would be empty, so I went to Tsukemen Sanada, but to my surprise, there was a line. It's crazy to have a line in this cold weather! So I decided to change course and head to Katameshiya, which is known to always have space. It's just a 10-minute walk from Kita-Senju Station West Exit, right across the Nikko Kaido. Upon opening the automatic door, there is a ticket machine on the right. The display is large, but only cash is accepted, no PayPay or Suica. After purchasing a ticket from the machine and sitting down, a staff member brings water and takes the ticket. There is no receipt-like item, as the system is different from ordering directly at the kitchen. The interior has table and tatami seating, with the tatami seats being sunken kotatsu style. There are about 45 seats in total. Near the entrance, there are real tatami seats, which were filled with moms with small children on this day. The sound of children's videos playing from smartphones and the children's screams create a chaotic atmosphere inside the restaurant. If you want to enjoy a quiet meal, it's better to choose a different restaurant. On the other hand, moms with children can enjoy their meal without worry, so it's recommended for them. *Refreshing Ponzu steamed pork set meal 738 yen (tax included 800 yen) You can choose between sixteen-grain rice or white rice. The tray served in about 10 minutes includes sixteen-grain rice, miso soup, Kyu-chan pickles, steamed pork, and Ponzu. The miso soup is similar to Matsuya's, but is it inferior to the Gyudon (beef bowl) for 380 yen? The meat was surprising. Thinly sliced meat like shabu-shabu was lightly placed on top of bean sprouts, mostly bean sprouts. This is a deadly final weapon that maximizes profits. It may have a maximum effect on the first try, but customers will not become repeat customers, so it can be considered a literal final weapon. A nursery school-aged girl and her father sitting in the tatami seats across from me. This girl was quiet and very well-behaved. Seriously well-behaved. When the two got up to leave, a staff member told them to return the dishes to the return window. It seems to be the rule of the restaurant for customers to return the dishes themselves, but is that where attention should be focused?

I used the free coupon for one piece of fried chicken that I received last time. I had it with a vegetable stir-fry set meal. It was a bit salty, but juicy! Upon closer inspection, it was named "Delicious Salted Fried Chicken". It had a firm and juicy texture, rich seasoning, and thin skin. It's of quite a high standard! Maybe it would go better with beer or a highball rather than rice as a side dish? Many people come to buy just the fried chicken for takeout, showing how popular it is. Next time, I'll try it with 10-yen mayonnaise.

[3.5 rating] A shop located to the right before the first traffic light after crossing Route 4 from the west exit of Kitasenju Station. I visited around lunchtime on a weekday. About 80% of the seats were taken, with a slight majority of female customers in groups. The interior had more 2-seater tables than 4-seater tables, and there were also sunken kotatsu-style seats for 4 people. I ordered the "Jan Jan Set Meal" for 700 yen (tax included). You buy your meal ticket from a machine before entering. The positive aspect was that the Jan Jan set meal had a flavor reminiscent of yakiniku sauce. It was very satisfying and the portion of rice felt larger than usual. It would be good for students or those with a big appetite. The only downside I felt was that it was a bit too salty overall. Thank you for the meal.

On a regular night around 7:00 pm. You can get in right away. Purchase a meal ticket at the ticket machine. The Double Jangjang Yaki set meal for ¥900 is recommended. It takes about 15 minutes for each dish to be carefully handmade after the order is received. The explanation may seem polite at first, but then you might think, "Isn't this the same everywhere? 15 minutes?" The food is indeed served in about 15 minutes. You can choose between white rice or sixteen-grain rice. "Jangjang Yaki" is a dish of stir-fried pork belly and onions in a sweet and savory sauce that goes well with rice. It's worth the 15-minute wait.

I visited during lunchtime on a regular day. 90% of the customers were men, including office workers, construction workers, and students. I ordered the popular menu item, the fried chicken set meal, which cost 680 yen and was purchased using a food ticket system. You could hear the sizzling sound of frying coming from the kitchen, which whetted my appetite. The set meal came with four freshly fried pieces of chicken. There was also a menu option for 780 yen which included five pieces of chicken. A unique touch was the salt provided as a condiment, similar to tempura. It enhanced the flavor of the fried food. You could choose between white rice or sixteen-grain rice. Eating the sixteen-grain rice made me feel healthy and it was delicious. The four pieces of fried chicken were quite filling. Although the atmosphere was more geared towards men, the restaurant was also child-friendly with kids' chairs and plastic utensils provided. The bright and clean interior added to the pleasant dining experience. Many people were ordering the "janjan set meal." It's a bit of a walk from the station, but I would definitely go back when I want to eat until I'm full.

【Today's Dinner】 Cold tofu 180 yen Onion slices 280 yen Limited: Colorful vegetables and fried chicken 480 yen Hoppy set 480 yen Hoppy (medium) 200 yen Mayonnaise 10 yen The limited item featured cabbage as the main ingredient, along with the restaurant's popular fried chicken, fried eggplant, and pumpkin. The fried chicken had a nice thin skin and was delicious. It came with ponzu sauce, but I enjoyed it more with plenty of mayonnaise. I was very satisfied with the generous amount of mayonnaise for just 10 yen! Additionally, I received a free ticket for one piece of fried chicken, so I will definitely be back again. Thank you!

It's quite far from Kita-Senju Station. It was around 11 o'clock and I was feeling a bit hungry. It was nice that they were opening at 10:30. Among the hearty menu options, I decided to order the colorful vegetable and fried chicken mixed rice bowl for 780 yen. There were four pieces of fried chicken on top of a generous amount of shredded cabbage. It also came with simmered pumpkin and eggplant. Visually, it might have been more impressive with a little more fried chicken. In terms of the menu, it's healthy. You can choose between white rice and sixteen-grain rice, and I chose the sixteen-grain rice. I think it's a good menu for those looking for something healthy.

I found out that a new set meal restaurant opened in Kita-Senju, so I crossed the signal on Route 4 and went to check it out. When I entered the restaurant, I saw a ticket vending machine right away! It's not a chain restaurant, so I was surprised to see a ticket vending machine. It may seem a little impersonal, but it's actually more hygienic since the staff doesn't directly handle money. I tried various dishes, some were delicious and some were not so great. The ones I really liked were the menchi katsu and the fried horse mackerel. I didn't try them, but I want to try the fried chicken, jangjung, or ginger pork next time. They also have curry in a bowl and hoppy beer. It's not exceptional, but I would like to go back again!

A little past the west exit of Kita-Senju Station, across from line 4, you'll find a charming diner called "Katameshiya" serving traditional downtown cuisine. The owner, who trained at a Western-style restaurant for 7 years, opened this cozy eatery. The clean interior is bustling with customers during lunchtime. First, you purchase a meal ticket from the vending machine with a variety of menu options to choose from. I went for the "Jankan" set meal, which includes both Jankan-yaki and freshly fried Karaage. During lunchtime, you can get a free extra serving of rice. Soon, the meal arrived with Jankan-yaki, two pieces of Karaage, and a choice of multigrain rice. The Jankan-yaki, made with stir-fried pork belly and onions in a sweet and savory sauce, paired well with the rice. The crispy Karaage was juicy and delicious. This place offers a good value for money and I'm already looking forward to trying other items on the menu. Will definitely be back again!