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About this place
When you want an evening spent grazing on a variety of dishes over drinks, chidoriya in Okudo, Katsushika Ward, is a comfortable spot to settle into. Once seated, a great starting point is the build-your-own appetizer platter, available in sets of 2 or 3 small portions. The options include light, drink-friendly bites such as house pickles, tomato bruschetta, and crisp toasts.
For the centerpiece, consider one of the house signatures: deep-fried domestic half-chicken. Thoroughly fried to a satisfying finish, it pairs well with draft beer or highballs, as well as a refreshing lemon sour. The broader menu moves freely between Japanese and Western creative fare, featuring spicy tomato-braised tripe, pork stomach sashimi (gatsu-sashi), and shrimp ajillo, allowing you to tailor your order to the evening's mood.
To round out the meal, the kitchen offers whimsical daily pasta dishes tailored around your choice of ingredients and seasoning, along with a house-style mini European curry rice and fried rice. The beverage selection extends from cocktails built on gin, vodka, or wine bases to soft drinks, making it easy to linger at an unhurried pace.
Given the cozy, subdued dining room and the limited number of seats, securing a reservation before visiting is advisable.
