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"I visited around lunchtime on a weekday. There was no waiting line, so I just wrote my name in Roman letters. Everyone else was writing in English! Apparently, Katakana isn't allowed. While waiting, I watched the open kitchen where they were making pancakes, and soon I was led to my table. They asked if I was okay with a 40-minute wait for the panc"

"I visited on a Sunday afternoon. There was no waiting board, so we lined up outside. I ordered the chocolate pancakes with whipped cream topping. The batter itself was delicious, even without anything on it. The chocolate was slightly bitter and not too sweet, which was great. The maple butter was also good, but I felt the whipped cream was a per"

"The restaurant is a single-story building with a terrace, creating a comfortable space that's welcoming for solo diners. I went on a day when their seasonal goldfish soda was already sold out, so I ordered a matcha latte instead. ▷ Matcha Latte (ice) 700 yen It was a rich, authentic matcha latte with a subtle sweetness. You can also take out ju"

"I visited 'crisscross,' a restaurant that has been included in the Tabelog Top 100 for both 2021 and 2022. Located in the stylish district of Omotesando, the restaurant itself exudes an even more sophisticated atmosphere. With its open terrace, it seems like a wonderful place to enjoy a sunny day. I arrived around 11:30 am, but the restaurant wa"

"Feeling like I'm on a Parisian terrace! A luxurious lunch with a course featuring two types of galettes. It's located about a 5-minute walk from the Apple Store, down a small alley. I visited around 1 pm on a weekend and was able to get a table without much of a wait. My friend recommended their lunch sets, and I went for the one with both a sa"

"**2024/07 Revisit** A few days ago, I had to leave due to an urgent matter and couldn't eat, so today I got my sweet-toothed friend to join me for a rematch on the 2nd floor. The stairs, stylish yet casual, lead to an open and airy space. It's nice to enjoy the view from the counter while watching the sweets being made with skill, or to relax at"

"I visited around 1:00 PM on a weekday. There were about three groups waiting, but it wasn't too bad since we could wait inside with the air conditioning. While waiting, we looked at the menu that was given to us and were seated after about 40 minutes. I ordered the gratin from the lunch set, but it was apparently sold out, so I ended up ordering "

"The shop is located less than a two-minute walk from the station, down a small side street. It gained immense popularity in Fukuoka's Rokubonsmatsu district and has now expanded to Tokyo. Since its opening in 2021, it has been a wildly popular spot with lines of dozens of people every weekend. I visited on a weekday around 1 pm and there was a 1"

"A cafe with friendly staff and delicious food. Every shop on Omotesando is crowded, and this one was no exception. However, I was lucky enough to get a table in the late afternoon. The cafe has a basement level, so there are plenty of seats. After I ordered, I saw the staff showing other customers colorful and delicious-looking cake samples. T"

"Scone and Tea Set for 1,380 yen + Seasonal Scone (Walnut Scone) for 50 yen = 1,430 yen I stopped by after work. The hot tea latte was made with Uva tea. The tea leaves had a strong, rich flavor with a slight bitterness, but it was refreshing. The milk foam on top was fluffy, and a thin layer of honey was drizzled over it in a lattice pattern. Whe"

"A place where you can enjoy authentic apple pie. Lunchtime is until 4 pm. This time, I tried the lunch quiche and the Aoyama-exclusive apple tiramisu for the first time. It looks big, but you can easily finish it. The quiche comes in three varieties, and I chose the bacon & pumpkin. The balance of saltiness, refreshing acidity of the apple, and swe"

"The French toast was the best I've ever had! The steak was very affordable and well-seasoned, with a bold flavor. The meat was a bit tough, but considering the price, it was impeccable."

"On a Saturday lunchtime, I was able to get a seat without waiting. The lunch menu is ordered by scanning a barcode. You can choose between regular, large, or small portions of rice. I was happy to see that they offer brown rice. I ordered a regular portion, but I think I could have eaten a large one. Soft drinks are free with a lunch order. For a l"

"My friend had made a reservation for a course that allowed us to choose appetizers, main courses, and desserts, all with a complimentary glass of wine. I selected the Ehime Prefecture-sourced sea bream carpaccio in the Zelkova style, the beef sirloin and red shrimp 'Codaïflor' with almond rice and BBQ sauce, and the seasonal chiffon cake. The soup "

"Located just a 2-minute walk from Omotesando Station on various Tokyo Metro lines, "breadworks Omotesando" is a bakery shop that opened in 2012 (Heisei 24). This establishment is run by Tysons & Company, Inc., and is a unique combination of a restaurant, cafe, and bakery. I visited on a Saturday afternoon around 12:00 pm. Being lunchtime, t"

"I made a reservation for the course lunch and went. - I went from Omotesando Station, but the entrance was surprisingly hard to find. - The staff who served us were mainly male, and this gentleman was very kind and gentle with his explanations. - A young, slender female staff member, her service was very cold. ① When she was cleaning up a bowl "

"⭐︎Pumpkin Cream Soup with Bread (L size): ¥1,180 (tax included) ⭐︎Sachertorte: ¥680 with a drink ⭐︎Schwarzer: ¥680 (tax included) I visited on a weekend afternoon around 7 pm without a reservation. I was able to get a table right away. The food, desserts, and drinks were all delicious. The service was excellent. The atmosphere of the restaurant i"

"I heard rumors about their delicious croissants and decided to check them out. The buttery aroma was strong and the croissants were truly delicious. The savory pies also had a fantastic, crunchy texture. The prices are a bit high, but they are worth it. While all the breads were delicious, the hazelnut latte I ordered in the cafe space wasn't to "

"The shop is stylish, and as a flower lover, I was soothed by being able to spend time surrounded by flowers.🌹 The carrot cake was delicious, with plenty of dried fruit. The pumpkin muffin was different from what I expected, with only one piece of pumpkin inside and a dry texture. I've been here several times, and while the staff are helpful in s"

"The new Anniversaire Cafe offers a unique experience with three distinct spaces: CAFE&LOUNGE, CAKE, and COFFEE. Each space features beautifully presented menus that showcase artistry. The ingredients are carefully selected to incorporate elements that nourish both body and soul. The afternoon tea set, a truly unique experience, features exquisite s"

"Located directly connected to Omotesando Station, in Echika Omotesando, is Jean-François Echika Omotesando. Omotesando is the first Jean-François store. It is a bakery that inherits the techniques and spirit of M.O.F. (Meilleur Ouvrier de France, the highest award for French chefs) award-winning chef Jean-François Le Mercier. I stopped by on my w"