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About this place
Savoring charcoal-grilled skewers alongside a slow-simmered stew over a drink captures the true appeal of an izakaya. Located in Nishi-Takenotsuka, Adachi Ward, Kushifuku offers grilled offal (motsuyaki), yakitori, and thoughtful small plates, providing a relaxed haven whether you are dropping by for a single drink after work or settling in for an unhurried dinner.
Signature Seared Liver and Rich Beef Motsu Stew
Among the dishes on offer, the seared liver (reba-teki), cooked to a precise tenderness, stands out on many tables. The beef offal stew (gyu motsu nikomi) is another beloved staple, featuring tender offal without any gaminess. It can also be ordered as a beef offal and tofu stew, combining rich cooking juices with soft tofu, or served over rice as a hearty beef motsu stew bowl. For a refreshing contrast between bites, diners often pair these with tangy gatsu-sashi (pork stomach sashimi) or a humble potato salad.
From Convenient Sets to a Wide Skewer Selection
The skewer menu covers both pork and chicken in depth. Diners unsure where to begin can rely on the 5-piece pork skewer set, which brings together tongue, heart, liver, intestines (shiro), and pork cheek (kashira). Individual selections include springy cheek, skirt meat (harami), and limited cuts like fatty tongue (toro-tan) or prime intestine (teppo). Chicken skewers also hold their own, with herbaceous Awaodori chicken meatballs with shiso, negima, and crispy chicken wings delivering rich, smoky flavors.
Shitamachi Highballs to Regional Sake
The beverage list features classic downtown Tokyo staples such as shitamachi highballs, Hoppy sets, and baisu sour, all well suited to cutting through rich skewered meats. For sake enthusiasts, crisp, dry regional labels from Niigata—like Chojazakari and Homare Kirin—as well as Toyama's Ginban offer clean profiles that complement hot-off-the-grill skewers and pickled sides.
Alongside table seating, counter seats make it easy to dine alone without feeling self-conscious. The shop opens from 17:00 in the evening and runs late into the night. With PayPay accepted and seat reservations available, it serves as a practical, welcoming spot for an impromptu solo nightcap or a relaxed small-group gathering.
