I had some errands to run in Shibuya and decided to have dinner there. Since I don't come to Shibuya often, I wanted to choose a delicious restaurant, so I picked a place that is in the top 5000 on Tabelog (a restaurant review website). The interior of the restaurant had a chic atmosphere with a predominance of red colors, and it seemed to be popular among female customers. The staff recommended dishes from the blackboard menu, and they even showed us the actual fish that could be cooked in various ways. We ended up ordering the following dishes based on their recommendations: - Salad with prosciutto and burrata cheese ¥2,200 - Mussels marinieres from Mont Saint-Michel ¥2,000 - Confit of chicken thigh meat ¥3,800 The salad had burrata cheese, which is currently popular and one of my favorite cheeses. The mussels were served in a rich white sauce that went well with the baguette. The chicken thigh meat was very tender and easy to cut, and the tomato-based sauce complemented it perfectly. Although the prices were not cheap, the portions were generous. The baguette was also delicious, soft, and chewy, and they quickly replenished it when we finished it. The restaurant is famous for its baguettes, and since there is a bakery on the first floor, it might be a good idea to buy some as souvenirs.

It's been a long time since I visited, and the restaurant was bustling. People without reservations had to wait. Even on a weekday afternoon, reservations are essential. The dishes we had included the following: Today's terrine, fish soup, Lièvre à la Royale, and Tarte Tatin (with an additional vanilla glass). You can also order à la carte for dinner, but the two appetizers we had were probably for lunch side orders. The terrine was made from pork and horse meat, with pork being the main ingredient and it was quite good. The fish soup was one of the few dishes available on both the lunch and dinner menus, and it was delicious with a nice texture and aroma. The main dish was Lièvre à la Royale, which they had not made for three years until recently. It was made with minced wild rabbit and pork, finely chopped foie gras, and pistachios for texture. It had a classic Antanan cream style, with a relatively light finish. It was easy to eat, but still had a strong wild rabbit flavor. The portion size was generous. For dessert, we had Tarte Tatin, which was very sweet and would probably go well with crème fraîche instead of vanilla ice cream. It was served warm and had a soft texture. The service was excellent, and they even provided complimentary top-quality baguettes. The prices for dinner are quite high, but the portions are huge, so it might actually be a good deal. I was surprised to see that the Dover sole I had at the Marunouchi branch a few years ago now costs almost double. I heard that ingredient prices have been rising, but I didn't expect it to be this much. I would like to come back next time to try the Cassoulet. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Shibuya area. A restaurant selected as one of the Bistro Top 100 in 2021. ◇ Business hours 9:00-23:00 ◇ Closed on Tuesdays ◇ Credit cards not accepted I visited this place after having crepes on the first floor. The interior is stylish, and we sat at a table. We were there for the morning menu available from 9:00 to 11:00. There are two options, so my wife and I ordered both. The difference is that the Vilhon breakfast includes Tartine, Cereal, Torte, and Viennoiserie, making it more substantial. Drinks include all-you-can-drink coffee and two types of tea served in a teapot. Our orders were: ◆ Vilhon Breakfast (1815 yen) ◆ Tartine (1430 yen) ✔The Vilhon breakfast is very filling. ✔The amount of Echire butter is impressive (more than 500 yen worth if bought separately). ✔There are many types of jams. ✔You can have all-you-can-drink coffee, and the tea is served in a teapot. It was a Retro Doll and Echire butter festival! I always think that hard bread can be reheated and enjoyed at home, but having it warm at the restaurant is tastier. There was a slight burnt taste, but overall, it was delicious! The unique flavor that cannot be tasted with domestic wheat becomes addictive. The French jams and others were not to my liking, so I took some of the baguette home as it pairs well with wine. I had a sip of the tea, which was a fruity flavored tea and delicious. The coffee was a strong, regular coffee. 【Overall】I asked for coffee refills twice, but didn't get them until the end, so that left a bad impression. I ended up eating half without coffee, but it was still delicious. Thank you for the meal! 🍴

