Ordered beer, xiao long bao (3x2), mixed vegetables (no cabbage, lots of ginkgo nuts), Tianjin fried rice, boiled dumplings, and pan-fried dumplings at the first-floor pad of a large parking lot store. The food came out very quickly and was delicious. The restaurant was incredibly large.

For lunch, I was in the mood for Chinese food, so I decided to visit a restaurant called "Restaurant Shell" that I had heard was affordable for lunch. It was my first time visiting. The interior of the restaurant was clean and had a calm atmosphere. I was seated at a sofa table and placed my order using a tablet. (I noticed that you could also order directly from the staff) I chose the ramen set lunch from the lunch menu. It came relatively quickly. The ramen had a light soy sauce flavor, a classic Chinese restaurant ramen, but it was surprisingly delicious. The portion of noodles was quite generous! The mini fried rice was also seasoned just right. I also had a bit of the Tianjin rice, which had a firm ginger-flavored sauce. The taste was excellent. I left feeling full and satisfied! Despite being satisfied with the price and taste, they even offered a complimentary drink... The staff kindly mentioned, "One drink is included as a service, so please feel free to help yourself." The service was very polite and excellent! It's no wonder the restaurant was full of customers. I would definitely like to visit again when I crave Chinese food!

Limited to this year, the pre-work Thursday night meal series. I've been to this restaurant before for a party, where I visited the sunken kotatsu-style rotating table seating area at the back of the store after taking off my shoes. However, coming alone like this is a first. I remember that this place has been around for quite a long time (according to last night's information, it was established in 1966), but it must have been renovated at some point. The interior of the restaurant is clean and orderly, with no old-fashioned atmosphere, in contrast to the typical bustling atmosphere of a "town Chinese" restaurant. Each table is cleverly designed to create a semi-private space with partitions or blinds. This time, I decided to sit in the corner at the far end of one of these table seats. The menu, typical of a Chinese restaurant, offers a variety of course menus, but realistically, when dining alone at night, the choices would be the Chinese donburi or Tianjin rice set, or one of the five bento options. In the end, I chose the Tianjin rice set. Although there was no tablet device for ordering at the table I sat at, there was one at the 4-seater table at the back. This restaurant, with over 50 years of history, seems to be quite fond of new things. The Tianjin rice set that arrived looked like this. The size of the Tianjin rice and ramen bowls are almost the same, so the mini ramen looks like a full-size ramen. However, the amount of noodles is quite small. It's definitely a mini ramen. The noodles, soup, and chashu all have the typical taste of a Chinese restaurant's ramen, giving off that familiar impression. The menma seemed to be directly placed as is, with a flavor that contrasts with the soup. The Tianjin rice also had that typical Chinese restaurant Tianjin rice taste, giving off that familiar impression. I think this restaurant's night business is best suited for a lively group gathering. Dining alone somehow feels a bit lonely. (This is just my personal impression)

Today, I came here. This Chinese restaurant is located along a busy road, near the city hall and a restaurant I visited before called "Jojo Restaurant". I arrived before 1 o'clock and entered the spacious and cozy interior lit with soft indirect lighting. There is a kitchen at the back that is not visible, no counter seats, and many table seats on the left side. It seems that there are also private rooms at the back that can accommodate a large number of people. Several women efficiently welcomed me on the floor. The menu includes a variety of dishes from appetizers to main dishes to desserts, as well as lunch and courses. I ordered the lunch set which includes "ramen + mini fried rice" and it arrived after a while. The ramen has a soy sauce flavor with a good amount of chicken and other animal-based broth. The noodles are thin, straight, slightly wavy Chinese noodles that go well with the soup. The toppings include tender slices of chashu, menma, bean sprouts, and green onions. The fried rice in the tea cup is fragrant and nicely fried. I finished it soon as the portion was light. Both dishes were carefully prepared and had an elegant feel like hotel Chinese cuisine, but the flavors were quite solid and left a good impression. I will bring my family next time as the atmosphere is calm and there is parking available. Excellent service. Thank you for the meal. Unique perspective: Display of prices excluding tax, wheelchair accessible, separate washlets for men and women in the center, parking lot with space for about 15 cars next to the restaurant and affiliated parking lots available (refer to the photos).

I decided to give it a try after all. I used to live in Joyo about 20 years ago, and I remember trying this place a few times back then. Honestly, I didn't think it was very good at the time, and my wife who came with me had the same impression. So we never came back after that. But today, by chance, I stopped by. Well, it's been 20 years, and the fact that they're still in business says something. I had the ramen and fried rice lunch set. The noodles were firm, the soup was flavorful, and the chashu was delicious.

