Sanzoku
The birthplace of 'sanzoku-yaki,' a Shiojiri specialty — a whole chicken thigh marinated in garlic-onion soy sauce and deep-fried. Won the Karaage Grand Prix Gold Award. Everyone in Shiojiri knows this place; reservations often fill before opening. 254 Tabelog reviews, score 3.65 — #1 for chicken restaurants in Shiojiri. Dinner only; single location.
254 Tabelog reviews, score 3.65 — Shiojiri's best. TripAdvisor 20 reviews, 4.5. 'Great value,' 'huge portions,' 'fragrant and lively atmosphere,' 'always stop here when visiting Shiojiri.' Lines before opening; reservations often full. No sakura. Karaage Grand Prix Gold Award provides objective quality validation.