“Parlour Ohashi” in Shibuya, known for its SNS-worthy sweets, is a restaurant that combines retro charm with delightful flavors. The chic and relaxed interior evokes the atmosphere of Japanese coffee shops from the 1960s and 1970s.
Parlour Ohashi’s SNS-famous “Totonou Pudding”
The retro ambiance of Parlour Ohashi perfectly complements its famous “Totonou Pudding,” evoking nostalgia with its taste reminiscent of classic puddings beloved in Japan decades ago.
The Japanese word totonou refers to the relaxed feeling achieved through alternating between a sauna and a cold bath.
“ととのうプリン,” Totonou Pudding 660 JPY (tax included)
As the name suggests, the concept of Totonou Pudding is inspired by the sauna experience.
Just like alternating between two temperatures, the idea is to enjoy the alternating bitterness of caramel and the sweetness of pudding.
The secret to the deliciousness of Totonou Pudding lies in the contrast between the bitterness and sweetness, which mutually enhances their flavors.
Moreover, as a luxurious touch, liquor-infused whipped cream enriches the taste profile. The fragrant liquor spreads on your palate, imparting a sense of sophistication to the dessert.
The pudding’s firm texture, apparent as soon as you take a spoonful, is another reason for its popularity.
This firmness lets the flavor linger longer in your mouth, allowing you to savor the bitter-sweet contrast even better.
The satisfaction you feel after thoroughly enjoying this flavor combination, together with the fragrant liquor, may even surpass the relaxation you feel after a sauna session!
Butter toast loaded with an (sweet red bean paste) on specially-selected bread
Another signature dish at Parlour Ohashi, alongside Totonou Pudding, is the “Sweet bean paste (An) butter toast.”
“パンあんこバター,” Sweet bean paste (An) butter toast 990 JPY (tax included)
These thick slices of bread are more filling than they appear.
Parlour Ohashi takes special care in selecting the bread for their an butter toast.
This shokupan (Japanese milk bread), specially ordered from “Le Ressort,” a bakery known for attracting lines of customers on weekends, is soft and chewy. It’s delicious even when eaten on its own.
Loaded on these thick shokupan slices are generous amounts of butter and, of course, an. The melted butter adds richness to the red bean paste’s sweetness.
A sprinkling of salt is also added, giving it a distinctive flavor. The slight saltiness that follows the sweetness enhances the overall taste.
Deliciously creamy omurice with a rich and refreshing sweetness
Parlour Ohashi is not only popular for its sweets but also for its yōshoku, Western-style dishes that have uniquely developed in Japan.
The “Homemade Demi-Glace Sauce and Fluffy Egg Omu Rice” is their version of a popular yōshoku dish. Often spelled as “omu-rice” or “omurice” in English, it features chicken rice wrapped in an omelet.
The dish originated when French omelets came to Japan, then developed in a unique way with the addition of rice.
自家製デミグラスとふわとろたまごのオムライス,” Homemade Demi-Glace Sauce and Fluffy Egg Omu Rice 1,485 JPY (tax included)
The demi-glace sauce of Parlour Ohashi’s omurice is exquisite. Made with honey, red wine, and Saikyo miso, a type of traditional miso from Kyoto, it achieves a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.
The sauce, with its touch of saltiness from the Saikyo miso amidst the sweetness, transforms in flavor when eaten with the egg and chicken rice. It’s not just sweet; the mild richness deepens the overall taste.
The delightful bite of their Napolitan, a classic yoshoku dish
Napolitan (also written as “Naporitan” and “spaghetti Napolitan”) is a classic yoshoku dish consisting of spaghetti made with a ketchup-based sauce.
“ナポリタンを超えたナポリタン,” Ketchup base spaghetti Napoletan 1,375 JPY (tax included)
The ingredients in Parlour Ohashi’s version, which they proudly call the “Napolitan to top all Napolitans” in Japanese, include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and sausage.
The ingredients are sautéed just long enough to retain some of their texture, creating a contrast with the chewy noodles.
The key to the flavor is the sauce, which is made with ketchup, cream, and butter for added richness. The ketchup’s tang is balanced with the sweetness of the cream and butter, resulting in a mild taste.
The crunchy bell peppers and onions add a perfect accent, allowing you to enjoy a double delight of flavor and mouthfeel.
The dishes offered at Parlour Ohashi are all time-honored favorites in Japan.
They are not just delicious; each dish is crafted with unique touches that are distinctive to Parlour Ohashi.
With its multitude of charms, both in taste and presentation, it’s no wonder that Parlour Ohashi is bustling with visitors every day.
Parlour Ohashi’s exterior
Information
| Store name | 純洋食とスイーツ パーラー大箸 Parlour Ohashi |
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| Address | TOKYU PLAZA 6F, 1-2-3 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Shibuya Station（SBY）2-minute walk from Shibuya Station West Exit
Shibuya Station（SBY）4-minute walk from Shibuya Station West Exit
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| Phone number | 03-5422-3542 |
| Reservations | Accepted (for weekdays only) Phone, Tabelog |
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| Service charge/Table charge | None |
| Hours | 11:00-22:00（last order: food 20:30, drinks 21:00） |
| Closed | No holidays excluding TOKYU PLAZA SHIBUYA holidays |
| Seating | 40 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking |
| Official website | https://sio-yoyogiuehara.com/restaurants/parlour-ohashi/ |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of June 2024.
