I didn't have dessert during lunch, so I stopped by for a snack at 3 o'clock on the weekend. The restaurant had COVID-19 measures in place, allowing only 4 people inside at a time. I waited for about a minute before entering. They accept various electronic payment methods like QUICPay and PayPay. The bag costs 80 yen and is a clean and sturdy paper bag. The packaging was secure, with the cake well-fixed to prevent it from toppling over, and it also had proper cooling packs. I tried the Paris Brest (720 yen including tax), which had a subtly spicy taste. I thought it was ginger, but it turned out to be rose cream. The custard cream was rich and smooth, and the choux pastry had a firm texture, making it delicious. It's quite large, but it's so tasty you can finish it in no time. The appearance is very beautiful, and it would surely be appreciated as a gift. The Kouign-Amann (330 yen including tax) was indeed a specialty here. Its simplicity highlights the high quality. It's not too sweet, incredibly delicious, with a firm yet easy-to-eat texture. This is definitely worth coming back for. This might be the pinnacle of cakes.

Arnaud Larher studied under Pierre Hermé during the Darroze and Fauchon era. He was already famous as a pastry chef and chocolatier before opening stores in Japan. He is a member of the L'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and won the highest award for French craftsmen, the M.O.F (Meilleur Ouvrier de France), in the pastry department in 2007. Since opening in Montmartre, Paris in 1997, he has expanded to 3 stores in Paris, 1 in Greece, and landed in Hiroo, Tokyo in 2018, and then expanded to GINZA SIX in 2021. Some of the specialties include the Toulouse-Lautrec for 780 yen, Montecristo for 690 yen, Tarte Tatin for 660 yen, Financier for 320 yen, and Madeleine for 300 yen. The Toulouse-Lautrec cake, named after the painter, is a rich chocolate cake made with four types of chocolate: Noir glaze, chocolate mousse, crème brûlée chocolate, chocolate biscuit, and intense chocolate. The shine on the glazed surface is mesmerizing, and the use of 70% cocoa chocolate gives a smooth and multi-layered chocolate taste. The Montecristo combines three rich chocolates with a vibrant raspberry aroma, creating a perfect balance of sweetness, bitterness, acidity, and fruitiness. The Tarte Tatin features caramelized Pink Lady apples, salty streusel, and light vanilla Chantilly, showcasing a wonderful balance of textures and flavors. Arnaud Larher's creations are truly exquisite and delicious, offering a delightful experience for chocolate and pastry lovers.

Well, this is a cake shop with a bit of a high price. It's stylish, elegant, and even the packaging is impressive. This place is amazing. Simply put, it's delicious. Really delicious. This one has chestnuts in it, which were outstanding.

I went to the restaurant on Sunday afternoon after seeing the reviews on Tabelog. It's a small place, but the orange-themed decor is modern and stylish. Since I went around 3 p.m., there weren't many cake options available. I tried a vanilla pie cake and an orange-topped cheesecake. I also bought some cookies! Fromage agrume for 750 yen, Mille-feuille vanille for 800 yen, and Diamant vanille for 700 yen. Each bite was delicious and made me exclaim out loud. Not too sweet, not overwhelming at all, very easy to eat. You can truly savor the cakes. I think this restaurant in the area is well-rated for its consistently good taste. (However, if it comes to exceeding expectations... it didn't quite reach that level, so I rated it accordingly.) Thank you for the meal!

