On my first visit, I was taken to a cozy bar by a local, where we sat on the sofa in the back and relaxed. Since we were in Hokkaido, we decided to try some local whiskey, ordering one glass each of Taketsuru and Yoichi on the rocks. We chatted, enjoyed some light snacks, and ended up staying for quite a while. The bill came out to a little over 7,000 yen for the two of us.

We visited a wonderful hidden gem in Maruyama, a cozy restaurant with a stylish interior. We went upstairs to find a counter, table seating, and a private room with a mix of sofa and regular chairs. The decor was chic and elegant, with black sofas and tables, and small details like a bell and cutlery added a nice touch. We each ordered our favorite drinks, starting with a glass of red wine. The spinach and bacon quiche served as a tasty appetizer. For main dishes, we enjoyed grilled thick-cut bacon, local vegetable salad, and flounder carpaccio, all beautifully presented on plates. The bacon was smoked right after we ordered, giving it a delicious aroma. Every dish was not only delicious but also visually appealing. We ordered a second round of drinks, including a refreshing gin and tonic with lots of sudachi. The staff was friendly and provided excellent service. It was a lovely place to spend some quality adult time.

Second stop of the Maruyama off-meeting. After enjoying a live performance that felt like seeing my daughter in her finest moment, we indulged in a luxurious Genghis Khan meal before moving on to the next restaurant. Another stylish establishment, just as expected in Maruyama. I ordered a glass of white wine, my favorite type with fruity aroma and rich flavor. We were served spinach and bacon quiche as an appetizer, a dish that truly captures the essence of Maruyama. It wasn't a stew... haha! It paired perfectly with the wine. We also had a salad with local vegetables, flounder carpaccio, and grilled bacon. The presentation of the vegetables, thickness of the flounder, and quick smoking of the bacon were all meticulously done and stylish. Of course, the taste was excellent. I ordered another glass of wine. I would like to come back to this restaurant for a hearty meal at a leisurely pace. Feeling pleasantly tipsy, we decided to call it a night and walked back home. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I crashed the second party of the Maruyama Off Meeting with a few people... I used to visit during the "Ura Omotesando Festival," but this is my first time coming during regular business hours. We boldly entered the private room at the back of the store... It felt like a VIP room from the bubble era lol The spinach quiche was good overall, although slightly oily. The balance of flavors was nice. We ordered the flounder carpaccio, which was a bit sloppy but had a delicious sauce. I don't remember much about the homemade bacon note lol We mostly drank beer throughout. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice, and the staff's service was pleasant. I would like to visit again and take my time next time.

I arrived with the smell of Genghis Khan. The appearance is reminiscent of Maruyama. For those of us from the countryside in Minami Ward, the building is dazzling along with the lighting. I was guided to a room in the back, which also had a Maruyama feel. The staff in the hall were full of Maruyama taste, leaving me in awe. I ordered a Gin and Tonic with plenty of fresh sudachi for 600 yen. This was delicious. I could have as many as I wanted. The appetizer was some kind of quiche. I shared some food that someone else had ordered. The Hokkaido vegetable salad for 800 yen must have had fresh vegetables. The grilled thick-cut bacon with instant smoke for 1,000 yen was tasty, and the vegetables on the side were also delicious. The flounder carpaccio for 800 yen was made for each person with one slice. For the second drink, I had a super carbonated lemon sour with plenty of fresh lemon for 600 yen. It was also delicious, but I felt that the sudachi was more suited to my taste. It was a fun experience. Even us country folks from Minami Ward might want to come back here. Thank you for the meal.

The atmosphere was great, the food and drinks were delicious, and we had a great time at our girls' night out. I would like to try other dishes next time I visit.

I was very impressed with the polite service from the time of booking. The restaurant was clean and the semi-private room in the back was very comfortable. The course dishes were all meticulously prepared and delicious. The cost performance was also good, so I highly recommend this restaurant!

