SALON DE STELLA

Opening at 8:30 in the morning, SALON DE STELLA draws diners with its thick, tender French toast. The egg-and-milk mixture soaks deep into the loaf, lending the crumb a gentle, custardy sweetness and buttery richness reminiscent of baked custard pudding. By contrast, the crusts and corners are toasted to a firm, fragrant crispness, letting you enjoy a satisfying crunch alongside the soft center on the same plate. If you want added sweetness, pouring over extra maple syrup gives it a rich, glossy coat.

For a beverage pairing, the house-dripped blended coffee suits the food neatly. With mild bitterness and acidity, it has a clean palate and an enticing aroma that cuts through the lingering richness of the buttered toast. The counter also prepares milk-based drinks such as cafe lattes, cappuccinos, and matcha lattes made with Uji matcha, making it easy to match whatever mood strikes.

Those seeking a lighter bite can turn to the flaky, airy croissants, baked without feeling greasy, or an assortment of petite rolls chosen from options like baked cheese rolls or brioche. When a heartier meal is called for, the kitchen also offers meal sets with rich cocottes and bread, alongside limited-quantity Western-style options like hamburg doria.

Decorated in soft blue and pale lavender accents, the tidy interior offers a peaceful respite from the busy main avenues. An outdoor terrace welcomes guests accompanied by dogs, and various cashless payment methods, including PayPay, are accepted. Between seasonal sweets like large-chestnut marron cake or chocolate marron confections for an in-house snack or takeout gift, it serves as a comfortable neighborhood pause.