Kinka Izakaya

Izakaya, the traditional Japanese tapas concept, explodes with bona-fide flavour at this charming downtown pub. Fans gather for after-work delight in the form of such sweet small dishes as black cod and udon noodles, marinated octopus and deep-fried brie, all of it washed down with deep swallows of sake and Sapporo beer. Guests share bench-style seating and an appreciation for the authenticity of the place. The atmosphere here is loud and lively. When you order a dish, the waiters holler its details to the kitchen staff, who yell back confirmation that they've heard. From time to time, someone will start singing. The zingy energy is marvelous, and the izakaya experience enhanced spectacularly by it.