Clutch Hitter
Mizugaoka, Itami
Restaurant in Itami, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
Clutch Hitter works if you want a low-cost Itami meal with stronger credibility than a random neighborhood pick. The Tabelog 100 recognition gives it a useful quality signal, while the easy booking profile keeps the planning burden low. Better for solo diners, couples, food-focused explorers than for a formal special occasion.
About Clutch Hitter
For an Itami meal where basics matter most, Clutch Hitter is a direct option to keep on the shortlist. Details are simple: a casual dress code, a JPY 1,000-1,999 price range, lunch and dinner hours on most operating days, Tabelog 100 #37 recognition in 2025 with 3.7pts.
The reason to consider it is not an elaborate set of extras. The clearest case is affordability plus a recognition signal. That makes Clutch Hitter useful for diners comparing Itami options and trying to keep the plan grounded in facts rather than assumptions about menu format, service style, or atmosphere.
Choose it for a local stop, not a long-form dining event
Clutch Hitter is best described by its characteristics: it is in Itami, it is casual, it sits in the JPY 1,000-1,999 range. The schedule also makes it possible to plan either lunch or dinner on Tuesday through Saturday, with lunch only on Sunday and closure on Monday.
First-timers should treat it as a targeted Itami stop with limited but useful information. The Tabelog 100 #37 listing in 2025 gives it a clearer signal than an unknown choice, while the price range keeps expectations practical. For broader planning, Our full Itami restaurants guide is the right next step; travelers building a whole itinerary can also scan other Itami guides for additional dining and local planning ideas.
Plan around the schedule
The strongest planning detail is the schedule. Clutch Hitter is closed Monday. From Tuesday through Saturday, the hours are 11:30 AM-2 PM and 6-9 PM. On Sunday, the hours are 11:30 AM-2 PM only. That means the safest plan is to choose a defined lunch or dinner window rather than assuming all-day availability.
The value case is also clear within its range: JPY 1,000-1,999. Beyond that, details such as specific dishes, seating, service format, dietary accommodations, or takeout and delivery should not be assumed. Choose Clutch Hitter when those basics fit your Itami plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒664-0017 Hyogo, Itami, Mizugaoka, 1 Chome−１９−19 瑞ケ丘久保ハイツ
- Website
- twitter.com/Clutch_Hitter2
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual neighborhood ramen shop with a warm, family-run feel where the owner (“oyaji”) cooks and the daughter runs social media; the atmosphere is lively but relaxed, focused on slurping noodles rather than formal dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Shio ramen
- Tsukemen (various limited flavors)
- Cold shio ramen with octopus
- Meat shoyu ramen
- Oyster miso tsukemen
- Red shrimp tsukemen
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒664-0017 Hyogo, Itami, Mizugaoka, 1 Chome−１９−19 瑞ケ丘久保ハイツ · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to Go If You Cannot Get In
Try Gafuu An if you want to stay in the same JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 bracket, or Gyoza Senmonten Osaka Ou Itami ten if the priority is a cheaper, quicker Itami meal.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Clutch Hitter sits in the same JPY 1,000 to JPY 1,999 bracket as Gafuu An and Chibune Ya, so the choice should come down to confidence and occasion rather than cost. Its Tabelog 100 recognition gives it the strongest quality signal in this Itami set, making it the better pick when the meal matters but the budget stays modest.
If price is the main filter, Grimm, Gyoza Senmonten Osaka Ou Itami ten, PATISSERIE LACROIX all sit in the lower JPY 999-and-under tier. Those make more sense for a quick, casual spend; Clutch Hitter is the better value play when paying slightly more for a recognized restaurant feels justified.
For ambiance-led dining, compare carefully: none of these peers comes through as a clear formal-occasion choice from the available signals. Clutch Hitter is the safest recommendation for a researched meal, while Gyoza Senmonten Osaka Ou Itami ten is the easier call for a quick bite and PATISSERIE LACROIX is the smarter cross-shop when the plan is dessert or a lighter stop rather than a full restaurant meal.
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Compare Clutch Hitter
| Venue | Location | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clutch Hitter | Itami | Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025 · #37 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown |
| Gafuu An | Itami | Tabelog 100 - Ramen - WEST - 2025 · #47 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| Grimm | Itami | Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 · #2 | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown |
| Gyoza Senmonten Osaka Ou Itami ten | Itami | Tabelog 100 - Dumplings - 2024 · #85 | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 |
| Chibune Ya | Itami | Tabelog 100 - Udon - WEST - 2024 · #3 | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 |
| PATISSERIE LACROIX | Itami | No published awards | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Clutch Hitter in Itami?
Other options to compare include Gyoza Senmonten Osaka Ou Itami ten and PATISSERIE LACROIX. Clutch Hitter fits when you want an Itami option with a JPY 1,000-1,999 price range and lunch or dinner hours on most operating days.
What should a first-timer know about Clutch Hitter?
Plan around the hours. It is closed Monday, serves 11:30 AM-2 PM and 6-9 PM Tuesday through Saturday, serves 11:30 AM-2 PM on Sunday.
What should I wear to Clutch Hitter?
The dress code is casual. There is no need to plan formal attire.
Is Clutch Hitter good for solo dining?
Seating or service format is not specified, so solo-dining suitability should not be assumed. If the hours and JPY 1,000-1,999 price range fit your plan, it may still be worth considering.
Is Clutch Hitter worth the price?
It can be, if the JPY 1,000-1,999 range fits what you want to spend in Itami. Tabelog 100 #37 recognition in 2025 with 3.7pts adds a useful credibility signal.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Clutch Hitter?
A tasting menu is not specified. Do not plan around a course format unless confirmed directly.
Is Clutch Hitter good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, the price range is JPY 1,000-1,999. For comparison, you could also look at Gafuu An or Grimm, but Clutch Hitter should be judged mainly on its Itami location, hours, price range, recognition.