Bistro in Shibuya. I had only tried crepes on the first floor before, so I didn't know there was a restaurant upstairs. It's described as a bistro, but you can actually enjoy a very solid Italian meal. As soon as I went up to the second-floor restaurant, the enticing smell of butter filled the air, making me excited and hungry. There was only one other party of customers that day, so it was very quiet and we could enjoy our meal in a calm atmosphere. The staff provided attentive and calming service, which left a great impression on me. The dishes we had were: Mushroom salad, Mussels steamed in white wine, Lamb chops, and Beef fillet in red wine. They served delicious baguettes, and when requested, we were given Echire butter, which was amazing. The simple mushroom salad was seasoned deeply and sautéed to perfection, it was really good. The mussels were small and orange, but packed with intense and wonderful flavor. It was the most delicious mussels I've ever had. The lamb chops were also very tasty, with a sweet and rich taste that made them stand out. We also ordered beef just in case the lamb chops portion was small, and it was also delicious. I was so full by the end of the meal that I couldn't even make it to dessert. We had champagne for a toast, a bottle of white wine, and red wine with the meat dishes. The restaurant was very quiet and the atmosphere was perfect that day. I wonder if it would be different when more customers are present. Thank you for the wonderful meal. I would love to visit again.

I had visited in the morning before, but this was my first time visiting at night. The impression is completely different between morning and night. The interior, with a red color scheme, is very stylish. The dishes I had were cep mushroom potage, Caesar salad, roasted breadcrumb lamb with ratatouille, and Burgundy red wine. The cep mushroom potage and Caesar salad were a bit too bitter for my liking, but the lamb was excellent in terms of texture, seasoning, and cooking. The baguette was delicious as always.

I finally visited Viron for breakfast, which I had been curious about for a long time! Overcoming the closure period during the pandemic, it felt like a triumph to finally visit. Although I have been frequenting for takeout quite often, breakfast is a different experience! (laughs) There were rumors about a wide variety of bread being served with a huge portion, but upon researching, I found out that one type of bread had been removed from the previous menu. Nevertheless, I wanted to experience a French-style breakfast at least once! Since they open at 9:00, I assumed it would be popular, so I arrived at 8:45. I wrote my name on the board outside and was the 12th group in line, but there were more people waiting than expected, which made me a bit nervous. When they opened, they seated customers in two groups, and I ended up waiting outside for about 30 minutes as I missed the first group. The breakfast menu consisted of the following two options: Viron Breakfast (Retrodor, two other types, one Viennese, jam, etc.) and Tartine (Retrodor bread, jam, etc.), both served with coffee or tea. Leftover bread can be taken home, so I opted for the Viron Breakfast! The Viron Breakfast (¥1,815) came with Retrodor, a moist and tangy bread, along with a fluffy seeded bread in a basket. Then, a staff member came around with the basket, allowing us to choose one Viennese pastry. I wanted the Chausson aux Pommes, but it was sold out, so I settled for the Pao de Ló. After finishing, I went to the first floor and found the Chausson aux Pommes available for purchase, so I bought it on my way out (laughs). Perhaps the Viennese pastries used for breakfast are predetermined in quantity? The variety of French jams was impressive, and even though the bread was delicious on its own, I tried all the jams out of curiosity (laughs). My favorite was the marmalade. The tea was served in a pot and was quite tasty. Coffee was refillable, and they came around to offer refills multiple times. Personally, I thought it would be nice to have sandwiches or soup included in the set, not just sweet items, but the breakfast allowed me to fully enjoy the renowned Viron bread, making it a fun experience! I will continue to use their takeout service often in the future♪ 2023.08.06.sun.9:30-

The customer service and the quality of the food are amazing! In particular, the tartare reminded me of the taste of the meat I had in a restaurant in Paris! When I took the leftover bottle of wine home and searched for it on Vivino, I found out that the price at the restaurant was actually quite reasonable! It is a very fair and honest restaurant.

