Blackbird Market — Restaurant in Tsuruoka

The parking lot is huge and can accommodate around 16 cars. Exterior of the restaurant has a unique shape making it look like a chateau or a castle with 2 small towers but the front entrance is very simple without any big signs or logos. The whole front of the restaurant is glass which bring in natural light . Interior decor is a little confusing. it’s a mix of difference influences, rustic, jazz, modern and A big deer Taxidermy hanging on the cashier desk.

Lunch is very reasonably priced for the food selection that is offered. The presentation on the plate is reformed and refined. For lunch it’s 1200-1300 yen set which is very reasonably priced for the level of dining experience offered. Dinner set is around 2500 yen. the Ala carte menu has A lot more options of appetizers and main courses. Service was good, food was freshly cooked. Pasta, paella and risotto seems to be...

The elderflower soda had lemon slices which was half the flavor. The rest was floral. I ordered the mushroom and pork fusilli which included braised pork, chickpeas, cream of mushroom, and assorted mushrooms. It was a little too salty, yet no pepper. The pork was pretty tasteless. On the other hand, the housemade sausage is seasoned so well! It has a great pepperiness and the accompaniments are perfect. The sour bell pepper slices and mustard are reminiscent of a proper Bratwurst restaurant. If it was seared, the sausage...

Incredible high class vibes in a town that lacks modern dining options. Really love the edamame soup, chestnut bacon risotto, and the easily shareable assortment of delicious paellas! Added bonus: beautiful record player constantly playing a carefully crafted and wonderfully diverse...