01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Cooked with azuki red beans and natural salt, then left to rest and mature, enzyme brown rice takes on a distinctive natural sweetness and a delightfully chewy texture. Situated in a residential pocket of Nerima, Goen is a cafe that builds its health-conscious menu around the wholesome depth of this staple grain. Each bite offers a satisfying chew that leaves you feeling comfortably nourished without any heaviness.
A highlight among the lunch options is the herb-grilled domestic spring chicken, featuring tender meat seasoned with herbs alongside vegetable side dishes that pair seamlessly with the sweetness of the brown rice. The menu also offers fluffy hamburg steaks crafted from branded Kirishima chicken, as well as a rich, gently spiced waterless tomato curry made by concentrating the natural juices of vegetables without adding water. Plant-based diners can turn to vegetarian-friendly dishes such as deep-fried tatsuta-age or nugget-style bites made from soy protein, making it easy to dine according to individual preferences.
In addition to dining inside the calm, relaxing cafe space, bento lunchboxes can be arranged through advance reservations, takeout, or delivery. The takeaway boxes arrive generously portioned with brown rice and side dishes, making them a reassuring choice for anyone looking to bring a nourishing meal into their everyday routine.
