Namazuya Ichinomiya Branch
An eel restaurant established in 1964, with 60+ years of history as a noren-wake (sister restaurant) of the Gifu Namazuya main store. Known for its 'trademarked flavor'—a secret sauce maintained through generations, paired with domestically farmed eel from Mikawa Issiki. Reviews say 'I've been coming since long before the renovation' and 'people keep streaming in when I arrive at 4:30.' Lunch fills up immediately. Tabelog 3.45/201 reviews; Yahoo! Maps 3.98/87 reviews. In addition to unaju, rare river fish dishes (catfish, carp) available. Also praised for fast service.
'I've been coming to Namazuya since long before they renovated.' 'Arrived at 4:30 but people kept pouring in.' 'The slightly sweet sauce suits me perfectly—delicious.' 'Visually stunning, the lid floats from the generous portions.' 'Service is notably faster than other eel restaurants.'