15 Must-Try Seafood Restaurants in Ebisu: Top Picks for Lunch and Dinner

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Located just a 4-minute walk from Ebisu Station, BANDERUOLA is renowned for its outstanding regional Italian cuisine. The handmade couscous is especially popular for its authenticity and flavor.

The restaurant features a relaxed Southern Italian-inspired interior and an open terrace seating area, both highly praised by guests.

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There are four lunch options to choose from: Pasta Lunch, Couscous Lunch, Main Dish Lunch, and Course Lunch.

The "Couscous of the Day" features a colorful presentation, with sakura shrimp and green peas beautifully arranged on a vibrant plate. Enjoy the couscous generously topped with sakura shrimp by pouring the seafood soup served on the side over it.

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The menu features a variety of seafood main dishes, including oven-baked and braised options. Pictured is the "Roasted Fresh Fish with Leek and Orange, Catania Style."

This dish offers a generous portion of sea bass served in a flavorful broth, complemented by the refreshing acidity of orange. The sweet leeks add another delicious layer to the experience.

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Located on the 8th floor of Atre Ebisu West, Shiro no Niwa is an Italian restaurant just a one-minute walk from Ebisu Station.

The spacious interior offers 154 seats, including a terrace, semi-private rooms separated by curtains, and comfortable sofas, making it suitable for a variety of occasions.

Renowned for its seafood dishes, this restaurant is also an excellent choice for lunch.

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The "Piatto Unico" offers a delightful combination of a fish or meat main dish and freshly made house pasta, all on one plate.

The pictured dish features perfectly seared salmon, praised for its enticing aroma and delicious flavor. The course also includes a mini dessert, salad, and soup, making for a truly satisfying meal.

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The "Seafood Pescatore" is highly praised, featuring generous portions of head-on shrimp, mussels, clams, spear squid, and other fresh seafood, all perfectly complemented by a savory tomato sauce.

The lunch menu is updated regularly, making it easy to visit again and again.

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Located on the 39th floor of Ebisu Garden Place Tower, SOUTH Australian Cuisine specializes in authentic Australian dishes. Guests can enjoy homemade cuisine prepared with carefully selected ingredients.

The spacious dining area features large windows offering sweeping views, and is decorated with landscape photography and Aboriginal art, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere.

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The "Surf & Turf Course" allows you to create your own combination from a variety of seafood and meat options.

The grilled shrimp, fresh enough to be enjoyed raw, is expertly cooked to bring out its natural sweetness and flavor.

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The photo shows the salad lunch and a kadaif-fried lobster tail ordered a la carte.

The lobster tail is wrapped in fine, noodle-like strands of wheat and deep-fried. It is thick, succulent, and offers a pleasantly springy texture, with a subtle sweetness that makes it especially delicious.

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A five-minute walk from Ebisu Station toward Shibuya, ALMA is a creative Italian restaurant located on the first floor of a building.

The spacious interior features vintage furnishings and high ceilings, creating an open and airy atmosphere.

For dinner, the popular prix fixe course allows you to choose a seafood main dish, all prepared with fresh ingredients sourced from the Tohoku region.

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Pictured: Hand-cut tagliatelle with Italian porcini mushrooms and Miyagi scallops in a rich butter sauce.

This dish features plump, sweet scallops bursting with umami, fragrant porcini mushrooms, and a hint of spice.

Enjoy the contrast between the creamy sauce and the light, house-made tagliatelle.

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"Cacciucco," a specialty of Livorno in Tuscany and the chef's signature dish, is a must-try here.

This traditional seafood stew is simmered in red wine with several kinds of seafood, resulting in a dish that's rich in flavor yet surprisingly light and easy to enjoy.

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A casual Italian restaurant where you can enjoy seafood dishes in a relaxed setting.

The bright and spacious interior features a terrace, sofas, and long tables, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

Offering all-you-can-drink courses and anniversary plans, the restaurant is known for its excellent value, making it a great choice for dinner.

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A popular dinner main at Sakana Bar is the "Kinmedai Acqua Pazza." This dish features fresh golden eye snapper delivered directly from the source, served with shellfish and olives.

The flavors of the shellfish, steamed in wine, infuse the broth, resulting in a delicate and refined taste.

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"Risotto to Finish Off with the Remaining Soup" is a classic way to enjoy the leftover broth from seafood mains such as acqua pazza, steamed shellfish in wine, or bouillabaisse.

This comforting dish, infused with the rich umami of seafood, is said to be both exceptionally flavorful and warming.

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Shakegara Sou is a bistro specializing in seafood, featuring salmon from Ishikari City, Hokkaido as its signature dish.

