Their delicious eggs and delightful sandwich concoctions impressed Mr. The fervor has now spread to Japan, where the first Eggslut branch opened in Shinjuku, Tokyo, on September To Japanese people, a restaurant that specializes in egg sandwiches is a bit of an oddityβafter all, breakfast in Japan is usually lighter fare like grilled fish, rice, and miso soup, or perhaps just toast.
Sato just had to go check it out. For journalism, of course. It was sort of a spur-of-the-moment decision. Without taking much time to look up anything about restaurant, Mr. It turns out that the shop opens at a. Sato had really missed the mark. Nevertheless, the line at Eggslut was a measly one hour long βwhich was nothing to Mr.
Satoβso he happily took his place at the back. A staff member soon handed him a menu , which he perused while he waited.
He was pleased to see that the egg sandwiches were almost like burgers; they were served on a brioche bun with various ingredients sandwiched inside. There was also the option to add orange juice as part of a drink set. It did take about an hour to get inside, probably because the shop itself is not very big, with only 22 seats and some standing tables inside.
The order counter is semi-automated ; you tell the attendant behind the counter your order, and then pay on your own using the machine in front of you. The staff never touches any money or cards, which is pretty hygienic.
