This time, we made a reservation for three people. Each of us chose our favorite dishes and enjoyed a course meal. It was fun to share and try different dishes. We had a close interaction with the chef and the staff, enjoyed conversations, and had a pleasant time. The herbal liquor and tea were specially made by the restaurant. You can choose them according to your physical condition and preferences. They have a great healing effect. Even though we were full, we didn't feel uncomfortable at all and could feel the effects of the herbal ingredients. This is a restaurant I would like to visit regularly.

We visited the Western-style medicinal cuisine restaurant Wood Spoon with 6 morning yoga friends. We had the chef's special course which included pumpkin mousse with homemade prosciutto and olive sauce, hearty minestrone soup, roast beef and avocado salad, pork sauté with blueberry sauce, okra fritters and mushrooms, and banana mousse with tofu ice cream. We forgot to take photos of the minestrone and dessert. We also enjoyed some medicinal liqueurs: celery, lemon, and gin for balancing the body and mind, chrysanthemum and brandy for relieving eye fatigue and improving skin, and jujube, kuko nuts, and brandy for menopausal symptoms, digestive health, and overall well-being. Dining with close friends is nourishment for the soul - it was a delightful time.

The chef's whimsical, specialty restaurant. The fried food doesn't feel heavy. Everything I ate was delicious. The chef has been in the business for a long time and will make anything you want once you get to know them. It feels like the menu is being created on the spot while chatting. Thank you for the meal.

I was invited by a friend and visited this restaurant. The chef was friendly and the customers were nice, so I was able to enjoy a quiet and leisurely lunch. The wine was great, and the roast beef without sauce was delicious. I also bought roast beef pilaf and chicken in red wine sauce (frozen) for takeout and tried them at home, and they were also very tasty.

Blog: Hangover Cure Meal at Wood Spoon on Instagram I actually intended to go to "Shiraishi" that I had visited before, but to my surprise, there was a restaurant in the same building right before it! I didn't notice it at first. Suddenly, I saw the restaurant. Moreover, it had a lunch vibe, so I decided to save "Shiraishi" for another time and embrace this new encounter. It's not that hard to find, actually. In front of this restaurant, there is also a sushi restaurant. (And they serve lunch too!) Lunch Menu: - Roast Pork with Peppercorn Sauce - Salmon and Zucchini Cream Pasta - Curry Rice - Omelette Rice - Pasta and a daily changing side dish The menu was displayed in front of the restaurant, which was very helpful! I ordered the Roast Pork with Peppercorn Sauce because I was craving it. First, the soup arrived. I sipped on the soup while waiting for the main dish. Then, the Roast Pork arrived. I had imagined the sauce would be mainly peppercorn, but it turned out to be a delicious demi-glace sauce with peppercorns sprinkled on top. It tasted amazing! The sauce complemented the Roast Pork perfectly and enhanced its flavor. It was a great match with rice, making it a top-notch Western dish for a casual lunch. The pasta salad was also delicious, with a generous amount of mayo sauce for a satisfying bite. Mixing the Roast Pork sauce with the pasta salad created a whole new level of deliciousness. For dessert, they served Bavarois with a choice of hot coffee or tea. It was a complete course meal. Even the spoon for the Bavarois was chilled. They paid attention to every detail, which was great! Overall, I had a great experience at this restaurant that I didn't even know existed (or didn't notice). It turned out to be a hidden gem. The lunchtime was surprisingly busy, and I realized I might be the only one who didn't know about it, as it seemed quite popular. It's always nice to discover new restaurants by chance like this. The interior of the restaurant was stylish, and I thought it would be a great place to enjoy some Western food and drinks at night.

Today's dish was shirasu spaghetti! It also came with soup! The pasta was cooked perfectly and delicious! For dessert, I had a drink and jelly - Earl Grey tea and yuzu jelly.

Hidden gem bistro located on the old TV Asahi Street. Many regular customers. Lunch options include daily specials, pasta, curry rice, and omurice. I tried the omurice for 1,000 yen (tax included) and it was delicious with a thick layer of egg. Comes with soup, mini dessert, and a drink. Only downside is that smoking is allowed. Overall, I would definitely consider revisiting this place.

Located in Roppongi, on the opposite side of the street is Nishi-Azabu, and just a little further down the road is Moto-Azabu, a hidden gem bistro, restaurant & bar called Wood Spoon. I have been a regular customer since its opening in 2007, but I haven't visited in a few years. When I finally returned, the master was still there, and it was heartwarming that he remembered me. Wood Spoon's lunch menu offers daily specials of meat dishes, fish dishes, curry, omurice, and pasta. The master asked if I wanted the usual, and I opted for the meat dish. That day's meat dish was oyster stewed beef belly. Despite the name, it was a Western-style dish, although it looked like a red wine stew at first glance. The meat was tender enough to cut with chopsticks and had a rich flavor. The long, vegetable-like item cooked with the meat turned out to be sausage, which was a surprising addition that enhanced the meatiness. What I enjoy about Wood Spoon is that they always surprise me with dishes that differ from the menu names. After the meal, I had coffee and banana cake. This is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a leisurely meal or drinks after exploring Roppongi Hills. The article being referenced can be found here: http://goo.gl/6DFKjy

