The restaurant is divided into the first and second floors, and it seems that groups are guided to the second floor. The first floor has counter seats with partitions. This time, I had a small portion (300g) of Napolitan with a fried egg on top. The combination was perfect and I highly recommend it. Payment is made after ordering, and there are various cashless payment options available. In a time where many restaurants only accept cash through ticket vending machines, having multiple payment methods is a positive aspect.

I visited a Napoli chain restaurant for the first time, located in front of Yoyogi Station with good access. The staff seemed a bit rushed to close up as I arrived early. I ordered a small-sized Napoli with a sunny-side-up egg on top. The small size was the right choice as it was quite filling with thick noodles and rich tomato flavor. The ingredients were plentiful and the egg was half-cooked, adding to the richness when mixed in. Overall, I was quite satisfied with the meal and found it easy to visit alone.

I watched Masubuchi's YouTube over the weekend and decided that Monday is definitely Punch's day! I entered and immediately took a seat. The service was not as friendly as at the Shinjuku Minami-guchi store. I ordered the Meat Lovers size and used a popular set coupon. The popular set includes a hamburger and baked cheese. Since the topping on the Punch's day coupon has been reduced from 240 yen to 220 yen, I haven't been able to exchange it for a hamburger, so it was a rare treat to enjoy it again. I sprinkled pepper evenly while savoring the dish. The overcooked part of the noodles with the baked cheese is also irresistible. I finished it all in one go. Thank you for the meal!

From JR Yoyogi Station West Exit to Choro's Neapolitan restaurant. Order: Meat sauce extra large portion (500g) 820 yen (tax included), Potato salad (free coupon used) The meat sauce has a slight acidity and is somewhat oily. It's delicious and easy to eat at first, but as you progress, the flavor becomes stronger and autumn gradually sets in. To overcome this autumn feeling, I changed the flavor with powdered cheese and Tabasco. The potato salad serves as a good break in between bites. Both the Neapolitan and meat sauce are delicious at the beginning, but autumn inevitably arrives in the middle. If there was a way to prevent autumn from coming, it would be easier to enjoy until the end. I wonder if there's a good method to avoid it.

Napolitan Mega Portion for 820 yen (tax included). I found a Napolitan restaurant in Namba, Osaka, where I used to go regularly. I happened to be hungry, so I went in and ordered the Mega Portion. It was delicious as always, and I finished it in no time.

This is a Napoli-tan specialty store. However, I had the meat sauce with hamburger. The amount of noodles in a small size is 300g, which is quite filling. The noodles were on the softer side, not my preference as I like them al dente. The meat sauce didn't have any particular standout flavor.

Located right near Yoyogi Nishiguchi. Just across from Fuji Soba, next to the popular burger joint JB'S. I tried the limited-time offer until 5/31, the Salmon and Mushroom Butter Soy Sauce Pasta, small size (940 yen). I was used to ordering food with tickets at other places, so I was surprised that at Yoyogi, you have to order verbally. This means you have to wait for the waitress to be available both when ordering and when paying, which can be a bit bothersome. The floor and kitchen seemed to be slow, even though there were only about three customers, and it took almost 15 minutes for the food to be served (did Pancho always take this long?). There was also seating on the 2nd floor, but I was worried about what would happen if they also used that space (not my business). Now, onto the most important part, the taste. I anticipated that it would be difficult to catch the waitress again, so I got some lemon kosho and chili oil in advance. First, I tried it as it was. The visual was unmistakably butter soy sauce. The melted butter looked delicious. Shockingly, it lacked any significant flavor. I tried mixing it vigorously, but it was laughably tasteless. No concept of seasoning, huh? Can I have some salt please? I tried to remix it with lemon kosho and chili oil, but the lack of flavor remained. Maybe the salmon is salted? I thought as I ate, but no, it was bland. In desperation, I added powdered cheese, but it just didn't work. No, it doesn't go well (>_<). Whether it's the fault of the limited-time menu or the Yoyogi branch, there's no way to compare since it's a limited-time menu, but the quality as a chain restaurant has significantly declined. Maybe they should taste it before serving it. I've always been a bit careless because Pancho seems to maintain the same quality across all locations, but this time, with this limited-time offer (maybe because it's limited?), it seems different. I guess I have to stick to eating Neapolitan at Neapolitan restaurants. Naturally, I couldn't finish it.