I thought it might be a little high-end, but when my family reserved a private room for a small celebration, I found it spacious and efficient with touch panel ordering. There were both traditional tatami rooms where you take off your shoes and regular table seating where you keep your shoes on. The staff were quick to assist and the authentic Chinese cuisine arrived promptly with a wide variety of options. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, especially for elderly family members. The dishes were flavorful, though some may find the seasoning a bit strong. Overall, the food was delicious and perfect for those who enjoy bold flavors. I will definitely visit again!

Century egg is delicious! I was hesitant to try it for the first time, but century egg is actually delicious! The restaurant has a calm atmosphere where you shouldn't speak too loudly.

Just a memo. Forget. Paste. - Chinese restaurant in Joyo. - Taste and prices are reasonable for the general public. - No plans to revisit.

The portions are generous.

This is a Chinese restaurant located along Route 24 in Choyo. I happened to stop by and decided to try it out. I ordered the sweet and sour pork, crab with sauce, fried rice, and dumplings. Everything was well seasoned and delicious! My favorite was the sweet and sour pork, it definitely goes well with rice. The soup dumplings were also very tasty with a hint of sweetness. There are still more dishes I haven't tried yet, so I would love to go back again.

I was curious about this restaurant in Choyo Series, so I decided to go. I ordered the night set menu which included ramen and mapo don. The ramen was different from Little Shanghai, more like shoyu ramen with toppings of chopped green onions, bean sprouts, and one slice of chashu. The soup was light and the noodles were thin. The mapo don was not as spicy as I prefer. Overall, it was a decent meal with good portion sizes. I would like to try something else next time I visit.

Located diagonally across from the City Hall of Choyo, this restaurant was chosen for a work gathering. We opted for the "Yuri Course 3500 yen with all-you-can-drink" for a group of several dozen people. The drink menu was limited with no draft beer, which was a bit disappointing. However, we made do with bottled beer. The timing of dishes being served varied greatly among the four tables, causing some stress. The popular menu item seemed to be the dumplings, which luckily were included in our course. They were my favorite type, with a strong garlic flavor. Delicious! The meal ended with fried rice, which was nicely fluffy. Unfortunately, I was too full from overeating and drinking beer to fully enjoy it. I may consider using this restaurant for another gathering in the future. Thank you for the meal.

This is a Chinese restaurant called "Shell" near the Joso City Hall. I had always wanted to try it, and finally got the chance on a Sunday afternoon. The restaurant has a sophisticated exterior with black and red tones, and there is also a related restaurant called "Koshanghai" in the same building. There is a parking lot next to the restaurant. The interior is very calm and there are private rooms for group parties. The service was a bit mixed, with some staff being friendly and others not so much. The atmosphere is very calming, but the menu is quite affordable. The lunch menu offers noodle sets, rice bowl sets, and daily bento boxes ranging from 700 to 900 yen. Unfortunately, they don't serve lunch on Sundays, so I ordered the Five-Ingredient Ankake Soup Noodles for 700 yen and Gyoza for 280 yen. The noodles arrived quickly, followed by the gyoza. The noodle soup was flavorful with various ingredients like shrimp, squid, pork, vegetables, and bamboo shoots. The soup was slightly sweet and light, and the noodles were firm and well-cooked. The gyoza had a good filling and a crispy texture. Overall, the food was satisfying and the atmosphere was relaxing. I would like to visit this restaurant again on a weekday or Saturday for lunch.

I'm getting used to cooking dinner at home in December 2013, and I occasionally go out to eat at restaurants... but I still want to explore new places! I asked my coworker for recommendations and they told me about a Chinese restaurant called Shell in front of the gas station. I heard it was good so I decided to try it out! The staff spoke Chinese and I ordered beer, dumplings, and sweet and sour pork with black vinegar. The black vinegar added a delicious flavor! The dumplings were also tasty! The beer went down smoothly too! It was so delicious! I want to eat more! How about trying the fried rice? Let's go for it! It was also delicious! I might come back again. Thank you for the meal!

