Visited on August 1, 2023. It's about a 3-minute walk from Iriya Station on the Hibiya Line. A renovated old house café that stands out in the uninteresting Iriya area. The yellow façade leaves a strong impression. I arrived around 2 p.m. after avoiding the thunderstorm at a café in Jinbocho. The rain had finally stopped, but there were only three female customers inside. Although lunchtime had passed, they said they could still make food, so I ordered. Today's special was Doria with salad and a drink for 1,900 yen. I also ordered a hot coffee and a rare cheesecake for dessert, totaling 2,480 yen. I hadn't eaten anything substantial since 6 a.m., so having a proper lunch at a café was a first for me. I wonder what kind of shop this place used to be. The space is spacious, not quite a traditional tatami room, but still relaxing. There are tables on a raised platform, where the dessert cakes are displayed. I checked out what was there while using the restroom. The Doria had a mushroom and eggplant tomato sauce today, served piping hot with plenty of stringy cheese. It was filling on its own. The coffee was served right after I finished eating, and the rare cheesecake I chose from the dessert options was also delicious. Ordering dessert can add up, but I hope this renovated café, which could become a local landmark, continues to thrive.

The coffee set and pancakes cost 1600 yen. It was said that it would take 30 minutes to make, but it didn't actually take that long to come out. It looked small, but it was just the right amount for women and not too sweet, so I could eat it all in one go! I was satisfied and full. The air conditioning doesn't work well in the summer, maybe because it's old, but the atmosphere is great.

I have always wanted to try Ilya Plus Tahara-cho as well. The limited-time melon one was sold out. I was also interested in the limited-time lemon yogurt pancake, but I was more curious about the classic daifuku pancake, so I ordered the Cream Daifuku Pancake for 1,900 yen. For an additional 100 yen, I got a hojicha latte. It takes about 20-30 minutes to prepare because they carefully bake it. It's additive-free, so it's gentle on the body. When it arrived, it was wobbly. Inside, there was homemade sweet bean paste, whipped cream, mochi, kinako, and ice cream on the side. The chewiness of the mochi is irresistible. I struggled to cut the mochi while filming! And eventually gave up (laughs). It's a pancake that you can drink because it's made of meringue batter (laughs).

After finishing visiting my family's grave, I found this cafe while searching for a place to have some tea. It used to be an electrical appliance store, but now it has a nostalgic atmosphere. It reminds me of my childhood home before it was rebuilt. I decided to order a cake set. You can choose your cake from the case at the back of the seating area. I chose carrot cake and a hot coffee. The carrot cake was dense and delicious, with nuts in it. I definitely want to eat it again. The coffee was also fragrant and tasty.

Iriya [Ilya Plus Cafe] Foodlog 3.56 Closed on Mondays ⏰ 11:00-19:00 Customer service‍♀️ ◯ Official account Cash payment only! I've been to Asakusa's Custom Warehouse before, but this is my first time here! I arrived around 11:30 on a weekday and there were about 4 or 5 groups, but the place is quite spacious so I didn't have to wait to enter! There were also a lot of solo customers, and even groups of 4 could sit comfortably. The pancakes take 30 minutes to make, but if orders overlap, it could take over 50 minutes, which was the case for me. If you're in a hurry, getting a cake set might be better! ◉ Banana Chocolate Pancake ◉ 1900 Happy Drink Set The pancakes were incredibly fluffy! I was impressed that they achieved this without using baking powder! There was a surprising amount of banana around and on top of the pancakes! Even though I was very hungry, I ended up feeling full! The savory pancakes also looked delicious! Next time, I might order both sweet and savory to share! I'm afraid to go on weekends due to the crowds, but it's very calm on weekdays! It wasn't too crowded when I went, but it took about 50 minutes, so it might take longer during peak times! It's a hidden gem for cafes on weekdays! Thank you for reading until the end. #Iriya #IriyaGourmet #IriyaCafe #IriyaLunch #IlyaPlusCafe #IriyaStation #IriyaPancakes #Pancakes #TokyoPancakes #TaitoWardGourmet #PancakeTour #PancakeSpecialtyShop

There is a cool café located less than a minute's walk from Iriya Station. The café is always crowded, whether it's a busy time or a quiet time. I ordered today's doria (mushroom, turnip, soybean) with salad and juice for ¥1,900. The meal was healthy and satisfying, with a slightly high-class price. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I felt like trying something other than pancakes for a change, so I ordered a set of pudding and cafe latte. The pudding had a subtle egg flavor and was slightly firm, not too sweet. It had a generous amount of whipped cream, but it wasn't overwhelming and I enjoyed it until the last bite.