Today I decided to go to Pancho for lunch, and as soon as my break started, I headed over. I ordered the Meaty Grilled Cheese and it was served in about 5 minutes. I got a spoon and some black pepper and enjoyed my meal. The noodles were grilled well along with the cheese, and it was really delicious. I'm addicted to it now. Adding extra black pepper makes it even more delicious. Definitely give it a try.

I visited for a slightly late lunch. I used the 500 yen coupon for Meat Day and ordered the Meat Sauce with extra noodles. It arrived in about 5 minutes. I added a spoon and pepper, sprinkled plenty of powdered cheese, added more pepper, and then enjoyed my meal. The noodles were slightly burnt, with some crispy parts, which I liked. I wondered how to order them this way and savored every bite.

During my routine gym visit on Sunday, I stopped by this restaurant near Yoyogi Station for lunch. I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered a small portion of Napolitan. They provided a large bottle of Tabasco and powdered cheese, which I sprinkled generously on top. It was just the right amount to eat. The small portion cost 750 yen.

Napolitan offers three sizes: regular, large, and extra-large, all for the same price of 820 yen. I tried the large size, and it was more filling than it looked. The large size comes with 500 grams of noodles, so it's definitely a lot! It's a great deal for those who can eat a lot. If you can't eat that much, you might want to try a regular size at another restaurant. The taste is like the nostalgic Napolitan from the past and it's delicious. The noodles are thick, around 1.9mm to 2.2mm, providing a satisfying texture. They have powdered cheese and Tabasco available at a separate table for you to add yourself. Water is self-serve as well. Considering the taste and price, it's impressive that they have a chain of restaurants, showing their corporate efforts. I would like to try the meat sauce next time if I have the chance.

This is a pasta restaurant with nearly 30 locations nationwide. I used to frequent the Omiya location, but stumbled upon the Yoyogi location and was drawn in. Don't you sometimes crave spaghetti out of the blue? The signature dishes here are "meat sauce" and "Napolitan". I personally prefer Napolitan. I'll also add a fried egg on top. The small size is 820 yen, but you can upgrade to a regular or mega size for 920 yen. I remember regretting ordering the mega size when I was much younger, so I'll stick with the regular size. The noodles are extremely thick, providing a satisfying chewiness. You'll definitely leave feeling full. And the taste never disappoints. It's the classic flavor of Napolitan! Try the Napolitan here and become a Napolitan enthusiast!

■Visit Date: November 11, 2022 ■Ordered Item: Extra-large portion of Napolitan ■MEMO I had the Napolitan with an extra-large portion. The noodles were chewy and thick, with a hint of sweetness from the onions and a nice touch of flavor from the Vienna sausages. I enjoyed eating it piping hot, with ketchup all around my mouth. It was delicious. Plus, it was very filling. I left the restaurant completely satisfied. ■Blog https://ay-style.net/

I occasionally saw this place and was interested, so I decided to visit. It's a shop near Yoyogi Station where there is always a line of older gentlemen at lunchtime. Inside, there is a long space with a counter. When you sit down, the staff will come to take your order. I ordered the standard size of Napolitan pasta and drank self-service water while waiting. When the Napolitan arrived, it was a huge portion! I regretted not ordering the small size... It was seasoned with a strong ketchup flavor, and you can adjust the taste with various condiments provided at the table, such as extra-large Tabasco and powdered cheese. The staff also brought lemon Tabasco and pepper upon request. Despite trying to change the flavor little by little, the portion seemed never-ending. I felt bad, but I couldn't finish it all. The space is quite narrow, and you may constantly brush against the large gentlemen sitting next to you, which made it a bit challenging for me personally. Thank you for the meal.

