"Housed on a side street 10 minutes from Nakameguro Station, Alaska Zwei isn’t nearly as chilly as its name implies. The cozy, shabby-chic atmosphere complements a small menu of well-executed dishes. The brown rice plate is the go-to, with an ever-changing rotation of mains (usually a veggie karaage or cutlet) surrounded by colorful side dishes and a warming bowl of soup. Inspired by the diversity of vegan choices she saw while working in Europe, proprietor Saiko Ohsara sought to bring that same variety to Tokyo. Given that Ohsara also runs two branches of vegan bakery Universal Bakes in the trendy Shimokitazawa area, the breads and desserts are highlights at Alaska Zwei, as are the hot drinks, like a recent mint hot chocolate or gingery chai laced with amazake (sake lees), making it a good stop for an afternoon snack." - Chiara Terzuolo
