The lunch at "Chez MACIO" on the first floor of the Pearl Hotel in Akasaka-dori shopping street in Shinjuku-ku was amazing. It was my first time having lunch there. For 1000 yen, you get freshly baked bread, Miura vegetables salad, potage soup, daily pasta, and dessert. The value for money is incredible. It's easy to see why it's so popular. I was very satisfied with everything - all the dishes were delicious! #chezmacio #chezmacioShinjukuAkasaka #Akasakalunch #Akasakadinner #Akasakagourmet #Akasakapasta #PearlHotelShinjukuAkasaka #Akasaka #ChezMashioShinjukuAkasaka

Overall, the restaurant lacked flavor and the portion sizes were disappointing. It is located in a new hotel that opened a few years ago in Akebonobashi. The restaurant itself is clean and tidy, but the lunch experience was a bit underwhelming. I can't quite remember the exact price, but I believe it was around the mid-thousand yen range. The soup had a carrot base and was quite bland and watery. The bread was overly sweet, which was unexpected. The main dish, pork sauté, had a texture that was almost too soft, lacking in flavor. It felt like the meat had lost its richness, maybe due to storage issues. Additionally, the portion size was small and left me feeling unsatisfied. The coffee jelly served at the end was disappointingly tiny, with a bitter but lacking depth in flavor. It would have been better to not serve it at all in such a small portion. It seems like cost-cutting measures may have affected the overall quality of the meal, which is a shame considering the restaurant is in a new and clean establishment.

French restaurant located in the shopping street of Akasaka. They offer lunch options such as pasta and special Hayashi. I tried the special Hayashi for 1,320 yen, which came with a choice of rice or bread, salad, soup, and a mini dessert. Money spent: 1,320 yen. Rating: 3 points. Rating scale: 5 points: Definitely want to visit again! 4 points: Would like to revisit if given the chance. 3 points: Willing to revisit. 2 points: Once is enough. 1 point: No need to visit.

Located in the middle of the Akebonobashi-dori shopping street, right by Akebonobashi Station, is Che Maseo on the first floor of the Pearl Hotel, completed in 2018. I had been curious about this restaurant for a while and finally had the chance to visit. The restaurant has a spacious interior and a casual atmosphere. As I visited alone, I decided to sit at the counter and enjoy a relaxing drink. I started with a glass of Premium Malts draft beer. I also ordered the Chef's assorted appetizers of the day, which included roasted duck, basil & tomato saury, and salmon. Everything was delicious and paired well with my drink. Although I couldn't stay long, I heard that the ostrich meat and cheese fondue are highly recommended. The staff were friendly and engaging. The restaurant has a capacity suitable for parties and events, which is quite rare in the Akebonobashi area. They also accept electronic payments, which was convenient. I look forward to visiting again at a more leisurely pace. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

In the past, there was Fuji Television, so I have the impression that there are still good shops in Arashio-bashi. I had a salad lunch at a shop I randomly entered. It came with carrot soup and dessert. There was all-you-can-eat bread, and I really liked the sweet potato cheese bread and had seconds. The salad used vegetables from Miura Peninsula with a special dressing. They will add more dressing if you need it. My friend had the limited edition five-grain rice and hashed beef rice, which were also excellent. They also offer private party reservations at a reasonable price. The staff were very friendly, and we had a great time. There were many elegant local ladies as customers, creating a nice atmosphere. I would love to visit this shop again.

The newly opened hotel on the 1st floor is bright and clean with glass walls. The atmosphere is more casual. There are about 25 two-person tables with plenty of space between them. The staff, including waiters in casual black outfits and young women in white blouses, provide attentive and diligent service. Around noon on a weekday, the place was about half full with groups of women, and by the time I left, it was almost full. Since it has only been open for about a month, it seems to attract more people who like trying new places rather than regular customers. The lunch menu includes pasta for ¥1,000, salad plate for ¥1,200, omurice for ¥1,200, main plate for ¥1,300, and cheese fondue for ¥1,500, with salad, soup, and dessert included. There are a couple of pasta and main plate options that change daily. I ordered the "carbonara-style omurice". The soup, a carrot potage, arrived quickly and was creamy with a hint of creaminess from the cream but a weak carrot flavor. The omurice was served on a wooden plate with salad, featuring fluffy scrambled eggs topped with melted cheese, bacon, and parsley. The flavor of the cheese was weak, the bacon tasted cheap, and the pepper was lacking. The rice was saffron-flavored and cooked just right for the omurice. Bread was offered for free, but there was no mention of rice. The salad was fresh but the dressing tasted artificial, ruining the freshness. The dessert was a milk-flavored jelly, tasty but a small portion. Drinks were not included in the set menu and cost extra. Despite the good atmosphere and service, the food quality did not match the price.

I understand that cheese fondue is recommended, but surprisingly, ostrich is also recommended here haha. So, I decided to give it a try! This restaurant has branches in Yaesu and Kami-Atsugi. Well, the ostrich was delicious! I've never had ostrich in a Western-style seasoning before (I think), so it was refreshing. It tasted like mild beef and was tender, making it easy to eat. I think it would be good for those who are trying ostrich for the first time. The staff were polite and kind.

Stylish and substantial.

I stayed at the Pearl Hotel Shinjuku Akebonobashi in October 2019 and had breakfast here. The breakfast was quite delicious for a business hotel. There were various options, but I couldn't resist the smell of curry and chose the morning curry. The curry seemed to be for commercial use, but the salad was fresh and good. Thank you for the meal.