Japanese restaurant • 2-chōme-18-7 Kubo, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0045, Japan
While strolling through the streets of Onomichi, you may come across a quietly standing restaurant with a retro appearance. This is 'ABE SHOKUDO Garage Coffee.' If you slip through the entrance that is hard to notice from the outside, you will find a cozy space enveloped in a retro atmosphere.
The signature menus at ABE SHOKUDO are the tender and juicy pork cutlet set meal and the flavorful eggplant and pork ginger set meal. Both dishes feature a homely flavor that maximizes the taste of the ingredients. The freshly cooked rice is exceptionally delicious. The salads, miso soup, pickles, and everything else are superb, revealing the unique flavor and high quality of homemade seasoning.
The interior of the shop is like an old-fashioned candy store. The owner's hobby cars and motorcycles are displayed, and there is a raised tatami seating area at the back. It is a non-daily space where time flows leisurely in a nostalgic atmosphere. The charm lies in being able to enjoy a meal in a homely atmosphere, surrounded by many regular customers.
ABE SHOKUDO is a folk house-style shop renovated from a townhouse in Onomichi. Its appearance blends into the historic townscape, and its access is excellent, making it an ideal stopover for sightseeing spots. Loved by the locals, this restaurant with a hidden and quaint atmosphere is an attractive place.
Take a step from a peaceful daily life to an unusual one, and enjoy the fusion of nostalgia and freshness in exquisite cuisine. Please be sure to visit this place.