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1Tokyo Yakiniku Inoue Ginza Ten

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Tripe, Innovative

Experience a unique and special time at Inoue, the pinnacle of Yakiniku, reopening on August 1st!

3.55

Very good

1039

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

2NH

Kitashinchi Sta. / French, Innovative

A culinary space of French innovative cuisine, wrapped in the seasons.

4.33

Excellent

251

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

3cocon

Naka Meguro Sta. / French, European, Innovative

3.57

Very good

77

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Metis Roppongi

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / Innovative, French, Steak

Featured in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026, this counter-style French restaurant has earned a one-star rating for three consecutive years, specializing in wood-fired dishes.

4.14

Excellent

178

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

5Gomi Gokan

Oebashi Sta. / Innovative

[5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station] Experience a new world of Japanese cuisine that stimulates your senses with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at our 7-seat counter!

2

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6Wine & fusion Cuisine Restaurant "meso" Shimokitazawa Tokyo

Shimo Kitazawa Sta. / Bistro, French, Innovative

French x Fermentation x Spices x Dashi A modern fusion experience for all five senses at the chef's counter with wine.

3.58

Very good

102

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Wednesday, Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Gluten-Free options
Online reservationCheck availability

7Ukiyo

Yoyogi Uehara Sta. / Innovative, Bar

3.21

50

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • Monday, Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

8Bia

Nogizaka Sta. / Innovative, Japanese Cuisine, Thai

4.42

Excellent

453

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog French TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

9EdiTion Koji Shimomura

Roppongi Itchome Sta. / French, Innovative

Creative dishes that are low in calories and healthy!

4.03

Excellent

720

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

10Hokkaido Yakiniku Kita Ushi

Susukino Sta. / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ), Innovative, Jingisukan (Grilled lamb)

3.64

Very good

175

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Innovative/Creative Cuisine "Tabelog 100" 2025

11Shimoyamitenae Izuru

Nakajima Koen Sta. / Innovative, French

4.26

Excellent

229

  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

12Uni Senmon Restaurant unico-co

Yotsuya Sta. / Italian, Innovative, Seafood

3.31

121

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

13FaRo Italiano

Umeda Sta. / Italian, Innovative

3.44

240

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

14RAMA Shirokane

Shirokanedai Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Innovative

3.61

Very good

223

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

15Kufuku ±

Suehirocho Sta. / French, Innovative

The winter course has started! The theme is "Fukutoku Mankitsu".

3.61

Very good

520

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

16STORIARE

Otemachi Sta. / Italian, Innovative

[Reservation Required] Innovative Italian Cuisine that Weaves Together the Producer's Passion and Flavor

3.24

35

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

17La BOMBANCE

Hiro o Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Creative, Innovative

A Hidden Gem in Nishiazabu: Delicious Japanese Cuisine that Blends Tradition with Innovation

3.69

Very good

652

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18onde

Tsubogawa Sta. / French, Innovative

Just a 2-minute walk from Tsubokawa Station in Naha City. Enjoy restaurant-quality food in a casual setting.

3.58

Very good

127

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Thursday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

19AJIKA Georgian Bistro and Wine Bar

Ushigome Kagurazaka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Innovative

A Chef from Georgia Comes to Japan, Opening a Georgia Specialty Bistro & Wine Bar in Kagurazaka

3.32

79

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
Online reservationCheck availability

20YANAGI TePPaN UNBORN GASTRONOMY

Shiseikan Shogakko Mae Sta. / Steak, Teppanyaki, Innovative

Beyond Teppanyaki. - A new era of teppanyaki gastronomy originating from Hokkaido.

3.52

Very good

65

  • JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability