I visited this place for dinner. Upon arriving at the restaurant, I started with a draft beer and ordered dishes such as Bacon-Wrapped Oysters, Chicken Celery Salad, and Crab Cream Croquettes. The Bacon-Wrapped Oysters, a new item since October, were sautéed in butter with cheese, and paired well with both beer and wine. The Chicken Celery Salad was quite good, and the Crab Cream Croquettes had an amazing taste that made me sigh in delight. I switched to wine later and ordered additional dishes including Pork Cutlet, Beef Stew, and Omurice. The Pork Cutlet was thinly sliced for easy eating and tasted great with salt or sauce, complementing the alcohol well. The Beef Stew was outstandingly delicious, a must-try dish here. I chose the classic type of Omurice, which had perfect egg texture and flavorful ketchup rice. Despite being full, I devoured it all. There were still many dishes like gratin and meat dishes that I wanted to try, but I'll have to save them for next time. I can't come here too often, but I definitely want to visit periodically. Thank you for the delicious food and wonderful hospitality. Itadakimasu!

A Western-style restaurant in Asakusa. Located in an area known as Ura-Asakusa, behind Senso-ji Temple. Established in 1941, it is a long-established and famous Western-style restaurant. Selected as one of the top 100 Western-style restaurants in 2023. Visited on a weekday at 1:00 PM, the restaurant was crowded but we were able to get in without a reservation. Everything here is delicious, but if I had to mention popular items, it would be the omurice and simmered hamburger. I ordered the Lunch Course B for 3,960 yen, which includes salad, soup, and coffee or tea. The salad served first had crisp celery and tomatoes with a delicious dressing. The soup looked like a regular Vichyssoise at first glance, but the bold flavor made it irresistible. I am very curious about the warm soup that will be served in the cold season. The omurice contains moist chicken rice with a buttery texture, not the cooked-in type but more like pan-fried. The chicken is tasty and the aroma of mushrooms is nice. The egg beautifully wraps the omurice. I have had the simmered hamburger before and it was surprisingly delicious. The demi-glace sauce, aged for two weeks, has a light bitterness and is full of depth and richness worthy of a long-established Western-style restaurant. The demi-glace sauce is the real deal. The hamburger is fluffy when cooked and juicy when cut open. It is very delicious when mixed with the demi-glace. Although the price is a bit high, the taste is definitely worth it.

Grill Grand in Asakusa. Full house. Seated after 9 minutes. - Stewed Beef Hamburg Set (2,640 yen) Salad. The mayo has a nostalgic flavor and tastes delicious. Soup. Corn soup. The croutons are soft and elegant, and taste delicious. Hamburg. Paired with a fried egg, the demi-glace sauce is bitter and has a sophisticated flavor. - Special Omurice Set (2,310 yen) The demi-glace sauce is bitter, complementing the sweetness of the egg and tasting delicious. - Crab Cream Croquette (990 yen) Crispy and fluffy, sweet and delicious! It was actually a relief that they closed in 5 minutes and the rice wasn't sold out.

I encountered the best crab cream croquette of my life. The restaurant was originally known for its omurice, but under new management, they seem to have focused on promoting the crab croquette. The omurice and vichyssoise soup are delicious, but the creaminess of the crab croquette and the perfect blend of mushroom flavors are amazing. It's no wonder they have won consecutive gold awards from the Croquette Association. The skills of Recruit's user research are truly impressive. I'm happy that I can now easily eat celery in my recent dietary adjustments.

I entered the restaurant in the early afternoon on a weekday and there was only one group of customers. There were three lunch course options available, and since I wanted to try the cream croquette, I ordered Course A. The meal included salad, soup (vichyssoise), croquette, special omurice, and a drink. It was hot, so the chilled soup was much appreciated. This is a great Western-style restaurant. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Located a 10-12 minute walk from Asakusa Station is the Western-style restaurant, Grill Grand. Established in 1941, this prestigious and historic high-end Western restaurant has been selected as one of the top 100 Western-style restaurants from 2020 to 2023. Due to frequent price and menu changes, photography of the menu is not allowed. However, capturing photos of the dishes is permitted, and the service is bright and attentive. Despite the restriction on menu photography, it does not leave a negative impression. During this visit, we tried the Beef Stew Set, Hayashi Rice Set, and a single order of Crab Cream Croquette. As expected from a long-standing high-end Western restaurant, the Beef Stew Set is priced at over 4,000 yen, but the quality of ingredients and the elaborate preparation make it worth it. The stew features a rich Demi-Glace sauce with complex layers of depth from a 2-week simmer, complemented by tender beef slow-cooked for 7 hours. The Hayashi Rice, limited to 10 servings per day, offers a unique blend of sweetness from onions, richness from beef, and aroma from mushrooms, all infused in the finest Demi-Glace sauce. The Crab Cream Croquette, a continuous gold medalist in the Croquette Grand Prix cream category, is creamy yet well-seasoned, making it a one-of-a-kind dish that you could eat endlessly. Not only delicious but also offering the profound flavors expected from a long-established Western restaurant, Grill Grand is a place where you can truly savor the depth of flavors. I highly recommend paying a visit. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I added a beef cutlet to the fillet steak course. Everything was delicious. However, the course alone might be filling enough, so the addition may not be necessary. The crab cream croquette in the photo was especially exquisite. It was the best taste of my life. I heard it has also won the gold award from dancyu.

