CuisineJapanese street food
Price
NeighbourhoodBarrack Street and The Lough

Must order: Tonkatsu or ramen; both are prepared to a standard that would hold in Japan.

Tip: Cash only; no cards accepted. Open 13:00 to 15:30 and 17:00 to 21:00; closed Monday.

Location

Address: 1A Evergreen Street, Cork

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