鮮魚店が母体の居酒屋は肴が旨い！ : Shitateya

It has become customary to visit the shrine on the first day of the new year. This year, we decided to avoid New Year's Day and visit on the second day. We took a bus from Kanazawa-Hakkei Station to Kamakura. On the first three days of the New Year, the route was changed so that we didn't go all the way to the third torii gate. We got off in front of the university and walked along the Yabusame-do road, where there were many stalls. The temple grounds, which had regained their lively atmosphere, were lively. The gravel approach to the main hall was filled to the fullest with worshippers. This was overwhelming (´ε｀；) Then, we were lucky that worshippers who were going to go up to the main hall could enter from the side passage♪ After completing the procedures, we went up the stone steps in front of the main hall. While general worshippers were held up by a rope regulation, my wife and I climbed up together. It would be embarrassing if we fell. We were prayed for safety for the year and bought a charm. There were people selling them who I had seen before (* ´艸｀) After purchasing various charms, we headed to Komachi-dori to purify ourselves, but were surprised by the number of people there. However, I couldn't find a place to have a drink and eat here. It was the second day of the New Year. There were no Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) open. I was sure there was an Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) in the Tokyu Building in front of the station, so I headed there, and luckily I was able to go in without any problems. My first meal out of the year was Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) run by a fishmonger. [b:Tailor Kamakura Branch]. It is Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) run by a fishmonger called Uoki, whose headquarters are in Shonandai. I've seen them selling fresh fish and Sushi in the basement of Yokohama Sogo. I visited at 1:30 p.m. I thought it would be crowded with customers after visiting the shrine, but there were still seats available, so it was good that it wasn't crowded. I was guided to a table seat for four and took a break first. It's tiring to walk through a crowd. I checked the menu while drinking hot tea. My wife said she wasn't going to drink because she was going to pick up our son in the evening. So I decided to enjoy some alcohol and snacks for the first time this year. [b:One glass of Kirin Ichiban Shibori draft beer, medium mug, 528 yen (tax included)]. A favorite brand is auspicious for the New Year. The ratio of the bubbles and the fine texture are quite delicious. My wife, who doesn't drink, ordered rice right away. She chose a meal with many items that could be used as snacks. [b: "Uoki Tailor's Meal" 2,200 yen (tax included)] [b: one portion]. It comes with three kinds of sashimi, shrimp and vegetable tempura, beef Yakiniku (Grilled meat), salad, chawanmushi, three Small dish, miso soup, and pickles. The two-tiered bento box is quite luxurious when arranged in parallel after it is brought to you. The sashimi is delicious as expected and the meat is tender. By the way, you can choose whether to have meat or fish for the grilled dish. This time, I ordered meat because I was ordering fish as a single item. [b: "Conger eel 1 piece" 638 yen (tax included)] [b: one plate]. Lemon served with the white-grilled conger eel. It is salted, but it's a little small. It's slightly warm, probably because it was lightly seared after reheating. Small but delicious. [b: "Striped Atka mackerel" 1,078 yen (tax included)] [b: one fish]. There was a half size, but we had this size for two people. The meat is thick and easy to separate, making it a great companion for sake. [b: "Crab miso" 638 yen (tax included)] [b: one plate]. A nice dish of crab legs topped with crab miso. Adding miso to the crab meat doubles the flavor. It's also delicious when served on the accompanying cucumber slices. A great value dish that is typical of a fishmonger. [b: "Iced coffee" 220 yen (tax included)] [b: one cup]. I was very lucky to get a drink at a discount when I ordered a set meal. [b: "Seared and marinated mackerel" 858 yen (tax included)] [b: one plate]. The skin is beautifully decorated with a faint char from the sear. The vinegar is well seasoned and refreshing. However, the recent marinated mackerel has a lot of fat. Am I the only one who thinks it looks a little unnatural? [b: Ginbo Tensho 759 yen (tax included)] [b: one cup]. Local product, pure rice sake from Kumazawa Sake Brewery in Chigasaki, Kanagawa. The sake cup is elaborate, and when poured, it flows into the cup below. It's nice to have a cup like this that allows you to enjoy it with your eyes before tasting it. Of course, the sake is delicious. [b: Potato fries 438 yen (tax included)] [b: one plate]. This! The way the menu is written is not good. What came out was the standard fast food fries. The impression that potato fries were written on it was the standard Side Dishes of a butcher covered in breadcrumbs. I ate and bought the latter. Naturally, it was a disappointing item. Because it's called horse mackerel fry (# ﾟДﾟ) [b: Plump large shrimp two kinds of fries 980 yen (tax included)] [b: one plate]. Two types of fried shrimps, coated with bread crumbs and vermicelli. The tartar sauce that came with it was also delicious. A satisfying fried shrimp that made me feel like I had eaten shrimp. Fried shrimp should be covered in batter (´ー｀*) Mmhmm [b:One glass of "Made-to-order" 550 yen (tax included)]. I ordered a barley shochu on the rocks. A cold glass in a warm restaurant is exceptional. [b:One bowl of "Nigirimeshi (salmon)" 308 yen (tax included)]. There were also plum and mentaiko, but I had both at home. A generous amount of shredded salmon, softly smashed rice and seaweed. A simple yet comforting Japanese taste. The table arrangement is typical of Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) chains, but the seats we were shown were large enough for a party of about 10 people, with partitions. Each table was properly equipped with acrylic panels to ensure there was enough space between the seats. Of course, we were relieved to see that they took our temperature and disinfected us when we entered the restaurant. The staff member who was in charge of our table this time was a new staff member. You could really see how hard they worked. As expected of Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) run by a fishmonger, all the fish dishes are delicious. You can taste local ingredients and local Kamakura delicacies, so even tourists can easily enjoy the taste of Kamakura. The selection of alcohol could do with a little, but it is a rare place in front of Kamakura Station, where there are few big Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) in front of the station. Perhaps it is not well known because you have to take the elevator up to the third floor. I was completely drunk and full, so I paid and was about to head to the station when my wife returned to the restaurant. When we got on the elevator, which was about to close, there were two young ladies. When we got to the third floor, I thought we got off together, but they were both staff members. When I told them that there was an item on the receipt that I didn't order, they immediately took care of it. They were two very nice ladies. It's proof that the restaurant has good training. By the way, the item was an appetizer. I heard it was something like kamaboko and it was 300 yen, but it seems that it was added on without being served at all. I thought it would be nice to stop by again because there are several stores in the prefecture with good service and delicious sake snacks. Now, let's go back home via Zushi.