The awesome team behind the award
winning small bar Tokyo Bird and Head Chef Shota Sato (ex-Bar H Head
Chef) is the driving force behind Osaka Trading Co. Just like the entire
Tramsheds, OTC has industrial interior and fittings with contemporary finish.
Wall displays of whisky and sake bottles and boxes was a nice touch. Though OTC
is an izakaya in essence, they are more focused on the food. That's because
they want to be a reflection of Osaka, which is Japan's culinary center. From
what we tried from the lunch menu, they have achieved that desired aim.
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| Karaage chicken |
The karaage
chicken with Japanese tartare and rice ($17) was an absolute winner! The
meat was so flavoursome with notes of ginger and possibly shio koji. The batter
was crisped and almost flaky-like.
The chirashi
sushi rice bowl ($20) tastes as good as it looks. This bowl just made the
beautiful produce speak for itself. A vibrant mix of fresh sashimi and pickles
complimented by sesame seeds and perfect sushi rice.
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| Chirashi sushi rice |
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| Katsu sando |
The katsu
sando ($17) here is one of the best I've had. The tonkatsu was on point
with its crunchy coating and beautifully cooked fatty pork. The sweet,
caramel-ish and salty tonkatsu sauce gave this sandwich extra umami.
Tip: Purchase anything from Supamart and
you can get your onsite parking ticket validated for 90mins free parking.
Osaka Trading Co.
Tramsheds at Harold Park
1 Dalgal Way
Forest Lodge, NSW 2037
PHONE: 02 8880 0765
OTC HOURS
Monday to Thursday :12 pm - 10 pm
Friday:12 pm - 11 pm
Saturday & Sunday:11 am - 11pm
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Looks great. Your photos are stunning.
ReplyDeleteahh that chirashi looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteOoOOH Thanks for the Supamart tip Raff. Can't wait to go!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely heading here next for the katsu sando! Oishii!
ReplyDeleteSo many to choose from !!
ReplyDeletegood tip on parking and damnnn that katsu sando looks bomb!
ReplyDeleteI agree, great photos! It all looks so tasty.
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