I think families with pets sometimes wish they could take their pets along when dining out.
While there are cafes and terraces that allow dogs, you might not have heard of izakayas that do. There is a restaurant in Mizushima, Kurashiki City that is dog-friendly for both lunch and izakaya hours. Of course, it's fine if you don't have a dog.
Let me introduce the homey restaurant "Kitchen Ashiato," run by a dog lover.
About Kitchen Ashiato
Kitchen Ashiato is a dog-friendly restaurant located in Mizushima, Kurashiki City. It operates as a lunch spot during the day and an izakaya serving set meals at night.
Of course, dogs are welcome both day and night.
If you're lucky, you might even meet the owner's beloved dog (it's not a dog café, so the dog may not always be there).
They serve comforting home-cooked meals, and it seems they have many regular customers from afar.
Kitchen Ashiato's Menu
During lunch hours, a daily lunch special is offered.
Let me introduce the menu from one particular day.
Daily Lunch Menu
The main dish comes with rice, miso soup, a small side dish, salad, pickles, yogurt, and a drink.
On this day, the main dish was Yurinchi (fried chicken with a sweet soy sauce glaze).
There are many dishes, and it's a set meal with a home-cooked flavor. Everything is delicious and reminds me of my family's cooking.
For drinks, you can choose from soft drinks like coffee and tea.
I chose iced coffee.
It's quite a good deal for a lunch set.
Evening Izakaya Menu
You can order a variety of dishes, including appetizers and side dishes.
Let me introduce three recommended dishes from the owner.
Nikujaga (Meat and Potato Stew)
This dish truly embodies home cooking and is highly rated by customers.
The ingredients are cut small, but it's served in a generous portion, with a gentle flavor.
I think it's rare to find an izakaya that serves Nikujaga, so I highly recommend ordering it.
Buta no Kakuni (Braised Pork Belly)
This dish is made with care and takes time to prepare, and the meat is so tender that it can be easily cut with chopsticks.
The seasoning is neither too strong nor too sweet, but it is well-infused with flavor, making it a great accompaniment to rice and drinks.
It also comes with a boiled egg, making it a visually and tastefully satisfying dish.
Sasami Shiso Cheese Fry (Chicken Breast with Shiso and Cheese)
This dish, topped with plenty of the owner's homemade tartar sauce, is perfect for eating alone or sharing, and is very filling.
The chicken breast is thick yet tender, making it easy to eat.
When freshly fried, the cheese inside is hot and melts out, making it a great dish to enjoy with drinks.
Evening Set Meal
In the evening, you can switch from a la carte dishes to set meals.
By choosing one main dish from the menu, you can enjoy an evening set meal that includes rice, miso soup, a small side dish, salad, and pickles.
I chose the owner's recommended Simmered Hamburger Steak as my main dish.
The meat is tender, and combined with the sweet sauce, it's delicious.
This dish is also popular among customers.
Although they operate as an "izakaya" at night, they are very welcoming to orders for non-alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.
Dog Menu
There are several types of snacks available for dogs, so you can enjoy a meal with your beloved pet.
Kitchen Ashiato is a casual restaurant where you can dine with your dog indoors, and all dishes are homemade by the owner.
I spoke with the owner, Miyake Mari.
Kitchen Ashiato's Data
| Name | Kitchen Ashiato |
|---|---|
| Address | 4-7 Higashitokiwa-cho, Mizushima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Contact | 090-1355-4391 |
| Parking | Available Located behind the restaurant |
| Business Hours | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Regular Holidays | Monday, Tuesday Open on holidays |
| Payment Methods |
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| Reservations | Accepted |
| Smoking | Non-smoking (smoking allowed in designated areas) ※ Only electronic cigarettes can be smoked indoors |
| Toilet | Western-style toilet |
| Website | Kitchen Ashiato |