The Chinese restaurant closed down and became Pancho. There is also one in Shinjuku South Exit. No ticket vending machine here. Curry with naan for 980 yen. The curry has no ingredients, similar to Go Go Curry. Small amount of vegetables, naan as usual. Maybe just the pasta would be better.

I tried the omelette rice at Pancho in Yoyogi. It opened this year and has been popular, so I finally decided to try it. I ordered the regular size, which was 400g, and I was satisfied with it. They offer free upsizing, but I didn't need it. The service was a bit rough, but maybe it was just that day. It was convenient that they accepted Suica.

I used to go to Pancho in Minami-Shinjuku, but now there is a new Pancho that opened in Yoyogi, which is where I live. It's located in a corner near Yoyogi station, which is an area with a lot of turnover. The interior of the restaurant is simple, with just a counter, and the ordering system is the same as other locations. You can get your own water, and choose the amount of spaghetti you want. Each table has Tabasco and powdered cheese so you can adjust the flavor to your liking. This time, I tried the Stamina dish, but I forgot to add the fried egg! Next time, I'll make sure to get the fried egg and give it another try.

Why do you go to Pancho? Because Pancho is there. Finally, Pancho has opened within walking distance of my home. It's a legendary spot. I must go there no matter what. I think I've been eating this for about 12 years since I first went to the Shibuya store around 2010. The stores I've been to are as follows: Shibuya store, Shibuya Minami store (closed?), Kanda store (closed), Omiya store, Ikebukuro store, Kichijoji store, Shinjuku store. The cooking is done by part-timers, so the taste changes every time I go. It's just a simple spaghetti, but it's as expensive as ramen, and I regret eating it afterwards, but about half a year later, I feel like eating it again. That's the charm of eating at Pancho. This shop doesn't have a ticket machine, you have to order like at Yoshinoya, which is surprising. The layout inside the shop is standard for Pancho, but the music playing is not 70s enka songs. I don't think Mr. Children counts as enka. Also, they're not playing Dixieland jazz on the outdoor speakers. The Pancho Nami is neither better nor worse than Pancho. I think it's a bit much to be more expensive than Katsuya's katsudon, but it's been like that since the old days. Oh, and I guess the large serving is just impossible, right? The regular serving here is 400g already. I was defeated by the young woman in the back seat. It's not about winning or losing.

Napolitan fried egg: Regular size 860 yen. Upon closer look, the Mega size seems to be the same price. Visited around 6:15 PM, seems like a recently opened store, but it was very busy with male customers dining alone. The menu seems to mainly consist of Napolitan and meat sauce. There are large bottles of Tabasco and powdered cheese on the table. They seem to also provide mayonnaise if requested. The dish arrived hot. The noodles are a bit thick. I tried it without any condiments. It was delicious with plenty of ketchup and some vegetables. Adding Tabasco and powdered cheese made it even tastier. The dish stayed hot even after some time, which was nice. I enjoyed it while sweating a bit. I received a coupon for discounted toppings during payment. I would like to visit again if I have the chance.

During a regular lunchtime visit around 1pm, the restaurant was 80% full. The first floor had counter seats (11 seats) while the second floor had table seats, but only mobile orders were accepted on the second floor, so I decided to sit on the first floor without hesitation. I ordered the Napoletana regular portion for ¥850 (although the menu listed it as ¥760, I was charged ¥850 at checkout). The portion of the Napoletana was 400g with slightly sweet tomato sauce, sausages, onions, and green peppers adding a nice touch. However, as I continued eating, the rich tomato sauce became overwhelming and I got tired of the same taste, regretting not opting for the large portion (500g). Overall, it might be a good conversation starter to try a Napoletana specialty shop, but it may be difficult to revisit this particular restaurant.