Izakaya Ginji
$$ • Izakaya
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301 E 4th Ave, San Mateo
(650) 348-1110
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It’s always cozy and the food is good.
Everyone is friendly.
Love the grilled chicken being cooked inside! You can watch your chicken being cooked ! just loved it!
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Hours
| Monday | 4 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
IZAKAYA GINJI is a popular spot for authentic Japanese cuisine, offering a wide range of dishes like yakitori grilled over binchotan charcoal. The restaurant is a small, cozy place that feels inviting for both date nights and casual outings with friends. Customers frequently enjoy the flavorful skewers, especially the beef finger and lamb, which are juicy and well seasoned. The skewers are cooked using special wood coal, giving them a distinct and delicious flavor. Many dishes, such as the pork cheeks, crispy karaage chicken, and miso eggplant, are highly recommended and enjoyed for their taste and quality. The menu also includes favorites like ika maruyaki and ankimo, along with fried hotate scallops that are crispy on the outside and chewy inside. The drinks, especially the chuhais, are fruity and easy to enjoy, complementing the tasty food. While service can sometimes be a little slow due to staffing, it does not detract from the overall positive experience. Established for years and family-owned, this gem continues to impress with flavors that stand out among other Izakayas in town. The food quality remains consistently great despite the shift to scan code menus. Customers often praise the tasty skewers like chicken and sausage, and the draft beer is always ice cold. The staff is very kind and attentive, making it easy to order and enjoy a quick, satisfying meal. The menu includes a variety of tasty options such as the carbonara udon and curry fries, which are almost like poutine. Overall, IZAKAYA GINJI is a cozy, inviting place with thoughtful dishes that surprise and delight, exceeding expectations with its layers of flavor and good quality.