Kushikatsu Specialty Restaurant Matsuba Sohonten

Located on the first floor of SHINUMEDASYOKUDOUGAI, a bustling area with around 100 dining establishments in central Umeda, Matsuba Sohonten is a beloved kushikatsu (skewered and fried food) restaurant with a history spanning approximately 70 years. Its convenient location makes it easily accessible from JR Osaka Station and various Umeda railway stations, drawing both locals and tourists.

The restaurant features a stand-and-eat style with counters set up along the kitchen and walls. Offering over 15 varieties of kushikatsu, including classics like beef, sausage, shrimp, whiting, and onion, each skewer is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. While you can order directly from the menu, popular items are continuously fried and placed on trays at the counter, allowing you to pick whatever you like. Most skewers are priced in the 100-yen range, with even the priciest options under 300 yen, making it easy to enjoy without worrying about your budget.

Condiments include sauce in trays, salt, soy sauce, and mustard soy sauce. Remember, double-dipping in the sauce tray is prohibited. If you need more sauce, use the free cabbage provided at the counter to scoop more onto your plate.