What makes a great neighborhood izakaya? Sake, of course, and plenty of it.
A good kitchen is also crucial, providing not just snacks but proper dishes to fuel customers through an entire evening. At the best places, the two go hand in hand: The better the sake selection, the more likely you’ll find food of equivalent quality.
Other elements are every bit as important: the atmosphere and setting, the welcome and service, the feeling you can relax at ease. And bonus points for a great backstory — though few are half as good as Tanikoretani’s.
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