Cherry Blossom Inspired Food to be Sold at “BLT STEAK” Steak House in Roppongi & Ginza

20.March.2018 | FOOD / SPOT

The Roppongi and Ginza branches of American steak house “BLT STEAK,” which originates from New York, will hold the “BLT STEAK Sakura Matsuri” festival from March 17 to April 8. Food and drinks inspired by cherry blossoms will be sold including the “Yozakura Burger” (Evening Cherry Tree Burger) recommended for after you’ve been for a stroll to see the cherry blossoms at night, as well as lunch a course and desserts.

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Roppongi is one of the most famous locations for cherry blossoms. BLT STEAK Roppongi is surrounded by cherry trees, from Sakurazaka to the water fountain garden at the restaurant, and around Ark Hills where 150 Yoshino cherries bloom. When the flowers are in their peak season, the rows of cherry trees are illuminated, bringing in countless people every year for hanami. At BLT STEAK Roppongi, their Sakura Matsuri menu is available until 23:00 where you can enjoy the “Yozakura Burger,” a cherry blossom cocktail, a cherry blossom dessert and more.

 

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Roppongi Branch Limited “Yozakura Burger” – \2,300

The burger is made with 100% premium grade beef. The steak together with a fragrant patty that’s cooked in a 925°pot are complemented with a harmony of sweet and sour sauce made with dark cherry fruits and red wine. Topped with cheese, bacon and other available ingredients and salted cherry blossom leaves, this authentic burger is given a special salty accent in addition to a faint taste of cherry blossom. You can buy it in the bar area. (*Served at both the Roppongi and Ginza branches at lunch time.)

 

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There’s plenty of other surprises on the menu too! Enjoy a luxurious meal while gazing at the cherry blossoms.

 

■Information

 

BLT STEAK Sakura Matsuri

Running: 17 March 2018 – 8 April 2018

Available: Roppongi and Ginza branches

 

BLT STEAK Roppongi

Address: Izumi Garden 5F, 1-6-1 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo

Opening Hours:

Lunch – 11:00-15:00 (Last Orders 14:15)

Dinner – 17:00-23:00 (Last Orders 22:00)

No Fixed Holidays.

TEL: 03-3589-4129

 

BLT STEAK Ginza

Address: Royal Crystal Ginza 8F, 5-4-6 Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo

Opening Hours:

Lunch – 11:00-15:00 (Last Orders 14:15)

Dinner – 17:00-23:00 (Last Orders 22:00)

No Fixed Holidays.

TEL:03-3573-1129

 

Website: http://bltsteak.jp

 

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