Hashi Izakaya

Karaage

Juicy bone-in fried chicken thighs with a shatteringly crisp crust and a squeeze of lemon — the non-negotiable opener at any izakaya visit here

Takoyaki

Octopus balls with a molten interior, finished with bonito flakes, mayo, and okonomiyaki sauce — a reliable crowd-pleaser

Gyoza

Pan-fried dumplings with a crisp bottom crust and juicy pork filling — the style here leans toward the classic Japanese-Chinese hybrid version

Yakitori skewers

Charcoal-grilled chicken skewers in tare and shio variations — order a mix; the thigh cuts consistently outperform the breast

Ramen

The house ramen draws regulars back — broth is richer than most izakaya versions, which typically treat noodles as an afterthought

Edamame

Salted and steamed — unexciting but executed correctly; the lightly charred version (if offered) is worth the upgrade