This time, we visited “鯖一（SABAichi）今津店” near Imazu Station.
A running friend told us that their specialty, “overnight-dried mackerel”, is incredibly delicious, so this became a “run-and-stroll” outing. After running a 10 km route around the Imazu area, we headed in with our friends to investigate.
“鯖一 今津店” Food
This is the specialty we came for: “Homemade Soy Sauce-Marinated Fatty Mackerel, Overnight-Dried”, 900 yen for one whole piece.
Other sizes are available too: 500 yen for half, and 300 yen for a quarter.
An incredibly thick, luxurious piece of mackerel! It has that freshly grilled, fragrant aroma, and the rich, savory oil seeps out with every bite… it makes the “draft beer” (450 yen) go down fast!
5 Raw Oysters (900 yen)
Of course, they also have plenty of amazing seafood besides mackerel.
These raw oysters were plump and bouncy. When you slurp one down, the umami and a gently briny aroma spread through your mouth♪
Homemade Fluffy Satsuma-age (550 yen)
This satsuma-age was hearty, about the size of a hamburger steak.
It has a soft, delicate texture, and juicy dashi seeps out from inside. A standout dish♪
Kujo Green Onions with Vinegared Miso (400 yen)
The sweet, crisp Kujo green onions pair perfectly with the vinegared miso.
Horse Mackerel Namerou (600 yen)
A chunky style of namerou. The firm texture really brings out the umami of the horse mackerel.
Butterbur Sprout Tempura (600 yen)
To finish, we savored that “grown-up bitterness.” Irresistible.
“鯖一 今津店” Menu
Here is the main menu.
There was also a side menu.
The main drink menu. They also carry Nishinomiya sake such as “日本盛” and “宮水のさと.”
Here is the menu of local sake from around Japan.
Here is the shochu menu.
Here is the fruit liquor and wine menu.
This is the cocktail menu.
“鯖一 今津店” Exterior
Here is the exterior.
We couldn’t really take photos inside because it was almost full, but the front area has counter seating with about 10 seats. The back of the restaurant has table seating, and the space extends quite far in.
“鯖一 今津店” Shop Information
Hours
17:00~23:00(L.O) Open Sundays
Closed
Irregular holidays
*Hours and closing days may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Phone Number
0898-36-6899
Payment Methods
Cards accepted
Related Link
Tabelog
*Prices, menu items, hours, and other details are as of the time of our visit. Please check directly with the restaurant for the latest information.