I was aiming for a different shop but happened to come across this one. It is located on the 2nd floor of a building along TV Asahi Street, across from the newly renovated Heart and Vascular Research Institute Hospital. The interior is small, with a counter seating for 6 and 4 tables for a total of 16 seats. Unfortunately, it is not smoke-free, so if you are sensitive to smoke, be cautious. I visited around 12:30 PM, with about 6 other customers already there, most of them smoking. It seems to have many regular customers, as the staff were calling out their names as they came in. [Lunch Menu] Lunch hours are from 11:45 AM to 2:30 PM. The price is uniform at 950 yen, which includes soup, a drink, and a mini dessert. (Drink options: coffee, tea, or herbal tea) 1. Omelette rice with mushroom sauce 2. Various vegetable salad (with baguette) 3. Curry rice with choice of toppings (beef tendon, shrimp, or mushrooms) 4. Daily pasta (shrimp cream pasta) 5. Daily fish dish (salmon fish cake with tomato sauce) 6. Daily meat dish (grilled pork belly) I was in the mood for pasta, so I ordered the shrimp cream pasta. After about a 10-minute wait, the pasta arrived with about 10 plump shrimp. The sauce was on the lighter side, with a mild saltiness. Personally, I would have liked more black pepper, but the taste was decent. The mini dessert was an apple jelly, and overall, with the drink and soup included, it was worth the price.

Located south of the Grand Hyatt in Roppongi Hills, just past Keyakizaka Terrace, you will find this small restaurant on the second floor of a building. The interior is a bit cramped with a counter and a few tables. For lunch, they offer daily specials including meat dishes, fish dishes, and pasta. They also have curry and omurice, making the menu quite diverse. The set menu includes soup, drink, and dessert for 950 yen, which is very reasonable compared to other nearby restaurants. The atmosphere is casual and the food is good. Highly recommended.

The other day, I walked by this place and bookmarked it because it caught my attention. It's located on the second floor of a building, and it can be a bit tricky to find your way there. You can access the restaurant using stairs that seem to lead only to another izakaya called Shiraiishi. When I arrived at around 12 o'clock, there was only one other group besides me. The restaurant had counter seats and table seats, with one person in the kitchen and one on the floor. Ashtrays were placed on the table seats by default, which was a bit off-putting for non-smokers like me. The lunch menu offered various options like omurice, salad, curry rice, pasta, meat dishes, and fish dishes for 950 yen, including soup and a drink. I chose today's meat dish (spare ribs) and ordered an iced tea. The soup was served immediately after ordering, a large cup of tomato cream soup which was quite good. Soon after finishing the soup, my main dish of spare ribs and rice arrived, garnished with potatoes and broccoli that were a bit cold. The spare ribs tasted like roasted pork or char siu with a slightly sweet seasoning. The sauce was a clear, slightly thick broth-like sauce. Despite the quick service, the meat dish was surprisingly delicious. As soon as I finished eating, my iced tea and a small mango mousse (which had a subtle mango flavor) were served. It only took 10 minutes from entering the restaurant to receiving dessert and drinks, which was impressively fast. The service was efficient, the chef and staff worked well together, and the overall operation was smooth. It was a bit disappointing that smoking was allowed, but overall, it was a good restaurant.

★3.2 [FILE 927] 2012/08/24 (Fri) 11:56 Visited a bistro that opened in December 2007 on the 2nd floor of the inconspicuous Roppongi Arms Building, just past the Keyaki-zaka Terrace on the west side of Roppongi Hills, passing through Roppongi Street from Roppongi. The interior of the restaurant has a calm atmosphere with a dark brown wood theme. There are a total of 20 seats, including 6 tables by the window on the right side, 2 tables in the front left, 4 tables in the front left, 2 tables in the back left, and 6 counter seats in the back right. There were no other customers at the time of the visit. After 30 minutes, there were only 3 groups and 5 customers, so the lunchtime was very quiet. The customer base is 70% male and 30% female. The service is provided by one male staff member who is polite and efficient. The lunch menu includes: Regular Omelette Rice with Mushroom Sauce for 950 yen, Various Vegetable Salad for 950 yen, Curry Rice with a choice of beef tendon, shrimp, or mushrooms for 950 yen, Daily Pasta with Clams (salt) for 950 yen, Daily Fish dish of Shrimp Fry for 950 yen, and Daily Meat dish of Chicken Confit for 950 yen. All dishes come with soup, coffee, and dessert. For coffee, you can choose from Hot/Iced Coffee or Hot/Iced Tea. I ordered the Chicken Confit for 950 yen. The meal included Consomme Soup, Chicken Confit, Rice, Banana pastry, and Iced Coffee. The soup, made with chopped onions and bacon, had a strong garlic flavor and was very delicious. The main dish, Chicken Confit, was served on a white plate with plenty of tomato sauce and a generous portion of potato salad. The sauce had a rich flavor combining tomato and demi-glace, and the potato salad was well-seasoned and satisfying. The juicy chicken was also delicious. The dessert was a mini-sized banana pastry. The Iced Coffee was rich and tasty. The comfortable and calm atmosphere of the restaurant, along with the hearty and flavorful meat dish, made it a relaxing lunch spot with a warm wooden interior, garlic-infused soup, mini dessert, and coffee.

