Walking in through the doors of Attack of the Tatsu, you are greeted by a warm, red glow — under the neon lights and the paper lanterns, you will be guided to a doorway. When the thick, heavy curtain is pulled back, you’ve entered the whimsical world of Mumashika.
Owner Daniel Starkey said in January that the goal has always been to expand the Attack of the Tatsu brand. Starkey acquired the former location of Lil Mama’s, next to Attack of the Tatsu in Patten Square, and launched the new restaurant in June. Mumashika offers a higher-end, creative and, simply put, very fun dining experience.
The space holds 30 seats, and the cozy, intimate atmosphere adds to the experience. Sit at the bar, and you will have a front-row seat to the yakitori grill where meats and vegetables are cooked on skewers over charcoal flames. Bartender Grant Bengtson walked through the thoughtful menu with flair.
The Kushiyaki section (the section for the skewered and grilled yakitori) is straightforward: a chicken thigh with scallion ($5), black tiger shrimp ($8), shishito peppers ($4) and the most succulent steak you have ever had in your life ($10). Keep in mind these are small bites, but the depth of flavor packs a punch.
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