Daiba/Rinkai Restaurants
LO : "last order"
late : Open late
S: Open Sundays
decor: Notable decor
Riedel: Wine served in Riedel glasses


Daiba/ Rinkai
Picks:
American: T.Y. Harbor Brewery (Tennozu)
Expensive: Teppanyaki at Hamayu (Daiba)
Budget: Positive Cafe (Daiba), Tenten Tsunetsune Kaitenbou (Dim sum; Daiba)
Exotic fast food: Hawaiian oxtail soup at Hanohano (Toyosu)
Vegetarian: Khazana (Indian; Daiba)
Sake: Ajisen (Tsukishima)
This guide covers the Tokyo Bayside areas of Harumi (from Kachidoki on the Oedo-sen), Tsukishima (Tsukishima on the Oedo-sen), Toyosu (monorail and Yurakucho-sen), Daiba and Ariake (Rinkai-sen or monorail from Shimbashi), Tennozu Isle (Rinkai-sen, or monorail from Hamamatsucho), and Maihama (Disneyland/Ikspiari).

See area restaurant map.

Daiba

Khazana (Indian). 5500-5082
Part of the ever-popular Maharajah chain, this is the slightly fancier version.
SunDaiba 1-6-1, Decks Tokyo Beach 5F. Open 11am-10pm daily.
Tenten Tsunetsune Kaitenbou (Dim sum). 3599-6705
Of the dozen Chinese eateries in the "Daiba Little Hong Kong" amusement area, this one stands out for the novelty value of their conveyer-belt dim sum service. The food's not bad, although the stuff you order fresh from the chefs tends to be better than the dishes that are revolving around on the conveyor belt.
SunDaiba 1-6-1, Decks Tokyo Beach 7F. Open 11am-10pm daily.
Hanashibe (Japanese). 3599-5575
Locally brewed sake (it's on the sweeter end of the scale), sake from Kyoto, and a light food menu including Kyoto-style tofu and yuba, Kyoto-style vegetable dishes and pickles, grilled meats and salads.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 3F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11am-11pm daily.
Positive Deli (Sandwiches/deli). 3599-4551
Australian wines and retro 70s decor overlooking Tokyo Bay. The food is simple deli fare - sandwiches and donburi are Y620, while more filling deli/salad/cheese platters run Y1000-1500. [See FULL REVIEW.]
decorSunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 3F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11am-11pm daily.
!Gompachi (Izakaya). 3599-4807
Inside Glien Passage, the theme-park-extravaganza restaurant complex in Aquacity, Gompachi offers a straight-ahead robatayaki menu - yakitori, grilled fish, assorted side dishes and a handful of soba variations to round things out. [See FULL REVIEW.]
no smokingdecorSunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 4F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 5:30pm-1am (LO) daily.
La Boheme (Italian). 3599-4801
Late-night pastas and Italian wines.
no smokinglateSunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 4F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11:30am-3am (LO) daily.
Monsoon Cafe (World cuisine). 3599-4805
Assorted southeast Asian dishes and a large bar.
no smokinglateSunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 4F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.
Zest (Tex-Mex). 3599-4803
Dependable late-night Tex-Mex food and fun decor.
no smokinglatedecorSunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 4F (Aquacity Odaiba). Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.
Barbacoa Steakhouse (Steak house). 3599-4071
The "terrace grill" serves up all-you-can-eat grilled chicken, pork, sausages and beef steak, plus side dishes, for Y2500 (with a 90-minute limit). They also offer an open beer bar for Y2100 (also 90 minutes). You can also order Australian and Japanese steaks a la carte.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Mediage 5F. Open 11am-2, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.
Kua 'Aina (Sandwiches/burgers). 3599-2800
Gourmet Hawaiian-style burgers and mahi-mahi sandwiches, plus Kona microbrew beers.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 4F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Sizzler (American). 3599-4534
The all-you-can-eat salad bar is surprisingly varied, and still one of the better ones in town.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 5F. Open 11:30am-10pm daily.
Surabaya (Indonesian). 3599-5341
Surabaya serves up a big menu of authentic-tasting Indonesian dishes, along with a huge selection of cocktails. Portions are small but prices are low, so you can try many different dishes if you wish. Most tables have a view of Fuji TV and Aomi beyond. Dinner for two starts at Y4900.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 5F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.
!Hibiki (Japanese). 3599-5500
Excellent seafood, chicken, tofu, and charcoal-grilled items in this lovely modern Japanese pub-style restaurant. There's a nice panoramic view of Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge, and sleek Japanese modern decor. Choose from a good assortment of sake, shochu, wines and cocktails. Budget around Y4000-5000 for ample food and drink.
decorSunDaiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 6F. Open 5-10pm (LO) daily.
Red Lobster (Seafood). 3599-5521
A bayside branch of the popular American seafood chain, with nice views over the Rainbow Bridge.
SunDaiba 1-7-1, Aqua City 6F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.
!Hamayu (Teppanyaki). 5500-6606
The first-rate teppanyaki menu here features the finest Japanese domestic beef and seasonal seafood appetizers, complemented by a stunning 30th-floor view overlooking the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Bay. Dinner is priced at Y13,680-23,100, but lunch is a relative bargain starting at around Y4000. There are a couple of lovely private rooms available for a small extra charge.
SunDaiba 2-6-1, Le Meridien Grand Pacific Tokyo 30F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-9:30pm daily.