I was captivated by the presence of the entire building of Maruyama Maru, which is a completely smoke-free space. I was initially drawn to the atmosphere, the appeal of late-night opening hours, and the reasonable prices. It's quite convenient to visit, which is a great point. There are customers with late-night energy, but this has become one of the restaurants I want to visit again. I had wanted to visit the previous restaurant at night, but I kept putting it off thinking I could go anytime, only to find out that the restaurant had disappeared. I used to pass by this street frequently during the day due to work, so I had been thinking about coming here to check it out before and after opening hours. And recently, when I stopped passing by this street during the day due to work, I came here. First, I had a glass of wine. I heard something like Cantodolce from Italy, but I couldn't find it when I searched, so it might be Cantrosso. In any case, I had red wine from Italy, and I drank it without trying to show off, as my occasional habit of swishing the wine around came out, but no one saw it, and no one was watching. Hmm... maybe whiskey next. The appetizer was sautéed gizzards with black pepper, and the vegetables mixed in were perhaps Japanese knotweed. The fresh taste and texture of the crisp gizzards, along with the satisfying crunch, made this delicious appetizer a personal favorite. The cheese platter was more fulfilling than I expected! It was a platter of various types of cheese to enjoy. It included Brie, Turkish pepper, Gorgonzola cheese, Mimolette, Port wine cheddar cheese, and also dried pomegranate fruits, which I happen to like. I would also be happy with dried grapes as a fruit. The types of cheese are written based on what I heard, so there may be some differences, but they were all delicious. It was a blissful moment to enjoy the richness and flavor of the cheese while drinking alcohol. From the second glass onwards, I had whiskey on the rocks. Glenfiddich 12 Years is aged for a minimum of 12 years in barrels of American oak and Spanish oak. It has a fresh fruity aroma like fresh pears and a complex and elegant taste with a hint of oak. This is a delicious and easy-to-drink whiskey based on my experience of drinking it several times. The ice was standard, so it was good for me that it diluted quickly. Laphroaig 10 Years was also on the rocks. I remembered that I still had some at home that I hadn't finished drinking. This one has a medicinal smell, but it's easy to drink little by little due to the unique flavor of the barrel. It seemed to be the most distinctive whiskey among the five whiskies I tried at this restaurant. As I drank, it felt like it was going to be familiar but couldn't quite get there. The distinctive peaty and iodine nuances of this whiskey continued to assert themselves without changing. The ice cubes were melting quickly, but the finished mackerel and eggplant confit was excellent. The rare taste of raw mackerel without a strong flavor. The herb-scented eggplant was also delicious! This was a satisfying dish that I enjoyed eating. The slightly oily confit eggplant paired with the strong peaty taste of the whiskey was a very unique, earthy, clay-like, and fuel-like flavor. It lingered in the nasal cavity for a long time, but with the confit eggplant and some cheeses, I felt that this strong flavor was somewhat neutralized. Still, the peaty smell and the medicinal iodine smell that could be felt from the tip of the nose were... maybe I made a mistake in choosing this whiskey... It seemed like a point where preferences could differ. This was stronger than the flavors of various cheeses. There were 6 counter seats, 2 tables for 4 people, and 1 table for 2 people, and it seemed like there was a private space at the back. I remembered how wonderful that private space used to be while nibbling on cheese, eating bits of confit, and sipping whiskey little by little. Overall 4.0, Taste 3.8, Service ---

On a certain Sunday in July, we decided to wander around the "Ura Omotesando Festival". We arrived around 1 pm and although we initially passed by, a quick search on "Tabelog" showed that it was an "officially registered store" with no reviews yet. So, we made an emergency visit to be the first to leave a review. The restaurant is located on the second floor of a building, but there are temporary tables set up in front of the first floor as well. We were told that we could also dine inside, so we climbed the stairs to enter. The interior was elegantly designed with a calm atmosphere, featuring a counter with 6 seats, a table for 2, and two tables for 4. Towards the back of the restaurant, there were private booths, including a VIP-like room with a sofa for 4 people. Although they usually do not open for lunch, they had a special menu for the "Ura Omotesando Festival", offering a few selections from their grand menu. We ordered a "draft beer (Premium Malts) @500", "edamame @300", and "white liver pate @500". The Premium Malts beer had a fine foam and tasted delicious. The edamame was of high quality, with large beans that had a good texture and light seasoning, leaving a positive impression. As for the white liver pate, I have a weakness for it and always order it when I see it on the menu. This pate was soft, had no unpleasant odor, and a low salt content, making it exquisite. It had been a while since I had such delicious white liver pate. Although our expectations were high, having already eaten at various places, we couldn't eat more. Looking at the grand menu, we were surprised by the variety of food options, ranging from light snacks like "mixed nuts (small) @300" to a "cheese assortment @1,400". For main dishes, they had pasta such as "spaghetti aglio e olio @800" and others like "natto fried rice @800" and "beef stroganoff @1,200". As for drinks, they offered "today's fresh fish carpaccio @800", "escargot @1,400", "jamon serrano @1,000~", as well as "gyoza", "mapo tofu", "omelette", and more, all at a good cost performance. With a wide variety of options and good cost performance, it seems like you can enjoy a meal tailored to your needs. They are open from 6 pm to 3 am, catering to those who enjoy late-night dining. On our way out, we received a business card from the manager, Mr. Takeshi Ooue, who provided attentive service that was truly commendable. This place seems poised to become a popular spot in Ura Omotesando. Thank you for the meal, we will definitely visit again.

2019/6 Maruyama Tipsy Fest 4th Stop (° ꈊ °)✧˖° This event is held every year for 10 days from June 14th to 23rd, offering a great deal to experience the upscale Maruyama area in a more approachable way. Tickets cost 3500 yen or 4500 yen, allowing you to visit 3-4 different places. The final stop is a stylish and chic establishment that truly embodies the essence of Maruyama. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is sophisticated. The ticket includes two drinks, cold cheese fondue with baguette, and sparkling wine. As a lady who loves Maruyama, I thoroughly enjoyed the cold cheese fondue with baguette and sparkling wine. Since it was time for the last train, I had to head home. It was a fun experience. Thank you for the meal!

I chose this place as the last stop at the "Maruyama Food Festival x Tipsy Festival" event. It seemed popular as I couldn't get in early and had to come back after trying another place. The atmosphere is bright and welcoming for women dining alone. I was greeted by a handsome guy serving Jamon Serrano. For my first drink, I had sparkling wine which was well chilled and easy to drink, making me feel tipsy quickly. The festival menu included "Cold Cheese Fondue" which had a smooth white sauce-like texture that didn't solidify even though it was cold. It was a generous portion with baguette, filling me up. For my second drink, I had white wine which was sweet, but I was already tipsy so I drank it quickly. It was a fun bar hopping experience in the Maruyama area where I don't usually go. I ate too much so I'll walk home. Thank you for the meal!