Shimbashi Soba (Paragon)

Soba was ok, it's not soggy and better than average (cafes, non-Japanese soba specialty restaurants) but I've had better. It lacks that nice slurpy smooth bite. The soup was a bit too strong/sweet. For ingredients there are: 1 bunch of enoki, napa cabbage, a carrot, some fatty thin slices of beef, an onsen egg. Overall ok but nothing special, I wouldn't queue for this so I don't understand why there's a queue. Portions are quite big, we were all rather full.

In a gentle conclusion, "Azuki Mochi with Soft Serve" graced our senses—a homemade mochi, a dollop of red bean paste, and the comforting presence of green tea soft serve. A sweet ending to our tranquil feast. 🍡🍦

The "Tempura Seiro" delicately presented chilled noodles accompanied by prawn and vegetable tempura—a classic embodiment of simplicity. Though the portion seemed modest, the tempura showcased a light batter and a pleasing crispness. 😌🍤

Moving to the "Tenchirashi Soba," it offered chilled noodles gently dressed in sauce, adorned with an assortment of tempura—a gentle reminder to savour before the tempura crumb loses its delicate texture. 🍲🍤

An intriguing interplay of temperatures awaited in the "Beef Kimchi Tsukemen Seiro." Chilled noodles met the warmth of dipping broth, harmonised by the company of beef, Korean spicy pickles, mushrooms, fried beancurd, spring onions, and onsen eggs. The kimchi's presence was subtle. 🥢🍜

"Ika Tempura" graced the experience with tender ika in a smooth, crunchy embrace—a choice aligned with a peaceful palate. 🦑