After wandering around the National Museum in Ueno and admiring various artworks, I felt quite exhausted. I only visited the main building and the Asian Pavilion, as I wasn't interested in the special exhibition. Art appreciation can be quite tiring. Although I didn't spend a long time analyzing each piece, stopping to admire the ones I liked didn't add many steps to my walk. There were chairs scattered around for resting, but by the time I left the museum, it was almost 4 o'clock. Instead of walking back to Akihabara via Sendagi Station, I decided to take the Yamanote Line from Ueno Station to Yoyogi Station. As I strolled through the park, I remembered Ueno Seiyoken, a historic restaurant founded in 1872. I had never visited before due to long queues, but I thought it would be less crowded at this time. I recalled their macaroni gratin and decided to have an early dinner there. The restaurant was full of people waiting, but I was seated within 10 minutes. To my disappointment, the macaroni gratin was no longer on the menu. I had to choose something else, so I opted for an omelette rice with ketchup sauce. The dish was simple and lacked the expected quality, with only onions and mushrooms in the rice and almost no meat. It was quite underwhelming for the price of 1,780 yen. The view from the restaurant was nothing special, and despite being a historic establishment, it didn't seem to justify its prime location near Ueno Park.

Ueno Seiyoken, a pioneer of Western cuisine in Japan, is a large building that resembles a traditional inn located in Ueno Park. I had always overlooked it, but I felt that I must try the traditional flavors at least once before visiting the Matisse exhibition. As I headed towards the right, I found Fukushima Western-style restaurant, a French cuisine grill. There were about 10 people waiting at the entrance, but we were seated after a short 5-minute wait. Luckily, we were guided to a window seat. The view below was of Ueno's greenery and Shinobazu Pond. On a nice day, the terrace seats looked inviting. I ordered a Super Dry draft beer for 780 yen, while my companion had a barrel-aged sparkling wine, which tasted somewhat like juice and wasn't to my liking. I should have just gone with the beer. I decided to try the traditional Beef Stew for 2,780 yen (tax included), which came with bread and rice for a total of 3,100 yen (tax included). This dish, made with the "Demiglace sauce" that has been a representative taste of Seiyoken since its establishment in Meiji 5, was cooked for over a week. The beef stew was tender and flavorful, with large chunks of beef simmered to perfection. The pasta at the bottom of the pot, similar to flat udon noodles, soaked up the delicious flavor. It had a rich and deep umami taste, yet it was not overpowering, leaving a refined flavor that made me appreciate its quality. I also tried the Melba-style Peach Parfait for 1,500 yen (tax included), which is a limited quantity item popular during this season. The parfait consisted of tangy raspberry ice cream, creamy vanilla ice cream, refreshing peach jelly, and lightly simmered fresh peach compote in syrup. Although I wished the peach was fresh instead of compote, it satisfied my craving for peaches. Seiyoken, a longstanding restaurant that caters to the stomachs of many people in Ueno, provided excellent service with a smile. Both the Beef Stew and Peach Parfait were delicious, and I left feeling very satisfied. I would definitely visit again when in the mood for Western cuisine in Ueno.

I went to this restaurant after visiting the Matisse exhibition in Ueno. It had been a long time since my parents brought me here as a child. I had the pork cutlet with demi-glace sauce. The meal had both good and bad points. The good points were the quality of the pork cutlet, the taste of the demi-glace sauce, and the portion size. The bad points were the crunchy texture of the hard breadcrumbs and the mushy spaghetti. The restaurant and service seemed a bit old-fashioned. It felt like it hadn't changed much since the Showa era. I tried a bit of the hamburger my companion had, and that was better prepared. The impression can vary greatly depending on the dish.

I used to have prejudice against Western-style Japanese food, but recently, after visiting various long-established restaurants, I have changed my mind. The omurice may look plain from the outside, but inside it is perfectly half-cooked and creamy. The peach parfait uses ripe peaches, with peach jelly, vanilla ice cream, and raspberry sherbet layered underneath, creating a rich and complex flavor.

You can definitely enjoy the taste of high-class Western cuisine that you can imagine. It makes you feel happy. It is essential to line up on weekends, but the number of seats is large and the operation is well-established, so the waiting time is surprisingly short, which is a pleasant surprise. A versatile and welcoming restaurant that can be used for families with children, elderly families, or even for a date.

