Gantetsu-ya - Brookline

The karaage was soooooo good. juicy, unbelievably tender, all contained within a wonderful crispy-but-not-oily potato starch batter. served with a acidic soy based sauce to contrast.hope to see more people come through this place.

'Open ' but not currently seating for whatever reason even though there are empty chained off tables. This means that you need to sit at Ganko Ittetsu which is always crowded, even if you don 't want ramen. Or you can order takeout from the hostess...but everything is 'out of stock '. Unfortunate.

Limited selections of authentic Japanese street food located inside the Arcade building.Recently visited to try their okonomiyaki, but it seemed like their menus have changed. I ended up getting the traditional chicken karaage and gyoza, and both were very good. Karaage was extremely tender and they were certainly the best pieces I had in Boston.Unfortunately, this place seemed to be overshadowed by the popularity of the ramen place right across, but they are definitely worth a visit.

First time here tried the karaage (Traditional fried chicken)! We were disappointed that they were doing takeout only, but the 10 15 min wait was fully worth the tender, juicy, and lightly fried to perfection chicken which we quickly devoured. Honestly one of the best karaage we've had in Boston, and the staff was helpful as well. Unfortunately, they are not selling okonomiyaki currently. $9 for 4 juicy pieces of 7 oz. chicken thigh goodness!! This place is a hidden gem within Brookline.

The restaurant is great when they are able to fulfill the order, but we have often been told they are unable to make takoyaki because the machine is broken or can't make okonomiyaki because they have run out of certain ingredients. Perhaps better management is needed to avoid these issues.