A variety of options are available, including customized plans based on your budget and group size, as well as courses with all you can drink. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortably inviting. Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station.

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The photo shows "Salmon en Croûte," a creative bistro-style dish inspired by Ishikari City's local specialty, Chanchan-yaki.

A crisp pastry crust pairs perfectly with the rich flavor of salmon. The dish is subtly enhanced with white miso and shrimp head miso, adding depth to its taste.

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This is aunique dish featuring Nakaochi salmon (non-standard slices and meat scraped from the bones) and ikura, served tartare-style with shrimp, accompanied by sauce and baguette.

The addition of avocado sauce brings a mild creaminess, while pink pepper adds a delightful accent.

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A popular Italian restaurant known for its fresh seafood, delivered daily from Toyosu Market. It's just a 4-minute walk from Ebisu Station.

The interior features stylish mortar and wood accents, evoking the atmosphere of a café in an overseas resort.

For dinner, the seafood courses—offering a generous variety of ocean flavors—are especially popular.

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The signature dish here is the "Aqua Pazza with Today’s Fresh Fish." On this visit, the dish featured a whole young sea bream, clams, scallops, and squid.

Every element, from the flavorful young sea bream and shellfish to the rich, umami-packed broth, showcases the chef’s impressive skills.

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Enjoy the vibrant presentation of the "Carpaccio of Fresh-Caught Fish of the Day."

This dish features generous slices of thick-cut flounder. The subtle sweetness of beets, paired with an olive sauce, salmon roe, and kale, create a harmonious combination.

Both the vegetables, fruits, and sauces are selected daily to best complement the seafood of the day.

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Just a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station, Kappou Uzuki is an intimate Japanese restaurant specializing in seasonal seafood prepared with authentic techniques. The cozy space features seven counter seats and a single private room.

With its quiet, refined atmosphere, it offers a relaxing dining experience. The restaurant is also known for its selection of local sake from across Japan, making it an excellent choice for dinner.

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The popular "8-course Omakase Dinner" features a highly praised sashimi platter made with the freshest seafood.

In addition to a luxurious selection that includes fresh sea urchin and splendid alfonsino, guests can enjoy sashimi prepared with extra care, such as seared cuts and kombu kelp-cured varieties. The menu also offers delicacies like filefish served with its liver and sweet white shrimp.

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From the "Fried Dishes" menu, we recommend the Deep-fried Shiba Shrimp fishballs and the Fried Beltfish and Sea Urchin Maki (roll).

The delicate craftsmanship is evident in the fluffy texture of the fried shrimp shinjo and the lightly fried beltfish roll, cooked rare to bring out the best in the sea urchin.

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A popular Japanese seafood izakaya known for its seasonal seafood dishes.

The restaurant features a lively open kitchen at the counter, sunken kotatsu seating, and private rooms with views of the courtyard, making it an excellent choice for dinner.

The bright and spacious interior creates a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.

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The assorted sashimi platters are available in several sizes, including "Goku" (Premium), "Tokujo" (Special), and "Jo" (Deluxe), depending on the number of varieties included. For solo diners, there is a special platter featuring six kinds of sashimi, allowing you to sample a little of each.

The selection includes fresh fish delivered directly from various regions, such as medium-fatty tuna (chutoro), bonito, bigfin reef squid (aori ika), and striped jack (shima aji). Each piece is expertly prepared to highlight its natural flavor and freshness.

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A variety of seasonal seafood can be enjoyed here, with the grilled dishes earning particular praise.

The signature Saikyo-style grilled black cod stands out for its delicate char. The combination of the sweet miso, the rich fatty black cod, and the perfectly balanced grilling creates an exceptional flavor.

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Just a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station, Kaki × Ebi Kairi Ebisu is an izakaya specializing in Japanese seafood, featuring fresh, locally sourced oysters and a wide variety of shrimp dishes delivered daily.

The casual interior is perfect for everyday dining or meals with friends, creating a lively atmosphere that welcomes a diverse range of guests.

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The "Seasonal Tsufu Hot Pot" is a highly acclaimed dinner menu item featured in the media, featuring luxurious ingredients such as monkfish liver, shrimp, soft roe, and oysters.

Even ingredients that are typically enjoyed raw take on a new texture and flavor when cooked. The vegetables simmered in the rich miso broth soak up the savory essence of the seafood, becoming meltingly tender.

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"Ebi Shabu" is a shrimp hot pot featuring a generous 1kg of shrimp for two people. Choose from three standard soup bases, or select from a total of ten varieties with optional upgrades. Pictured are the numbing and spicy mala broth and a simple kombu kelp dashi that highlights the natural flavors of the ingredients.