I went to a lunch restaurant recommended by a friend. The atmosphere of the restaurant was like a stylish bar, and I didn't expect much from the lunch there. However, the lunch menu was surprisingly extensive, with three options to choose from: "meat," "fish," and "pasta." There were also several types of pasta to choose from, along with different sauces. First, three appetizers were served, and they were not just ordinary dishes – even the edamame was delicious. Next came the main dish, which was surprisingly generous in portion for such a stylish restaurant. The taste was amazing, with the melted cheese and crispy crust perfectly matching. Just when I thought it was over, a dessert was served, followed by coffee/tea, making the overall service quite satisfying. It's rare to find such a great deal for 1,050 yen in Roppongi. The restaurant is located on the second floor of a building, so it may be a bit hard to find, but it's definitely worth a visit.

I went to this restaurant for lunch a few times. The atmosphere of the place is cozy, with both counter and table seating available. When regular customers sit at the counter, the staff would ask, "The usual?" and the customers would just nod, indicating that they can have their usual lunch. The service is attentive yet subtle, with the staff discreetly refilling water glasses. The soup served is a light potage, different from a simple consommé, making it a delightful addition to the lunch. The main dishes, whether meat or fish with unique sauces, may have flavors that some may not prefer, but overall they are quite delicious. Desserts like jelly and cheesecake are also included and are equally enjoyable. The coffee is freshly brewed each time. As I write this, I appreciate the effort to ensure that customers enjoy their meals, even during lunchtime. I highly recommend trying this place out. If you're interested, please check out my blog as well.

It had been a while since I went to Roppongi, and it was also a long time since I met up with my friend. We both didn't know much about Roppongi, but we stumbled upon this restaurant. The name of the place seemed familiar to me, like I had seen it in a magazine before. So we decided to go in and sit at the counter. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere with about 20 seats. The initial impression of the service was good, which made me feel relieved. It's a casual French restaurant where you can enjoy a full meal or just have some light bites. We had a Burgundy wine, and the steamed abalone with consomme jelly and liver mousse was excellent. The grilled beef fillet with Gorgonzola sauce had a nice impact and was to my liking. The ingredients were great, but the sauces really stood out. They had a good selection of single malts, so we didn't need to move to another place for a second round. It's a place where you can casually drop by alone as well, and they also serve lunch, so it seems very convenient. The restaurant was lively, but the use of wood in the interior made it feel cozy. If you become a regular at such a place, you might be respected... maybe.

A small bistro located on the second floor of a mixed-use building on the left side about 40 meters down from Keyaki-zaka in Roppongi Hills, towards Hiroo. The kitchen and dining area are run by two men. The atmosphere is somewhat homey, like a restaurant in a residential area, but it's oddly relaxing. There are about 6 counter seats and table seats. I attended a lively 6-person girls' gathering this time. I didn't confirm if it was non-smoking, as there were people smoking, so it doesn't seem to be completely smoke-free. The wine menu is simple, with Burgundy and Bordeaux available. The more affordable Chilean wines are also on offer. I tried the Domaine Helene Charlopin Marsannay 2008 for 7000 yen. It has a strawberry-like scent of Chambolle and a rustic, hearty flavor. It's still young, so it lacks integration, but it's enjoyable. We also had shrimp croquettes, sweet shrimp wrapped in pastry, whelk, and ratatouille. All the dishes had straightforward and delicious flavors. They also offer pasta and maintain a casual atmosphere, but the French cuisine meets the standards of a satisfying wine bar. They also have a Cremant de Loire, so I plan to try that next time.

Within a radius of 30 meters from my workplace, I really like this restaurant where you can eat for around 1000 yen. In this area, there are many highly rated restaurants like Chinese restaurant Hua Yuan, pizza place August beer club, curry restaurant Fjord, 37 Steakhouse & Bar, with ratings over 3.4 on Tabelog, and I feel like they are attracting repeat customers away from this place. However, I consider this restaurant to be one of the best around Roppongi and Azabu where you can get delicious food for around 1000 yen. Personally, I tend to rate places highly when they serve sophisticated meat dishes. If you are looking for a place within a 50-meter radius, I recommend this place over the highly rated ones I mentioned earlier. Despite being a well-established restaurant, it surprisingly has a low number of reviews on Tabelog, probably because it's relatively new and located in a less visible area since around 2008. It might be circulating mainly within the local office lady network. The food here, whether it's meat, fish, pasta, or curry, is elegantly and carefully prepared, and it tastes delicious. As other reviewers have mentioned, the meal includes appetizers and dessert, all for just 1050 yen, making it really cost-effective. Also, the atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice. It's cozy with lots of wood elements, making it perfect for a date or any special occasion.