Here at Shibuya, just a short walk from the scramble intersection towards the former Tokyu department store. In front of us is the closed Tokyu department store. We dined at this restaurant on the second floor today. The bread that came out first was delicious. It was very fragrant, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Eating it with salmon was amazing. Next up was steamed mussels. The flavor was not only wine but also a slightly creamy and rich taste. It was quite delicious. And for the main dish, we had choucroute. Choucroute is a traditional Alsatian dish from the Alsace region of France, which consists of fermented cabbage, but this one had less cabbage and was filled with pork, bacon, sausage, and sauerkraut cooked in white wine. The simple flavor of the pork was delicious. The cider and Riesling white wine here were a perfect match. For dessert, we had a blueberry tart, which was quite authentic and delicious. We paid the bill and bought some bread as a souvenir, which had a hard texture inside, reminiscent of authentic French bread. It was different from what we had in the restaurant but still delicious. The atmosphere was great, and it was a lovely restaurant.

Five to six years ago, I always saw a long line in front of this shop, and I wondered what it was since the age group seemed older than a typical tapioca shop. Recently, I found out that it was actually a bakery, so I decided to try their breakfast at the brasserie. I arrived 15 minutes before opening on a holiday, and there were already 15 groups ahead of me. As I walked from the station, I passed a few people who seemed to be heading to the same destination. When it was 9 o'clock, about 10 groups were called in one by one to the second floor of the shop. However, it took over 10 minutes for a staff member to come, and by 9:15, I started to worry. I was finally able to enter on the second round of seating. First, we were served with various jams, and after a while, the usual three types of hard bread were brought out along with a choice of one more item in a basket. There was only one piece of apple pie left. I chose a large croissant. The jams were all fruity and delicious, and as a white chocolate lover, I felt like I was in white chocolate heaven. However, the bread... I'm not particularly a bread lover, but there are several bakeries nearby with ratings of 3.6 or higher on Tabelog, and I do find some of them delicious. However, the bread here was hard and chewy, making my jaw tired and difficult to swallow, even with plenty of jam and white chocolate to help. The reason being, the bread was cold. If it's difficult to serve warm bread due to the large number of customers, then I suggest having a toaster on the table, even a cheap one from Amazon for 3,000 yen, would make the bread much more enjoyable. Someone mentioned that lunch is better than breakfast, and I can see why. Warm dishes would definitely make the meal more enjoyable. I was quite disappointed as my expectations were high.

Last time, I visited this place for the first time at the end of March 2019, so this is my first revisit in over 4 years. A friend who had just returned from overseas wanted to go to Viron for breakfast, so we went. A lot has changed in these 4 years, right? There was also the pandemic, and the nearby Tokyu Department Store has closed down. I arrived 20 minutes early, aiming to be there for the opening at 9 am, as I expected it to be crowded. It was a Saturday, and we were the 9th group in line. I arrived around 8:30, but I had stopped by Don Quijote on the way. Looking back at my previous blog post, it seems I used to come to the shop first, write my name, and then go to Don Quijote. Wow, I was quite efficient back then. When 9 o'clock came, we were called in by the staff in order. It's important to get in during the first wave because otherwise, you might have to wait for about an hour. The menu had expanded to 2 options. A set with lots of bread for 1815 yen or just the baguette for around 1500 yen. I think previously there used to be a lot of bread that you couldn't finish, and you could take some home. It seems that the staff now bring a selection of bread for you to choose from, whereas before there were 2 types. And I think it was 1500 yen before. Well, with inflation and the rising cost of wheat, I guess it can't be helped. A variety of jams and honey still come to the table, which is a delight to see. I smiled just looking at the jams that I wouldn't usually buy. Coffee is also free refills, and the staff come around to top it up frequently. When you stop eating, they ask if you'd like it wrapped up. Last time, there was so much food that I had to take some home, but this time I managed to finish it all. My friend took one item home. The coffee with free refills, the frequent top-ups by the staff, the chatting, it was all satisfying. I noticed some people sitting at the counter alone, so I might come here by myself sometime. Come to think of it, there were about 2 groups with just 1 person on the waiting list. The bread here is really delicious. Thank you for the meal. I had always wanted to try this popular bakery in Shibuya. It's a bit far from the station, and I was hesitant to go if it was crowded, but I finally made it for breakfast with a friend. Since it's a popular place, I wasn't sure what time to arrive to get in on the first round, so I arrived just after 8:30 for the 9 am opening. There was a board at the entrance where you write your name, and I was the first one to do so. Inside the building, there were about 8 round stools lined up, so even if you come early, you can sit there and wait. I wrote my name and then went shopping at Don Quijote, which is open 24 hours. I returned just before 9:05. My friend joined me, and by that time, there were about 5 or 6 groups who had written their names. Everyone tends to stay for a long time, so if you don't get in during the first round, you might have to wait for over an hour. Indeed, the coffee was free refills, and we ended up staying for over an hour. Several groups were seated inside. The staff quickly came over and showed us the morning menu on a blackboard, asking if we were ready to order. Without really looking at the blackboard, I just said yes. So, I had no idea what was going to come out. I'm glad we had decided on the morning set beforehand. I wonder if there are other options available. First, we were served a selection of simple bread and jam. The jam set is so exciting. It's hard to prepare this many types of jam and chocolate at home. There were also several types of peach jam. In addition, the staff brought a basket of bread for us to choose 2 types each. A bread feast. When choosing, it's good to consider whether you want to eat it at home as you can take the bread with you. For example, you might want to bring a croissant home for your husband. When we stopped eating, the staff asked if we wanted to take the leftovers home. Considering the relatively high price of the morning set, I thought scrambled eggs or bacon might be included, but it was just the food mentioned above. The staff came around frequently to refill our coffee, which was nice. The fact that the milk was not in portion packets was also appreciated. I think mornings might be a good time to visit this hidden gem.