It's not good to eat pancakes after going to the gym, but I always end up going to this pancake place near my gym when I get tired of chicken salad. Recently, they changed their pancakes to souffle pancakes, which are delicious, but I also used to enjoy their previous pancakes. I really want to try the American-style pancakes I had in the US, but surprisingly, I can't find them here. I always end up ordering the Hummingbird Pancakes at this place. I first realized how delicious pecan nuts are from these pancakes. The Hummingbird Pancakes are really tasty. If they add more items to their menu that I want to try, I might end up going there more often.

I finished my errands in Iriya and before heading home, I took a break here and was tempted by the pancake menu. However, it would take over 30 minutes after ordering, so I reluctantly chose the pudding and iced coffee set. After ordering, I became very interested in the pancakes made from scratch. I will definitely come back! The table at the seat I sat in seems to be made from a reused door, with cute diamond-shaped glass. The pudding was firm and the whipped cream topping was very delicious. The caramel at the bottom was slightly bitter, which complemented the flavor of the pudding.

I had duck soba at Kawashima and then went to Ilya Plus Cafe. It's still a calming space as always. Since I had soba, I only had a drink. I had the Buku Buku Cream Soda. I was drawn to the name. The retro feel of the Mitsuya Cider bottle adds to the atmosphere. As the soda decreases, they add more. It's truly frothy and bubbling. The ice cream has a delicious taste of vanilla beans. It's great to have a bubbling drink on a hot day.

I had meatloaf for lunch and whipped pancakes for dessert! The meatloaf was flavorful yet light, and very delicious. I shared the pancakes with a friend, but they were so light and melted in my mouth that I finished them in no time! They were delicious! I'm curious about trying the cake next time!

I had a little tea time to adjust my schedule at Illya Plus Cafe, which is located near Inaricho Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line. I ordered a set of pudding and a drink for 1200 yen. The pudding was in a bottle and the homemade ginger honey drink had a refreshing taste with a strong ginger flavor. The cafe has a cozy atmosphere with a touch of an old folk house, and the wall shelves are decorated with objects like books and fans, showing a good sense of style. The customers were diverse in age and gender, enjoying their tea time in their own ways. It was a relaxing tea time during my spare time. Thank you for the meal.

I visited GW in the middle of the season with my child, and it was a very relaxing time. The weather was nice, and the atmosphere was pleasant with good ventilation. The famous pancakes took a while, but the relaxed atmosphere made the wait enjoyable. They were fluffy and delicious.

The ham salad pancake was unexpectedly delicious. The atmosphere of the cafe, which is styled like a renovated old Japanese house, was also nice. The homemade ginger tea is very strong, so be careful. I planned to try something different next time, but the ham salad pancake was so good that I ended up ordering it again. It's just too delicious. I'll try something else next time for sure. (I didn't order the ginger tea this time).

Arrival at Uguisudani, a town with a home sauna and Kan'ei-ji temple. It's still too early to go to the sauna. Oh, there's a cafe near Iriya Station that I like. It's a stylish and sophisticated cafe, perfect for a relaxed work environment. The cafe looks like it's not a cafe from the outside, but the atmosphere inside is wonderful. They renovated an old folk house, giving it a warm feeling. The interaction between the local families and the staff is friendly, making it easy for even small children to enter without hesitation. The atmosphere makes you forget about time. The interior is surprisingly spacious and open. The chairs are comfortable and fluffy, with excellent Wi-Fi. This place is amazing! Oh, they also specialize in pancakes!? Is it really that popular? I can't eat two pancakes in one day. I'll go for the cake set instead. I'll have the rare cheesecake and a hot coffee. Let's write a review while waiting leisurely. The cake set has arrived. Let's dig in. The coffee is strong and bitter, a nice dark roast. The rare cheesecake is gently sweet with a mild flavor. So cozy. I'd like to stay in a folk house someday. Today, it's back to the capsule hotel. Thank you for the meal.

