As the hub of Tokyo’s dynamic culinary and nightlife scene, Roppongi is particularly renowned for its welcoming attitude towards international visitors. As a quintessential embodiment of the city’s shopping district, it is home to an abundance of trendy eateries that are both highly sought-after and fiercely competitive.
Amidst the plethora of dining options available, it is our pleasure to guide you towards the five most exceptional restaurants in the Roppongi district of Tokyo.
Edomae Sushi Hattori (江戸前 鮨 服部)
Edomae Sushi Hattori is a restaurant located near Tokyo Metro Roppongi Station. The owner chef, Akio Hattori, trained at reputable sushi restaurants before opening his own establishment in 2009. The restaurant offers a menu of fresh seasonal ingredients meant to be enjoyed with sake. The seating and private room feature traditional Japanese materials, and the restaurant is particular about ingredient selection. The menu is limited to an omakase course starting at 15,000 yen, which is a more affordable option compared to other popular Tokyo restaurants. Reservations are recommended.
Nishi-Azabu Tempura Uoshin (西麻布天ぷら魚新)
Uoshin Nishiazabu is a hidden gem located on the second floor of a building. It is a renowned tempura restaurant with a long history and expertise in fresh fish. The head chef, Shinji Miyazaki, ensures the highest quality of seasonal ingredients. Their lunch menu features various tempura bowls and set-course options, while dinner offers a range of choices. Reservations are recommended for this exceptional dining experience.
Torioka (鳥おか)
Torioka is a branch of the popular Michelin-starred yakitori restaurant Torishiki. It is located on the fifth floor of the Roppongi Hills West Walk. Torioka is easier to book than its Meguro counterpart and is headed by Noriyuki Kurosaki, a protégé of Chef Yoshiteru Ikegawa. The restaurant has a dimly lit atmosphere with U-shaped counter seats and private rooms. It offers an omakase course featuring in-season vegetables, braised pork, 11 skewers, rice, and pickles. Reservations are recommended.
IRUCA Tokyo (入鹿Tokyo 六本木)
IRUCA Tokyo, a restaurant with a warm and refined Japanese ambience, opened a second branch near Tokyo Midtown. While their signature dish is Yuzu Shio Ramen, the overwhelmingly popular choice is Porcini Shoyu Ramen, made with four different broths infused with porcini oil. The soup is free of chemical additives. The noodles are sourced from Mikawaya Seimen, a renowned noodle factory, and the toppings include pork and chicken chashu, bamboo shoots, and green onions. Additional recommended toppings are duck chashu, flavored egg, chicken dumplings, and shrimp dumplings, all made in-house.
Mikawaya (三河屋)
Mikawaya is a teishoku restaurant specializing in deep-fried dishes. It is located near Gonpachi at the Nishi-Azabu Crossing. The restaurant has counter seating for five people and three tables. It opened in 1930 and serves teishoku from 11:30 to 14:30 on weekdays. The most popular item is the mixed-set meal, which includes various deep-fried dishes, cabbage, rice, miso soup, and pickles. The menchikatsu is of high quality with a crispy, spicy batter.