I walked about 10 minutes from JR Shibuya Station to the red exterior of Brasserie VIRON. I really like the lunches at this Shibuya and Marunouchi locations and have been a repeat customer for quite some time. Since it's been difficult to make a reservation at the Marunouchi location lately, I visited the Shibuya location after a long time. The first floor is a bakery selling bread, while the second floor is the brasserie. Going up the stairs, you feel like you've escaped to a street corner in France. For lunch, if you choose either meat or fish, you get a freshly baked baguette made with the brand flour "Rétrodor" from the flour company VIRON on the outskirts of Paris. On this day, I made a reservation and visited with four people, sharing a salad and having the meat lunch. The salad and the hearty meat pie with unlimited baguette were delicious. The mashed potatoes served with it were also to my liking. We enjoyed the meal with elegant service. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

The renowned "Pre-Sale Yakishiri" from the Suffolk breed at the Men Sheep Ranch on Yakishiri Island in Hokkaido, known for its love of lamb, will unfortunately come to an end after a 62-year history since 1962. I would like to discuss the detailed circumstances with those I meet in person, but I had the opportunity to savor the last half of this precious and delicious Yakishiri Pre-Sale at Brasserie VIRON in Shibuya. Starting with a rillette made from the shoulder and belly, followed by a sausage porcini soup made from the front leg, belly, and neck meat, then salt-grilled leg meat, and finally the bone-in back meat of the last Pre-Sale Yakishiri.

Second visit. Last time I had a meat dish, so this time I went with fish! First of all, the bread was delicious, and the fish, I think it was flounder and salmon, was really tasty. If you're unsure where to have lunch in Shibuya, you can't go wrong with this place. Thank you for the meal!

It was so delicious! I thought it was a crepe shop, but my sister went for the bread and it turned out they also have a bistro. When we entered, we saw desserts like parfaits and cakes. I love caramel, so I struggled to choose and ended up ordering the caramel parfait (I think the actual name on the menu is different). My sister ordered two onion gratin soups for her meal, and they were incredibly delicious. The cheese was rich and the sweetness of the caramelized onions was amazing. The parfait had just the right amount of whipped cream, and I couldn't stop eating it. The flan-like dessert on top was delicious, and the caramel ice cream had the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness. I want to order the same two dishes again because they were so delicious, but I also want to try different menu items next time. Thank you for the meal!

