I visited this restaurant after reading a blog that introduced food and drink establishments in the Kushiro area. When I arrived around 1 o'clock, there was no one else there. I thought it was a popular place, but maybe it was just a coincidence? The interior of the restaurant had a somewhat dim atmosphere, like a coffee shop. Smoking was allowed, as evidenced by the ashtrays on the tables. There were old comics like "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" available, making it a good place to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee. There were also sports newspapers available. I couldn't find the menu at first, but the owner brought it over and told me about the daily special menu. I decided to order the daily lunch special for 600 yen, called "Menjo," which included ramen, rice, and side dishes. While waiting for my meal, I watched TV to pass the time. The lunch special that day was a homemade hamburger set. It came with rice, miso soup, warm tofu, tuna and carrot salad, and a separate plate with the hamburger. The meal looked good and was quite filling. The hamburger itself was about 200 grams, with a thin but wide patty covered in demi-glace sauce. The seasoning of the hamburger was mild, allowing the flavor of the demi-glace sauce to stand out. The salad and side dishes were a nice addition to the meal, and for 600 yen, I was satisfied with the portion size and taste. To my surprise, the meal also came with a drink, chocolate, and a character caramel. This place is great for those who want to relax and enjoy a leisurely meal, with a variety of menu options to choose from. I'm curious about the "Menjo" and "Dorami-chan" menu items for next time!

Kawbell is a boarding house and dining place that offers a variety of dishes such as set meals, pasta, and ramen. The prices are around 600 to 1000 yen, and during lunchtime, there are daily specials for 700 yen and ramen set meals for 600 yen. The portions are generous and the quality is consistently good. They also provide drinks and snacks after the meal, making it a great value. The place tends to get crowded with office workers around noon. The only downside is that it's not smoke-free, so it can be uncomfortable for non-smokers. I haven't been there for dinner, so I'm not sure about the menu or operating hours. Overall, it's a favorite spot of mine.

This restaurant has not been open for dinner since April 2016. Therefore, please note that the restaurant closes at 2:30 pm. They serve lunch, so I will order the "Men-ten" (not a typo). The owner handles everything from cooking to taking orders, payment, and service, so let's all cooperate. Let's not leave books on the table by mistake. Let's cherish this 600 yen meal with a good portion. The "Men-ten" includes soy sauce ramen, mini katsudon, vegetable salad, and pickles, which is quite a large portion for lunch. You can choose from coffee (hot or cold), oolong tea, or orange juice to go with it. The seasoning is student-friendly, slightly on the salty side. They also offer a katsudon lunch. I hope they continue to run the business, but the owner seems tired.