Gindaco, famous for its takoyaki, is expanding into Chinese cuisine with a brand-new concept called “Gindaco Dim Sum Tavern,” opening near Kanda Station on July 13, 2026. This new spot offers a casual yet authentic Chinese dining experience featuring handmade dim sum and a variety of flavorful Chinese dishes.
For visitors to Tokyo, especially near Kanda, this new tavern blends the beloved Gindaco takoyaki with expertly crafted Chinese dim sum and dishes designed to pair perfectly with drinks. It’s an exciting addition for those looking to enjoy both Japanese and Chinese flavors in a lively, accessible setting.
About Gindaco Dim Sum Tavern
Operated by Hotland Holdings’ subsidiary Always Co., Ltd., which manages multiple tavern brands, Gindaco Dim Sum Tavern builds on the success of the Gindaco Highball Tavern. The new tavern specializes in handmade dim sum, with skilled chefs preparing each item fresh on-site, including the signature soup dumplings (xiao long bao) made from scratch daily. Alongside dim sum, the menu features popular Chinese dishes like stir-fried liver and chives, braised pork belly (tonpororo), spicy chicken dishes, shrimp mayo, and house-made char siu pork.
Highlights
- Handmade soup dumplings (xiao long bao) made fresh daily, priced at ¥780 (tax included ¥858) for five pieces.
- Other dim sum favorites include meat shumai and shrimp shumai, each five pieces for ¥830 (tax included ¥913).
- Signature dishes crafted to complement drinks, such as stir-fried liver and chives for ¥580 (tax included ¥638), tender braised pork belly for ¥680 (tax included ¥748), and flavorful chicken dishes priced at ¥580 (tax included ¥638).
- Gindaco’s classic takoyaki is also available here, with three pieces for ¥340 (tax included ¥374).
- Opening campaign from July 13 to 15 offers popular drinks at special prices: Kaku Highball for ¥230 (tax included ¥253) and Lemon Sour for ¥200 (tax included ¥220).
- Conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Kanda Station’s south exit, with a cozy interior including a private room for up to six guests.
Menu & Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Gindaco Dim Sum Tavern Kanda Station South Exit |
| Menu / items | Homemade Xiao Long Bao (5 pcs) ¥780 (tax included ¥858); Homemade Meat Shumai (5 pcs) ¥830 (tax included ¥913); Homemade Shrimp Shumai (5 pcs) ¥830 (tax included ¥913); Signature Takoyaki (3 pcs) ¥340 (tax included ¥374); Stir-fried Liver and Chives ¥580 (tax included ¥638); Braised Pork Belly (Tonpororo) ¥680 (tax included ¥748); Spicy Chicken Dishes (Yodare Dori, Bang Bang Ji) ¥580 each (tax included ¥638); Shrimp Mayo ¥480 (tax included ¥528); Homemade Char Siu ¥680 (tax included ¥748) |
| Location | Near Kanda Station, Tokyo |
| Address | 2-1-4 Kajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo |
| Period | July 13, 2026 – July 15, 2026 (Opening Campaign) |
| Release date | July 13, 2026 |
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