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Shonai Zakko

4.4 (235 reviews)
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#1

庄内おばこサワラ (Shonai Obako Sawara)

Highly praised for its exquisite preparation with slight charring on the skin, thick and tender flesh, and rich flavor. It is a local branded Spanish mackerel that stands out in the course menu.

#2

芋煮 (Imoni)

A local specialty stew with a miso base, featuring ingredients like taro, pork, tofu, and vegetables. The dish is noted for its deep, rich flavor that pairs excellently with sake and is considered a highlight by several reviewers.

#3

お刺身盛り合わせ (Sashimi assortment)

Fresh and high-quality sashimi including flounder, sweet shrimp, amberjack, and sea bream. The freshness and flavor were repeatedly praised, with the seafood being sourced locally and served with wasabi.

#4

庄内浜のハタハタ湯揚げ (Shonai Hatahata boiled fish)

Known for its tender white flesh and rich, slightly sticky eggs, this dish is delicately flavored with kelp broth and appreciated for its high quality and taste.

#5

ズワイガニのカニ味噌和え (Snow crab with crab miso)

A luxurious dish combining snow crab and rich crab miso with an added touch of caviar-like garnish, described as exceptionally delicious and refined.

#6

天ぷら (Tempura)

Seasonal vegetable tempura praised for its crispiness and including unique items like maitake mushrooms stuffed with tender fish meat, complemented with sweet potato and green beans.

#7

前菜盛り合わせ (Appetizer assortment)

Includes fresh local whitebait with egg yolk and seaweed, thick and rich Hokkaido oysters with vegetables, and tender sweet fig simmered with sesame. These were recognized for freshness, variety, and balanced flavors.

#8

ざっこ御膳 (Zakko Gozen set meal)

A visually appealing two-tiered set featuring sashimi and carefully prepared dishes, including chawanmushi and dessert, offering great value and a comprehensive taste of the restaurant's cuisine.

#9

寒ダラ汁 (Winter cod soup)

Mentioned as a delightful dish featuring cod, appreciated for its warming and flavorful qualities typical of the region.

#10

がさえびの唐揚げ (Deep fried Gasa shrimp)

Described as an exquisite and exceptional dish, the deep-fried local shrimp is considered a must-try specialty.

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