quatre gats — Restaurant in Matsumoto

Tasty lunch and chill vibe inside.

As many other reviews have said, the shinshu pork is delicious. A bit of a crust from the heat and extremely well seasoned. Came with a small salad (nothing too noteworthy) and cold potato and beet soup (changes seasonally). Pork was stand out, soup was nice. Bread was ok. Desert was a small scoop of pineapple icecream (I'm assuming made in house). Service was warm and friendly and interior is pretty cozy but still has good airflow.

Only negative is the waiting area out front is also the smoking area, so you may be unfortunate enough to get stuck with some smokers out there if you're waiting for a table.

Would definitely...

I can honestly and wholeheartedly join the other reviewers who sang the praises of the "Shinshu Pork" at this restaurant - it is fabulous. So well seasoned, and with the perfect combination of crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Had this as a lunch set with a side salad, seasonal soup and bread. The restaurant has a homely feel with very friendly service, and ventilation is good. Would come...

Delicious dinner on a quiet Sunday evening. Pork was tender and flavorful. Steak was perfectly cooked and featured a delicious red wine glaze. Seafood risotto was the best risotto we have ever eaten. Oh, and don’t forget the Caesar salad — the bacon and egg were perfect accompaniments. A five-star experience for everyone...