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Savor the Flavors of Winter at Hotel Metropolitan

From January 5, 2026, to March 1, 2026, Chinese restaurant "桂林" at Hotel Metropolitan will present a special winter menu featuring seasonal delights like snow crabs and hairy crabs, along with luxurious ingredients such as shark fin and lobster tails. This exclusive dining experience offers gourmet dinner and lunch courses that promise to satisfy your taste buds with the essence of winter.

A Culinary Journey of Seasonal Delights

The highlight of the winter dinner course, priced at ¥16,000, includes eight meticulously crafted dishes that showcase the sweetness of fresh ingredients. The course opens with a special appetizer platter featuring:

• - Hairy Crab marinated in Shaoxing Wine
• - Jellyfish and Yuba in Salted Koji Sauce
• - Soy Milk Yuzu Jelly
• - Curry-flavored Roasted Char Siu
• - Seasonal Vegetables in Sweet Vinegar
• - Cod with Spicy Sauce

The marinated hairy crab, soaked in Shaoxing wine for two weeks, delivers a rich, savory flavor. Complementing the platter, the fried cod comes with a spicy special sauce, making it a perfect starter.

Next up, enjoy an exquisite Shark Fin Braised with Inca Potatoes topped with a savory soy-based sauce, creating a comforting dish that marries elegant textures and flavors. Follow this with Stir-fried Scallops with Lily Bulbs in Milk, and Domestic Beef Flank Stir-fried with Sichuan Pepper, served with an aromatic kick of heat.

A standout of the menu is the Peking Duck with Snow Crab Meat and Sausage Rolls. The rich flavors of crab combine seamlessly with the robust taste of the sausage, delivering a truly memorable experience on your palate.

Lobster tail is featured prominently in the Braised Lobster Tail with Seasonal Chinese Cabbage and Sea Lettuce, a dish celebrating the delicate sweetness of lobster, complemented by the freshness of seasonal cabbage and seaweed. Lastly, a choice between Stir-fried Noodles or Fried Rice with Crab Miso will be presented, where both options are delightfully rich and satisfying.

To conclude your meal, indulge in a dessert platter featuring:

• - Mango Pudding
• - Strawberry Cream Sandwiches
• - Egg Tarts

Lunch Offerings Worth Sharing

Join for lunch where the "桂林山水ランチコース" at ¥4,900 takes you on a delightful taste adventure with fresh ingredients like surf clams and sweetfish, leading into a refreshing crab-based shark fin soup. Seasonal merit shines brightly with dishes featuring three varieties of proteins offered with a creative twist.

The tasting experience allows choices such as Stir-fried Pork with Seasonal Broccoli in Oyster Sauce, and Light Broiled Barramundi with Soy Sauce on Radish, each showcasing tender flavors that are high on the palate.
With options between Noodles topped with Beef, Rice with Crab, or Nutrient-rich Jook featuring a delicate seasoning of cilantro, guests can tailor their meals uniquely.

Visit Us

The restaurant operates weekly from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM for lunch and 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM for dinner, with every Wednesday off, except for specific holidays. Family get-togethers, business meetings, and celebratory dinners can find the perfect setting here amidst fine dining and classic Chinese décor.

To make reservations or inquire further, call 03-3980-5533 during business hours or check the official website for online booking options. The winter culinary experience at Hotel Metropolitan enhances every occasion, ensuring a delightful memory filled with flavors.

Come and relish in a winter wonderland of flavors at Hotel Metropolitan’s 桂林.