Due to the extreme heat, I sought refuge in Denny's. There were quite a few people waiting. Inside the restaurant, there were many tables that had not been cleaned up yet, but I patiently waited. Finally seated, I ordered the "Nata de Coco" for 390 yen. The Nata de Coco was topped with vanilla ice cream, which was very delicious and refreshing on such a hot day. The sweetness of the Nata de Coco itself was also just right and tasty. Having sweets at a family restaurant is a good idea.

In East Asakusa, there is a Denny's here. It's a bit inconvenient because it's far from the station, but it has a parking lot which is helpful. I visited with my children. My older child ordered the hamburger, and my younger child ordered udon. After thinking it over, we decided on the king of family restaurants, Denny's! I treated myself a bit with onion gratin soup, Cobb salad, a 300g hamburger with garlic rice instead of regular rice! Everything was decently tasty, not particularly good or bad. Well, maybe who you eat with is more important than what you eat. Thanks for the meal!

I took a break while walking around the Asakusa area in the steamy heat. It was easy to find and nice. Since it was a little early for lunch, I opted for an iced coffee from the drink bar. It had a reliable taste. I thought one cup was a bit too little, but I enjoyed it as I needed to have a little something in my stomach before lunch.

After a long time, I visited Denny's. Denny's is known for developing and introducing new hamburger sauces every year and every season, but this time they made a bold move by pairing it with "mapo eggplant"...so I decided to try it out. First, I tasted the sauce on its own, and it didn't taste like authentic mapo sauce. It had the sweetness of hoisin sauce and the flavor of Chinese spices, but overall it had a Western twist and blended well with the hamburger without any awkwardness. The generous amount of minced meat sauce and the combination with the hamburger surprisingly worked well. The abundance of sliced eggplant and green onions also added a nice touch. Looking at the menu, I noticed they also have "Spaghetti with Eggplant Meat Sauce," which I assume is an improved version of this sauce. This mapo eggplant sauce would probably go well with spaghetti as well. It was a delicious hamburger that showed creativity and trial and error in its development. The white rice was also tasty and the soup in the A set (corn soup and rice) was served piping hot, which I appreciated as it's usually lukewarm here. While the sauce didn't have the numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns or the spiciness of doubanjiang, it was still a good choice for a hamburger sauce. Lastly, I really enjoyed the drink bar at Denny's, especially the unlimited Seven Eleven coffee.

Sometimes, I have a sudden craving for Denny's Clubhouse Sandwich, so I visited this East Asakusa location for the first time. I went around 2 PM and the restaurant was quite crowded. As for the Clubhouse Sandwich itself, I was honestly disappointed. It was lukewarm... Both the potatoes and the sandwich were lukewarm... It felt like they had been sitting around for a while before finally being brought to me. The Clubhouse Sandwich here is supposed to have toasted bread, so it's best when it's freshly made. I was really looking forward to that, so I was very disappointed... I understand that they are busy, but I really want to eat hot food while it's still hot. I'm not sensitive to hot temperatures. I want to eat it piping hot, even if it means getting a slight burn. I hope for better next time!!

【Reason for visit】I was wandering around the site today looking for lunch (*^▽^*) and thought it might be nice to visit a family restaurant for a change –٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶【Visit time】April 17th (Wed) around 11:30 AM (^o^)/【Number of customers】Approximately 30 people (^o^)【Ordered items】"Mapo Eggplant Hamburger" and "Combo Set" (*^^*)【Reason for ordering】Since it's a family restaurant, I decided to go for something different rather than the usual menu items (^^)【Preparation time】About 10 minutes ＼(^o^)／【Set contents】Rice and miso soup (๑'ᴗ'๑)【Service】You can get a free rice refill for a large portion (^o^)Now, let's dig in m(._.)m Itadakimasu【Food review】The hamburger patty was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside (^-^) When cut open, the juices flowed out, probably from mixing in some fatty meat. The ground meat was a mix of beef and pork, with a mild meaty flavor and a hint of lettuce aroma (-ω-;) The eggplant in the mapo eggplant dish was soft and tender, with a smooth texture ( ^o^) The spiciness came from doubanjiang, but it was not too spicy, so even those who don't like spicy food should be fine (*^-^*) The sweetness of sweet bean sauce and the umami of fermented black beans were somewhat noticeable, giving a slightly authentic flavor ( ^-^) There seemed to be a hint of tomato ketchup as a secret ingredient, adding a faint tomato flavor (^^*) The crunchy texture of the bell peppers brought out their sweetness (*^_^*) The rice was cooked to a normal firmness and was fluffy (*^^*) The miso soup was slightly salty with a strong dashi flavor, likely using dashi stock powder (-ω-) "Denise" san, thank you for the meal m(._.)m

Curry cheese doria with pork shabu-shabu and sixteen-grain rice.

