This is my second time visiting the Shibuya store, but I have been to other branches multiple times. The service at the Shibuya store is not great, partly because it is self-service. The QR code for the point card is not displayed on tables or walls; instead, staff members hold onto it and you have to ask for it. This time, I tried the new addition to the menu, the Meat Sauce Curry with Meat, priced at 990 yen. I used a coupon to add a fried egg on top. The portion was quite generous, and I left feeling full. The meat sauce was delicious as always, and while the curry tasted familiar, it was still tasty.

Visited on a Saturday in September 2023, around 5 pm. The restaurant was not crowded at this time. The system had changed quite a bit, with a touch panel ticket machine for ordering and self-service pickup. I ordered the Mega Napoli (600g) for ¥890 using the ticket machine, and within 2-3 minutes, my order number was displayed on a screen in the center of the restaurant for pickup. They had a variety of condiments available, including lemon sauce and a spicy sauce. The dish was served on a deeper silver plate this time, which made the portion of the Mega Napoli (600g) seem more manageable. The Napoli was delicious, with a nice charred flavor and a rich ketchup taste. The sausage, bell peppers, and onions were tasty, and adding plenty of powdered cheese enhanced the richness of the dish. I also tried adding lemon sauce and the spicy sauce for flavor variations. It took me about 20 minutes to finish the 600g portion, which was quite challenging but worth it. Napoli is truly delicious!

When you feel like eating junky spaghetti, head to Pancho. There are various locations, and they are known for their Napolitan, but I highly recommend the meat sauce! I like to change up the flavor by adding lots of cheese on top of the rich meat sauce. While there are now more pasta options available, I still prefer the meat sauce. It's just a shame that prices have gone up compared to the past. Where do you recommend for good spaghetti restaurants? Please let me know! Thank you for the meal today as well.

September 2023 Sunday Dinner ⭐️ Tabelog rating 3.34 ⭐️ Napoli (large serving 500g) ¥890. I visited after a long time around 5 PM on Sunday. The restaurant is located underground next to the popular restaurant Chouraku. It was not crowded at this time. The system has changed quite a bit with the layout of the restaurant, touch panel ticket machine, and self-service pick-up. I ordered Napoli through the ticket machine for ¥890. You can choose from regular 400g, large serving 500g, and mega 600g. Cashless payment is accepted. In 2-3 minutes, a pick-up number is displayed on the screen in the center of the restaurant, and you go to pick up your order. Next to the pick-up area, there are condiments available. Tabasco and powdered cheese are provided at the table. The silver plate seems to have gotten deeper. This time, I selected the large serving of 500g, and while it looked like a large portion on a regular plate, it didn't seem like too much on the deeper silver plate. The Napoli sizzling on the hot plate is delicious with its shiny appearance. The perfectly seasoned rich ketchup is irresistible! The addictive sausages with a B-class feel, along with bell peppers and onions, are tasty as well. Sprinkling plenty of powdered cheese enhances the richness. I finished it in about 10 minutes! Since I didn't add any toppings this time, the large serving of 500g had just the right amount of noodles.

I ordered the famous Napolitan and curry combo that I had been curious about at this chain store. The staff were all very friendly. There were plenty of condiments to use, and the spicy powder went well with everything. I enjoyed the Napolitan and curry spiced up. The toppings were also plentiful. It's a restaurant that makes you want to come back again.

It's a great pricing for those with a big appetite! [Napolitan Meat Sauce] ★Amount of pasta★ Small 300g, Regular 400g, Large 500g, Mega 600g ★Price★ Small ¥790, Regular to Mega ¥890 Today's order is a regular serving of Napolitan (400g) with added crab cream croquette and omelette.

I visited this place in Shibuya during the daytime, prioritizing time. Looking at the menu in front of the ticket machine, I realized that I had hardly tried anything except for the Napoli. I chose the White Napoli. Watching the kitchen from the counter, I noticed a white one among the tomato-colored frying pans. That's mine! When it arrived, I dove right in. It was a pasta with a new taste that I couldn't distinguish between Japanese and Western flavors. There were scattered red peppers. Oh, it's more like a Japanese-style, street food flavor. I sprinkled some coarse pepper. Huh? Back to the new taste (laughs). I added some powdered cheese. Oh, it's more like a Western flavor. I discovered an easy way to change the taste. Personally, I might add this place to my rotation when visiting Pancho (laughs). First, try it plain. Thank you for the meal.

I love Pancho, and whenever I get hungry in Shibuya, Shinjuku, or Akihabara, I always decide to eat at Pancho. One time, there was a sudden power outage and the whole restaurant went dark. But I didn't feel bad about it at all because the staff handled it well. They apologized sincerely for the inconvenience and I just had to say, "It's okay, don't worry about it" haha. I ordered my usual mega-sized meat sauce dish, which was delicious as always. I would rate it 85 out of 100.

I went to eat a mega portion of meat sauce, but as soon as I entered, there was a sudden power outage. I wonder what the cause was? There was no lightning, so I couldn't think of anything that could have caused the outage. I wanted to eat delicious spaghetti, and I wanted to eat a lot of it. That's the goal, so I don't mind the power outage. At Pancho, you can enjoy the noodles and sauce separately, which is a great feature. I would give it a recommendation score of 80 points.

Spaghetti with plenty of ketchup, thick bacon, and a mountain of powdered cheese... Indulge in this guilt-inducing dish while generously dipping each bite in ketchup. For some reason, you can't help but crave it. Plus, you get a free upgrade to a large portion for the same price, making it a great deal.

