Sakanaka

The mackerel rare katsu set meal is a lunchtime standout at Sakanaka. Diners describe a crisp coating around tender, moist fish. One visitor enjoyed it with lemon and condiments; another mentioned a house-made ponzu sauce with grated daikon, shiso leaves and shibazuke pickles. The set comes with rice, miso soup and a small side dish, making it a satisfying meal with the fried mackerel at its centre.

If you are deciding between fish and meat, the roast beef bowl set meal is another option. One visitor ordered extra meat and enjoyed a generous serving of roast beef with rice, a small side dish and miso soup. There is also a reported order that paired the bowl with a small seafood dish. Alongside fish-focused set meals, the menu offers a way to enjoy meat and seafood together.

Located on Abenosuji in Abeno Ward, Sakanaka is also an option for an evening meal. Visitors have reported enjoying sake with sashimi, eel and pike conger hot pot. Whether you visit at lunchtime for the mackerel rare katsu or add a seafood side to a bowl, the fish-centred choices let you decide according to your appetite and mood.