Patrick Vuong
Google
As a Westerner of Asian descent, I was curious to see how a Japanese restaurant would approach a dish as classic as the American hamburger. I'm happy to say I enjoyed it.
The Food:
I ordered the Cut Single Patty, which is essentially a cheeseburger that's been cut in half and served with country home-style fries (large cut potatoes). It was really good, though not quite living up to the online hype. My wife got the Double Beef Hamburger Steak, which came on a sizzling hot plate with carrots, potatoes, and broccoli. That was also tasty, but not mind-blowing.
The Drinks:
We ordered a cola, which tasted fairly standard, and a ginger ale, which tasted quite unique. A very strong ginger flavor. If you've had Asian drinks before, you'll enjoy this Japanese twist. If you haven't, and are expecting Canada Dry, you'll be sorely disappointed. We liked it though.
The Service:
The employees were excellent. Very friendly and polite, despite our lack of Japanese speaking skills.
The Atmosphere:
It's a cozy (and small by American standards) restaurant with cute decorations and a welcoming vibe. And like most of Japan, quite clean.
Overall:
If you want American food with a Japanese twist, I would recommend it. But it's not worth waiting if there's a long line. So, either make reservations or get there right when it opens.
