I've driven past this place at least a thousand times without stopping. From the outside, it looks like a half-Italian, half-steakhouse sort of place...the kind of weird miss-mash you'd expect in Okinawa. It was 0900 on a Saturday and there were still a couple of spots open in the parking lot -- a good sign. There is usually a gentleman standing outside directing traffic because the available parking is tight and limited.

Once inside we were ushered to our table. It was a coolish January morning, so at first blush the place was a little cool with all of the ceiling fans whirling away. However, once I got my coffee, any concern I had about freezing to death went away. Simply put, this was some of the best coffee I've had on island in a long time.

I came with my 11 and 13 year old sons for breakfast. They are the critics, I am just the scribe. If this place is to pass muster, it must be up to their standards. We each chose something different...a good representation of their selection. I got a three egg omelet with spicy sausage, the 13 year old picked out the Eggs Benedict and the little one went for the pancakes, eggs and bacon. Servings were plentiful and the verdict was unanimous...AWESOME!

Not sure what the one-star reviewers are complaining about...we're in Okinawa, Japan having an adequately executed American-style breakfast at a half-Italian, half-steak joint. I can see where some have criticized the lack of flavor in some dishes, but that was not the case with our selections. A little salt or pepper is all one might need additionally. For the farm-to-table hipster set coming from the US, this might seem a bit of a let down because the veggies in an omelet might come from a can, but this should be expected from our little, island community. Hell, even the "fancy" buffet at the Officer's Club gives you canned tomatoes and mushrooms at the egg station...

Prices are Western in amount, but the value is clearly there. Now that I've satisfied my curiosity, and the kids are happy, rest assured we'll keep coming back.