My son, who will start working in the spring, came back home, so we went out to eat together after a long time. There were three adults and one child, and we ate and drank heartily, spending around 17,000 yen. My son's favorite seared salmon was fatty and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The horse sashimi was served with a sweet soy sauce that eliminated any unpleasant smell and was very tasty. The fried chicken, which we always order, was as juicy and delicious as ever. Although not shown in the photos, we always order the special udon for the child, and it is always delicious! For the finish, a light dish is also good, but we always order it from the beginning. From dashimaki to fried oysters, pickled rice bowl to ochazuke, we were completely satisfied with the consistently delicious food. The staff's service is always pleasant, making us want to come back again. The child liked the cute waitress at the restaurant.

The restaurant was stylish and the food was delicious.

I went to have lunch at a restaurant for the first time. It seems that reservations are required, so I made a reservation in advance. The interior of the restaurant had a stylish atmosphere with indirect lighting, and each table was separated by curtains, so I was able to enjoy my meal without worrying about other customers' eyes. I ordered the "Sakusaku Zen" for 1,100 yen. The main dish was beautifully arranged with two whole prawn fries, white fish fry, and minced cutlet. It had more volume than I expected, and I was pleasantly surprised...!! The prawn fries were quite large, with a crispy coating and juicy meat, really delicious♪ The tartar sauce that came with it was also good! The white fish and minced cutlet were also delicious... In addition, it came with salad, miso soup, rice, and pickles. You could choose between regular white rice and mixed rice with salmon and mushrooms, but since the staff didn't tell me, I had to ask for the mixed rice... As a first-time customer, I wish they had informed me about this, but the rice was fluffy, perfectly seasoned, and also delicious♪ The staff had a nice smile and provided pleasant service, so I left the restaurant very satisfied. I will definitely find another opportunity to go back.

From Fukuchiyama, take Prefectural Route 8 towards Ayabe. Just after the "Ayabe High School" intersection, you will find the restaurant on your right. It's a bit difficult to make a right turn, so I approached the restaurant by making a U-turn from the Nakatan Koryo Farm Road. There is parking space for 3 cars in front of the restaurant, and an additional 5-6 cars can be parked on the right side. Inside the restaurant, there are 4-seat table seats lined up on the right side of the aisle, separated by roll curtains. Further back, there seems to be a tatami room as a group of people entered that room while I was there. It seems to be a popular place as someone who came just before me was turned away. Luckily, my companion had made a reservation in advance. My companion ordered the "Chef's Special Set" (¥700) after looking at the menu and inquiring about it. I decided to order the Hamburg Steak Set with Demi-Glace Sauce (¥1000) and also got a side of fried chicken (¥700). You can choose between white rice and mountain vegetable rice. I couldn't decide, so the staff kindly offered to serve both. I was delighted! After a wait of about 10 minutes, all the dishes arrived. My companion's Chef's Special Set consisted of a "Salmon Marinade Bowl" with a modest amount. The taste was described as "just delicious." However, my companion felt it was a bit small for their liking. Now, my Hamburg Steak Set with Demi-Glace sauce was neatly presented with a beautiful color palette. It looked appetizing. When I took a bite, it was soft and tender, but crumbled easily. Perhaps due to the generous amount of onions, the meatiness of the steak was subtle. A standard Demi-Glace sauce complemented the dish well. The salad was also nicely arranged with vibrant colors. I wished there was a bit more of it. The egg on the plate, which would have been a good match with the steak, seemed to be more of a garnish, which was a bit disappointing. The miso soup was made with white miso and had daikon radish. The rice seemed freshly cooked and of good quality. The extra mountain vegetable rice was also delicious with a gentle flavor. The fried chicken I ordered on the side was large and juicy, with a generous portion of 5-6 pieces. Sprinkling some salt on it made it even more enjoyable with rice. My companion suggested having another round, but unfortunately, the generous portions of the dishes made it impossible for me to have seconds! The restaurant provided attentive service, and the subtle touches were appreciated. The dishes were delicious, and the thoughtfulness in the presentation made the dining experience enjoyable. Lunchtime is now smoke-free, which is a plus. Although I didn't confirm this myself, it seems like there is also a counter seating option. However, it might be challenging to visit without a reservation. Overall, I had a pleasant dining experience. Thank you for the meal! Note: I apologize for the blurry photos of the dishes. They looked much better in person.

I visited this restaurant for the second time, and just like last time, the lunch was really delicious, so I was looking forward to visiting again. Not only the taste, but also the presentation was enjoyable, making me feel like I was having a meal that was a step above the rest. You can choose between white rice and mixed rice, and there are several lunch sets available, including a daily special, all priced at up to ¥1000 (tax included). However, since it's a popular place, it's best to make a reservation to ensure you can eat there. Looking at the menu, there are also many options for drinks, so I'm thinking of coming back in the evening as well.

I have visited this restaurant 7-8 times. It tends to be quite crowded during lunchtime, so I always make a reservation before going. I used to have the hamburger set meal, which was filling and had a slightly rich flavor. This time, I tried the daily special set meal, which included deep-fried sailfin sandfish and chicken Karaage for 680 yen. The miso soup with clams was delicious with large clam pieces. My girlfriend ordered the Maruko set meal, which came with sea grapes, grated yam, and pickles, and she seemed satisfied. One of the attractions of this restaurant is that you can get a 10% discount by presenting the ALL MENU 10% OFF card. It's a great deal for a single visit.

I went to Dining Matsu in Ayabe for lunch. The restaurant has a casual and stylish atmosphere, which is rare in Ayabe. Despite being a weekday, it was quite crowded with many customers. We ordered the monthly plate (1800 yen) and the blooming plate (980 yen) for multiple people. The monthly plate included a plate with 9 items including sashimi, tempura, chawanmushi, rice, and miso soup. The blooming plate had two shrimp fries, menchi katsu, fish fry, rice, and miso soup. The flavors were quite strong, and the shrimp fries were large and delicious. Each item on the plate seemed to be made with care. The prices do not include drinks or dessert, so the cost performance is not high, but the dishes are well made and consider the local flavors. The restaurant is clean, the staff is friendly, and overall, it is a good restaurant.