Conveniently located within walking distance of Tokyo Station is the Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. (short for shopping center).
The facility boasts over 100 shops, including high-end brands and restaurants, making it a popular destination for both locals and many visitors from overseas.
In the shopping center’s annex, you’ll find the restaurant “Picoti Picota NIHOMBASHI Takashimaya S.C.” (hereinafter referred to as “Picoti Picota”), where you can enjoy yōshoku. Yoshoku is a type of Japanese cuisine influenced by Western cooking and recipes.
For cheese lovers, the omurice is irresistible!
One of the must-try menu items at Picoti Picota is the “Rice omelette ~Seared cheese~.”
The appeal lies in the special sauce that combines three types of cheese. Enhanced by white wine, it offers a smooth and mellow flavor.
“炙りチーズソースオムライス,” Rice omelette ~Seared cheese~ 1,870 JPY (tax included)
The main component of the dish’s sauce is mozzarella cheese from Hokkaido. Combining it with cheddar and Parmesan brings out a rich flavor.
To finish, powdered Grana Padano cheese is sprinkled on top and then the omelette is seared. The searing adds a savory aroma to the cheese.
The rice, seasoned with tomato sauce, is also exquisite.
By deliberately using a sauce that tones down the tartness of the tomatoes, the rice has a gentle flavor. It doesn’t interfere with the creamy richness of the cheese sauce, making them a perfect match.
There’s a particular attention to detail in making the omelette as well.
The beaten egg mixture, stirred in a pan until it becomes scrambled egg-like, is left to rest for a while. This results in a smooth surface.
When cut with a knife, a half-boiled egg is revealed from the inside of the omelette.
The gooey, half-boiled egg and cheese sauce create quite the blissful texture.
When savored fully coated with the generous amount of cheese sauce, it will definitely put you in a luxurious mood!
The flavor is loved by cheese enthusiasts and appeals to a wide range of people, from adults to children.
Enjoy a rare serving of ohitsu rice
The “Picoti Picota Yoshoku Set,” where you can choose the main dish, comes with ohitsu gohan, rice served in a traditional wooden cask.
“Picoti Picotaの洋食セット（ハーブ三元豚のカツレツセット）,” Picoti Picota Yoshoku Set (Pork cutlet Set) 2,145 JPY (tax included)
There are a total of eight different main dishes to choose from, including chicken steak, deep fried oysters, pork cutlet, and pork sauté.
The “Pork cutlet Set” is especially popular.
ハーブ三元豚のカツレツ, Pork cutlet Set
The standout feature of Picoti Picota’s cutlet is its thickness.
After being fried for two minutes, the cutlet is lifted from the oil and cooked through residual heat. Then, it undergoes an additional five-minute frying to achieve a crispy texture on the surface.
By frying it twice, the cutlet is thoroughly cooked while retaining its juiciness. It’s a cutlet that oozes meat juices when you bite into it.
Breadcrumbs mixed with herbs like oregano add a delightful aroma, so be sure to pay attention.
Dipping the cutlet in sauce adds sweetness and richness, enhancing the depth of flavor.
For the ohitsu gohan, you can choose between the standard white rice and a nutrition-rich fifteen-grain rice.
Refills of rice are free, and you can switch between white rice for the first serving and fifteen-grain rice for the second serving, changing the type midway through your meal.
The ohitsu, a type of traditional container long cherished in Japan, is known for its ability to keep rice from hardening even when it cools.
Beyond just enjoying a meal, experiencing a part of Japanese culinary culture is one of the charms of Picoti Picota.
Ordering the Picoti Picota Yoshoku set is sure to be an experience that leaves lasting memories!
Picoti Picota’s exterior
Information
| Store name | Picoti Picota 日本橋髙島屋店 Picoti Picota NIHOMBASHI Takashimaya S.C. |
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| Address | Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. Annex 6F, 2-5-1 Nihombashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Nihombashi Station Short walk from Exit B4
Tokyo Station（TYO） 6-minute walk from Tokyo Station Yaesu North Exit
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| Phone number | 03-6262-7049 |
| Reservations | Accepted Phone |
| Payment |
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| Service charge/Table charge | None |
| Hours | 11:00-22:00（last order 21:00） |
| Closed | No holidays excluding Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. holidays |
| Seating | 44 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking a smoking room is available on the same floor |
| Official website | http://www.rincrew.co.jp/picoti/ |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of January 2024.
