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Best Bistro (Counter Seats & For Dates) in Japan

Bistro in Japan

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1Gion Bistro Maruhashi

Gion Shijo Sta. / Bistro, Hamburger steak

Indulge in a luxurious course featuring Kyoto beef, lobster, and foie gras! We also offer plans to fit your budget!

3.48

618

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

2MARUGO OTTO

Shinjuku Nishiguchi Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Wine bar

【3-Minute Walk from Shinjuku Station East Exit】 ★ No Cover Charge, No Music Fee (Live Piano Performance) ★ Come without an umbrella on rainy days from JR Shinjuku Station or Seibu Shinjuku Station! A modern pub inspired by the Upper East Side for adults.

3.39

268

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

3Agri

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. / Baru (Spanish style bar), Meat dishes, Bistro

3.58

Very good

80

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

4 Wine House Minami Aoyama

Omote Sando Sta. / Wine bar, Bistro, Bar

A hidden gem for adults, adorned with a wall of wine cellars Enjoy wine and cuisine to your heart's content!

3.54

Very good

241

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

5Marvelous Paradis Shirokane

Shirokanedai Sta. / French, Bistro, Wine bar

Enjoy the perfect moment for your special occasion... Now accepting reservations for Christmas dinner.

3.43

230

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

6New Bistro Gaburi Meguro Ten

Meguro Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Hamburger steak

3.48

516

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

7Le Coq Roti

Ikebukuro Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Cafe

【1-Minute Walk from Ikebukuro Station】Enjoy bistro dishes and juicy rotisserie chicken crafted by Chef Fukuichi, who has honed his skills for five years at a Michelin-starred restaurant, paired with craft beer! A wine bistro where you can casually savor carefully selected wines!

3.49

1002

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

8DRESS GRAPE

Shibuya Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, French

3.45

251

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

9yoyogihachimaｎ BISTRO NONKI

Yoyogi Hachiman Sta. / Bistro, Steak, Pasta

3.45

340

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

10Niru

Shibuya Sta. / Dining bar, Bistro, Asian, Ethnic

Enjoy global stews and spiced small plates with wine ◆ Experience a lively atmosphere at the counter for a perfect adult time.

3.51

Very good

145

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Thursday, Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

11Pulse

Yoyogi Hachiman Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Bistro

Natural wine and bistro dishes you can enjoy casually, just a minute from Yoyogi Park!

3.16

15

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

12Akasaka Yofune

Akasaka Mitsuke Sta. / Chinese, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Bistro

"Newly Opened: Wacho Bistro in Akasaka" Enjoy a dreamy night filled with delicious flavors and great conversations.

3.08

16

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

13Tomita Shoten

Suidobashi Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Reopening on March 6 (Mon)!! A charcoal-grilled and wine restaurant!! Feel free to contact us for reservations or inquiries about welcome and farewell parties!

3.49

1122

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • - JPY 999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

14Neobistro Synapse

Shibuya Sta. / Bistro, French, Baru (Spanish style bar)

3.37

140

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

15AJIKA Georgian Bistro and Wine Bar

Ushigome Kagurazaka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Innovative

Experience the charm of Georgia at our specialized bistro and wine bar in Kagurazaka!

3.26

55

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

16Bistro Restaurant nou Nakameguro

Naka Meguro Sta. / Bistro, Japanese Cuisine, Creative

[Creative French Bistro & Natural Wine] Counter seats available on 12/5! Give us a call!

3.62

Very good

286

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

17ITALIANA LA BUCCA

Hanabatacho Sta. / Italian, Pizza, Bistro

A casual Italian restaurant along the Shimotomori Arcade where you can enjoy a refined atmosphere. Happy hour is also available!

3.56

Very good

41

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18Lasebi

Yoyogi Uehara Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Italian, Bistro

3.40

103

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
Online reservationCheck availability

19Bistro Hutch

Kichijoji Sta. / Bistro, French, Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine)

Combining French cooking techniques with charcoal grilling, our motto is simple and delicious.

3.61

Very good

428

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

20Gohongi AKIMOTO

Gakugei Daigaku Sta. / Bistro, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Wine bar

Perfect for solo diners! A cozy French-style eatery run by a couple, featuring dishes crafted by a chef with a French background.

3.50

Very good

85

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability