In the anime, the seafood platter is a mountain of perfectly fried treasures. You can recreate this at home using a light, crispy batter.

If you’ve seen episode 9 of Restaurant to Another World , you know the "Nekoya" vibes are all about finding peace in a perfect meal. This episode highlights a surprisingly addictive contrast: the salty, golden crunch of a paired with the neon-green, creamy sweetness of a Melon Soda Float .

A classic mix includes shrimp, squid rings, bay scallops, and small white fish like smelt.