01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tucked into a side street in Shiomi, Yotteke is an easygoing neighborhood izakaya where local regulars sit alongside business travelers and tourists staying at nearby hotels. Cheerful hospitality from the owner and staff greets guests at the door, leading into an extensive menu of snacks, drinks, and hearty rice dishes.
From Seasonal Sashimi to Okinawan Classics
The meal often begins with the daily seafood haul, featuring assorted sashimi platters, hon-maguro (bluefin tuna), or aori-ika (bigfin reef squid). An unexpected highlight of the menu is its selection of Okinawan home cooking, spanning goya champuru (bitter melon stir-fry), somen champuru, and shima-rakkyo (Okinawan island shallots), all suited to wash down with cold beer or highballs. Nostalgic, comforting plates such as chicken-skin gyoza, jumbo shumai dumplings, and pork loin steak round out a lively spread on the table.
Pork Loin Katsu Curry for Day or Night
Beyond standard drinking fare, the house pork loin katsu curry draws diners seeking a hearty meal. Served as a set meal at lunch, it is just as popular as a dinner staple or satisfying late-night finish, delivering crisp panko-breaded cutlets coated in rich, comforting curry sauce. Whether booked for a group gathering or visited solo for a quick drink after work, Yotteke maintains the warm, welcoming spirit of Tokyo's traditional working-class quarters.