On the way back from the hospital. Initially, I was so hungry that my stomach was growling, and I planned to have a late lunch at Burger Mania Shirokane on my way back. However, as I waved to a figure in the window of the private ward and talked on the phone with the person hospitalized, I suddenly felt very sad and my hunger disappeared. I took the JR Tamachi Station to Toei bus route to the hospital, but on the way back, I walked aimlessly towards Hiroo Station or Ebisu Station. It was my first time walking in the Shirokane and Hiroo areas! While walking along the main road (Route 416), I discovered a pedestrian-friendly street called "Hiroo O Sanpo Dori" at the intersection of Hiroo 5-chome, and headed in that direction, where I soon found a shop called ARNAUD LARHER. Remembering it in katakana as Arno Raeru, the alphabetic name didn't immediately ring a bell, but somehow Arnaud Larher seemed readable, so I entered the store. I visited around 3 PM on a weekend and I was the only customer. I bought the following items: Kouign-Amann for 430 yen (including 8% tax), which is a specialty and apparently popular. This was indeed delicious! I don't usually buy Kouign-Amann, so this is the third one I've ever had. The first one I tried was from a local supermarket, and I was amazed at how delicious Kouign-Amann could be! However, because of its rich buttery taste and sweetness, I hesitate to eat a whole one alone, so even though I know it's delicious, I don't usually buy it. The second Kouign-Amann was brought by my husband from Échiré Marché au Beurre in Osaka. It had too much butter, gave me indigestion, and probably triggered my aversion to buying Kouign-Amann... This was my first Kouign-Amann in a while... It was highly recommended by other reviewers, so I gave it a try, and it was really good! It tasted like a very delicious butter cookie. The flat, caramelized sugar was soft and easy to break. I used to think Kouign-Amann was a hard, crunchy candy-like food... I want to buy another one and share it with my family! I'll ask my husband to get it on his way back from his appointment. Canelé de Bordeaux for 380 yen (including 8% tax), while not my favorite, was satisfying and of a high standard as expected from a prestigious shop. Toulouse-Lautrec for 870 yen (including 8% tax), my child who loves chocolate said this was their favorite among the items we tried this time. It's a specialty. The chocolate mousse was fluffy like ganache, yet rich. It's made of four types of chocolate, but it's enjoyable in half portions; if I had a whole one to myself, I couldn't handle such a rich chocolate cake... Paper bag for 100 yen (including 10% tax) ----- It's nice that even though it's a prestigious shop, it's not crowded enough to form a line in the scorching sun. Hiroo is a bit inconvenient, according to my standards. The packaging was stylish and sturdy, and I was surprised that they brought the items out to me outside the store! (Like a clothing store) ----- September was a month of battling infectious diseases. Let's stay vigilant and careful.

Located in Hiroo Shotengai, this confectionery shop is a hidden gem that is also listed in the top 100 sweets shops. I purchased a gift for someone I am grateful to on this day. Their most popular item is the pound cake, followed by various baked goods. The cakes are incredibly cute and delightful. On this day, I bought the Citron Cake as a gift. The Maple Syrup Pound Cake and Fruit Cake that I bought for myself were also moist and delicious. If you're looking for a small gift, bringing along a few baked goods from here would be a great idea.

Kouign-Amann, Madeleine, Financier Address: 5-19-9 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Phone Number: 050-5597-9733 Business Hours: [Hiroo Main Store] 11:00-18:00, Closed on Tuesdays [GINZA SIX Store] 10:30-20:30, Closed on Sundays Closed on Tuesdays (Hiroo Store only)

Perfect for souvenirs! A popular patisserie in Hiroo. The petit gateau is reasonably priced and very delicious. It's great that they use high-quality ingredients like vanilla generously. They don't skimp on the sugar buttercream, and the dessert has a clear and luxurious flavor. Personally, I think these kinds of sweets are a luxurious treat to enjoy occasionally. I like desserts that are rich and sweet like those from Alain Ducasse. The Kouign-Amann is apparently famous, but I forgot to buy it...

Located just past Hiroo Shotengai within walking distance from Hiroo Station, Sweets Hyakumeiten 2023 has been selected three times in the past. The shop has a glass exterior that allows natural light to illuminate the interior. With a blue roof and a sturdy brown door, stepping inside feels refreshing, almost like entering a jewelry store. It's a shame that it was too hot to buy cakes on that day; I really wanted the Crème Brûlée. They bake it right there for you. Since I had 8 more hours of walking ahead and was worried about it melting, I had to give up. The clientele seems to be mostly affluent locals. Being a fan of canelés, I purchased one for ¥380. The description reads, "A crispy surface with a vanilla and rum-scented moist texture inside." I enjoyed it with coffee as an afternoon snack at 3 o'clock. It had an authentic flavor and was very delicious. The shop features a photo of Arnaud Larher, a top-notch pastry chef and chocolatier recognized by Parisians and awarded the M.O.F (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) title. I would like to try their Crème Brûlée and chocolate cake once the weather cools down. The service was good, and even though I'm not a celebrity, I felt like I was experiencing a taste of luxury.

Located about an 8-minute walk from Hiroo Station, I have visited this restaurant several times and the food was delicious, so I bought some cakes. The ones I tried were Toulouse (4.3), Framboise (4.0), Eclair (4.0), and Vanilla (4.0). All the cakes were very delicious, but I found that eclairs and the like had melted cream, so I thought that it might be quite difficult to take them home during this season.

