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Hiroshima Kaki Dokoro Taishu Sakaba Baketsu Tatemachi
Japan, 〒730-0032 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Tatemachi, 5−7 Gハウス 2F AB室
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About Hiroshima Kaki Dokoro Taishu Sakaba Baketsu Tatemachi
Hiroshima Kaki Dokoro Taishu Sakaba Baketsu Tatemachi is the kind of place I like to introduce when someone asks where locals actually eat in central Hiroshima. Tucked away on the second floor at Japan, 〒730-0032 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Tatemachi, 5−7 Gハウス 2F AB室, this izakaya-style spot feels casual, lively, and comfortably no-frills from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere leans toward a classic taishu sakaba vibe, so it’s easy to settle in, chat, and snack without any pressure to be fancy. What really stands out is how the food and drinks are designed for sharing, making it perfect for after-work meetups or relaxed nights with friends. You’ll see small plates moving across the bar, glasses clinking during happy hour, and a steady rhythm that carries well into the late evening. The menu pairs especially well with beer, cocktails, and wine, and there’s always something that works whether you’re just grazing or ordering a few dishes to fill the table. I also like that the bar serves food directly, which adds to that interactive izakaya feel and makes solo visits just as comfortable as group outings. Service options are flexible too, with dine-in as the main draw, while takeaway and delivery make it easy to enjoy the flavors at home when the night runs long. Beyond the drinks, the late-night food selection keeps things going without feeling heavy, and the happy-hour offerings encourage a relaxed pace where conversations stretch naturally. Being in Tatemachi, it’s easy to drop in between shopping or bar-hopping, and the crowd often mixes regulars with first-timers who quickly blend into the room. The energy stays friendly and unpretentious, with staff moving smoothly behind the counter and the sound of laughter and plates setting the tone for a night that unfolds at its own pace while flavors and drinks keep circulating around the tables casually.
Where this information comes from
Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.
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Business info
Service options
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Takeaway
Highlights
- All you can drink
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food at bar
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Rakuten Pay
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Opening hours
- Monday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Tuesday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Wednesday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Thursday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Friday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Saturday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM - Sunday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
06:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Location
Japan, 〒730-0032 Hiroshima, Naka Ward, Tatemachi, 5−7 Gハウス 2F AB室
Diner notes
5 out of 5
Fantastic place to get oysters! We ordered a bucket of 6 raw oysters, oysters ajillo (oysters and vegetables cooked in a skillet of garlic oil) and sweet and savory oyster over rice. Every dish was delicious but my favorites were the raw oysters and oyster over rice. Oysters were plump, fresh, delicious and a great deal. Service is also wonderful and the waitress very kind. Would definitely come back!
5 out of 5
Amazing local izakaya that specialises in oysters. Very fresh and a variety of flavours or styles to choose from. Everything is very reasonably priced and staff were very friendly and accommodating. There is a QR code ordering system that can be used with Google Translate if you can't read Japanese. Highly recommended while in Hiroshima. So good that we went two nights in a row! And so good that I came back two years later again to have another sumptuous oyster feast! I strongly recommend getting their grilled oysters with six flavours as that's the highlight every time, and also the fried oysters with their house made tartar sauce!
5 out of 5
What a terrific place! Being from the spacious west of the US, we are so not used to looking up to find restaurants. But we saw a group of business people in suits rushing up the narrow stairway clearly on their way to lunch. We followed, and boy am I glad! We sat at the counter (nice dropped footwell for us Westerners unaccustomed to sitting on the floor) We ordered grilled oyster sampler (6 pieces), oyster fried rice, and fried oysters (6 pieces). Each course was so delicious! And it was the right amount for two. Do not hesitate to seek out this wonderful spot!!
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