Sandwich & Coffee Eins

For pasta, one dish that stands out in diners’ accounts is the fresh pasta, praised for its springy texture. A diner who tried the pork fettuccine said the chewy noodles worked well with the generous minced pork, a hint of spice, tomato sauce and chopped onion and other vegetables. The “chunky meat pasta” has also won praise from someone who came specifically for the pappardelle with meat sauce, making it an appealing option for a more substantial meal.

For the savoury flavour of shellfish, there is vongole bianco; for an aromatic sauce, genovese is another choice. One diner who ordered both at lunch described the genovese as having a Japanese-style flavour, and noted how its aroma suited the fresh pasta. They felt the clams in the vongole were used differently for the garnish and the broth. It may also appeal to anyone drawn to the flavour of shellfish.

For a lighter meal, consider a sandwich. One diner remembered the combination of chorizo and grilled tomato with bread kneaded with cheese. Another chose a sandwich made with pork from Kyoto, served on sliced bread. The fillings and bread offer a welcome point of difference between the sandwiches.

Coffee and cake make a good choice after a meal or during a break. Wiener coffee is recommended in one account, while the menu also includes options such as blended coffee, iced coffee and espresso tonic. A diner who ordered cheesecake and lemonade enjoyed the gentle sweet-and-sour flavour of the rare cheesecake served in a glass, along with a drink with a pronounced lemon taste. There are also reports of paintings by artists displayed on the walls, with the works changing from one visit to another. Whether you are after a filling pasta lunch or a coffee and something sweet, there are options for different moods.