The proprietor Shiro-san is reason enough to come to this small but delicious Hawker-Style Asian Canteen, a Singaporean food restaurant, tucked in a quiet road only a block away from the bustling Roppongi Hills. His modest and shy appearance betrays the bubbly personality that resurfaces every now and then. Head to the bathroom and you will see a photo history of his life: pictures of his time in Singapore, and images of friends and family that made the place very familial.
Offerings include the traditional Hainan-style chicken and rice, coming in three different sizes; a spicy shrimp dish; kwee-tiauw (that ubiquitous wide flat rice noodle) and Roti Prata (an Indian influenced bread) with the curry dip.
Recently the place added a front deck that is covered and is equipped with heating during the cold season. The main dining room, painted white and sparsely but creatively decorated (he sawed an old Asian birdcage and used each half as a light-bulb shade), always exudes friendship and camaraderie. During dinnertime, reservation is always a safe bet, since an impromptu appearance has a slim chance of success. No separate non-smoking area.
Hainan Jeefan Shokudo
6-11-16 Roppongi
Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032
Tel/Fax: +81(03) 5474-3200
http://www.route9g.com
Mon-Fri Lunch: 11:30-14:00 (LO 13:30)
Sat, Sun & Holidays Lunch: 11:30-15:00 (LO 14:30)
Mon-Sun Dinner: 18:00-23:00 (LO 22:00)
Closed on 3rd Monday of every month.