❥Visited on a Sunday morning❥I ordered takeout items including crème brûlée (they caramelize it for about 5 minutes after you order), gateau aux marrons, kouign-amann, pavé du Montmartre, pear and almond cake, lemon cake, and apple tart. Choosing from the beautifully arranged and cute showcase is the ultimate challenge. I plan to gradually limit my intake to what I can have in a day. If you have a specific item in mind, it's advisable to call the store in the morning on the day of your visit as they may reserve it for you. Since I prefer to see and choose in person, I went in the morning to place my order and picked it up in the evening. Unable to visit Paris due to the pandemic, I hope to try the Parisian shop next time I go there. The crème brûlée was perfectly baked and served in a ceramic dish, with a creamy texture that spreads in your mouth. The gateau aux marrons had a balanced sweetness and didn't overpower the flavor of the chestnuts, and the sponge was light and fluffy. Everything was delicious, and I want to try everything in the store.

The Quinamans @430 yen, Petit Gateaux, baked sweets, and chocolates are recommended. Today, I purchased my favorite Quinaman as a souvenir. Ginza Six is only available on weekends, but the Hiroo main store can be purchased on weekdays. It often sells out by evening. The surface is crispy, while the inside is moist and fluffy. It has a subtle buttery flavor and is not too sweet. Since it's a simple sweet, don't expect too much. The inside of the paper bag is cute with the word "merci" on it. (Gift paper bag 100 yen) The limited-time éclairs look delicious. I will come back again soon.

Visited around 12:35 on a Monday holiday. I had been curious about this famous sweets shop for a while. All the cakes looked delicious, but a bit pricey (laughs). But you won't know until you try them. Carefully selected my choices: - Mille-feuille Vanille 800 yen - Toulouse-Lautrec 870 yen - Monte Cristo 750 yen Total of 2,420 yen. Worried if the ice pack would hold up, but made it home safely. Shared with my family. - Mille-feuille Vanille: "Rich buttery flavor with a gentle sweetness of crème vanille and vanilla chantilly (from the description)." Chose it because the cream on top looked delicious. The cream on top was of course, crispy and had a good buttery flavor, the cream sandwiched in between was also excellent. - Toulouse-Lautrec: "Specialty of Arno Raël. A rich gateau made with 4 types of chocolate (from the description)." The chocolate was smooth and extremely rich. This is a dessert to savor slowly. - Monte Cristo: "Rich 3 types of chocolate with the vibrant scent of raspberries (from the description)." The balance between the rich chocolate and the tartness of raspberries was wonderful. All of them were of high quality. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I always buy Pave Montmartre. It's my favorite baked good. It has a moist almond genoise wrapped in pie crust. It has a firm sponge cake-like texture and the aroma of almonds spreads throughout your mouth. It's exquisite. It's best to slice it with a knife rather than taking a big bite. The Cake au Citron is thinner compared to other shops. It's packed with a strong lemon acidity and has a moist texture. It truly tastes like France.

During the French Patisserie Week, I got takeout of the "Eclair Peche Melba." It had fresh white peaches and dried raspberries on top of the pastry, with a nice burnt taste to the dough. The pink cream and custard layers were just the right balance of sweetness and fruity acidity, making it a truly Peche Melba eclair.

I love this restaurant so much. I finally got to buy the Kouign-Amann that I've been wanting for a long time. Although I can go to Ginza Six for Patisserie Week's eclair, I rarely have the chance to go to Hiroo... But the limited edition eclair is only available at the Hiroo main store, so I went there with hesitation. The taste is beyond words... I love it. I hope they come to Nagoya for an event too.

I had some business near Hiroo Station. After finishing my errands, I visited this restaurant that I had wanted to go to for a while. It was my first time visiting. It's a well-known patisserie located a short walk from the station. The interior has a luxurious feel but a nice atmosphere. I bought the "Tongue Yuzu Citron" and the "Moelleux Chocolat Praline". I chose the Tongue Yuzu Citron based on its appearance. It had a playful shape. I liked the tangy mousse, which matched my taste. I think using acidity skillfully is key to balancing out sweetness. There are still many cakes I want to try, so I will visit again.

