Bourbon

Just off the Shichijo Senbon intersection, up a flight of stairs on the 2 floor, Bourbon pairs the unhurried atmosphere of a Showa-era kissaten with genuinely hearty cooking. A lunchtime favourite is the yoshoku bento, served in a divided jubako-style lunch box. Anchored by hearty mains like a hamburg steak, fried prawn, or cutlet, and rounded out with rice, miso soup, pickles, and home-style sides such as simmered kiriboshi daikon radish, it delivers the generous satisfaction of a dedicated diner. Dipping crisp fried cutlets into the rich demi-glace draped over the hamburg steak offers the quintessentially comforting appeal of Japanese Western-style fare.

Hearty Plates and Light Bites for Any Appetite

Bourbon's charm is equally evident in the vast menu displayed across the wall. Traditional omurice and ketchup-glazed spaghetti can each be ordered with a hamburg steak on top for an indulgent combination. The kitchen caters to just about any everyday craving, turning out wok-tossed yakimeshi fried rice, yakisoba sets, katsu curry, oden, warming winter nabeyaki udon, and chilled summer somen. Those stopping in for a lighter bite in the morning or mid-afternoon can turn to thick-sliced toast or generously filled ham and mixed sandwiches paired with a drink.

From Morning Toast to Post-Lunch Coffee

Opening at 8:00, the cafe offers a classic morning service pairing toast and a boiled egg with hot coffee or tea. At lunch, an after-meal hot or iced coffee can be added for a modest supplement, allowing guests to linger over the end of their meal. Arranged with counter seating and window tables overlooking Shichijo Street, the interior preserves a traditional, smoking-permitted kissaten setting, and bills are settled in cash only. Whether serving as a familiar refuge for nearby workers or a low-key stop while exploring the Umekoji area, it provides a reassuringly constant presence.