This is a revisit. Last time, four women ordered a variety of dishes and shared them. We were all very satisfied, so this time it was just my family of two. They had selected affordable wines that paired well with the food. The chicken liver appetizer was surprisingly tender. The pasta that followed was also delicious and satisfying. We've decided to revisit again!

I had a meal in the countryside of Italy. The first dish was so delicious that I was amazed, and the second dish made my eyes pop out. I was the only one impressed by the food, while the locals were just chatting and having fun. I couldn't understand why they weren't impressed. It's obvious. All trattorias in Italy are delicious. That's all there is to it. Italians have a high baseline when it comes to food. It was amazing to me, but just an ordinary restaurant to Italians. That's what this restaurant was like. - Salad - Pasta (choose from 4 types) - Bread (extra serving for 100 yen) - Drink after the meal When I prepared 1080 yen to pay, they said, "(Including tax) It's 1000 yen♪" I was surprised again. That couple has the skills, but they intend to keep running the trattoria as it is. It was a frightening restaurant. I highly recommend going with 3-4 people. A restaurant with overwhelming skills where you don't have to fear the bill. It was a wonderful restaurant.

There are many appetizers and great value for money!

It had been about 2 years since I last visited this place. The parking lot location has changed, and it's now much closer, which is convenient. Crossing the bridge over the river, you can see the Eizan Electric Railway passing by through the window of the restaurant. On this day, I ordered lunch set A (1000 yen) and B (1400 yen). I chose set B, which came with appetizers, homemade pork ham, and pasta. I had fujilli pasta with hormone tomato stew sauce, followed by a drink of black tea. My wife ordered set A, which included salad, zebra eggplant tomato sauce pasta, and an iced Americano. The homemade pork ham was delicious, but the bread was just okay. The fujilli pasta with a rich tomato sauce containing beef tendons, pork, and shank was flavorful and suited the short pasta well. My wife's zebra eggplant tomato sauce pasta had firm eggplants with a robust seasoning. Both dishes had a strong flavor profile, which I enjoy, but lacked a bit of delicacy. Overall, it's a nice place with a good atmosphere and parking. I plan to visit at night to try the penne carbonara, which seems promising on the evening menu.

Since the days when it was still Saffontei, I had always thought, "I'll go there someday," but now it has become an Italian restaurant. I decided to visit for lunch on a holiday. It's located a little north of the Shirakawa River along Kitaoji. The entrance and the plants along the riverbank create a lovely atmosphere, with occasional passing of the Eizan Electric Railway. The nearby railroad crossing doesn't make too much noise. It's a location that makes you want to linger for a while. For lunch, there are four options. Since I was quite hungry, I chose Option B: Appetizer, Pasta, Bread, and Drink for 1200 yen, and Option C: Appetizer, Main Course, Bread, and Drink for 1600 yen. You can choose from around four options for each course in a prix-fixe style. When the appetizer arrived, it was surprisingly generous, and I couldn't help but ask, "Is this a single portion?" Lunch appetizers are often small, like play food, but this one is so luxurious that it could easily be a 1000 yen lunch just with the bread! The grilled mackerel with herbs was delicious and plump, though the herb aroma was subtle. The carpaccio had no fishy smell, and the generous salad was a nice touch. Next came the pasta, which had a nice volume that could stand alone as a dish (it's hard to tell from the photo, but the plate has depth). It wasn't too heavy, and the sweetness of the dried tomatoes stood out. The grilled lamb had a unique accompaniment of grilled vegetables like radish, and the presentation was gorgeous. To my delight, there were about five slices of lamb, and the meat was slightly firm but juicy when cut with a knife. It was a joy to eat plenty of lamb for lunch! While waiting, I noticed that many dishes on the dinner menu were also available for lunch. When asked, the staff confirmed that they serve almost the same amount and content for lunch. For reference, the carpaccio I chose for the appetizer was 800 yen, and the grilled lamb was over 1000 yen, so the lunch set is quite a good deal! The portions are quite large, so the dinner menu with a variety of dishes would be enjoyable as well. However, the service was a bit slow as pointed out by others before. Even though we were the only customers at the time, it was still noticeable. I didn't notice, but there is a notice that "Café use is not allowed." If you enter alone without a book, you might end up feeling quite bored. It would be nice to have a few flyers or stylish magazines available... Since they seem to not want to be seen as a café, it's hard to expect much in that regard. We arrived towards the end of the lunch hours, and after finishing serving us, the chef or someone similar left the restaurant without even a glance towards us, which felt a bit too indifferent... While the female staff was nice, the lack of effort to create a comfortable atmosphere was disappointing.

The fresh pasta with homemade shrimp sauce was delicious. I went for lunch and plan to give a more detailed evaluation after trying their full Italian menu for dinner next time. The lunch menu seemed a bit pricey, but they do not allow coffee-only orders, which is commendable. I didn't try the cheapest sandwich option, but my companion's spaghetti was decent. The homemade ravioli with seafood from menu C was tasty, and the espresso after the meal was of good quality. There were tempting dessert options, but I passed this time. The restaurant is completely non-smoking, with smoking tables available on a bridge over a small stream. I will definitely revisit this place. Recommended.

