soleil_5791
I knew that this Chinese restaurant had opened, but when I saw the lunch menu, the cheapest option was 1,000 yen. Lunch prices have really been going up lately. Since I had recently experienced the "fashionable price" Chinese lunch at SORA, I didn't want to make the same mistake again, so I had my friend visit the restaurant first. Thank you, my friend. Looking at my friend's review, 1,000 yen does seem a bit expensive. But on this day when I was feeling hungover and had no appetite, I thought I might be able to eat that amount, so I decided to visit. By chance, there was a staff member at the staircase leading downstairs, and they escorted me from there. When I entered the underground restaurant, they asked me if I preferred a table or a private room. I took advantage of their offer and chose the private room. I ordered the tantanmen (1,000 yen). When you order noodles for lunch, rice is served as a side, so I also requested rice. It was surprisingly warm for December that day, and as soon as I sat down, I drank the water they served. They quickly refilled my glass with more water. After a while, the tantanmen arrived. If I hadn't ordered the complimentary rice, it would have been just the noodles. The toppings were nuts, minced meat, bok choy, and other traditional toppings. I avoid nuts because they make my face break out, so I first tried the noodles. They were thin straight noodles that absorbed the rich soup well. The soup had a strong sesame flavor, wasn't spicy, and had just a hint of Sichuan pepper. The taste was safe, not outstanding, but not bad either. I finished by adding the rice to the soup. It was enough for me since I was hungover, but under normal circumstances, it might not have been enough for me. I didn't linger and paid quickly after eating. As I walked to the register, about four staff members saw me off. The smart and stylish service that suited the chic restaurant was excellent. In a time when there is said to be a shortage of staff, I was impressed by how they managed to gather such a great team. This place might be better for casual business meetings or simple entertainment rather than everyday dining. Keep up the good work. Thank you for the meal.