I felt like eating grilled chicken, so I went to Denny's Tsukiji. It was lunchtime on Wednesday. I ordered the grilled chicken set with salad and a drink bar for about 1200 yen. It was a bit expensive, and I didn't really need the small dishes or the drink bar, so I wondered if there was a smaller portion available. While waiting, I read the menu and found out that there was a daily special one-plate set for 800 yen on the last page. I regretted not knowing about it earlier. Plus, the grilled chicken was only available on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Oh no! Despite my regret, I enjoyed the 1200 yen grilled chicken that day. The following week, fueled by my regret, I revisited and ordered the Wednesday one-plate lunch with grilled chicken and grated radish for 800 yen. The next day, I felt like trying the Thursday chicken one-plate as well, so I searched for a nearby Denny's. I found one in Higashi Asakusa. It was the only one, as it was far from the station and not very large. I thought it would be quiet and perfect for dining alone, so I quickly biked there. As expected, the interior was not very spacious, and there were few customers. It was mostly individuals dining, which was great. I ordered the Thursday one-plate lunch. It was served in about 10 minutes, and I enjoyed the salad, broccoli, creamy shrimp penne, and grilled chicken & rice. The chicken was juicy, and the garlic soy sauce paired well with the rice. From now on, this Denny's is my go-to spot. Since it's far from the station, I assume many customers come by car. The first floor is a parking lot, and the restaurant is on the second floor. It's a small establishment, so I hope they can survive without closing due to the impact of COVID-19.

Hamburg Curry Rice

Traveling and drinking with close friends is always a fun time, and it's rare to have a conversation without alcohol involved. Luckily, we found ourselves at Denny's, a familiar spot in the heart of Asakusa. As someone without a car, I don't often visit family restaurants, so every aspect of the atmosphere was new and exciting to me. Even though we had just eaten a huge lunch, we still had room for something sweet. We decided to cool off with some peach and shaved ice, topped with cream, milk pudding, peach sorbet, and a generous serving of strawberry jam. The combination of smooth ice and rich fruit sauce was refreshing and satisfying. We ended up having a lively discussion about random topics, completely unrelated to the typical family restaurant conversation starters. Having close friends to share moments like this with is truly a treasure.

- Beef loin cut steak & tenderloin cutlet with spicy grilled meat sauce for 1490 yen - Rice & soup set for 299 yen - Iced coffee for 235 yen Today's lunch was here with this. A luxurious meal at a non-smoking counter seat, but the taste of the beef loin and tenderloin cutlet was just average. To be honest, cheaper steak restaurants offer more satisfying dishes. The satisfaction level is low compared to the price. For me, "Denny's" is a restaurant I only go to if someone else invites me. My condolences... Late at night, I came to Denny's for the first time in decades, like a student, wanting to think about things. I ate the hamburger steak and rice alone, drank the free refill coffee, and thought about things. It is important to change the environment occasionally when thinking about ideas and structures for a project. To train concentration, start by deliberately focusing only on the current task. For example, if you eat fried oysters, think only about fried oysters in your head. It's not easy to do this. Unrelated thoughts often come to mind... When you go to the bathroom and sit down, think only about the bathroom. This simple exercise is mentioned in a book written by a top F1 racer! Indeed, that profession relies on concentration. Today, the menu at Denny's was surprisingly simple but very delicious, maximizing the power of a family restaurant. Such menus are definitely a winner at Denny's! The sauce, side dishes, temperature, white rice, everything was good. The system where you can change the corn soup to the Seigoin Kabura soup for an additional 50 yen also had a seasonal taste and was delicious. But well, I tried my best after drinking three cups of coffee, but in the end, I didn't come up with any great ideas... Well, that's how it goes. (2014.12.記)

It feels nostalgic here, like a family restaurant with a similar atmosphere to when I was a child. The memories of coming here when I was young come flooding back, there is a nice old-fashioned charm. Today, I had some errands nearby so we decided to treat ourselves to a luxurious lunch at Denny's and ordered the demi-tama hamburger. The hamburger at Denny's was surprisingly soft and incredibly delicious. The only downside was the wait time for the food. But overall, I was very satisfied because it was so tasty! Thank you for the meal! By the way, my friend's child had the children's udon, it's nice that they have Japanese food on the menu too!