When I was a child, my parents used to take me to this nostalgic restaurant as a family occasionally. We went by car because it was hot. The omurice had chicken rice inside and the egg was fluffy. The hayashi sauce was also very delicious. The beef stew was rich and full of ingredients. Everything was just delicious. I even had dessert! The seasonal peach parfait was a bit better if the peaches were sweeter, but overall the sweetness was just right and the sweet and sourness of the cassis ice cream was good. The matcha shaved ice was average. Payment could be made with credit card or PayPay.

The peach season has arrived! Starting from the 6th, Chihaya-ya offers a Melba-style peach parfait for 1500 yen. It consists of a layer of jelly and raspberry sauce, topped with raspberry and vanilla ice cream, and lined with fresh peaches lightly simmered in syrup. The portion is generous and the peaches are full of freshness, making it very delicious. The atmosphere and service are also good. Thank you for the meal.

I received a panda plate that both adults and children will love, from Ueno Seiyoken! The hamburger, shrimp fry with tartar sauce, crab cream croquette, all had high-quality ingredients and were very delicious. At first, I thought 3000 yen for one plate was expensive, but it was worth it.

I visited around 1 pm on a regular day and there was only one group waiting ahead of me. I was seated right away. The customers seemed to be older. I ordered the Panda Plate which was full of variety. It came with dessert and tea, and I was quite full by the end. I would like to visit this long-established Western-style restaurant again.

This famous restaurant, which has become a hit, surprisingly turned out to be quite spacious, and I was able to enter without a reservation on a Saturday afternoon. The restaurant caters to a wide range of customers, including those having lunch, tea, large families, small families, foreign tourists, friends, and individuals of all ages and genders. The turnover seemed fast with a constant flow of customers coming in and out. I opted for lunch this time, feeling hot and sweaty from walking in Ueno Park, I was tempted to have a lunch beer. However, I always end up feeling dizzy and unwell after having beer on a hot day, so I resisted the temptation. But as soon as I saw other tables enjoying beer or sparkling drinks, I quickly gave in. The lunch beer on a hot day is just perfect! I had a hard time deciding from the menu but eventually found something great - the "Panda Plate" which included hamburger, shrimp fry, Napolitan, and crab cream croquette, a luxurious children's lunch. I also ordered the "Omelette Rice (Hayashi Sauce)", which I love. The beer arrived first, and it was delicious. I had the omelette rice, which was beautifully wrapped and topped with Hayashi sauce. It looked like a piece of art. The Hayashi rice had plenty of meat chunks in it. I also tried some of the Panda Plate, especially the huge shrimp fry. Everything was delicious. The dishes had a panda design, and even the mango pudding dessert had panda art on top, showing the restaurant's love for Ueno. Looking back, I should have ordered the beer with the food. It was a delightful experience at "Ueno Seiyoken Main Store Restaurant". It had an elegant yet casual atmosphere. I regret not visiting sooner, but I will definitely come back again. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

The peach parfait I had this season was delicious with a fresh taste of syrup-soaked peaches. The historical atmosphere of the old mansion added to the experience, and I was completely satisfied. I will definitely visit again! The Melba-style peach parfait costs 1500 yen and consists of a jelly-like base with raspberry sauce, topped with raspberry and vanilla ice cream, and lined with peaches. The peaches, lightly poached in syrup, were fresh and plentiful, making it very delicious. The interior, service, and traditional atmosphere were all great. I may have ruined my diet, but I'll start fresh tomorrow! Thank you for the meal.

I visited the famous longstanding restaurant Seiyouken Honten, which is well-known in the media! It's a bit of a walk from Ueno Station, but since it's located in a park, it's not too bad if you think of it as a nice stroll. I ordered the Panda Plate, which comes with shrimp fry, cream croquette, hamburger, Napolitan, and dessert with a panda pudding! I think it's a wonderful restaurant where you can experience the atmosphere of a longstanding establishment.

I visited the main branch of Ueno Seiyoken restaurant in Ueno Park. Of course, the purpose was the original Hayashi Rice! I chose Hayashi Rice without hesitation, while my companion ordered the Panda Plate. After about 7-8 minutes, the Hayashi Rice finally arrived. I placed Fukujinzuke and pickled radish on the rice, then generously poured the Hayashi sauce on top! I took a spoonful and enjoyed the gentle flavor. If I were to describe the taste, it would be universally appealing, classic, mild, and fitting for anyone. Honestly, I don't think this dish stands out as exceptionally delicious, but that's what makes it good. It's a testament to preserving the traditional taste since 1872. It's amazing to think that this quality of cuisine has been served since the Meiji era. Let's hope that this restaurant, with its cultural value, continues to prosper as a long-standing Western-style eatery. Thank you for the meal.