The crab cream croquette was exquisite! I visited around 12:30 on a weekday afternoon and there was no wait time. Weekdays generally allow for smooth entry. The main purpose of my visit was to enjoy the renowned crab cream croquette. Therefore, I chose Lunch Set A. This set included salad, corn potage, crab cream croquette, omurice, and coffee for 3410 yen. The crab cream croquette was as expected, piping hot and deliciously creamy! The sauce on the omurice had a demi-glace flavor with a hint of acidity. The eggs were soft and had a classic taste, but I personally preferred a ketchup flavor. The salad and potage were also generously portioned, and I left feeling fully satisfied.

This is a famous restaurant tour in Asakusa. The shop's signature dish is the crab cream croquette. Arrived on a weekday at 11:45 with no waiting time. The interior exudes a traditional and high-class Western restaurant atmosphere. The background music is classical, creating a sophisticated ambiance. As for the food, in addition to the crab cream croquette, I heard that the special omurice is highly rated, so I ordered the A set for 3,410 yen including tax without hesitation. Salad, soup, crab cream croquette, special omurice, and a drink are served in that order. As for the crab cream croquette, as other reviewers have mentioned, it embodies the essence of a common menu item, with a rich and flavorful taste packed with crab cream. Although sauce is provided by default, it is slightly spicy, so I recommend eating it as it is. In fact, it might be the most delicious that way. Alternatively, for those who prefer soy sauce like myself, adding a little enhances the depth of flavor while still enjoying the original taste. Next is the special omurice, which also offers a taste that delves into its essence. The demi-glace sauce seems to have been replenished for many years, providing a rich flavor of acidity and sweetness. The combination of the semi-soft egg and the classic ketchup rice is excellent. It offers a depth of flavor that reveals the essence within the ordinary. It was very delicious.

I finally managed to make a reservation to enjoy delicious Béchamel sauce. It costs around 10,000 yen per person. The Grilled Grand Crab Cream is always delicious even without the sauce. It seems like there are some famous people here today, so it's quite lively. I can't come here often, but it's always hard to get a reservation. They treat me well by calling my name. I appreciate the always friendly service. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I ordered the omurice set. The chef highly recommended the crab cream croquette, so we added one for each person. The set comes with salad and cold soup. The ketchup omurice had a thick layer of egg, and the inside was deliciously creamy. The crab cream croquette had a light and crispy coating, and the inside was wonderfully creamy.

Exploring Western Cuisine in Asakusa: Demi-Glace Edition Located in the hidden alleys of Asakusa, away from the bustling tourist spots, lies a quaint establishment exuding elegance. Founded in 1941, this Western-style restaurant has been a pillar of the Asakusa community for decades. The third-generation chef, who honed his skills at top French and Italian restaurants, now carries on the family legacy of serving traditional yet innovative dishes. The signature dish, a fluffy and creamy omelette rice with a rich demi-glace sauce, is a testament to the chef's dedication to preserving tradition while embracing modern flavors. The lunch course offers a variety of options, each showcasing the chef's culinary expertise and the restaurant's commitment to quality. From crispy crab croquettes to indulgent beef stew, every dish is meticulously prepared and served with finesse. The highlight of the meal is the exquisite demi-glace sauce, which elevates each bite with its perfect balance of bitterness, acidity, and sweetness. This restaurant seamlessly blends time-honored Western cooking techniques with contemporary flavors, creating a dining experience that is both nostalgic and innovative.

■Number of visits: 1st visit■Location: Asakusa Station■Visit time: Weekday lunch around 11:20 AM, 1 group waiting■Reservation: None■Price: 5000-5999 yen per person■Order: Lunch C course (salad, soup, crab cream croquette, beef stew, rice, coffee)■Notes: I was curious about Grill Land and arrived almost full at opening time. Crab cream croquette: Delicious with a light crispy coating and rich béchamel sauce. Beef stew: Delicious sauce with tender and slightly bitter meat.

Finally tried the Grill Grand. Since it was a weekday lunch, I was able to get in without waiting. I highly recommend ordering the cream croquette. It was delicious. The owner's service was also very polite and left a good impression. I would like to go again.

I visited this long-established Western-style restaurant for the first time in about 4 years. The atmosphere is very nice, giving off a vibe similar to grandma's house on the second floor. The exquisite texture of the egg in their omurice never fails to impress me. It's perfectly wrapped and cooked to a nice half-done consistency inside. I tried their gratin for the first time, and the béchamel sauce was delicious as expected, with plump shrimp inside. Definitely a must-order dish. The elderly lady waitress on the first floor had a gentle demeanor and was a very nice person. I feel like I want to go back again. It was a moment where I realized that people are important, not just the food.

