北海道のふづき
I headed to a cafe on the 7th floor of a building near "Kanariya" for a light time-pass, but it was unexpectedly closed for the day. The elevator button on the 7th floor not working should have been a clue, but I couldn't reach the store by phone either. There was no notice of closure on their website, so there was no way to know without going there. In such situations, I looked for a substitute at a nearby cafe, and chose "Otona Za" from the list. It is a co-working cafe during the day and a members-only bar at night. They have Wi-Fi and charging spaces, and the location is also nice with a good view. It turned out fine in the end! The cafe I was originally planning to visit was on the 7th floor, while this one was on the 8th floor, one level higher! The entrance to the store may be confusing at first sight, but the excitement of finding it is worth it! I won't reveal the location of the entrance, but if you can't find it, there are kind reviewers who have mentioned it, so look for their reviews. The process after entering is that the staff explains the store's system at the counter, then you choose your order from a large menu sheet at your table, and when you're ready to order, you go back to the counter. Once you place your order, you return to your seat. The staff also offers original drinks with numbers, drink names, and subtitles. Some original drinks may not be available due to shift schedules, so be aware of that. I ordered the "Apollo Chocolate Drink" from the "Cake + Drink Set (¥1000)" with the "chat cake (¥600)". The cake turned out to be a financiers with raspberries. The drink had a hidden word, but you can probably guess it. The cake had a moist and crumbly texture reminiscent of madeleines, with a slightly crispy surface. The combination of textures was delightful, and the rich aroma of fermented butter combined with the sweet and sour taste of raspberries was soothing. The gelato served with the cake also had a nice acidity. The drink, once properly mixed by the staff, had layers of milk, strawberry, and chocolate. It tasted similar to a strawberry milk with added chocolate, but mixing it well is essential to enjoy all the flavors.