I visited Inari after watching a comedy live at Asakusa 5656 Kaikan. It was my first visit, and I arrived around 3 pm on a rainy Saturday, but luckily I was able to enter without waiting. After that, there was a bit of a waiting line forming, but it seemed like you could get in after waiting for about 10-15 minutes. I ordered the pancake with mochi that I had been interested in after seeing it on Twitter! It came with a drink for 1900 yen. (I added 100 yen to change the drink to a hojicha latte.) The hojicha latte was not too sweet, which paired well with the sweets. This place is popular for its pancakes, but they also had homemade cakes in the showcase, and the cake and drink set (1200 yen) looked really good too. I want to try the Basque cheesecake. The pancakes were thick and fluffy. It takes about 30 minutes to bake, but the atmosphere of the restaurant is very nice so you can relax and wait. The mochi pancake looks like a ghost. Inside the mochi, there is plenty of whipped cream and sweet red bean paste! The pancake is drizzled with black honey, and it also comes with vanilla ice cream, so when you eat it all together, it's amazing. Both the drink and the pancake were delicious, and the atmosphere of the restaurant was calm and relaxing. There were many people reading alone. It was a very nice restaurant! Thank you for the meal.

I visit a renovated cafe in an old folk house in Iriya every 3-4 years. The interior made of wood gives a sense of the long history. I had the daily special stir-fry (zucchini, mushrooms, soybeans), whipped butter pancakes, and hot coffee. The stir-fry had a decent portion with plenty of zucchini and mushrooms, tasting healthy. The pancakes my wife ordered were fluffy and delicious. Although I was told it would take about 50 minutes, I said it was fine, and it was worth the wait as it was so delicious. It's very light, so it can be eaten as a dessert. All the young girls were waiting and eating. The coffee was also delicious. It might be better to order right after opening.

The seasonal limited pancake, similar to a strawberry daifuku, is usually on the menu. The pancake is light and not overly sweet, with no additives. It is filled with plenty of red bean paste and whipped cream, making it delicious.

▶︎ Despite being a popular spot, it was just the right amount of crowded where you could easily get a table even on a weekend afternoon. The interior had a calming wooden decor, making it feel cozy like home. ▶︎ Very Very Pancake - 1900 yen The pancakes were fluffy and airy, yet moist and delicious. They jiggled with just a slight movement of the plate. However, eating a whole plate might be a bit overwhelming due to the richness of the cream. It would be perfect for those who love pancakes and cream. ▶︎ Cafe Latte +100 yen The latte exceeded my expectations! It had a strong and bold flavor, perfect for those who enjoy a more bitter and dark roast. The espresso was also intense, making it my ideal latte. ▶︎ Overall, I would like to revisit because of the delicious latte, but the menu composition was not quite to my liking. It mainly consisted of sweet items like pancakes and cakes. I wish they had healthier options like sandwiches or one-plate dishes.

- Summary - Name: Cafe in an old folk house in Iriya Wait time: 10 minutes (December/Wednesday 12:30) Today's menu: - Meatloaf with brown rice and red rice: 1250 yen - Iced coffee: 150 yen Total: 1400 yen - Review - Hello, good morning or good evening! I visited a cafe in Iriya with a food log rating of 3.55 (December 2022). I had some errands in Kyobashi today, so I stopped by this cafe on my way back from a ride. You can't park road bikes but if you have a self-standing bicycle, you can park it in front of the store. There is a guardrail on Showa Street. - Visit at 12:30 - The cafe is located in a renovated old folk house. Since there are not many offices around here and it's a weekday, the customers mainly consist of mom friends and moms with children. - Food served at 12:40 - I ordered the "Meatloaf and rice" dish. It came on a big plate with a large meatloaf, salad, and rice with brown and red rice mixed in. The salad had plenty of mustard and honey dressing with various baby leaf vegetables and celery. The meatloaf was like a cake with lots of vegetables inside, such as broccoli, eggplant, and sweet potatoes. The vegetables complemented the meat well, and the tomato sauce added a nice touch. The rice was a mix of grains with a sprinkle of sesame salt, and it was delicious on its own. - Healthy lunch at the old folk house cafe! Even though it doesn't seem like my style, it was a delicious meal. Thank you!

The person I met this time is someone who laid the foundation for Japan's 10-year medal contention in a certain event. We are the same age and get along well. It's been a while, maybe a year? The last time we met was coincidentally at Nagasaki Airport through the window. We have been exchanging emails though. So, we decided to have lunch together. I was recommended the quiche here, and it was indeed delicious! They use good ingredients. He, who is also particular about food like me, approved it, so it must be good. He noticed that I looked too thin and advised me to build muscle. I already know that, being a former athlete. We thought about having coffee, but he suggested having it elsewhere. He also brews coffee himself, but he said this place is different. When I mentioned that I could tell by observing the way the staff treats customers, he agreed. Well, being with him gives me a sense of ease. Thank you for the meal!