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About this place
Curry or a burger? At cafe TANTAN, the food menu offers options to suit different appetites. One diner described the spicy curry as a light-tasting chicken-based dish with a noticeable hit of spice; another remembered how tender the slow-cooked chicken on the bone was. It could appeal to anyone who enjoys a curry with some heat. The burger selection includes the TANTAN Burger, cheeseburger, salsa burger and an extra-large burger, with plenty to choose from when you want a substantial meal. One customer recalled that the TANTAN Burger had a satisfyingly firm texture and just the right amount of salt, while another enjoyed the cheeseburger’s large patty.
There is more than curry and burgers, too: options include a loco moco rice bowl, a hearty demi-glace hamburger steak stew and a fluffy omelette curry. A diner who tried the omelette curry enjoyed its soft texture so much they said they could have ordered another. For penne, choices range from arrabbiata to clam and tomato, clam cream, and anchovy cream. One visitor enjoyed the clam cream penne alongside spicy curry and a toasted sandwich, making it easy to sample a few different dishes.
For something sweet, there is homemade baked cheesecake, gâteau au chocolat and chocolate-chip cookies. One diner found the baked cheesecake gentle in flavour, with a light cheese aroma that lingered; it is easy to imagine enjoying a slice with coffee. The hand-brewed coffee comes in medium-light or medium-dark roasts. Tea is available as a blend or Earl Grey, while the herbal tea is described as hibiscus-led with a subtle peach flavour. Café au lait and hand-brewed iced coffee are also on offer, whether you are stopping for a treat or settling in after a meal.
Food and music share the spotlight here. Guitars and a piano are kept inside, and visitors have reported seeing people play, as well as catching open-mic sessions and live performances. Some have also mentioned dining with a view of the greenery at Former Furukawa Gardens through the windows. Whether you are after a quiet solo visit or a café with music in the mix, there are different ways to enjoy your time here.
