Area: a 3-min walk southeast of Fushimi Station, Exit 5 伏見駅
Restaurant: Realista レアリスタ
Map and Info: http://r.gnavi.co.jp/n617000/
Hours: Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm (LO 2pm), Dinner 6:00-10:30pm (LO 9:30pm), closed Sun
First came the zensai or appetizer plate. The chilled chicken thigh roast came with a green oil which I thought might be basil but it tasted like anchovies (it was a strange mix of flavors in my mouth). The vegetable frittata had a nice toasty edge and was dressed with a simple fresh tomato sauce. However, the veggies were almost non-existant; perhaps cut thin because all I could see and taste was egg and cheese. The simple salad was so lightly dressed with a vinaigrette that it seemed almost as if there was no dressing. I can't decide if I like that. .. it was refreshing, but I might like more dressing. The anise leaf garnish was a nice touch.
The cheese and onion focaccia was like eating pizza with a nice flavor of olive oil and a good crust, almost like Pizza Huts' thick crust!
Tired of pasta, this time I went for the shrimp and broccoli risotto (dessert and appetizer set 1500 yen, regular set 900 yen). It was nicely seasoned, and had lots of big shrimps and large pieces of broccoli which went well with the butter. The tomato added not only colour but gave this dish a deeper flavour. The Japanese rice was cooked to an al dente and definitely had bite.
Dessert was bruleed frozen pudding with a homemade caramel sauce. I believe it's called a catalana. With just the right amount of sweetness, it was a good end to the meal.
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