I heard and read great reviews about this little izakaya in Sunnyvale, so I had to go try it. Izakayas are basically Japanese drinking establishments serving appetizer-size snacks, although my impression is that izakayas are now equally known for their food and drinks. Anyway, after my friends and I ordered some Orion beer (imported from Okinawa), we ordered dish after dish of yummy, traditional-style izakaya food:
Overall, the food was excellent. Very traditional and authentic Japanese flavors, and the portions were good for a group. My favorites were the chicken karage and the salmon onigiri (arguably the best onigiri I've had outside Japan). Our waitress was a bit slow on the service, but otherwise it was a great meal.
A word of warning though - it can get pretty crowded, so reservations are a good idea. And the place can be a bit tricky to find, so have their number on hand to call them if you get a bit lost.
Tanto
1063 E. El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 244-7311
Tanto
1063 E. El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 244-7311