Chabudai

At Chabudai in Kitasenju, the sashimi bowls stand out. One diner who ordered the three-piece sashimi bowl at lunch reported generous portions of tuna, bonito and sea bass. Another visitor recalled a bowl with three kinds of sashimi featuring particularly rich, fatty yellowtail. The fish selection appears to vary from one visit to another.

Other options mentioned include a seafood bowl, a fatty salmon bowl, an assortment of seared fish, a house special minced tuna bowl and a tuna bowl. Visitors reported paying 700 yen for the three-piece sashimi bowl and 700 yen for the seared-fish bowl; one added fish-trimmings soup for 100 yen. These prices reflect individual visits, but pairing a bowl with the soup could suit a lunch for anyone keen to make fish the focus. Some diners recommend the soup at lunchtime, while one reported that the rolled omelette had sold out later in the day, so it may be worth going earlier if there is a particular dish you hope to try.

This izakaya is in Senju 3-chome and has counter seating; it is also described as suitable for dining alone. Small plates and beer are available, making it an option not only for a bowl at lunch but also for a solo drink at the counter in the evening.