Orion Shokudo

Sipping an ice-cold mug of Orion draft beer while grazing on traditional Okinawan bar bites is one of the distinct pleasures of an evening izakaya meal. Situated near Gyotoku Station, Orion Shokudo offers an expansive menu spanning classic homestyle cooking to savory drinking snacks. Small plates like popping sea grapes, silky jimami peanut tofu, and crisp island shallot tempura make natural starters to accompany the first drink.

Agu Pork Shabu-Shabu and Classic Champuru

For a heartier centerpiece, diners can opt for the tabletop Agu pork scallion shabu-shabu. Thinly sliced Agu pork belly simmers alongside fine shreds of scallion in a hot pot broth, making it an easy choice to share in a group. The stir-fry selection includes goya champuru with bitter melon, somin champuru with thin noodles, and fu champuru made with wheat gluten, each highlighting distinct textures and savory dashi seasonings.

Branded Awamori and Late-Night Bowls

Beyond Orion and Asahi on tap, the drinks list features a wide array of awamori spirits, including labels like Zanpa, Yaesen, Ryukyu Ocho, and Kikunotsuyu, served on the rocks, with water, or with soda. Non-alcoholic options lean into Okinawan staples as well, such as sanpin jasmine tea, root beer, and shikuwasa citrus juice. To finish the meal, the kitchen serves simmered meat over noodles—including soki ribs or tender rafute—alongside cheese-topped taco rice and tsukimi taco rice with an egg.

Casual Evenings with Song and Music

A karaoke setup adds to the lively evening atmosphere, and the dining room occasionally hosts live performances featuring traditional instruments like the sanshin. Whether dropping by solo for an after-work drink or gathering with friends, diners will find an unpretentious setting rooted in the flavors of Okinawa.