Hitachi, Ibaraki, Japan｜LES GITANES

A hidden gem in a sleepy town.

A small French restaurant in a deserted town. I thought it was Italian and entered, but I was surprised when an elaborate appetizer came out. This was French food! Large scallops are filling. 2500 yen for this course without dessert. According to the owner, they also sell desserts. I will try it next time.

Perfectly delicious no matter when I come! Whether it's a main course or a salad (appetizer), the preparation is careful and the pasteurization is really good! The presentation may look gorgeous, but I think the work is faithful to the basics of French cuisine. They don't do anything strangely overly complicated (like adding multiple types of sauces or having too many ingredients on one plate), so even though I'm not good at creative cooking, I can feel at ease with whatever main dish I choose. You can wait to be served. Whether you use herbs or fresh cream, the taste is exquisite and exquisite! I learn every time. I'm jealous of people who live nearby... The portions are plentiful and I think even the pickiest of eaters will be satisfied. However, the quality is second to none, even the desserts, so please prepare separately. We recommend that you visit with plenty of time to think of lunch as a full-course meal. While you wait, it feels great to enjoy the breeze from the open terrace while looking at the interior of the store, which makes you feel like you're in France!