I am always impressed every time I visit. This time, I had omurice with demiglace sauce and a strawberry parfait. The omurice had a lingering buttery taste in the demiglace sauce which was really delicious. This is what a perfect omurice should be like. The strawberry parfait was a first for me. The rich cream brought out the flavor of the strawberries and it felt nostalgic for some reason. I kept wondering why it felt nostalgic as I savored every bite, even until the last bite of the strawberry jam. The overall balance was amazing. Maybe the nostalgic feeling came from the richness and firmness of the cream and ice cream. Luckily, we got a table on the terrace outside. The fresh greenery was beautiful and it felt really nice.

I visited the Ueno Seiyoken Honten Restaurant in Ueno Park. Today, I decided to try the Panda Plate for lunch to change things up. It had shrimp fry, crab cream croquette, hamburger, and napoletana, which was a fantastic combination. All the dishes were delicious, especially the shrimp fry with tartar sauce. The view from the restaurant was also wonderful, as I could see Shinobazu Pond and the zoo from above. The combination of beautiful scenery and delicious food was excellent.

My highness wanted to have lunch on the terrace because the weather was nice, so I searched desperately. We had to wait for about 30 minutes due to the long holiday, but we were finally seated on the terrace. Lucky us! The restaurant had a traditional and nostalgic feel to it, and the atmosphere was great. My highness was in a good mood. I really liked Ueno because there are many art museums and the atmosphere is calm and peaceful.

I visited around 11:30 on a holiday. The terrace seats were full, but there were still some seats available inside the restaurant. The interior had a luxurious feel, which was very nice. The food, including the beef stew shown in the photo, was delicious. I also had the pork cutlet and steak, both of which were tasty.

The seating is narrow with small tables for two people, so if you order a lot, it might not all fit. It was very crowded during Golden Week. The order is based on the order of lining up, so please be careful. I ordered the Omhayashi, which was a delicious combination of buttery omurice and rich hayashi sauce. The beef was tender and flavorful, a true taste of a long-established restaurant. I think it's a good deal for 1980 yen. The service is not the best, but the taste was so good that I would like to go again.

After the meal, why not take a stroll in Ueno Park? Check out the following blog article for more information: https://katsuq.com/blog-entry-628.html I tried to enter the main store of "Ueno Seiyoken" in Ueno Park, but it was full so I couldn't get in, so I went to the sister store "Cafe Landor" in the same building. There are terrace seats in the store, where you can overlook Shinobazu Pond. While looking at the menu, I ordered beef stew, omelette rice (with Hayashi sauce), and a panda plate. The omelette rice (with Hayashi sauce) and beef stew were served. They may look small, but they had a good amount of meat and pasta. Here is the panda plate. The plate is decorated with a picture of a panda parent and child. It's a dish that seems to be for children, but the taste and portion were suitable for adults. For dessert, I had coffee-flavored and strawberry-flavored Bavarian cream. It came with a drink, but I forgot to take a picture of it (^^ Finally, I got a complimentary biscuit. This review is based on the blog article at the beginning.

On this day, I went to Ueno Park with my parents. We wanted to have a delicious meal, so we decided to go to "Ueno Seiyoken Main Store Restaurant." When we arrived, there was a long line of people waiting, and we were told it would be a 20-minute wait, possibly longer. We decided to wait, and surprisingly, we were seated in less than 10 minutes. We ordered Omurice Hayashi (1980 yen), Crab Cream Croquette (1980 yen), Beef Stew (2780 yen), and Corn Soup (780 yen). We also added rice (320 yen) to the Crab Cream Croquette and Beef Stew. The food took a bit of time to arrive due to the crowd, but when it did, it was delicious. The Omurice Hayashi that I ordered had a perfect fluffy texture of the egg wrapping around the rice, combined with the traditional Hayashi sauce. The Beef Stew was rich and flavorful, and both dishes were the best I've had at a Western-style restaurant. My family also enjoyed the Crab Cream Croquette and Corn Soup. Despite some shortcomings in the service, the quality of the food alone would warrant a rating of 4 or higher. I highly recommend this restaurant to others, and I would love to visit again when I'm in the area.