FAQs.

Where do I park?

There is street parking along Toole & 7th. The closest parking lot is located on Toole, just west of Stone. We are a 5 minute walk from the Pennington Street Parking Garage. The County Courthouse Garage recently extended their hours and is also an option, access is off of Grossetta Ave just east of the restaurant. The city also has valet on Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. We recommend Uber or Lyft.

What is the valet situation?

The city has valet service available Thursday, Friday, & Saturday. Drop off is located out front of the restaurant on Toole Ave. You pay via a QR code. Please note we do not operate the valet.

Is there a dress code?

We welcome guests to come as they are, but if you want to look nice we won’t complain.

Can I substitute items on the menu?

We will kindly accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions. Please note any allergies and/or dietary restrictions when making a reservation, some may require at least 24 hours notice.

Do you have vegan items?

Our menu is vegetable centric, though it changes frequently. If you are vegan, we request you provide a note with your reservation, and with 24 hour notification, we will happily prepare some alternative dishes to have a complete dining experience.

How does the menu work?

Our menu is split into 3 sections; dishes that are intended to be eaten with your hands, dishes that require the use of silverware, and desserts. The two savory sections of the menu are generally listed in order of size (smallest to largest). We recommend between 3-5 dishes per guest, and sharing is encouraged.

How do you price the menu?

We source the highest quality ingredients available to us, and work with small and local producers. High quality ingredients are more expensive than low quality ingredients. Making everything in house takes a lot of labor. We price our food to reflect the quality we believe in, and to pay our staff well.

What does BATA mean?

The name BATA is shortened from “robata” which is a Japanese style of grilling. While we are not a Japanese restaurant, we are focused on live fire cooking and borrow some techniques and preparations from Japan.

Are you a Steakhouse?

Nope. Currently the only beef we serve is tartare, though some cooked beef may make its way onto the menu every now and then.