We waited three hours to get into the new carb heaven all-you-can-eat bread restaurant in Osaka

Three hours passed before we finally entered the trendy all-you-can-eat bread restaurant, Bakery Restaurant C, in Osaka. The chain, which operates under the same parent company as St. Marc Cafe and other all-you-can-eat establishments, recently expanded to Osaka from Tokyo, with a new location opening on September 1 at the Abeno Harukas shopping complex.

Upon arriving at the 12th floor of the shopping complex around 11:30 a.m., we were dismayed to discover that 66 other groups had already submitted their names to the lengthy waiting list. This was significantly longer than the wait time at the Shibuya Mark City location, where we typically obtained a table without issue.

During our time waiting, we observed differences in the menu offerings between the two locations. While the Shibuya branch presented a set deal with a main meal for 2,849 yen (US$18), here, the main meals varied in price. For budget-conscious diners, the Colorful Vegetable Minestrone and Rich Seafood Clam Chowder (2,178 yen each) proved to be the most affordable options. However, the Hanger Steak (260 grams) was priced higher at 3,490 yen.

Unwilling to wait through the lengthy queue, we decided to return the following day, arriving at 10:10 a.m. - 20 minutes earlier than the store's 10:30 a.m. opening time. Despite our early arrival, we found ourselves joining a massive line at the entrance.

Upon receiving our ticket number (No. 59), we eagerly explored the building, including the highest observatory in western Japan. Finally, at 1:07 p.m., three hours after our initial arrival, we were granted entry. Our group was allotted 70 minutes to enjoy their meal, and most groups took full advantage of this time limit.

To capitalize on our lengthy wait, we opted for the Mixed Grill with Hamburg, Chicken, and Sausage (3,278 yen), a dish not available at the Shibuya location. As we indulged in the flavorful meats, we marveled at the restaurant's commitment to delivering an exceptional bread and dining experience, despite the challenges posed by its popularity.