I have been going to this restaurant since it opened in Shibuya, and I never get tired of it. It's not too fancy or too casual, the staff is friendly and the food is top-notch bistro quality. Everything I've tried is delicious, but I always have to order the white asparagus when it's in season! The bread basket is endless and the Echire butter is a must. The wine is included and you can get quite full from enjoying it all, even though it's not cheap, the satisfaction outweighs the cost. The baguette sandwiches they sell on the first floor are also amazing, the aroma is delightful and the taste is worth more than the price!

Brasserie VIRON in Shibuya is a bakery and bistro that offers baguettes made with French wheat and traditional French pastries. Their concept is to faithfully recreate the taste of France by using French ingredients as much as possible. They use VIRON's "Rétrodor" flour, a blend of Contrex water and Japanese water, and salt from Guérande, France. Brasserie VIRON was opened in Shibuya in June 2003 by Takahiro Nishikawa, the owner of the company Le Style. The team includes specialists with 25 years of experience, who have trained in France and Japan. They exclusively import the flour "Rétrodor" from the milling company Viron in the outskirts of Paris, which is used by most of the winning bakeries in Paris Baguette Contest. Today, we ordered the "Viennois" and "Épi Larodon." The Viennois is a moist and fine-textured bread with a slightly sweet, rich taste of milk and butter. The Épi Larodon is a baguette with a firm dough mixed with pancetta, shrimp, and cheese, priced at 740 yen, almost double the previous price.

Lunch course - Fish: The amount of fish was a bit lacking, but there were two types of white fish and they were delicious! Lunch course - Meat: The portion of beef was satisfying, but it lacked a bit of flavor. Lunch course - Lamb: The portion of lamb was generous and satisfying. Some may find the taste slightly gamey, but I enjoyed it. Salad: The cheese was rich and flavorful, very delicious. The portion was enough for three people. Highly recommended. Salmon: Personally, I wished the salmon had a bit more salt. The bread was unlimited, so I added some Échiré butter which made it even more delicious! I didn't know you could add Échiré butter until I saw someone nearby ordering it.

Four of us went to the restaurant. One of my friends said it felt like a European atmosphere, and we were able to spend a very elegant time in a calm space. The bread was all-you-can-eat, and the meat and cappuccino were delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I visited the restaurant at 9:30 on Saturday and there were about 13 groups waiting. Almost all of them were women. We were able to sit in chairs and chat with friends until around 10:40 when we were finally seated. Before sitting down, the waiter mentioned that they had another reservation at 11:50, so there was a bit of a rushed feeling. The bread that was served was delicious, especially the crispy French bread and the fluffy croissant I chose. All the jams were tasty, but my favorite was probably the rhubarb. The tea had a lovely aroma and was also delicious. Next time, I think I'll get takeout so I can enjoy a variety of items at my own pace.

Dinner on weekends was reserved online on the same day, and the following items were ordered: - Loire white asparagus with hollandaise sauce (one piece) for 800 yen: The crunchy white asparagus with a buttery and slightly lemony sauce is delicious. The sauce also goes well with bread. - Escargot oven-baked in Burgundy style for 2,100 yen: Each hole contains two pieces, offering a satisfying garlic, basil, and cheese sauce. - Duck leg confit with lentils for 3,300 yen: The crispy skin and moist meat with a rich flavor, accompanied by lentils with a hint of spice and chunky potatoes, make it a hearty dish. - Grilled French Bigorre pork with mustard sauce for 6,160 yen: The dense meat with chestnut-fed sweetened fat, complemented by a mustard sauce, pairs well with the warm vegetables and buttery mashed potatoes. - Baguette: A crunchy exterior with a chewy interior bread. Refills and takeout are available upon request. I look forward to visiting again. Thank you for the meal.

There was a line before the store opened. I came here because I wanted to eat delicious bread. The hard French bread was especially delicious. Échiré butter is an additional charge, but it's worth ordering. I had to wait quite a bit because I couldn't get in on the first try, but it was worth the wait.

First impression is a stylish interior. The staff is very polite. Visited during lunchtime on a holiday and it was crowded, but since I had made a reservation, I was seated at the counter without waiting. Had the pan-fried fresh fish, today's salad, and onion gratin soup. The fish was tender and went well with the sauce. The salad was also generous in portion. The onion gratin soup was rich and flavorful, everything was delicious!