Finally arrived at Russo where everyone gathers! Once you pass through the stylish red door, you'll find a vintage interior and a charming master with a warm smile. The hot bitter coffee poured into cute cups warms the heart. Whether it's about bikes, cars, social issues, matchmaking, or life in general, conversations among men with various hobbies flourish here! Thank you all very much!

I have been occasionally visiting this place since a long time ago. I really loved the hot dogs on the menu that is no longer available, as they were incredibly American. I hope they bring it back. On this day, I enjoyed a highball on the terrace, paying in cash.

The owner was very nice! The curry was delicious and it was great that we could smoke outside!

The omurice was delicious but it took almost 30 minutes to come out, so I was disappointed.

The shop in Harajuku had a chic vibe for a shop in that area. I was drawn in by the exterior of the shop. The inside of the shop had a similar atmosphere with lots of miscellaneous goods, making me wonder what kind of shop it was at first. But I really liked the ambiance. I was seated and looked at the menu, which surprisingly had a good variety of options. I ordered the spicy minced meat tofu and the LUSSO plate. For drinks, I went with the trendy choice of tapioca drink. It seemed like the drink menu was more extensive, giving me the impression that it's more of a place for drinks rather than meals. I'd like to come back again.

This is from a little while ago. The atmosphere of the shop is very nice, a healing space where you want to stay forever. The recommended curry was truly delicious! The ice cream is also recommended, I want to have seconds.

I was drawn to the cilantro at lunchtime. The chef seemed busy making lunch by themselves, but my order came out quickly.

The antique interior on the 2nd floor is lovely and creates a calming atmosphere. The art displayed for the exhibition is also nice.

I love dishes with coriander! (≧▽≦)

≼Visit on August 25, 2017≽This is a review of a visit that happened a little while ago. Please understand that. We were planning a girls' night out and everyone loves cilantro, so we decided on this restaurant in Harajuku where it's easy for everyone to gather! There didn't seem to be a set course menu, so we consulted with the staff and they offered us a set menu with all-you-can-drink options, which we gladly accepted (*≧∀≦*). The restaurant is fairly new this year, and the map they provided didn't quite match the address, but we managed to find it on the day of our visit. Once everyone was together, the girls' night began ♡ They even thought about the all-you-can-drink menu and specially served us cilantro beer! So, I toasted with cilantro beer! This beer is packed with cilantro and it's amazing, haha. The set menu we had included: ✦ Cilantro-packed salad ✦ Cilantro-wrapped prosciutto ✦ Cilantro conkan ✦ Soft shell shrimp and cilantro root ajillo (with bread) ✦ Pho ✦ Homemade pudding Every dish was delicious and filled with cilantro, and everyone was so impressed~♪ Everything was so well thought out, and they even mentioned that the dressing was homemade! It was the best (*≧∀≦*). If you love cilantro, you must come here! We will definitely come back for another girls' night out♪ Thank you for everything! It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I've been wandering around Harajuku recently, looking for a place where I can have dinner spontaneously. There are curry restaurants like Mokubaza around here, which are quite convenient. Even if you don't drink alcohol, it's nice to have a quick meal and reset a bit. I visited a cafe & bar called "LUSSOCAFEHARAJUKU" with an adult cute and slightly mysterious atmosphere. The red-framed door and Parisian cafe-like logo are impressive. There's a Vespa parked in front, giving it a foreign vibe. Inside, there are various lights on the ceiling. There are both 4-person tables and a counter, making it easy for even one person to stop by. Since it was my first time, I asked the staff what I should order, and they recommended the "LUSSO Curry." The black curry has tender meat that melts in your mouth. Although the meat is usually in chunks, by the time I arrived, it had already melted into the curry. There are crispy fried onions on top. Instead of Fukujinzuke, there are green olives, giving it a stylish look. The curry has a fresh spiciness with a hint of sweetness. When I asked what spices they used, they mentioned that they add a bit more when finishing the dish, including Manuka honey. Manuka honey is known for its health benefits, such as improving gut health. It's not just a mood booster but also good for resetting your body. The cafe also functions as a gallery, with paper trays with drawings hanging on the walls that day (I refrained from taking photos as it was art). There's no cover charge, you can also have coffee, and it's open until 11 pm, which is rare in Harajuku. It's a cafe where you can casually drop by.

In the neighborhood of Harajuku, there are popular curry restaurants like BLAKES (Ghee), Curry Up, Mokubaza, Yogorou, and Hendrix lined up. I went exploring for a cafe-style curry that might be hidden among them. Along Harajuku Street, a little further down, there is Shanti, a soup curry restaurant (not the one that went bankrupt and didn't pay Indian employees). There are several signboards set up, and as expected, there are many mentions of curry within typical cafe dishes like pasta and taco rice. Among them, I was intrigued by a menu item called "Aged Black Curry," and I headed towards the restaurant. It was a cute little shop with a Vespa parked out front. It also seemed to serve as a gallery, with paintings by artists with prices written on them covering the walls. I ordered the curry from a stylish middle-aged man wearing a beret. The curry that was served was indeed black, a black curry. By the way, the aging refers to the meat used in the dish. The meat seemed almost invisible due to being simmered for so long, but it was full of flavor. It had a deep taste. I don't have much experience with Western-style curry, so I can't say for sure, but it was definitely a different taste from homemade curry, and it was a satisfying flavor to have at a restaurant. Plus, it came with coffee for lunchtime, all for ¥600, so there's no room for complaints. Especially considering the prices around here. The portion was a bit small, and there were options for toppings like a hamburger for ¥250, two pieces of fried chicken for ¥150, and cheese for ¥100. But I thought if they offered aged meat steak as a topping, it would enhance the impact of the aged curry. It was delicious. On the way back, I passed by Hashi Yukio, but I was the only one who seemed to notice. It reminded me of the time when Akira Shimizu impersonated him in a swimsuit with a float, singing Mexican rock and agogo at the Monomane Championship.

I came to the restaurant expecting Thai cuisine, but was disappointed to find out it wasn't a Thai restaurant at all. The organizer (male) mentioned that he searched for Thai cuisine on Tabelog and this restaurant was one of the first options that came up, so he thought it looked stylish. I appreciate that they tried to accommodate our request and I am very grateful for that, but I can't help but question the simplistic categorization of Thai cuisine as just coriander (cilantro) on Tabelog. Those who know Thailand well would understand that Thai people don't eat coriander as much as it is portrayed. The restaurant had a stylish atmosphere and I was impressed by the creativity of each dish, to the point where I would like to come back for lunch alone next time. However, it is not a Thai restaurant... (;・∀・)

The chairs and ashtrays are unique. This shop has a fun owner who loves vehicles, especially motorcycles.

When I came after a long time, the curry that had been discontinued was back with a slight change in its contents. I heard that there are now more ingredients and a side salad comes with it. They also added soup curry to the menu, so I decided to try it, and it was delicious with plenty of ingredients! I tend to stay longer, but I will definitely go back again!