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About this place
When deciding on a hearty teishoku set meal, choosing between fish and meat can be difficult. The menu at Ootoya makes a compelling case for either, with satisfying centerpieces like fragrant, charcoal-grilled fatty mackerel or ginger-laced pork shoulder loin. For diners craving the comforting warmth of dashi broth, the hot chicken kasan-ni simmered dish is another dependable choice.
The flexibility of each meal adds to the appeal once a main dish is selected. White rice can be swapped for five-grain rice, portion sizes can be adjusted up or down, and diners can round out the tray with sides such as grated yam (tororo), natto, or a hearty barley miso soup packed with ingredients. Layering tororo over rice alongside a broth-rich stewed dish makes it easy to assemble a spread tailored to your appetite.
The branch sits on the 2th floor of a building right outside the south exit of Otsuka Station, fitted with both counter seating and booth-style tables. Orders can be placed from your smartphone via QR code, offering plenty of time to browse sides and customize the meal, whether stopping by solo for lunch or sitting down for dinner.
