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Best Bistro in Japan

Bistro in Japan

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1Tenki

Shinsen Sta. / Tempura, Bistro, Wine bar

Thanks to you, we’re celebrating our 3rd anniversary! Introducing our new course, the best spring menu in Tenki's history!

3.55

Very good

436

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • -
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Trattoria La Grotta

Higashi Ginza Sta. / Italian, Bistro, Wine bar

3.48

601

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3DogenzakaBanban

Shinsen Sta. / Italian, Curry, Bistro

[5-minute walk from Shibuya Station] An Italian Bistro for Grown-Ups / Dishes with a Touch of Japanese Essence and Selected Wines

3.50

Very good

377

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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4Plaque Cuisine de GAMIN BLOCKS

Naka Meguro Sta. / French, Bistro, Steak

Available for reservations today / Enjoy the sounds, aromas, and processes of cooking in the open kitchen at GAMIN Nakameguro.

3.61

Very good

464

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5DOMIVKA Ukrainian Soul Tokyo

Kiyosumi Shirakawa Sta. / Creative, Bistro, European

During the Grand Sumo Tournament, enjoy Ukrainian cuisine while cheering for wrestler An Ao Nishiki! Takeout available.

12

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

6MARUGO 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

301

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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7BLT STEAK GINZA

Ginza Sta. / Steak, Bistro, American

Ginza, the second location in Japan, is a modern American steakhouse that is hugely popular in New York and Hawaii. Enjoy the finest aged meat steaks and popovers!

3.53

Very good

638

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Clock Trois

Shinjuku Sanchome Sta. / Bistro, Italian, Meat dishes

Just a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Sanchome Station, enjoy a warm and relaxing atmosphere while savoring a course featuring "Beef Tenderloin Steak" for both lunch and dinner.

3.25

159

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

9shibuya zetton

Shibuya Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Bistro

Perfect for welcome and farewell parties! A unique fusion of a tavern and pub in a back alley of Shibuya, featuring creative Japanese cuisine at "Shibuya Shitan.

3.38

125

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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10Akasaka Sakaba 345

Akasaka Sta. / Bistro, Baru (Spanish style bar)

A genuine bistro that offers a taste of Japan. Enjoy it alongside a variety of natural wines and other rich sake.

3.53

Very good

179

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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11Ore no French Ginza

Ginza Itchome Sta. / Bistro, French

Enjoy a free upgrade to our "White Day Special" dessert with course reservations on March 13 and 14!

3.45

1761

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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12lei Komugi o Tsukawanai Kokusai Bistro

Akihabara Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, Dining bar

A Natural Bistro Focused on Gluten-Free Options and Natural Wine, Born in the Backstreets of Akihabara

3.31

39

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • Sunday, Public Holiday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Gluten-Free options
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13Potsura Potsura

Shinsen Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Bistro

[Ura Shibuya] Pairing Japanese wine and sake with seasonal ingredients. ⭐︎ Available for private bookings from 8 guests ⭐︎

3.60

Very good

523

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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14le bistrot des bleus

Hiro o Sta. / Bistro, French, Wine bar

A Bib Gourmand selection in the 2026 Michelin Guide, enjoy traditional French cuisine in a casual bistro atmosphere that brings a taste of Paris.

3.73

Very good

374

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • -
  • Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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15Le Foyer Ebisu

Ebisu Sta. / French, Bistro, Wine bar

3.05

6

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Monday, Tuesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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16Taro Yamada

Gotanda Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro

Just 3 minutes from Gotanda! Enjoy genre-less creative dishes at this hidden bar! Open until 1 AM (closes at 11 PM on Sundays and holidays).

3.44

291

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

17Bal Cochonrose

Meguro Sta. / Baru (Spanish style bar), Bistro, Steak

Delicious spots are hidden in residential areas!! A casual meat bar

3.33

98

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

18Kagurazaka Bistro Nonki

Kagurazaka Sta. / Bistro, Wine bar, French

3.48

403

  • 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
Online reservationCheck availability

19Burger Polis Shibuya

Yoyogi Koen Sta. / Hamburger, Bistro, Baru (Spanish style bar)

Enjoy the rich flavors of carefully selected Wagyu in a burger style!

3.11

21

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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20RESTAURANT Omiya Shinmarubiru Ten

Tokyo Sta. / Yoshoku (Japanese style western cuisine), Hamburger steak, Bistro

Directly connected to Tokyo Station ◆ A new classic Western-style restaurant with French influences.

3.49

699

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