Best Innovative

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

1036

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

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

250

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Monday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking

Online reservationCheck availability

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

3Metis 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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Bronze winner

Selected for Tabelog French WEST "Tabelog 100" 2025

4Shimanami French Murakami

Osakatemmangu Sta. / French, Innovative

4.05

Excellent

647

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Kids menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

5Wine & 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

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

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

6Bia

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

7cocon

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

8Kirazu

Hosui Susukino Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Innovative

A Meat Kappo that Plays with Wagyu and Seasonal Ingredients, Infused with a Touch of Tradition and Playfulness

3.63

Very good

50

JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
-
Sunday, Public Holiday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog yakiniku EAST "Tabelog 100" 2025

9Hokkaido Yakiniku Kita Ushi

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

3.64

Very good

173

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

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

10Shimoyamitenae 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

11Nagomi

Kintetsu Nara Sta. / Teppanyaki, Steak, Innovative

3.20

29

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Halal options

Online reservationCheck availability

12FaRo Italiano

Umeda Sta. / Italian, Innovative

3.44

238

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
-

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

13The Momentum by Porsche

Shimbashi Sta. / Italian, Innovative, Wine bar

3.67

Very good

159

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Monday, Sunday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

Online reservationCheck availability

14STORIARE

Otemachi Sta. / Italian, Innovative

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

3.24

34

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

Selected for Tabelog Italian TOKYO "Tabelog 100" 2025

15RAMA 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

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

16SPICE LAB TOKYO

Ginza Sta. / Innovative, Indian

The Only Modern Indian Restaurant Incorporating Seasonal Japanese Ingredients | Selected as One of the Top 100 Restaurants for Two Consecutive Years

3.69

Very good

609

JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Monday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Vegetarian options

Online reservationCheck availability

17AJIKA 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

78

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

18Sa Mesa

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Italian, Wine bar, Innovative

[1-minute walk from Shinjuku Station] Mediterranean Paradise - Sardinia Island ◆ Enjoy exquisite dishes taught by local chefs for a special experience that delights all your senses.

3.21

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