There is a cafe located in the basement of Ash. It was rare for me to visit at night, as it was a meeting with a few people. I don't usually go to cafes alone. It reminded me of the past. Oh, I remember now. There used to be a Capricciosa here. It seems that now there are only Sapporo, Otaru, and Tomakomai in Hokkaido. But it has been Collins for quite a long time. I think I went once when it first opened. Since then, it's been a while. By the way, the shop moved and reopened on August 31, 2018, established in 1982, it's an old coffee shop in Asahikawa. The menu includes food, drinks, I wonder how many items there are in total. The number of pages was quite substantial. The font size was incredibly small too, so I had to desperately follow what was visible. I was trying to follow the main text in the photos. But the right page was different. Oh, here comes spaghetti again. But the right page is different. I got confused and lost in the menu. I finally understood that the first page was set menus, and the second page was individual items. It was quite a challenge for an old man like me to decipher the menu display. Cheese Omelette Rice. This is an individual item, but the set is 1650 yen. There was no mention of the price for the individual item, so I'm not sure. The ketchup was spread in a mesh pattern on top of the egg. It's not the type where the egg wraps around the rice. It's more like the omelette is placed on top of the ketchup rice. I was relieved to finally understand the menu. The Cafe Drink Set includes three appetizers including prosciutto and a glass of wine or beer. It was 1080 yen in 2019. I wonder if the price has gone up a bit now. People who drink would be happy to have this kind of set. Baked Curry Set for 1700 yen. I decided to go with this set. I didn't think much and ordered, but it turned out to be quite expensive. It's more expensive than a family restaurant, but it's reasonable for dinner. The hot curry doria with rice was yellow. It was actually a half-boiled egg on top. The taste was quite mild due to the presence of the half-boiled egg. I could feel the mildness more than the curry flavor. The cheese, white sauce, keema curry, and rice. The rice seemed to be buttered rice. The curry itself wasn't too spicy, probably because the mildness was enhanced by the half-boiled egg and cheese. I'm not sure about the drink and dessert included in the set, but it might have been cheaper than ordering a drink separately. I decided to go with an iced cafe au lait this time. Apple pie dessert with yogurt, fruit custard, 5 types of ice cream, and 4 types of cake to choose from. In addition to the cakes, there were also gateau chocolat, cheesecake, and chiffon cake to choose from. When I think of apple pie, I imagine the hot one from fast food, but it was different. It came with whipped cream and vanilla ice cream on top. I can't remember if it was sweet or not as I was chatting while eating. It's amazing how things become a blur when talking and eating. This place also offers lunch sets.

Tomato sauce omurice with added cheese. With white sauce, it's basically like finishing all the omurice. The tomato sauce is refreshing with a hint of acidity. It feels like the perfect dish for summer. I went on a Saturday afternoon and the restaurant was packed, with many people waiting. The service was a bit slow, probably because they were very busy. I didn't take a photo of the dessert that came with the set, but I chose the fruit custard. It felt like the lightest and healthiest dessert option. For those looking to get their fruit intake, I recommend it. The custard was also delicious.

I often visit Coffee Cafe de Collins in Asahikawa! It's my favorite place~ The cafe attracts a wide range of customers, from young people to older individuals! The service provided by the staff is excellent. I felt a little hungry, so I ordered the French toast set with an iced café au lait. The French toast here is made with a baguette, and it's very big, sweet, and delicious~ I ended up getting fuller than I expected (laughs).

Founded 40 years ago, the long-established Cafe de Collins is known for its delicious hot sandwiches! The perfect amount of saltiness, mayonnaise, cheese, and crispy texture make it easy to see why this cafe has been in business for 40 years. With a variety of menu options, it's a cafe you'll want to visit again and again.

Today, once again, I ordered cheese omelette rice. For dessert, I chose cheesecake. I wonder if there will ever come a day when I order something other than omelette rice. I always seem to choose omelette rice. It's probably normal, but... I still put too much dressing on my salad because the dressing is so delicious. Omelette rice is delicious even without saying so. The cheesecake is not too sweet, which is nice. I think I'll go for ice cream in the summer.

I heard that the coffee jelly here is delicious, so I decided to go. The interior of the shop has a high percentage of female customers and a slightly dim but nice atmosphere. The staff's service was kind and pleasant, making it a place where you want to stay longer. The bitter coffee jelly with slightly bitter coffee ice cream and whipped cream is very delicious. The generous portion size is also satisfying.

