MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan -- Have you ever walked through the streets of Japan hungry and craving the taste of some flavor other than Japanese sushi or tempura?
After a few months or maybe even years stationed here, have you ever began to crave the mouth-watering flavors of that amazing burger from back home or started to dream about that downtown Italian restaurant known for its creamy fettuccine alfredo?
If you have, then you’ve probably gone looking for it and have probably been disappointed in your search, but here are two restaurants that won’t let you down.
With each choice making its own name in either New York dining or Italian flavors, these two restaurants will bring you back for more.
You can find the Upper Café Diner New York, New York within the Hiroshima Namiki-dori shopping streets at 7-2 Fukuromachi Naka-Ku.
Anyone who’s been to New York will feel the city’s vibe within this small open-spaced café.
Although their bilingual menu changes from time to time, it’s filled with a variety of salads, appetizers, pastas, meats, pizzas and desserts.
You can also count on finding that full-flavored American gourmet burger you‘ve been looking for.
The American-like flavors and lively music beats in the background will take you back to New York City.
With good-sized portions, the prices are on par with the taste and friendly service staff.
Prices range from approximately ¥1,000 to ¥1,500 per dish.
There is no non-smoking area.
Fracasso Fracasso is located in Iwakuni near You Me town at 1-15-45 Minami-Iwakuni Cho, Iwakuni Shi.
Although the atmosphere resembles that of a family diner, the tastes they offer are Italian.
Its menu has a full range of flavorful steaks, pastas, pizzas, sandwiches and deserts.
Its savory pastas and personal-sized pizzas will catch you off guard as your tongue encounters the full flavors their seasons and spices have.
The restaurant offers large portions at a cheap price.
Prices range from approximately ¥500 to ¥1,000 per dish.
Well lit and with non-smoking and smoking seating, it’s the perfect place for a family meal or a gathering with friends.
If you’ve been having cravings for Italian flavors and Italian treats, Fracasso is your answer.
To calm your yearnings for an American-tasting meal with New York surroundings, look no further than Upper Café Diner New York, New York.
Whatever your preference is, neither will disappoint.