01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
A spoon cuts through tender yellow egg drizzled with bright red ketchup, releasing fragrant steam from the chicken fried rice underneath. At Bamboo in Shimogyo Ward's Nishi-Shichijo neighborhood, this unpretentious kissaten omelette rice is the natural place to start. Tender morsels of chicken and the rich, nostalgic depth of cooked ketchup provide a thoroughly satisfying midday meal. The savory selection covers dependable Western-style classics, including rich omelet curry bathed in sauce and a juicy hamburger steak lunch served with salad.
The wide assortment of noodles and light bites adds to the cafe's appeal. Alongside traditional Neapolitan spaghetti and sauce-flavored yakisoba, you will find bowls of Kyoto-style kitsune udon topped with sliced fried tofu as well as Japanese-style chuka soba, making it easy to order whatever suits your mood. Morning hours call for a quieter routine, pairing a cup of coffee with toast or sandwiches loaded with ham and egg.
Taking a leisurely breath over a cup of post-meal tea in the relaxed dining room, you might even receive a small complimentary chocolate. With honest cooking and unassuming hospitality, Bamboo is a comfortable spot to settle in and gently regain your stride.
