Tangmochan2
Ikebukuro Station Lumine 8th floor Hawaiian cafe, popular for pancakes. Arrived around 7:15 pm, first time visiting. The staff had a lovely smile and conducted temperature checks and alcohol disinfection. About 80% of the seats were occupied. Sat at a 2-person table towards the back, as it was close to last order time. My first order was also the last order at 8 pm closing time. Water was served, and I checked the menu. Although combos were tempting, I opted for the Avocado Cheeseburger with a mini salad and soup to keep it light. The mini salad was refreshing with a carrot dressing, and the onion and egg soup was sweet and flavorful, albeit a bit too sweet for my liking. The Avocado Cheeseburger was about 12 cm tall with layers of buns, lettuce, tangy tartar sauce, beef patty, cheese, avocado, and buns. The beef patty was pinkish-red inside, flavorful and sweet, while the avocado was a bit plain. The tangy tartar sauce added a nice touch, and the slightly toasted buns were tasty. The cheese was mild, and more thickness would have made it more like a cheeseburger. The lettuce was crisp and went well with the tangy tartar sauce. Overall, it was a light burger, perfect for that moment. The French fries were thin and plentiful, enjoyed with ketchup. I spent about 25 minutes there, intending for a light dinner but the fries were a bit much. However, the balance with the mini salad and soup was good. I might try the popular pancakes next time. I've been frequenting Lumine lately, and there are still many unvisited places, so there might be more to come. Lumine is affordable and has many popular eateries, so it can get crowded. Thank you. Tax-included prices: Avocado Cheeseburger 1188 yen, Set (Mini salad and soup) 220 yen.