You can also enjoy a variety of flavors with additional vegetables or finishing noodles.

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A Japanese izakaya specializing in fresh seafood, directly sourced from Toyosu Market and other regions. Owned by a former fishmonger, the restaurant is known for its impressive and carefully selected seafood offerings.

The interior features exposed concrete walls and floors, creating a distinctive and purposeful atmosphere. Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station.

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The signature dish here is the "Shinkichi Specialty Premium Sashimi Platter." On this particular day, it featured sea bream, tuna, sardine, and seared kuromutsu (bluefish), which was especially praised for its perfect amount of rich fat.

This restaurant is suitable for a variety of occasions and is known for its excellent value. If you order two or more servings, you can choose two types of sashimi from the recommended selection.

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One of the highlights here is the chance to enjoy rare seafood such as Kinki (channel rockfish), Kue (longtooth grouper), and Nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) prepared robatayaki-style.

The Kinki, in particular, is coated with salt and grilled over premium Kishu Binchotan charcoal, resulting in an exceptional flavor. Please note that charcoal-grilled dishes are available exclusively at the Ebisu location.

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Just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station, Fonda Sant Jordi offers an exceptional Spanish dining experience led by a chef from Catalonia.

The walls are adorned with photos of the Sagrada Familia and works by Dalí, creating a tranquil atmosphere that transports you straight to Spain.

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The menu includes classic rice-based cazuela and delicate fideo pasta. The paella at Fonda Sant Jordi is especially popular.

The "Paella with Blue Crab and Seafood" is generously topped with large pieces of crab, mussels, and a variety of other seafood.

The rice is perfectly cooked, offering an authentic taste of Spanish cuisine.

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"Escachada" is a highly recommended marinated dish made with salted cod, tomatoes, and black olives. It is known for its unique flavor profile, combining the rich umami of cod with a pronounced saltiness and a refreshing finish.

Whenever possible, ingredients and seasonings are sourced directly from Spain, allowing guests to enjoy authentic Catalan cuisine true to its origins.

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Just a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station, FISH HOUSE OYSTER BAR offers a casual bar-style setting where you can enjoy Italian cuisine featuring premium oysters sourced from around the world and a variety of fresh seafood.

The restaurant also owns its own farm, providing a wide selection of Kamakura vegetables that are highly praised. For dinner, the oyster-focused course menu is especially popular.

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The photo shows the "Spaghettini with Oysters and Seasonal Vegetables." This striking dish features generous oysters atop pasta tossed in a garlic oil sauce.

The large-cut seasonal vegetables add plenty of substance, with the fresh, tender sweetness of turnips being especially delicious.

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The "Snow Crab Risotto" is generously topped with cheese, offering a rich and well-balanced flavor thanks to the deeply infused crab broth.

Each dish is served in hearty portions, ensuring a satisfying and filling meal.

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This Mexican restaurant specializes in dishes made with fresh seafood sourced from Toyosu Market. Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Ebisu Station.

The interior features striking wall art and a relaxed, Mexican-inspired atmosphere, perfect for dinner. Designed by a renowned designer, the restaurant has even served as a filming location for TV dramas.

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The most popular dinner dish is the "Shrimp and Mushroom Chili Sauté in Garlic Oil." Featuring plump shrimp fried to a crisp—shell and all—this dish is generously portioned.

The piping hot oil, infused with a blend of chili spices, pairs perfectly with a side of baguette.

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"Jambalaya ZONA ROSA Style" is an original take on classic Cajun cuisine.

This dish features fluffy rice seasoned with Cajun spices and chili con carne, offering a mildly spicy kick that pairs perfectly with bell peppers.

Adding sour cream brings a new layer of flavor, making it even more enjoyable.

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This is an oyster bar where you can enjoy specially selected oysters sourced directly from partner fishermen across Japan. The creative preparation methods add a unique touch to each dish.

With handwritten signs, a counter, and televisions, the casual and lively atmosphere makes it a fun spot to visit any day.

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Fresh oysters, grilled oysters in a variety of flavors, and crispy fried oysters are popular menu items here.

On this day, the fresh oysters served were "Maruemon" from Hokkaido, known for their rich flavor and umami that fills your mouth with every bite.

Jackpot offers a wide selection of oysters from both Japan and abroad, so you can enjoy delicious oysters even outside of the peak season.

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A must-try side dish that nearly every guest orders is the "Anchovy French Fries." These fries are generously piled high and seasoned with a savory anchovy salt.

They pair perfectly with mayonnaise, making them a dish you'll want to keep reaching for bite after bite.