The Roppongi branch of “Almond” (pronounced in Japanese as “a-MAN-do”) is a long-standing café beloved as a symbol of the area.
When the café first opened in 1964, it became trendy among the youth of that era to meet up at “Almond Roppongi.”
Time passed, and in July 2024, the store and menu were renovated with the theme of blending novelty and nostalgia.
Along with long-time popular menu items, new sweets perfect for gifts have appeared!
“六本木アフターパフェ～summer～,” Roppongi Afternoon Tea ～summer～ 800 JPY (tax included)
Sweets made in-store at Almond Roppongi
Embracing the slogan “Made in Roppongi,” Almond Roppongi crafts many of its sweets in-store. One of their revamped sweets that blends a sense of nostalgia with modern tastes is the “Roppongi Ring Choux.”
“六本木リングシュ,”』 Roppongi Ring Choux, in-store 612 JPY (tax included) / take-out 600 JPY (tax included)
The choux pastry surface is crispy, while the inside is moist and tender, creating a delightful texture.
The custard cream filling, refined through a quest for the perfect flavor balance, is complemented by sweet whipped cream, creating a luxurious taste. It’s a treat you’ll want to savor bite by bite with a fork and knife.
The Roppongi Ring Choux can be eaten at the café on the second floor or enjoyed as take-out.
When eating at the café, it’s 612 JPY (tax included) apiece. For takeout, it’s 600 JPY (tax included) apiece.
If possible, you’ll want to eat it in-store! Enjoying the Roppongi Ring Choux with coffee or tea might allow you to experience the nostalgic atmosphere that the store strives to recreate.
The interior of the second floor of Almond in Roppongi
Along with the Roppongi Ring Choux, the “Roppongi After Parfait,” an item exclusive to take-out, has also been revamped.
The parfait, which encapsulates the glamorous atmosphere of Roppongi, consists of six layers including fruit jelly and fruit sauce.
Fruits used in the parfait vary with the seasons, so you can enjoy different flavors each time you visit.
“六本木アフターパフェ～紅茶＆マンゴー～,” Roppongi After Parfait ～Matcha ＆ Mango～ 800 JPY (tax included)
The Roppongi After Parfait is also prepared with an innovative service that is still rare in Japan. This is food fragrance, which adds aroma to finish the dish.
The moment you open the lid of the parfait’s container, a light and elegant scent spreads, providing double the enjoyment in one experience.
Enjoy the Japanese-originated shortcake at Almond Roppongi
Another item you should try when visiting Almond Roppongi is the shōtokēki (based on the English word “shortcake”) which originated in Japan.
The dessert is said to have been created by adapting overseas confectionery to Japanese tastes.
“ショートケーキ（カット）,” Shortcake (cut), in-store 693 JPY (tax included) / take-out 680JPY (tax included)
The three essentials of the Japanese shortcake are a fluffy sponge cake, fresh cream, and strawberries.
The fresh cream used in Almond Roppongi’s shortcake has a smooth texture and just the right amount of sweetness, which is brought out by the slightly tart strawberries.
Unlike some rich, dense cakes found overseas, the simplicity of the Japanese shortcake highlights its delicate flavors—a truly Japanese experience!
The sweets at Almond Roppongi are the perfect Roppongi gifts
In addition to fresh confectioneries, Almond Roppongi offers a wide variety of baked goods such as cookies and pies. The first floor displays products suitable for giving as gifts.
They pay particular attention to packaging, with designs meant to brighten the recipient’s day.
As Almond Roppongi is an iconic representative of Roppongi, these are perfect as gifts from the area.
While Roppongi has many tourist attractions, it has had few gifts distinct to the area.
It may not be long before Almond Roppongi’s sweets, starting with the Roppongi After Parfait, become standard Roppongi gifts!
Information
| Store name | アマンド六本木店 Almond Roppongi |
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| Address | 6-1-26 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
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| Access |
Roppongi Station Short walk from Exit 3
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| Phone number | 03-3402-1870 |
| Reservations | Accepted Hot Pepper Gourmet |
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| Hours | Mon-Sat. 10:00-22:00（last order: food 21:00, drinks 21:30） Sun. & nat’l holidays 10:00-21:00（last order food 20:00, drinks 20:30） |
| Closed | No fixed holidays Unscheduled holidays |
| Seating | 38 table seats |
| Smoking | All seats are non-smoking |
| Official website | http://www.roppongi-almond.jp/index.html |
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※Menu contents, prices, store information, etc. are current as of July 2024.
