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I visited around 1:20 PM on a weekday. There was only one other customer in the restaurant. I ordered the "Spanish Red Wine Braised Beef Bolognese" pasta plate for ¥1,500. The plate came with a Caesar salad with prosciutto, bread drizzled with olive oil, and pasta. The pasta was probably tagliatelle? It was similar to fettuccine, a flat, chewy noodle like the authentic Bolognese. Everything tasted delicious and I enjoyed it. The pasta was especially authentic, so I was satisfied. The portion size wasn't that big, and while you can add a lunch drink for ¥100, I think ¥1,500 for one plate is a bit overpriced. If the entire lunch menu could be priced around ¥1,500 including a drink, I think they would attract more customers. Also, I marked down the rating because I could hear the staff talking in the back, which made the atmosphere a bit off.

This was my first visit, but I've found another favorite restaurant! Everything from the salad to the dessert was made with such care, and it was all so delicious that I was practically bouncing off the walls! The staff was also very friendly and made me feel comfortable. The weekend-only course was also very reasonably priced. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I arrived around 11 am on a Sunday and all the tables were reserved, so I was seated at the counter. I ordered the Sunday pasta plate with Bolognese sauce (¥1600), and the salad was generous and the pasta was delicious.

## Budget: ¥5,000 - ¥6,000 **Highlights:** * Every dish is a winner. * The ¥500 menu items are incredibly high quality. * They have organic wines you can't find anywhere else. * Perfect for friends, family, or dates. * Private room available. * Happy Hour from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (alcoholic beverages including wine for ¥500). **Review:** Located a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station, this Italian restaurant is situated on a major street. I ordered the following: * **Low-Temperature Roasted Pork** ¥500 This is a must-try! Four thick slices of roasted pork. It's chewy yet tender, and the mustard sauce is a perfect match. It's incredible to get this much food for ¥500. * **Mushroom Aglio e Olio** ¥880 The flavors of the three types of mushrooms are packed in! You absolutely have to order bread with this. I had it with wheat bread this time. It was slightly chewy and lightly toasted on the outside. It's delicious even on its own! * **Warm Mackerel Marinate** ¥1,580 The garlic and herbs are strong, and the balsamic vinegar complements it perfectly. A must-try for mackerel lovers! * **Black Angus Beef Roast with EKA's Special Red Wine Sauce** ¥2,680 This roast, made with A4 domestic Black Angus beef, is thick and full of flavor! The juices burst in your mouth with every bite! I don't think you can find this quality for this price anywhere else. It was truly delicious. * **Asakusa Bolognese** ¥1,780 One of the restaurant's signature dishes. The domestic Black Angus beef tendon is simmered in a Spanish red wine you can only find here. The bolognese sauce coats the chewy noodles perfectly, making it truly delicious. It's also nice that you can enjoy it with a Japanese twist by adding various seasonings. * **Three Cheeses** ¥900 I had the staff select from their wide variety of cheeses. All of them went perfectly with the red wine. * **Seasonal Cake** ¥370 The cake changes with the seasons. I had the pumpkin Mont Blanc this time! Delicious... * **Drinks:** * **White Wine (Bottle)** * **Vanya Vebla Verdejo** * The owner's daughter makes this white wine in Spain, and it's only available at this restaurant in Japan. I was surprised at how easy it was to drink. It's smooth and soft. Truly delicious. * **Red Wine (Bottle)** * **Vanya Vebla Selection** * It's full-bodied but very easy to drink! I enjoyed it with the meat, cheese, and bolognese. If you're ordering red, this is the one! I was constantly impressed by the quality for the price. It was truly delicious! Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant for lunch with a friend. It's a dining establishment from the famous Unagi (eel) restaurant, Maekawa, so I was a little excited. It was a Saturday in July, just before summer vacation. We had a reservation, but we were the only ones there when it opened at 11 am. We were shown to a spacious seating area and our bags were placed in a basket. The lunch pasta plate was reasonably priced. There were about five different kinds to choose from that day, and it came with a prosciutto salad and baguette. I find it difficult to eat salad with a fork, so having bread made it easier to spear the greens, which was a welcome addition. Drinks could be chosen hot or cold. They also had a delightful non-caffeinated rooibos tea, which was another plus. While we chatted, the hot pasta plate arrived. I chose the vongole rosso and iced rooibos tea. The tomato sauce was creamy and full of fresh clams in their shells. The pasta was firm and springy. I enjoyed the last bit of sauce with the bread, adding a touch of fresh basil for a flavor change. The atmosphere of the restaurant is stylish, and the staff's service is welcoming, making it easy to linger. It's a great place to enjoy a chat with friends, and since it's located on a street, it's also a good spot to spend time alone while watching people go by. Even with the 100 yen lunch drink, it was only 1300 yen. Considering the location, I think it's a delicious and cost-effective restaurant. They have delicious-looking cakes and a wide selection of wines, so it seems like it would be a great place to enjoy as a cafe or bar. Thank you for the meal.