I visited around 1 pm for lunch. The restaurant was almost full but there was a single seat available. I had been craving for Napolitan since the morning, so I ordered it. It was delicious... a generous portion with large sausages, onions, and a perfect egg on top. I had been walking around the Yamanote Line all day and was exhausted, so the Napolitan tasted even better. I will definitely come back! ♥︎

I used a 240 yen topping voucher that I got from a coupon book I picked up at a delicious shrimp broth ramen shop called Ebikura. Today, I decided to try the White Napo for 980 yen, which I had never tried before. I paid with my Suica card and ordered a large size, just like last time. I showed the topping voucher to the staff, and after selecting a 240 yen Crab Corn topping, I received my order. The aroma of garlic was strong as I took my seat. The Crab Corn, White Napo, and red pickled ginger were served on a silver plate. I sprinkled some powdered cheese and started eating. It was delicious, but I hope the garlic smell won't bother others on the crowded train ride home. Luckily, I'm wearing a mask, so it should be fine. This restaurant offers a free topping voucher on days with an 8, so I received one for my next visit as well. It looks like I can enjoy another topping worth up to 240 yen next time too.

I ordered something that seemed more junk food-like as it was available for a limited time. I meant to order the regular size, but accidentally ended up getting the small size... Oh well. The small size still has quite a volume, and it looks like there's a good amount of fat in it. The amount of garlic and the smell are overwhelming. Truly reminiscent of Jiro-style ramen. Maybe it's a good thing I got the small size, haha.

On March 10th, it's "Meat Day" so I got a coupon for one coin meat sauce! It's been 4 years since I last went to Pancho's, so let's go♪ I ordered a small portion of meat sauce for 500 yen. Four years ago, I finished a 600g portion, but this time I played it safe with 300g (^^;;; But, 300g is still quite a lot, right...ww I sprinkled plenty of forbidden white powder (cheese) on top and twirled the thick spaghetti around my fork♪ I'm more of a Napoli sauce person, but meat sauce is delicious too♪ (๑ᴖ◡ᴖ๑)♪

Poncho Honten in Shibuya Dōgenzaka is the original store of Poncho, serving nostalgic Neapolitan spaghetti with thick noodles, sliced sausages, and rich ketchup. The prices are not cheap, but the free extra-large portion makes it a good deal. There is a huge bottle of Tabasco on the counter, with glasses placed next to it for size comparison.

Meat sauce (820 yen) - I had been avoiding carbohydrates for a while, but I was in the mood for some good old-fashioned spaghetti. So I decided to go for the bolognese. I entered the restaurant, bought my meal ticket, and took a seat. After about 5 minutes, my bolognese was ready. The meat sauce here is more like a tomato-based sauce than a traditional bolognese. It wasn't what I had in mind, but the unique taste of this C-grade spaghetti was surprisingly delicious. I added plenty of Tabasco and grated cheese, and indulged in this unhealthy but satisfying meal. Ah, the guilty pleasure of it all after so long. But man, the prices have gone up since the last time I was here.

After how many years? No, after 10 years? I made a surprise visit for some reason. Why? Because I couldn't resist the temptation of the addictive back fat pepperoncino that I happened to see. I ordered 400 grams. The noodles are still too hot! It's amazing! I ate it in an instant while burning myself. It was delicious! :)

▼Points - A restaurant specializing in Napoli-tan with addictive flavors that make you crave it regularly - Not only Napoli-tan, but their meat sauce is also delicious - March 10th is Meat Day! ▼Order Details (tax included) Meat Sauce (Mega portion 600g) 500 yen ← Special coupon used Regular portion 400g and large portion 500g are also available I love spaghetti at Pancho This day is the annual Meat Sauce festival!! Follow and retweet on Twitter to receive a special coupon (500 yen coupon) March 10th is a must-go day at Pancho, or you'll be missing out on life The flavor of the meat sauce is a perfect balance of the rich umami of ground meat, the natural sweetness of ketchup, and a hint of tomato acidity, making it incredibly delicious Set a reminder for next year right now!

▼Points ◆A shop specializing in Napoli-style pasta that makes you want to eat it regularly ◆Opened the first store in Shibuya, Dōgenzaka in 2009 with the catchphrase "Let's make Napoli-style pasta delicious again" ◆The Peperoncino pasta, which defied common sense and became a hot topic on social media before its release ▼Order Details (tax included) Addictive! Backfat Peperoncino (Mega size 600g) 980 yen Regular size 400g, large size 500g also available A legendary menu that is sure to become a hit has been developed for a limited time from February 16, 2023, to the end of March (scheduled) ❤️ Of course, order the Mega size with backfat, bean sprouts, garlic, and fried chicken on top. It looks like a soup-less Jiro-style ramen, mixing backfat and garlic, tossing it with Pancho's special thick noodles with a fork, and taking a bite. The backfat and special sauce match perfectly, bringing out the umami of the vegetables. The aroma of garlic stands out, the crispness of the vegetables is there, and it truly becomes addictive ✨ The special thick noodles from Pancho provide a satisfying chewiness, making it a hearty meal. This is a limited-time offer, so be sure to try it soon! The photo was taken on February 20, 2023.

A perfect place to have dinner alone. The Napolitan is delicious. The flavor is rich with a strong ketchup taste. You can change the taste with Tabasco or add unlimited cheese, so you won't get bored. The price is the same for regular, large, or mega portions, which may not be suitable for big eaters. The small size is a bit cheaper. The small portion has 300g, which may be enough. This time, I ordered the large size without knowing the portion size and barely finished it.