I have been visiting Azurro since I was introduced to it by a friend two years ago. I always order the assorted appetizers, but one thing that disappoints me is that they are all too cold from being refrigerated, turning them all into cold appetizers. The portion and flavor are great, so if they could serve the warm appetizers warm, it would be perfect. The bread is soft and the pasta is delicious. I always finish with espresso and Catalana, but lately they seem to be out of Catalana. Despite some shortcomings, Azurro is still one of my favorite restaurants.

The restaurant is excellent in terms of taste, portion size, and service! I often visit for lunch and dinner, but the pasta and desserts are particularly outstanding! The pasta is delicious until the last bite, with the flavors of the ingredients well-balanced. It's not overly simple nor overly rich, but perfectly crafted to be enjoyable until the end. One of the recommended desserts is the "Baba," which pairs rum-soaked brioche dough with cream, making it a must-try! The lunch menu is very affordable, and even dinner is reasonably priced considering the quality and portion sizes. The atmosphere is lovely, with a cozy feeling and a homey touch. The restaurant is run by a couple, creating a welcoming and relaxed environment. They aim to provide a trattoria experience that is accessible to everyone, offering high-quality food without the formalities of a traditional restaurant. It's a favorite spot of mine, a top-notch trattoria that delivers on taste and value!

I went to Keibunsha in Ichijoji, Kyoto, and got so absorbed that it was already 8:00 pm. I thought I might have missed out on dinner during my Kyoto trip, but as I was walking, I passed by this restaurant and they kindly welcomed us without a reservation, even though it was already past 8:00 pm. I was surprised by the luxurious and generous assortment of appetizers, starting off the meal on a high note. Even though my friend and I had ordered two pasta dishes, we were treated to homemade bread, soup, and appetizers, which we thoroughly enjoyed and were satisfied with. We ended up getting just one serving of the "Tagliatelle Lamb Braised Sauce" pasta because we were already full. The sangria was also delicious. What surprised me the most was the espresso. The espresso was also delicious, and the fact that it was so reasonably priced was truly shocking. I wanted to try the homemade dessert as well, but my stomach was already full... I'll save it for next time. The bill was also surprising, as it was just a little over 2000 yen for two adults in the evening, which is unbelievable in Kyoto. I would like to visit again, so please keep the pricing reasonable.

Sometimes I used to pass by this place, but since I was in a car, I didn't pay much attention. From the look of the shop, I thought it might be a cute cafe. When I was wondering where to go for dinner, I was walking around the neighborhood and searched for Italian restaurants, and this place came up. Unfortunately, we were the only customers, but that allowed us to enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace. The appetizer platter was great, with lots of vegetables, but what really stood out was the "coppa," a terrine-like dish made from pig's head. I can't remember which pasta I had, as it's been a while since I went, but I remember ordering more pasta even though I was already full. We also had some meat dishes, all of which were delicious. The restaurant is run by a young couple (who also run a curry restaurant in Momoyama), and they provided excellent service. They had a good selection of reasonably priced wines. The food and wine were both delicious and reasonably priced, but the only downside was that they didn't have pizza. If they had pizza, this place would be unbeatable. I would love to visit this restaurant every week.

In Kyoto, when people think of Kyoto-style cuisine, they often think of the area around Shijo. However, in the quiet residential area near Ichijoji, there are hidden gems of high-quality Italian and French restaurants. This particular restaurant is located above a clear stream where white sand beaches flow and silver small fish play in the water. The interior of the restaurant is modern and perfect for a discreet lunch date with your girlfriend. The entrance display of empty wine bottles may give a sense of emptiness and cleanliness, so it would be better to have bottles with wine in them. The restaurant also has a wine cellar for proper storage. The toilet is Western-style, of a normal size, and clean, so your girlfriend can feel at ease. The lunch set includes salad, bread (homemade and French bread), and a choice of 3-4 pasta dishes. The salad is average, but could use some more creativity. The homemade bread is delicious and plentiful. The pasta is tasty and satisfying, comparable to a 1500 yen lunch in the Hiroo area of Tokyo. The daily changing menu ensures that you won't get tired of the dishes. The restaurant has a rustic charm and the food is prepared authentically with Italian recipes, which is impressive. The iced coffee is generous in portion and satisfying. The dessert, like the Baba, has a strong adult taste and is worth trying. The service is attentive, with the staff discreetly providing small plates and dividing dishes for sharing. Overall, the restaurant offers great value for the quality of food and atmosphere. It's peaceful and serene. The only concern is that if the number of customers doesn't increase, the restaurant may struggle. Given the quality and content at this price point, if this restaurant were to open in a trendy area in Tokyo, it would undoubtedly become a popular spot with long queues. Unfortunately, in the Sakyo Ward of Kyoto City, this is the current situation. I hope to continue supporting this outstanding restaurant by dining there regularly.