Aomi

Cafe Ozen Mariage (Japanese). 3599-2139
Japanese desserts and some light food dishes in an elegant Japanese cafe, one of the quietest and most relaxing spaces in Venus Fort.
decorSunAomi 1-chome Palette Town, Venus Fort 2F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.
Il Forno (Italian). 3599-2211
Substantial pastas and nice pizzas.
SunAomi 1-chome Palette Town, Venus Fort 2F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.
News Deli (Sandwiches/deli). 3570-1170
Moderately priced deli-style items, both Japanese and Western, in a lively setting.
SunAomi 1-chome Palette Town, Venus Fort 3F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Ariake

Kagaya (Japanese regional). 5530-5800
Kaga-style kaiseki service from Kanazawa. Kaiseki dinner from Y3,800, lunch from Y1,200. Regular set dinners from Y1500.
SunAriake 3-1, Wanza Ariake Bay Mall 2F. Open 11am-2:30, 5-8:30pm (LO) daily.
Maguroyasan (Izakaya). 5530-5660
Nothing fancy, but a good selection of sashimi and tuna specialties.
SunAriake 3-1, Wanza Ariake Bay Mall 2F. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.
Maharani (Izakaya). 5564-0006
An odd combination of Indian food (tandoori and curries) and standard izakaya fare (yakitori, etc.), which you can wash down with your choice of Indian beer or nicely chosen regional sakes.
Ariake 3-1-28, Ariake Park Bldg. 2F. Open 11am-10pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

Tsukishima / Harumi

Spain Club (Spanish). 3533-5381
Tapas and Spanish wines.
SunTsukishima 1-14-7. Open noon-2:30, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.
!Ajisen (Izakaya). 3534-8483
A tiny, legendary sake pub with an unusual selection, including many rare koshu (aged sakes). There's also a big list of shochu made from sugar cane. Food highlights include the anago dishes and the thick, juicy satsuma-age fishcakes, which are brimming with bits of onions, carrots and water chestnuts. (No English spoken or English menu.)
Tsukishima 1-18-10. Open 5:30-10:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays, Mondays.
Oshio (Okonomiyaki). 3532-9000
Located in the middle of Tsukushima's bustling monjayaki district, Oshio is a comfortable place to try out this local Tokyo version of okonomiyaki. The large menu includes dozens of variations such as spinach-tomato, spicy Chinese tofu, and mentaiko (cod roe) with cheese, as well as teppanyaki-grilled salmon and scallops. Monjayaki is Y1000-1300.
SunTsukishima 1-21-5. Open noon-10pm (LO) daily.
Alice Collection (Miscellaneous). 5144-8208
A deluxe shopping-mall food court run by Queen Alice, with everything from Vietnamese noodles to tempura.
SunHarumi 1-8-16, Triton Square 1F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Erawan (Thai). 5144-8251
Buffet lunch is Y1000 per person.
SunHarumi 1-8-16, Triton Square 3F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.
Torishige (Yakitori). 5144-8240
All sorts of chicken on skewers, plus sake and beer.
SunHarumi 1-8-16, Triton Square 3F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Ume no Hana (Tofu). 5144-8235
Tofu and yuba specialities, with fresh tofu made right at your table. [See branch review]
SunHarumi 1-8-16, Triton Square 3F. Open 11am-3, 5-9pm (LO) daily.
Bombay Cafe (Indian). 5144-8256
Reliable Indian curries from the Maharajah group, and occasional live music performances. Lunch served till 4pm.
SunHarumi 1-8-8, West Office Tower 2F. Open 11am-11pm daily.

