テンズ — Restaurant in Okayama

Gist: tiny (2 small tables and a few stools at a counter), quirky joint making unique/eclectic burgers and artisan colas + booze also on offer. Rustic Americana kitsch decor

Pros: Interesting, non-standard burgers, prepared with obvious passion upon order special creations on rotating offer, unique garnishes lively bustling atmosphere with friendly duo staff, neighborhood folks and regulars coming and going, great vibes unique, handmade, not "super sweet and fizzy" colas & adjacent beverages

Cons: small space with only stools for sitting, not ideal for lounging comfortably if bigger-sized, delicate back, or mobility challenged definitely not designed for groups and not necessarily for families although kids welcome because small, can fill up really quickly and no space for waiting aside from outside (can reserve i think, also take out, especially if you provide your own container/dish) located in a neighborhood without readily available parking. better to come by bicycle if possible, not sure about transit links

As I understand, opened in this location a couple years ago, hours a little bit sporadic so has an "pop-up" feel

Owner Tensho-san has been running food trucks around for several years it seems

4-year-old destroyed a massive dripping Colby cheese with sweet onions burger, and enjoyed checking out the "mad scientist" light blubs, chewing on a toothpick like a gangster, and the small roasted half-cut new potatoes as side

Wifu enjoy the attention to detail with a grapefruit garnish on the plate, had one of the icy colas, and some great burger I can't remember (bacon cheeseburger I think)

I ate North Carolina pulled pork on top of burger patty, jalapeños in there as well & noticed all the eclectic design + construction materials seemingly haphazard but clearly done with affection. Also drank a hot cola latte, like chai

We enjoyed talking to the boss and seeing his entrepreneurial action and passion

Paypal or Cash, no cards as i recall (pretty standard stuff)

Verdict: definitely go there but be prepared and hit timing...

This was the best burger we have had in three weeks of our Japan trip. The venue itself has a very nice atmosphere! The ingredients were extremely fresh, the meat was well seasoned and the cost was very reasonable. The two lovely owners were also very kind which is a...

Very fresh! A lovely little piece of burger heaven. Hand made burgers and a spicy shop cola. Perfect lunch. Ten (owner)was happy to speak English and have a little chat before it got busy. Looking forward to...