As a huge fan of skewered food, I couldn't wait to try it out. I made my way there for late dinner during their soft opening.
Tako Wasabi (marinated octopus with wasabi) - $5.00
I can't resist getting this every time I'm at a Japanese izakaya... Love the tender pieces of raw octopus and the kick from the wasabi!
Tako Ajillo (octopus in sizzling garlic olive oil) - $7.00
This dish is served with toasted slices of baguette bread. I really liked this as it was rich and the octopus was soft and tender. My boyfriend, however thought it was way too oily.
Dekitate Tofu (tofu prepared at your table) $7.00
This is very very soft tofu, served with pepper, salt and sauces right on your table. Give it about 10 minutes to cook, then scoop it up in your individual bowls and enjoy with some seasoning. It's a nice break from the meat skewers that is salted & sauced.
Kitsune Udon (deep fried tofu & udon noodle in dashi broth) $7.00
We both really enjoyed this udon dish. Unlike typical udon dishes, the perfectly cooked noodles are INSIDE 3 dee- fried tofu pockets (aka yubu). Such a creative idea and really delicious as well. I highly recommend this!
The food was great - not too salty or overly seasoned and priced well. There's nothing worse than overpriced skewered meat... lol. And as with all of KINKA family restaurants in the city, the staff is super helpful and attentive. Go check it out!