The pasta is good, but sometimes a dessert set is nice too. The restaurant is mostly filled with women, I didn't see any men like me. In this unfamiliar atmosphere, I ordered a chiffon cake set while my wife got a baked cheesecake set. The chiffon cake was a bit firm, but the berry sauce and sweet ice cream were great. I finished it in no time.

It was a day when I didn't need dessert, but I asked if it was necessary to order a set. They said I could order items separately. Even though it didn't come with dessert and a drink, it came with a salad. I was happy because it included that delicious dressing salad! So, I ordered omurice with cheese inside and hash beef with cheese inside. The omurice came with white rice and tasted like the curry you would find at a cafe, with minced meat. It was delicious! The cheese inside made the curry sauce milder, but I enjoyed it until the end and left feeling full. The bill was cheaper than usual.

Omu-rice is delicious at Cafe de Collins on the 1st floor of the Ash Building underground parking lot at 1-Jo 7-Chome. It's a Western-style restaurant. It can get crowded during lunchtime, so you may have to wait for a table. The menu includes omu-rice, gratin, pasta, and more. I ordered the omu-rice set which came with salad, drink, and dessert. I chose grapefruit juice for my drink. The omu-rice looked nice with an omelette on top of ketchup rice. When I cut it open, the omelette wasn't too runny. For dessert, I had strawberry ice cream with whipped cream on top. When you pay, you can also get a free 1-hour parking ticket for the Ash parking lot.

The café de Collins located in the basement of Ashville is a spacious and cozy place. The signature dish, Hashed Beef Omelette set for 1480 yen, includes salad, omelette, dessert, and coffee, providing a satisfying meal. The salad with nut dressing is delicious, and the dessert is Mocha ice cream. The coffee served that day was Brazil Santos. The Hashed Beef pairs perfectly with the omelette. Despite the rising cost of eggs, they continue to serve delicious omelettes. I hope this kind of restaurant will continue to thrive.

This restaurant offers a set menu that comes with a choice of desserts, all of which look delicious. It seems like a fun treat for the holidays. I was focused on my main dish because I was working (lol) and I opted for a large serving of pasta. I had tried Pomodoro before, so this time I went for Amatriciana. It was really delicious. Who knew that using plenty of tomatoes could make it taste this good. I thoroughly enjoyed it during my break time. This restaurant is loved by the locals. Thank you for the meal.

The place was crowded even though it was 2:00 PM on a weekday! Maybe because it's January 6th and students are on winter break? Surprisingly, many people were ordering omurice at this time. I've only tried the parfait here before, which is not soft serve but ice cream with whipped cream! When I'm in the mood for whipped cream, this is the place to go! I'd like to try the omurice someday though! There were also solo older men and young women dining here, so it seems like a place anyone can enjoy!

After eating Asahikawa ramen, I still had plenty of time before the departure time of the limited express train to Wakkanai, so I looked for a cafe around the station. I found Asahikawa Coffee Cafe du Collins on the basement floor of a stylish commercial building in front of the station. It was almost full near lunchtime, but I was fortunately seated at a table. I briefly looked at the menu and although the omurice looked very tempting, I had just eaten the hearty Asahikawa ramen, so I expanded my options to include sweets and found the French toast coffee set for 1200 yen. It was surprising when it was served about 10 minutes later. It was a huge portion with a thick French toast topped with whipped cream and ice cream on a large plate. It was quite different from the small, photogenic sweets you often see at family restaurant chains. I started by enjoying the delicious coffee and the ice cream before it melted, and then moved on to the whipped cream and French toast. It was quite authentic and delicious. I feel that Asahikawa, like Hachioji, has a strong sense of local pride, and the transition from Asahikawa ramen to Asahikawa coffee felt familiar, similar to the connection between Hachioji and Takao Monkey Park. In a way, Asahiyama Zoo is like the Takao Monkey Park, haha!