Date and time: May 26, 2013 (Sunday) 16:00 onwards Location: 1-cho, Higashi Asakusa, Taito-ku. From Asakusa, Horikiri, turn left onto Dote-dori and head towards Minowa. On the right-hand side, you will see a familiar 2-story Denny's store with a parking lot on the 1st floor and the restaurant on the 2nd floor. No waiting time. Atmosphere: Recently, while wandering around Kannon-ura and Kitasenju in Asakusa, I decided to have a late lunch here. The customers were a mix of young and elderly locals. Food: - Shrimp and Asparagus Tomato Cream Pasta (890 yen): I tried the newly introduced fresh pasta dishes at Denny's starting from May 21. I ordered the shrimp and asparagus tomato cream pasta, but I personally did not enjoy the fresh pasta. The noodles were too soft, more like udon than pasta. I believe authentic fresh pasta from Italy, made with durum wheat semolina flour, would be more delicious. - Steak Bowl Set (1180 yen): The steak bowl and udon set was a good choice. The steak, made with beef from New Zealand, was cooked to a medium-rare perfection. The meat was tender with minimal fat, possibly from the thigh or rump cuts. The steak sauce on the rice was generous and appealing to most tastes. The side dishes included white leek and eggplant. The udon noodles had a standard smooth texture, and the broth was on the richer side, similar to cup noodle flavors like "Akai Kitsune" or "Donbei." - Mango Mini Parfait (390 yen): The parfait was meticulously prepared as shown in the menu photos. The mango toppings were cut as shown, unlike a disappointing experience at another Denny's location where the mango pieces were much smaller. The service was satisfactory, and I was able to add a hot spring egg to my udon for an additional 100 yen. Additional information: The restaurant has expanded its non-smoking section.

There are few family restaurants with parking in the Asakusa area, which can be inconvenient when traveling by car. However, this restaurant is located in a convenient spot as it is just off a major street called Umamichi, even though it is a bit far from the station. The restaurant has a parking lot on the first floor and the dining area on the second floor, following a traditional layout. Unlike the Denny's near the Kaminarimon Gate, this place is less crowded and offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere. I tried the hamburger with grated sauce, which was light and delicious. I ordered a set with soup and rice, but I felt that adding a salad would be just right in terms of portion size. However, as I was dining alone, I found it difficult to order a salad and ended up skipping it.

Actually, family restaurants like "Denny's" and "Gusto" have a bad reputation at home. Due to a bad experience with their service many years ago, my partner has a negative opinion that has persisted for decades. In our household, except for "Saizeriya," other family restaurants are off-limits, but the bad reputation of "Gusto" has been gradually improving. However, "Denny's" is still not accepted. The bad service we received was at the Denny's Asakusa Kokusai Dori store and the Denny's Higashi Asakusa store. It was painful to be banned from the local stores (due to my partner's strong dislike). However, today I am alone. Furthermore, I have QUO cards. We were given two 500 yen QUO cards as all employees reached their sales target at work. With the Bon holiday starting today, I need to be careful with my money. So, after many years, I visited the Denny's Higashi Asakusa store. This store is located on Bado Street, which connects Asakusa Station and Minowa. Across the street is King's Table, known for its pork cutlet sandwich. As you come to this area, Bado Street is also known as "Dote Street." My partner dislikes the aforementioned two stores of Denny's because they are two-story stores. This is also due to difficulty in climbing stairs as my partner has leg problems. However, the stairs here have a gentle slope, so it shouldn't be too bothersome for the elderly. So, I decided to go there. It was a somewhat awkward time (around 1:30 p.m.), and there were fewer cars and bicycles in the parking lot than expected. To use the QUO card, I didn't want to leave any balance. Therefore, the absolute condition is to spend over 1,000 yen including tax, but I didn't want to pay extra cash. So, today, rather than choosing what I wanted to eat, I chose based on the price. I ended up ordering the grated hamburger and oyster fry set, which was just under 1,000 yen before tax and just over 1,000 yen after tax. This set comes with a choice of three side dishes: tofu salad, potato salad, and eggplant and cabbage with grated radish. I chose eggplant and cabbage. The set is served in a Japanese style with a rice bowl and miso soup. Chopsticks were also provided. When I took a bite of the hamburger with chopsticks, I thought, "This is salty!" Oh, this is quite a solid hamburger. So, I cut it with a knife and ate it with a fork, and realized that the soy sauce flavor was emphasized. It's not bad. The oyster fry was overcooked, so it lacked juiciness and only had a crispy texture. You can eat it without any condiments. It's an average taste that you would expect from a family restaurant. The fact that you can enjoy this kind of taste anywhere in the country is more significant, and the convenience of being able to enjoy both a meal and dessert without moving to another restaurant. I think this is invaluable. The slight discomfort of dining alone. If that could be eliminated, family restaurants would become the ultimate dining destination. Today, I was saved by the QUO card, so I wrote a review outside of my usual routine. When I checked my page, it said "Went / Want to go" ===========