KUROKI IZAKAYA 黑木居酒屋

Karaage

Japanese fried chicken done right — juicy thigh meat with a shatteringly crispy crust, served with kewpie mayo and lemon

Edamame

Classic lightly salted steamed edamame — the reliable table starter at any solid izakaya

Gyoza

Pan-fried dumplings with a crispy bottom crust and tender filling — a dependable order at this style of kitchen

Grilled Skewers (Yakitori)

Charcoal-grilled chicken skewers glazed with tare or salted — the anchor of any izakaya menu and worth anchoring your order around

Sashimi

Fresh-cut raw fish platter — a useful test of kitchen quality and a lighter counterpoint to the fried plates

Ramen

A warming bowl likely offered as a late-night closer — broth-based and filling, typical izakaya comfort food