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For those who enjoy exploring various restaurants, it is very convenient to have a reasonably priced restaurant where you can enjoy dishes for around 1000 yen. This restaurant is located right outside the No.2 exit of Nakatsu Station, where you can find a great selection of budget-friendly restaurants. You can easily visit about three restaurants in the Nakatsu Station area alone, especially if you have a big appetite. The restaurant is situated along a main street, with a bright and welcoming atmosphere thanks to its glass windows. I visited around 2:30 or 3:00 in the afternoon, and although customers kept coming in, there was no wait, and there were plenty of bread options available. With closing time at 8:00 pm, you have the chance to visit even after work, which is great. This time, I chose some bread based on good reviews I found. ・Cheese Epi with Balsamic Sauce - 264 yen tax included Everyone seemed to highly praise the Bacon Epi, so I had my eye on it even before entering. The cheese dough wrapped in a chewy baguette, with bacon baked inside, had a crispy surface and was finished with balsamic sauce. At this price point, many famous shops offer small Bacon Epis, but this one was a bit larger, delicious, and very good value for money. Highly recommended. ・Mushroom and Sausage Gratin Bread - 259 yen tax included The sign said "Baguette dough," but when I tried it, it had a soft and fluffy texture, which was a nice contrast to the Bacon Epi. The not-too-sweet bechamel sauce, plenty of shimeji mushrooms, and chunky sausages made this a satisfying and tasty choice at this price point. Highly recommended. ・Matcha Melon Bread - 243 yen tax included I simply love melon bread, so I chose this one because the crispy surface looked delicious. The matcha cookie dough with white chocolate was indeed crispy and thick, and the brioche dough inside made it feel like eating a pastry. Personally, I'm not a big fan of brioche dough (even though it was written on the price tag, I didn't notice), but the other two items were really delicious. If you ever find yourself in the Nakatsu Station area, be sure to visit this restaurant. Thank you for the meal.