01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tucked into a side street in Kotobuki, Taito Ward, izakaya Yorokonde makes an unpretentious spot to unwind with sashimi and easy drinking fare. The lean maguro red meat is noted for its tender, pleasantly springy texture, and medium-fatty chutoro is also on the sashimi board. Pairing simple plates like a fluffy nira-tama (chive omelette) or chilled spinach ohitashi with a cold draft beer sets the tone for an honest, comfortable evening.
The fried options are broad and classic, ranging from seasoned chicken karaage and deep-fried horse mackerel to fried white fish, ham cutlets, menchi-katsu, and croquettes. Diners can also select aromatic nori-wrapped mountain yam, crisp oysters, or an order of 3 fried prawns to suit whatever they are sipping.
With both tables and counter seats, the dining room suits solo visits after work as easily as relaxed gatherings with companions. Operating on weekday evenings from Monday through Friday, the cash-only shop also takes reservations, offering a dependable base for a lingering evening drink.