Sweets Hyakumeiten 79/100: A trendy restaurant with an orange sign in the stylish neighborhood near Hiroo Station. Inside the spacious shop, you'll find a variety of baked goods, fresh cakes, and pound cakes. Canelés and Kouign-Amann are carefully displayed by the window. You can take photos leisurely inside the shop. The showcase is filled with dazzling cakes. I purchased the "Monte Cristo" for 750 yen, featuring "rich 3 types of chocolate and the vibrant aroma of raspberries." It's my favorite combination of chocolate and raspberries. The tartness of the raspberries stands out, which I like. The chocolate part, which tends to harden, is soft and exquisite as a mousse. I devoured it in no time. Delicious things are just delicious. The "Kouign-Amann" for 430 yen is a specialty from Arnaud Larher Paris, a viennoiserie from the Brittany region. I was surprised by the many layers of pastry. It was incredibly crispy with each bite. The butter flavor was also pronounced, making it a very satisfying dish. I usually carry a bag with me, but it was full, so I purchased a paper bag for 100 yen. It's a cute orange bag, perfect for gifts. If this shop has croissants, I would definitely want to try them! Thank you for the meal.

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Located in Hiroo, this is a renowned sweets shop. Launched by Arnaud Larher, who also trained under Pierre Herme, this French patisserie has its main store here in Japan, along with the Ginza SIX branch. The shop is stylish with glass walls. While their chocolates are famous, they offer a variety of cakes and baked goods. The Toulouse-Lautrec (¥870 incl. tax) is a specialty rich in chocolate, impressing with its luscious and velvety texture, elegant sweetness, and excellent balance of sweetness and bitterness, exuding a luxurious feel. The Tongue Pesh Framboise (¥780 incl. tax) caught attention for its cute appearance and two flavor options, featuring white peach and raspberry. The butter sable base was delicious, offering a unique twist compared to regular cakes. The Fran Vanilla (¥730 incl. tax) is a traditional French confection with generous vanilla cream that pairs well with the pie-like crust. Specialties like Kouign-Amann are also available, along with various baked goods. To fully grasp the charm of this shop, it's recommended to try a variety of items. Note that items are packaged in handle-less boxes, and if you don't have an eco bag, you'll need to purchase a ¥100 paper bag for takeaway.

I occasionally have the cakes here and they are delicious, so I bought a chocolate cake for my friend's celebration! Despite using plenty of chocolate, it wasn't too sweet at all, and it was very delicious. They also sell baked goods, so next time, I'm thinking of trying their baked goods too! It was extremely delicious! Thank you very much!

【Nearest station】 5-6 minutes walk from Hiroo Station 【Price】 Around 1000 yen (depending on the quantity purchased) 【Overview】 The shop's policy is to continue providing "a moment of delight" while cherishing traditional French pastry making, enjoying change, and taking on various challenges (from Instagram). The shop's name comes from the owner, Mr. Laër. Mr. Laër won the highest honor in France for artisans, the M.O.F (Meilleur Ouvrier de France) in the pastry section in 2007. He has since been selected for numerous prestigious awards, establishing himself as one of the world's renowned pastry chefs. The shop has 3 locations in Paris, 1 in Greece, and landed in Japan in 2018, becoming a popular spot. In 2021, they expanded to GINZA SIX, offering popular items like "Kouign-Amann." Particularly popular are the "Toulouse-Lautrec" and "Kouign-Amann," which are specialties. The Toulouse-Lautrec is a rich chocolate cake made with 4 types of French chocolate, both delicious and visually stunning with its reflective surface. 【Menu】 - Toulouse-Lautrec (870 yen) - Millefeuille Pamplemousse et Rose (830 yen) - Tarte Paris-Tokyo (740 yen) - Pain Panini (730 yen) - Fromage a Grume (750 yen) - Kouign-Amann (430 yen) - Canele de Bordeaux (380 yen) 【Impressions】 I happened to pass by this shop and it looked delicious! Upon checking on Tabelog, I realized it's a familiar place! (I couldn't read the sign in English haha) So, I decided to go in. First, the shop is vibrant and bright. They have various cakes, Kouign-Amann, Canele, and baked goods displayed. I consulted with the staff and purchased the Toulouse-Lautrec, Kouign-Amann, and Canele de Bordeaux. The staff was friendly and engaging in conversation, which was great! I felt a strong sense of hospitality! I took the sweets home and tried them. Firstly, the Toulouse-Lautrec (870 yen) was rich in chocolate! It had a hint of liquor aroma, which I usually don't like, but this was just right! It was delicious! Rich but not heavy. Sweet but not overly so, a perfect balance. It might be the best chocolate cake I've ever had! The Kouign-Amann (430 yen) was surprisingly fluffy! Not too dense, with a buttery aroma and a delicious crispy surface. The dough itself wasn't very sweet, which was a nice touch! The Canele de Bordeaux (380 yen) had a slightly crispy exterior. The inside had a hint of liquor and an eggy taste and aroma. It was also really delicious! High-quality sweets! They were delicious! Thank you for the meal!