EIFFEL (Ikejiri-Ohashi)
A new challenge from a master of sweets
Shota Tashiro is a pastry chef who runs the Western-style pastry shop MERCIBAKE Shoin-jinja-mae and the cafe CHEZ RONA in Kyodo. He decided to open this shop with the desire to "create a new place where wine takes center stage." He teamed up with Takenobu Shoji, with whom he had a long-standing relationship, having worked at Budon and Bistro Simba, which specialize in natural wines, and after more than a year and a half of preparation, they were able to open the shop.
Pomme frites
It is washed in hot water, boiled in salt water, the starch and moisture removed, then dried in the refrigerator, deep-fried at low temperature, and dried again... this is a masterpiece that has been painstakingly crafted, and the inside is melt-in-your-mouth when you bite into it. It is seasoned with dried and finely chopped salted capers. The dip is Cervel de Canut, a combination of fromage blanc, herbs, and garlic. 900 yen.
Tomato and lentil salad
Green lentils, a specialty of the Auvergne region, are paired with a lemony vinaigrette and red wine vinegar with a mild acidity, giving them a tangy flavor. Served with two different types of tomatoes. 900 yen.
Rare cheesecake
We chose Munster, a washed cheese from Alsace that is not usually used in sweets. Its unique, rich aroma and flavor make it a perfect match with wine. Served with black pepper and honey and crumble. 900 yen.
The cellar on the third floor is stocked with around 1,500 bottles, but Shoji carefully selects "wine from producers who convey the honest work that goes into grape cultivation and brewing." As for the easy-to-remember name, Tashiro says, "I wanted a simple name that everyone would know." The food menu is also simple, but chef Takahashi Fuyoshi is diligent in his research and puts in a subtle touch. And the desserts, based on Tashiro's recipes, are much more wine-conscious than those at the two existing restaurants.
The first floor is a casual standing bar, while the second floor has comfortable tables. Choose the space depending on your mood and the situation.
Shoji-san and Takahashi-san. 
The second floor is a place for enjoying wine by the bottle. The lineup and glasses are different from the first floor.