While visiting Senso-ji Temple, I had lunch at Grill Grant. It had been a while since I last visited, so I eagerly made my way down the alley as directed. The lunch course option C offers a delightful combination of Western dishes for 5,280 yen including tax. Nowadays, even at reputable sushi or tempura restaurants, lunch can cost around the same, so it's worth it once in a while. The interior of the restaurant has remained mostly unchanged over the years. Surprisingly, there were three young couples and a few elegant families dining. Interestingly, there were no foreign tourists present. The young owner warmly welcomed us, his smile was charming. The salad was made with fresh vegetables, delicately dressed with what seemed to be homemade dressing and a touch of mayo. The vegetables were vibrant! The potage soup had a rich base, making it incredibly delicious. It wasn't overly sweet like some others. The crab cream croquette was crispy on the outside and creamy inside, a true example of a delicious crab croquette. The beef stew, served with rice, was tender and packed with the deep flavor of thick beef belly. Slow-cooked to perfection, the fat was elegantly balanced. Each spoonful was a harmony of homemade demi-glace and the richness of the meat. Ah, pure bliss! Satisfied and in high spirits, every dish was prepared with care and tasted delicious. I can't have this kind of lunch every day, but I might come back occasionally for the omurice.

It's been 3 years since I last visited Grill Grand. Masakazu warmly welcomed me. Ah, this nostalgic feeling. I can't even remember what I had last time. This time, I had the Lunch B set and the Gratin Lunch set. Plus, a pudding that you don't usually get to have for lunch. Eating the crab cream croquette from Lunch B reminded me of the taste of Grill Grand. The béchamel sauce in the gratin was excellent. The demi-glace sauce on the special omurice was fantastic. And having the pudding was the best. I had a very satisfying lunch on a weekday afternoon.

I ordered the simmered hamburger set for 2,640 yen. I tried to get it for takeout, but it seems that advance contact is necessary for takeout orders. If you plan to take out, please make a reservation in advance. The set comes with salad and soup. The corn soup was delicious with a rich corn flavor. The simmered hamburger was very tasty, with plenty of meat juice and a half-cooked sunny-side-up egg yolk mixed in.

Asakusa is a popular tourist spot known for its affordable and delicious eateries. Crossing the street as directed, the atmosphere in Asakusa changes slightly as you enter the area behind the Kannon temple. While new establishments are gradually popping up, it seems like many shops have been doing business in this area for years. Moreover, there are still restaurants exuding an adult atmosphere that continue to thrive. Established in 1941, this Western-style eatery seems to have survived the air raids during the war. It's a charming old-fashioned place that evokes the Showa era vibes. The vicinity has been supported by the local men of Asakusa for generations. Arriving in front of the restaurant at 11:50 a.m., I initially went to another nearby Western-style eatery, only to find a notice saying they were closed due to illness. That's how I ended up here. Although there was no line in front of the restaurant, the first-floor seating was full. After being told to wait a moment, I observed the surroundings while waiting outside. While the area around Senso-ji Temple is crowded with shops, here the eateries are scattered. After about 10 minutes of watching the surroundings, I was finally invited inside as they opened the second floor. Stepping through a small curtain at the entrance, there was a shoe removal area and a reception room, so I took off my shoes and went up the stairs. Walking down the designated hallway, I found a spacious room with four 4-person tables lined up. It seemed like a place used for gatherings of local men. "The set menu is a good deal," said the flamboyant waiter with a continental accent. There were three dishes I wanted to try at this restaurant: beef stew, crab cream croquette, and omelette rice. However, there wasn't a set that included all three, and ordering them separately would cost a lot. So, this time, I gave up on the omelette rice and decided to splurge on the lunch course C (5,280 yen) with a combination of crab cream croquette and beef stew. The first dish served was a salad with a mix of lettuce, shredded carrots, cabbage, celery, and tomatoes, topped with dressing and mayonnaise. The second dish was corn cream soup, which had a fragrant corn aroma, smooth creaminess, buttery richness, and a perfect balance of salt. It was a meticulously made soup with a creamy and smooth texture that is characteristic of a long-established restaurant. Next came the crab cream croquette, a large-sized croquette about the size of an adult fist. The béchamel sauce was incredibly creamy, the outer coating was crispy, and the inside was meltingly soft. Even when cut, the sauce didn't ooze out excessively, creating a perfect balance. Of course, the crab flavor was richly present. Finally, the beef stew with rice was served. The beef stew was simmered in demi-glace sauce for two weeks, and the beef was stewed for seven hours, resulting in tender meat. There were seven large pieces of meat in the stew. The sauce was bitter and rich, with a deep and robust flavor. The meal ended with iced coffee. Initially, I had the spacious room all to myself, but later two customers came in. They seemed to be local business owners with business relations. While enjoying crab cream croquette and omelette rice with beer during their lunch meeting, one of the older gentlemen said, "This place is definitely tastier than Yoshinoya." It seems like this restaurant is indeed chosen by the local men.