Gindaco at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Location: Lot 1 . 13 . 01, 168, Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Floor 1 · Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
The menu covers takoyaki in various flavours including the classic original with octopus, green onion, and tenkasu, alongside varieties including cheese, prawn, and limited-edition seasonal flavours. The takoyaki are made fresh to order on the characteristic griddle plates, with the batter poured into hemispherical moulds and flipped with skewers to form perfectly round balls. The cooking process takes several minutes, with the exterior crisped and the interior remaining soft and molten. Toppings include Gindaco sauce, mayonnaise, bonito flakes, and aonori (seaweed). The format is quick-service with a visible cooking station that adds theatre to the experience. Gindaco is one of Japan's most recognised takoyaki chains, and the Malaysian outlets bring this Osaka speciality to the local market.
A serving of takoyaki (8 pieces) costs from RM12 to RM18 depending on flavour. The outlet is busiest during afternoons and weekends. Gindaco provides an authentic Osaka street food experience, with the made-to-order preparation ensuring freshness and the characteristic crispy-outside, soft-inside texture. The visible cooking process adds entertainment value. The takoyaki format provides a snack or light meal that is distinctly Japanese and not commonly available in Malaysian food courts.
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Gindaco
GINDACO Storefront
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GINDACO and Croissant Taiyaki storefronts in a mall
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GINDAIO Shop Front
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GINDAKO Takoyaki Shop Front
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New Food Item
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Tamagoyaki with Toppings
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Takoyaki with toppings
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Takoyaki on a wooden tray
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Gindako Takoyaki Counter Interior
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Tartare Tama
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Takahito Takoyaki
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Food Stall Interior View
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Food Tray with Fried Chicken and Salad Bowl
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Noodle Dish with Egg and Toppings
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Chocolate Pastry with Almonds
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Bakery Display Case
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Cat-shaped pastry on orange card
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Food Court Interior View
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Okonomiyaki with sauce and toppings
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Doughnut with toppings
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Takoyaki with toppings
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Croissant Taiyaki and GINDAO storefronts in mall
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Okonomiyaki in boxes
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GinDako Counter Interior
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Okonomiyaki with Toppings
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Bakery Display Case
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Okonomiyaki with Sauces
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Okonomiyaki in a box
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Fried Chicken Snacks with Cheese Sauce
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Takoyaki on a wooden tray
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Takoyaki with various toppings
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Gindao Food Court Interior
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Gindaco Malaysia Food and Drink Display
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Gindaco Takoyaki Promotion Stand
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Tako Yaki with Sauce
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Takoyaki on a tray
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Gindaco Promotional Banners
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Fried Chicken Omelette Dish
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Gindaco and Croissan store entrance
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Fried Chicken Rice Bowl with Salad
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Bakery Display Case with Taiyaki
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Okonomiyaki and Donut Preparation Station
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Gindako Takoyaki Display
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Fish-shaped pastry on branded packaging
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Gindaco Digital Menu Board Display
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Packaged Fried Snacks with Sauces
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Okonomiyaki Ad
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Gindako Treat Day Promotion
A promotional standee for Gindako's 'Treat Day' on Thursdays between 12-4 PM, featuring discounted Takoyaki prices of RM18.50 (8 pcs), RM10.90 (Original Takoyaki), and RM12.90 (Cheese Mentako). The sign is placed near the entrance with a visible interior in the background.
Gindao Restaurant Interior
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Otsufu Takoyaki Display and Menu Board
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