A key characteristic is the fusion of different worlds. The setting usually involves a food - related place (like a restaurant or an izakaya) that serves as a connection between our world and another world. So there are often elements of fantasy and the real world combined.
I'm not entirely sure as I haven't read it specifically. But generally, 'isekai' often involves characters being transported to another world, and a'shokudou' is a cafeteria or dining hall. So it might be about some interesting stories that happen in a cafeteria in an isekai setting in the light novel.
As I'm not familiar with the 'isekai shokudou light novel' in detail, it's hard to name the main characters. However, thinking about the common setups in isekai stories, there could be a kind - hearted character who manages the shokudou and acts as a sort of anchor in the story. There might also be characters who bring different cultures and powers from their own isekai worlds, and their interactions with the shokudou environment and other customers form the core of the story.
One popular 'isekai shokudou novel' is 'Restaurant to Another World'. It tells the story of a Western - style restaurant that serves as a portal to another world on Saturdays. The unique concept of different fantasy creatures coming to the restaurant to enjoy delicious food makes it a very interesting read.
The chef is definitely one of the most interesting characters. He has this ability to create amazing food that can transport people from different worlds. Another interesting character is the elf customer. Her reactions to the new and strange foods are quite fascinating.
Well, in the Isekai Shokudou light novel, a significant plot twist involves the connection between the restaurant and different worlds. It's revealed that the restaurant serves as a sort of anchor or gateway between various realms, which is not initially obvious. Also, the relationships between the characters, like the chef and some of the regular customers, have some unexpected developments. For instance, a customer who was always seen as just a friendly face has a hidden agenda that gets uncovered as the story progresses.
There is also a young waitress who plays an important role. She helps out in the restaurant and has some interesting interactions with the otherworldly guests. And then there are the regular customers from the other worlds, like the elf - like beings or the big, burly warriors from far - off lands, who are sort of main characters in their own right as they bring their own stories and personalities to the table.
One unique feature is its concept of a restaurant that serves as a portal to another world. It creates a really interesting setting where different creatures from various realms can come and dine.
There are also various customers from the other world. For instance, there are magical creatures like dragons or fairies. These characters play important roles as they bring different elements of the other world into the story. Their interactions with the owner and each other are what drive the plot forward. Each of them has unique requests and reactions to the food served at the restaurant.