Uranita

A seasonal assortment of small dishes is a good place to start, offering a little of several different preparations. Diners have noted the care taken with each plate, and some have particularly enjoyed the pickles. It can help when you are unsure what to choose, while leaving room to add other dishes that catch your eye.

Among the dishes that have made an impression are fried shrimp coated with sakura shrimp and thick fried tofu. One diner remarked on the contrast between the crisp exterior of the tofu and its soft centre. The “open it up” potato salad has also drawn attention for its presentation. For something more substantial, diners have praised the meaty texture of the duck and recommended the lotus root with sauce.

Other dishes to savour include oden infused with a sweet-leaning broth and shirako ponzu, described by one diner as rich and creamy. A fried dish such as mentaiko cheese spring rolls adds another texture to the table. Diners have also mentioned enjoying the sake, making a selection of small plates with a drink a natural way to spend the evening.

One diner said the salmon ochazuke made a surprising finish to the meal. You can build your dinner around your appetite, adding a rice dish after small plates and fried items, for example.

Uranita, a Japanese restaurant in Nishitanabe, is described as a small venue with counter seating and a raised tatami room. Diners have shared experiences of eating alone, so it may also suit a solo dinner. Reservations are recommended for dinner, and payment is by cash only.