01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Pierce the puffed foil packet with a knife, and a fragrant cloud of beef stew steam escapes the wrap. The signature Tsubame-style Hamburg Steak is the restaurant's defining dish, served with tender braised beef in a rich, velvety sauce. Resting on the sizzling iron platter, a large baked potato plays a vital supporting role; its fluffy sweetness is best enjoyed thoroughly coated in the savory sauce.
Before the main course, many diners order the Tomato Farcie Salad, made with a whole peeled tomato. Slicing through the tomato reveals a chilled salad filling tossed in handmade mayonnaise, creating a balanced, refreshing acidity that gently stimulates the appetite. It makes an ideal starter before the heavier fare arrives.
Yoshoku classics and German-inspired dishes
Beyond hamburg steaks, the à la carte menu offers a tempting breadth of Western-Japanese dishes. Seafood choices with enduring appeal include scallop cream croquettes rich with sweet shellfish flavor, as well as sautéed salmon meunière. Platters of house-made sausages and eisbein paired with beer or wine offer satisfying options for both casual dinners and relaxed evening drinks.
Located on the 8th floor of Lumine Ikebukuro, the dining room is decorated in a Western style, offering tables suited for families and groups alongside counter seating where solo diners can eat comfortably. From shopping-break lunches to full-fledged dinners, it delivers time-tested yoshoku cooking with all the convenience of a station building.
