At Bar Oni, the vegetable tempura features seasonal vegetables dipped in a light batter and fried until crisp, often served alongside other small Japanese plates. What makes this version distinctive is how it sits within a focused izakaya-style menu that also includes takoyaki, gyoza, shrimp shumai, grilled avocado, and skewers, so the tempura functions as a counterpoint to richer items.[28] Biting into it, you get a contrast between the airy crust and tender vegetables inside, with a temperature and texture that fits the bar-snack format. Local coverage notes that this spot has become a go-to for Japanese bar food in Cleveland, and the inclusion of vegetable tempura is part of that appeal.[28]