In May 2014, the overall rating for this restaurant is 3.4, with ratings for food/taste at 3.4, service at 3.5, atmosphere at 4.1, and value for money at 3.7. When I visited in April 2013, the restaurant had a rating of 3.03. I used to work in this area for a long time around this time last year. Work has started again with a client in this area, so I will probably visit this restaurant again. Before going, I wanted to increase my desire to go by writing a review. The restaurant is located near the old Route 24, in front of Joyo City Hall next to a Shell gas station. There is a sister restaurant called Little Shanghai next to the Shell gas station, and the restaurant I am reviewing, Ciel, is also nearby. The interior of Ciel is stylish, with black and monochrome tones and red accents, giving it a luxurious feel. The Chinese staff members provide good service, adding to the atmosphere. Despite the upscale interior, the prices on the menu are surprisingly reasonable. The daily special is 730 yen, noodles with fried rice are 780 yen, a rice bowl with mini ramen is 880 yen, and a set meal is 980 yen. All come with self-serve coffee. The garage at this restaurant makes these prices a great deal. The value for money and service ratings are high. As for the taste, all the dishes are good! The soup for the noodles is a clear broth typical of Chinese restaurants, with noodles that are smooth and slurp-worthy. The wonton in the noodle soup had a good texture and taste. The fried rice was fluffy and flavorful, coating the rice nicely. The sweet and sour pork was made with the traditional ketchup-based sauce, which was also good. While I didn't try everything on the menu, the food is consistent and enjoyable. If I had to nitpick, I would say that besides the affordability, I wish there was more of a standout dish that leaves a lasting impression. The food was a bit too safe and didn't have that wow factor. Overall, it's a nice restaurant where you can enjoy a leisurely meal in a good atmosphere. Writing this review has made me want to go back again. I should check my schedule for the next trip to Joyo.

I finally visited the Chinese restaurant "Shell" in Joyo City that I had been curious about. It was renovated last year and the restaurant looked very clean. When I looked at the menu, I noticed that they offer some unique dishes with unusual ingredients, so I decided to order a variety of dishes. The portion size of each dish was quite small. The dishes were served in small plates with a diameter of about 15 centimeters, containing a small amount of food. However, because each dish was small, I was able to enjoy a variety of dishes, making the meal very enjoyable overall. The flavors ranged from rich and hearty to light and refreshing, with a good balance of tastes that seemed worth the price. However, if you are looking for a more filling meal, you might find it lacking. It seemed that there are different staff members for Chinese cuisine and dim sum, as the entrance to the restaurant for each is separate (but you can order from the same menu regardless of which entrance you use). The waitress in charge of dim sum was extremely unfriendly, which was surprising. It was a shame that the beautiful restaurant and delicious food were overshadowed by this. Compared to typical casual restaurants, this place had a slightly upscale feel, and the customer base seemed to be older. The atmosphere inside was quiet and calm, providing a comfortable space for dining. I would like to visit again as they offer a wide variety of dishes.

This is an old Chinese restaurant in Joyo City, but they recently renovated the exterior and interior, so I went for lunch. The atmosphere has changed, and I was surprised (maybe they went overboard). It looked more like a stylish bar than a Chinese restaurant. I ordered the daily lunch for 730 yen, which included crab omelette, oyster fry, soup, rice, and coffee. The price is what it is, but the oyster fry seemed frozen, and the salad had very few vegetables, which was disappointing. It might be enough for women, but I think men might find the portion a bit small.

This is a well-known local restaurant that has been around for a long time. I had never heard any rumors about it being particularly delicious, so I never had the chance to go. However, I decided to visit once and see for myself. I arrived around 7pm. The interior of the restaurant was spacious with large tables. The staff's attitude was fine. The menu, being a Chinese restaurant, was very extensive. I don't remember all the dishes, but I tried about 10. The pan-fried dumplings and boiled dumplings were not to my liking, as they had a bit of a strange smell. The fried rice with mixed ingredients was well-cooked and very tasty. The mapo tofu was somewhat spicy, but I wished it had more Sichuan pepper flavor. The steamed chicken with sake had a slight raw smell, which was disappointing. The stir-fried chicken with cashew nuts was standard in taste. The almond jelly dessert was not to my liking. The ramen was relatively good, especially the noodles. The shark fin soup was just average, nothing special. Overall, the service was very speedy, almost too fast. It would be better if they slowed down a bit and improved the quality of each dish. It seems that rumors do tell the truth.

We went as a family. It's a nice atmosphere at this restaurant. The dishes and presentation are stylish and appealing. They have a wide variety of Chinese dishes, as well as noodles and rice dishes. I had seafood yakisoba, while my husband had tantanmen. The yakisoba had crispy noodles with a light sauce, which was just right. They also have refreshing options like fresh spring rolls, perfect for women. The menu has so many choices, including salads and healthy options despite being a Chinese restaurant. There are tatami rooms in the back, as well as private table seats that are great for couples, girls' night out, or parties. The Shell gas station, the restaurant, and the apartment building Shell owner are all the same, I heard.