01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Step down the stairs and open the basement door, and the bustling city streets give way to the calm, gently nostalgic atmosphere of a classic Japanese kissaten. If you are visiting Hamanoya Parlor, the house sandwiches are the natural place to begin. The signature egg sandwich stands out for its understated elegance, sandwiching a tender, fluffy egg filling between soft slices of bread. The lineup also features ham, tuna, fresh vegetables, and fruit, with the option to order a "half-and-half" plate combining any 2 varieties. For a small extra charge, the kitchen will toast the bread, giving you the pleasure of comparing the tender untoasted crumb with the fragrant, crisp bite of toasted bread.
The sweet and savory menu is just as inviting. Made in-house every day, the signature Hamanoya custard pudding offers a traditional firm texture and pure, wholesome egg flavor. Pleasantly bitter coffee jelly, old-fashioned hotcakes, and pudding sundaes provide welcome options from morning through afternoon coffee breaks. On weekdays, limited-quantity noodle plates such as classic Spaghetti Napolitan and tarako (pollock roe) spaghetti make an appearance.
When your cup of Hamanoya Blend arrives at the table, refills can be ordered at a modest price. The beverage menu is extensive, spanning housemade ginger drinks, the popular banana juice, bright cream sodas, and bottled beer. With vintage records spinning softly in the background, it is an easy place to unwind solo, while takeout options and multiple cashless payment methods make it equally convenient for a quick stop during a stroll or a shopping trip.
