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About this place
An inviting stop as evening settles in, Kaburaya Gotanda is an unfussy neighborhood izakaya where you can drop in for steaming black oden and fragrant skewers. The signature kuro-oden comes steeped in a deeply colored broth, infusing daikon radish, kuro-hanpen fish cakes, boiled eggs, and beef tendon with rich, comforting flavor. Ordering an assortment is a convenient choice when you are undecided, offering an ideal hot plate to enjoy alongside your first drink.
The grilled skewers are another major draw, with cuts like pork cheek (kashira), heart, liver, and skirt steak starting from just 80 yen each. Seasoned with savory tare sauce or salt, a small plate of these freshly grilled skewers makes a natural partner for a chilled draft beer or a Hanamaru lemon sour. Fried sides are just as accessible, featuring items like deep-fried kuro-hanpen, skewered kushi-katsu, and fried horse mackerel (aji fry) that you can easily order on a whim.
The relaxed setting works equally well whether you are popping in solo for a quick drink or chatting with coworkers over a table of shared bites. Because the tavern accepts cash only, it helps to confirm your wallet is stocked before parting the entryway curtain.
