FARO — Restaurant in Tokyo

I’ve been coming to Faro for about 7 years, and every time I have one of their delicious health-conscious sandwiches, I feel it’s not as often as I should. They are all well balanced with excellent contrasting ingredients, but I usually choose the Sicilia—crunchy greens/veggies with soft, hearty bread, fatty avocado opposing zesty thin lemon slices and of course, their signature delicate roasted chicken breast. I can vouch that the Vittorio and Capri are also fantastic. These are sandwich lovers’ sandwiches, not the typical Japanese “impression” of a sandwich you find elsewhere (e.g. with terribly over-fat chicken thigh/skin and awful foam-like white bread). Calories are listed on the menu for those concerned. Lots of nice dessert options with seasonal juices/teas. Atmosphere is charming and cozy if a bit feminine, with outdoor seating available on a small terrace. The perfect local...

I've been going to FARO for several years as sandwich shops are hard to find in Tokyo. BUT their prices have soared in the last year. Over ¥2000 for a veggie sandwich and latte! U.S. prices!! Expensive considering that cheap lunches for ¥1000 or less are everywhere in Tokyo. There's even a Subway sandwich shop nearby if you want to settle for something a little less gourmet.

They’ve also switched to QR code ordering which seems silly in a place...

Came here to spend time reading since it’s rare for moms to be able to read a book let alone leave the house in peace! Thought it was a cozy space. WRONG. Food is good, hot ginger was good but music is blasting out 2010 hits like Maroon 5 and A Great Big World ft. Christina Aguilera . Tried reading for 5mins before quietly closing the book.

One again food and drink is fine. But...