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About this place
Lifting a piece of karaage here, you immediately feel its substantial heft—a hallmark specialty at DAI DAI in Adachi Ward's Minamihanahata. The chicken is fried with crisp, aromatic skin and tender meat, steeped in a deep marinade that delivers a robust punch, perfectly matched with hot steamed rice. Flavor choices extend far beyond classic soy sauce, ranging from clean salt seasoning and a house secret sauce to tartar-drenched chicken nanban, spicy yangnyeom, and scallion salt. Whether enjoyed as a hearty set meal at lunchtime or ordered à la carte alongside a cold beer or a crisp lemon sour at night, the fried chicken offers satisfying versatility.
Beyond poultry, the kitchen prepares an ample selection of filling set meals and rice dishes. Options like the beef tendon curry with its clean, lingering spice, ginger pork, tonkatsu sets, and creamy curry udon accompanied by a small bowl of rice make reliable choices for both lunch breaks and dinner. For late-evening diners, the chef's choice evening set changes regularly, offering a complete, well-rounded meal even when dropping in solo.
As an izakaya, the tavern features an extensive spread of drinks snacks, spanning casual small plates and daily blackboard specials. Lighter bites include smoked radish pickles (iburigakko) paired with mascarpone, house potato salad, and deep-fried nagaimo yam or burdock root, while heartier cooked plates feature garlic shrimp and grilled beef skirt steak. Accompanied by local sake, cocktails, and all-you-can-drink plans, the space works effortlessly for group get-togethers or a relaxed drink at the counter.
