Today, I came here. The shop is located in the B1F dining area "Ibaraki Shop Town," which is just a short walk from JR Ibaraki Station. Going down the stairs, the floor itself is surprisingly bright and clean, but like many places, it seems like a shutter street with few open shops and no people. In the midst of this, I found a shop with a lot of energy, boldly displaying its sign. Inside, there is a TV, a kitchen in the back, four high counter seats, and three tables for 2-4 people in the front. The menu mainly consists of curry for lunch, and a la carte dishes with alcohol for dinner. I ordered the popular "Katsu Curry," where you can't choose the spiciness level or rice portion. First, a mini salad and pickles were served. A few minutes later, the curry arrived. The glossy curry sauce had beef, onions, and other ingredients all melted in, with a fruity and rich flavor. The crispy katsu on top was freshly fried and juicy. I finished it soon, and the rice alone must have been around 350-400g. I would have been happy if there were some spicy seasoning on the table. At the time of payment, I received a discount coupon for my next visit. The cheerful service was great. Thank you for the meal. Personal note: Wheelchair accessibility - if there is an elevator, yes. Not confirmed if there are separate toilets for men and women on the B1F floor, and parking availability is also not confirmed.

There is a restaurant district in the basement of a building in front of JR Ibaraki Station. I look for a place to have lunch here, but many shops have their shutters closed, giving it a somewhat lonely atmosphere, probably due to the pandemic. Among them, I found "Chobei" to be promising. I walk under the curtain. I order the "tonkatsu set meal" from the many menu options. It's a luxurious version with tonkatsu and shrimp fry. The rice is delicious. White rice goes well with fried foods like tonkatsu and shrimp fry. There is also pasta and vegetable salad on the side, and it's quite filling. A restaurant with delicious lunch is probably good for drinking at night too. I hope the pandemic settles down soon so I can go for a drink leisurely.

I went to "Jibe" on the basement floor of Ibuki Shop Town for lunch on a weekday. The interior of the restaurant is small, with only two tables and a counter, but it has a lively atmosphere thanks to the cheerful manager and his wife. I ordered the popular dish, Katsu Curry. The Katsu Curry lunch costs 800 yen. The curry was not very spicy, more on the sweet side. If you are looking for spiciness, you may want to avoid this dish. However, the taste was decent. The only downside was that the breading on the Katsu was not crispy enough and lacked flavor. Considering this is the most popular dish, I was a bit disappointed. The portion size was reasonable and left me feeling satisfied.

I came to visit Mr. Jubei at the Ibaraki Station Building in the basement of JR Tsukimi Station for delicious sake, delicious food, and a wonderful couple! Delicious as always ♡ The roast beef is truly delicious without fail! The ajillo is also perfect! I will definitely go again♪ Thank you always!

I came to Osamu-ya for the first time in a long time! I ordered roast beef (600 yen) and oyster ajillo (400 yen) that go well with beer! They are definitely delicious! The owner and his wife are still wonderful as always! I'm sorry I couldn't come often since I was transferred to Takatsuki.

Despite being a long-established restaurant, they are always challenging the flavors. The head chef of Lagerman carefully selects the ingredients. This time, I had the roast beef bowl, but their set meals like shrimp fry and hamburger are also delicious! There are not many restaurants near Ibaraki Station, but they are all delicious!

Lunch at restaurant A - I ordered the A lunch set which came with simmered hamburger, chicken cutlet, and shrimp fry. The portion was huge. They offer unlimited rice and miso soup refills. It's a cozy and delicious restaurant, maybe run by a couple. Great place!

Pork cutlet curry

There is a quiet drinking alley in the basement of a building in front of JR Ibaraki Station, and this is a restaurant located there. Although the name is Japanese, the main cuisine is Western-style. The numerous food photos displayed outside the store seem to reflect their confidence. They all look delicious... Inside the restaurant, there are a few counter seats and table seats. Luckily, there was only one table occupied by a customer on this weekday visit, so it was empty. The place is run by what seems to be the owner, a large chef-like figure, and a lady who appears to be his wife. This staffing is just right for a restaurant of this caliber. Starting with drinks, they have a wide variety of options, making it hard to decide. I ended up choosing a bottled beer, specifically "Heartland," which was satisfying. As for the food, they have a rich selection of hearty dishes. Hamburgers, tonkatsu, and fried horse mackerel are standard, while they also offer dishes like ajillo, cheese dishes, and roast beef, with a range of quality. And they all look delicious... The dishes that came out were all tasty, as shown in the photos. They were truly delicious. I went with a friend, and each dish had its own well-defined sauce that brought out the overall deliciousness of the food. It was amazing. The owner seems to be sociable and friendly, striking up conversations with us even though we were strangers, making the drinking experience enjoyable. His wife also joined in, and we had a lively conversation about the northern Osaka area, creating a great atmosphere. The food was so delicious that we ended up getting full. Western food still excites me even as an adult, and it was a new discovery to find such high-quality dishes. Thank you for the delicious meal. It was truly tasty. I wanted to try the curry, but I was too full to do so. It will be something to look forward to next time.