In November 2022, on a rainy holiday in Asahikawa, I moved to a hotel a little further from my usual one, so the rain was tough. I went shopping and came to the park with an umbrella, but when I tried to take shelter at Komeda Coffee, I was surprised to find that there was a long line. There's a Lotteria in this building, but I looked around for other options and found another café. Let's go inside. The interior is spacious and not too crowded. I ordered a croque monsieur set with today's coffee. The coffee arrived first, with a fragrant aroma. I don't know what kind of beans they use. The croque monsieur arrived with a side salad. There are two types of dressing, and I tried the nut dressing, which I usually wouldn't, and surprisingly, it was delicious. The croque monsieur was also tasty, with ham, cheese, and mustard butter. Finally, yogurt was served, which I usually don't like, especially with berry sauce and ice cream. Surprisingly, I found myself enjoying it. This restaurant was really nice and well-prepared. Thank you for the meal.

I got hooked on the omurice with cheese inside and it was so delicious that I end up ordering the same thing every time. Plus, they have two types of salad dressings... both are so tasty that I mix them half and half. The desserts with a choice of dressing that you can eat forever are all delicious and have a good portion size. Drinks are included at a reasonable price. I tried the baked curry once, but ended up going back to the omurice. It has a nostalgic feel to it, and the restaurant has a wide range of age groups.

After work, I decided to visit a pasta restaurant for the first time in a while. I had the pomodoro last time, so this time I thought I would try the amatriciana. I was considering whether to get a large portion of pasta, or a regular portion with a drink as a set, or maybe change up the drink. I was getting excited thinking about all the possibilities. But things took a turn when the result was this. It's an otter, how cute! Cuties always win. Since I can't go to the zoo, I'll just enjoy watching them here on this evening of Golden Week. It was a parfait that suited my taste. Thank you for the meal!

I visited this restaurant today after being unable to get a seat last time. I had been here a few times before it moved. I arrived around noon and was able to get in without any issues. I ordered the most popular item, the omurice set (salad, drink, dessert). I chose iced coffee for my drink and dessert yogurt. The iced coffee came quickly and it was a strong and bitter one. While waiting, I enjoyed listening to jazz music in the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant. The omurice arrived a bit later. The salad dressing I chose was Creamy Nut and Onion, which had a refined taste, not like the usual Japanese mayo-based dressings. And the omurice! It tasted just like the ketchup rice from Asahikawa! The rich ketchup mixed with the creamy egg was delicious. It reminded me of the chicken rice from Kamifusen in the old Asahikawa Station. Asahikawa ketchup rice is quite unique, isn't it? I've never encountered this flavor in Sapporo before. As a dessert, I had a refreshing yogurt with sweet blueberry sauce and ice cream. Overall, it was a satisfying lunch experience. Thank you for the meal!

Anyway, I really wanted to eat the Pescaatore. It's that kind of age, you know (laughs) I didn't go for Collins' value set, but ordered individual items for my own luxurious supper. First, there's the cheese bread, with soft and rich Tokachi cheese. It's dangerous how quickly you can devour it before the other dishes arrive! (laughs) It's a charm that sets it apart from focaccia. And then, the Pesca♪ It's a marriage of seafood and tomato. The seafood essence doesn't back down from the tomato. Or rather, it dominated. The tomato sauce is strong. The finishing coffee was strong and bitter. A meal fit for a working man's dinner (hahaha) Buono buono! ^^

First visit: Fruit parfait Second visit: Mushroom and bacon bianco (spaghetti) When I first entered the restaurant, I was really hungry and had planned to eat spaghetti today. However, for some reason, I was completely drawn to the parfait menu on the table, and ended up just having the parfait. Determined to finally eat pasta, I left the restaurant. Then, on my next visit, I finally ordered the above menu, which had a familiar and delicious taste. I got the large size and enjoyed it to my heart's content. It was announced in the media that a Komeda Coffee shop will be opening on the first floor of Ash next spring. While I am very happy about this, I can only hope that this place will continue to shine and be loved by regular customers like this restaurant. m(_ _)m

Brandy and Kahlua parfait was on the menu, and when I asked about the alcohol content, I was told it was equivalent to a beer. I decided to go with a mocha parfait instead. When it arrived, I was a bit embarrassed by the height of the glass. I took a sip and it was a sophisticated taste, not too sweet and slightly bitter. It made me feel like I was in Belgium or Italy, even though I've never been there. I couldn't finish it all at once and took my time to savor it. A boozy parfait! I promised myself I would definitely have it again someday. ★