This is exactly the kind of drama I need after a long day. Or when going through a period where I can't handle the high emotions of other dramas. It's not fluff. But it's not angst either. Some may wonder how that's possible - and it's largely due to the episodic format. Each episode has it's own plot, focused on one of the regular customers of the midnight diner.

That's another standout feature: The show does not focus on the main character. The resultant nice, wise, and mysterious air that this gives him never detracts from all from the stories being told though. And each of the customers have really compelling stories - many of which are rarely told - that are given the proper attention and tone. Instead, we see all of the customers, denizens of the night life, being treated as whole people instead of a character embroiled in drama. And we see them all develop a peaceful and amicable dynamic with each other in the diner, as if they are family.

There's also a nice focus on food - with the customers each having a favorite dish, usually for a reason, that they will request the diner owner to make. And then at the end of the episode, viewers get a demo/explanation on how to make the dish or tips to keep in mind while doing so.