JR Tsukimibashi Station West Exit, Izumiya Shoptown B1. A Shoptown that is both near and far. It's a bit intimidating to enter. It seems suspicious. But once you step inside, there are various intriguing shops. Some new shops are popping up here and there. Among them, I found the one I've been curious about. There is a menu with photos at the storefront, making it a bit easier to enter. I boldly entered the shop. Don't hesitate. Confidence is key in a new place. The shop mainly has counter seats, but there are also table seats. There are only two people in the shop, the master and a woman (his wife perhaps?). The first thing that catches your eye is the large monitor showing a baseball game. And it's not a Hanshin Tigers vs. Yomiuri Giants game, just a regular Giants game. Yes, the master is a die-hard Giants fan. I ordered a draft beer and looked at the menu. The food menu seemed rich in flavor, perfect for pairing with alcohol. I decided to try the roast beef. Before coming here, I was watching a feel-good TV show featuring a Hanshin Tigers game. Quite a contrast. The master checks the screen after every play, while smoothly handling his work. The roast beef was tender with no tough parts. It was lean but quite good. It had a peppery sauce and mustard for a sharp taste. I enjoyed it with a good rotation of beer. I added a bottle of foreign beer, a Pale Ale from England, which is currently popular. Apparently, they don't give you a glass unless you specifically ask for one. You drink directly from the bottle. It was also delicious. I had a light meal and drinks and then left for the day.

Located in the basement of the Izumiya building at the west exit of JR Tsuki Station. I visited during lunchtime on a weekday. The lunch menu mainly consists of curry, but it seems to function as a bar in the evening. I had the pork cutlet curry, which was delicious. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. For more details, please check out the blog post linked below. Health Mania's Endeavor: http://kenkohmania18.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-366.html

Located in front of JR Ibaraki Station, on the basement floor of Shop Town Ibaraki, is Mr. Jubei's restaurant. They offer a variety of dishes for lunch, including Western-style dishes and curry, and in the evening, you can enjoy it as an izakaya. The lunch curry is simple in flavor with a nice balance of sweetness from fruits and vegetables, and the fried dishes are also quite good. - A Lunch (Simmered hamburger, shrimp fry, chicken cutlet with tartar sauce) 800 yen - B Lunch (Pork fillet cutlet, shrimp fry, chicken cutlet with tartar sauce) 800 yen - Roast beef bowl 800 yen - Curry rice 700 yen - Omelette curry 800 yen Visited in May 2015: On this day, I stopped by for lunch at Ibaraki Station during my travels. A colleague who loves curry had their eyes set on this place in Shop Town Ibaraki's basement. The retro atmosphere of this old-fashioned station facility is quite charming. The dining establishments inside the facility were surprisingly still in business. Upon entering, we were greeted by a lively atmosphere, with what seemed like regular customers enjoying their lunch. The restaurant is not very spacious, and our group had to wait for a table. I ordered the pork cutlet curry. I've given up on ordering extra-large portions. The dish arrived in about 5 minutes. The curry had a sweet flavor, similar to Hayashi rice, with finely chopped vegetables and minced meat, giving it a layered texture. The pork cutlet was large and hearty, making it worth the 800 yen. It was delicious. The curry had a mild spice after the initial sweetness. The pork cutlet was juicy and crispy without any greasy smell. Overall, it was a satisfying meal. I would like to try the Western-style dishes or the roast beef bowl next time. Thank you for the meal.

I love curry more than anything♪ I have curry on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays♪ I have curry on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays♪ Take me out for curry♪ I don't really understand the meaning of the lyrics in this commercial, but I can relate to the feeling... Now I'm hungry, let's go for lunch nearby. So, I went to Curry.Pub&Bar治兵衛 in the basement of JR Ibaraki Station Building. Fast!! Delicious!! There was a sign that said Beef Curry, so I ordered that. Then, the Spicy Salad appeared. Fast! Next, the curry arrived! The curry was indeed fast and had a typical curry atmosphere. It was delicious with its richness and flavor! I devoured it all! The spiciness was mild, and it felt like a high-quality homemade curry. The combination of Fukujinzuke and Rakkyo with this curry is the best! Definitely a great combination! The nighttime drink menu also had some great deals, so I would like to try drinking there as well! Thank you for the meal!