Samika

At Samika, a set meal brings more than just a main dish: multigrain rice, salad, side dishes and miso soup are part of the appeal. The Samika Set Meal pairs a monthly main with a baby-leaf and mizuna salad, 2 side dishes, miso soup and a small dessert. It suits a lunch when you want to enjoy a main while sampling a little of several other dishes. The main changes each month. One diner reported having cabbage rolls on their visit, along with side dishes, salad and a miso soup packed with ingredients.

For a more substantial meal, there is also a Karaage Set Meal. The chicken breast karaage comes with a monthly changing sauce, multigrain rice, salad, 2 side dishes, miso soup and a small dessert. Diners have described the coating as crisp and the meat as juicy, while one review praised the refreshing match of wasabi tartar sauce. On another visit, a diner had it with avocado-basil sauce, making the changing sauces a chance to try a different combination each time. Some have also found the seasoning gentle, with a savoury dashi flavour. It is an appealing option when you want a set meal with vegetables and side dishes as well as the main.

Another meal option, the Spice Curry, combines multigrain rice with a vegetable-rich curry and tender chicken marinated in shio koji. It also comes with salad, bean sprout namul, fukujinzuke pickles and a small dessert. Diners have noted the curry’s spiced flavour and colourful presentation, as well as the tenderness of the chicken. It offers a different taste from the set meals while still including vegetable sides. For dessert, choices include tiramisu made with espresso from Kitahama Port Roastery and a mascarpone cheese cream, or an affogato of low-sugar vanilla ice cream topped with espresso. Pair something sweet with coffee and linger over lunch a little longer.

Some diners have mentioned taking their time over a meal, while others report that the counter seats by the window have power outlets, giving solo diners or those doing some work another seating option. Dine-in is available, as are takeaway items and dishes that can be reserved.