01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
A crisp, fragrant exterior gives way to a soft, custardy interior with a melt-in-the-mouth center. The signature Kagurazaka French toast at Shimada Café is carefully prepared over the course of 2 days. Savoring it plain highlights its gentle sweetness and toasted aroma, while topping variations such as baked apple with house cheese cream, strawberry compote, or citrus with homemade lemon cream add refreshing fruity brightness to the dish.
Beyond sweets, the cafe offers a substantial selection of savory fare. Eggs Benedict layered with natural-yeast English muffins, ham, tender chicken, and runny poached eggs under a lemon-scented hollandaise sauce makes an appealing brunch plate. During midday and evening hours, comforting Western-style standards satisfy bigger appetites, including fluffy omurice paired with tender beef tendon stew, Japanese-style cream pasta with shrimp and spinach seasoned with hints of lemon and soy sauce, and loaded Spaghetti Napolitan.
The dining room is styled with comfortable furnishings, inviting guests to linger over a wide variety of teas or a freshly brewed coffee. Along with an open terrace to catch the breeze, the menu features beer, wine, and light appetizers, making the venue equally suited for a quiet cafe break or an impromptu drink while exploring Kagurazaka.
