01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Stepping past the izakaya noren curtain reveals a classic menu bolstered by a blackboard crowded with seasonal and daily specials. Reliable Japanese starters like blanched water dropwort with an aromatic dashi broth, or crisp salted chicken neck skewers that pair effortlessly with draft beer, make ideal openers. The fun of Yachida lies in following those up with chili con carne—a hearty stew of beans and ground meat layered with savory cheese and tomato notes. Spooned onto toasted garlic bread, the mildly spicy, tangy sauce effortlessly crosses traditional tavern boundaries.
The wider menu is delightfully eclectic, spanning fried bites, grilled items, and baked dishes. Crispy fried horse mackerel, fragrant sweet corn tempura, and tender chicken tenders rolled with shiso and spicy pollack roe all show careful craftsmanship. When it comes to something more substantial, choices range from oven dishes like thin-crust pizza, oyster gratin, and lasagna to zesty green chili fried rice and customer-favorite cutlet sandwiches that can also be boxed up for takeout.
Drink options are just as thoughtful, featuring draft beer, shochu, and well-known regional sake such as Shimeharitsuru and Hakkaisan, alongside rotating seasonal sake tasting flights. With counter seating suitable for solo dining as well as walled-off table booths for unhurried meals, Yachida remains open until 24:00, providing an inviting perch for a relaxed nightcap.