Toyosu

Belg Aube (Belgian rest/beer bar). 6910-1275
An indoor/outdoor cafe with a nice choice of Belgian beers and enticing food like Iberico ham, duck confit, and of course mussels. In the afternoons they serve chocolate fondue and waffles.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Gabu Rib (American). 6910-1267
In the daytime you can get take-out spareribs - either barbecue or lemon flavored - and at night it turns into a tapas bar with wine by the glass.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Hanohano Kitchen (Hawaiian). 6910-1268
This fast-food style outdoor cafe serves a great Hawaiian oxtail soup, spiced up with plenty of ginger and cilantro.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 10am-10pm daily.
Les Deux Bleue (Cafe). 3536-8326
Bring your canine companion and choose from a large doggy menu, including cheese pizza, chicken-breast jerky, tofu burgers and cake. For after-dinner exercise there's a big, fenced-in dog run right outside the cafe.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Ya Kun Kaya Toast (Singaporean). 6910-1271
This branch of the famous Singaporean cafe specializes in toast - both regular and French; they also serve coffee with condensed milk.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 1F. Open 10am-9pm daily.
Bubba Gump Shrimp (Seafood). 6910-1442
A lively theme restaurant serving many entertaining shrimp dishes, baby-back ribs and brightly colored cocktails.
SunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 3F. Open 11am-11pm daily.
Villa Surabaya (Indonesian). 6910-1431
With soothing gamelan music in the background, this beautifully decorated dining room is a relaxing place to sample the large Indonesian menu, which includes a pleasantly spicy gado gado.
decorSunToyosu 2-4-9, LaLaport Toyosu 3F. Open 11am-11pm daily.

Tennozu Isle

La Verde (Italian). 5460-8889
High-quality budget Italian, nice-size portions and a good wine selection.
SunHigashi-Shinagawa 2-3-10, Seafort Square 1F. Open 11:30am-10pm (LO) daily.
Maguroyasan (Izakaya). 5462-2061
Budget-friendly sashimi and tuna dishes.
SunHigashi-Shinagawa 2-2-20, Tennoz-Yusen Bldg. 1F. Open 11:30am-10:30pm daily.
Cho-Ichi (Japanese). 5460-5420
Seasonal Japanese food and regional sake.
decorHigashi-Shinagawa 2-2-20, Tennoz-Yusen Bldg. 2F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10pm. Closed weekends.
Kodawariyama (Yakitori). 5769-0788
Inexpensive yakitori and microbrew beers from Gotemba Kogen.
Higashi-Shinagawa 2-2-20, Tennoz-Yusen Bldg. 2F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10:30pm.
Enotria Diana (Cafe). 5769-0910
A very casual Italian cafe where you can find wines by the glass (from Y500) along with simple fare like salamis, grilled chicken and organic vegetable salads.
SunHigashi-Shinagawa 2-2-4, Tennoz First Tower 1F. Open 11:30am-10pm (LO) daily.
!T.Y. Harbor Brewery (Brewpub). 5479-4555
Exciting, well-centered modern American cuisine - drawing on European and middle Eastern and Asian influences - from this bayside brewpub. The wine list is fantastic, with good values at every price level. [See FULL REVIEW.]
decorSunHigashi-Shinagawa 2-1-3, Bond Street. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.

Maihama

Alan Wong's Hawaii (International). 047-305-5630
Refined fusion cuisine from one of Hawaii's top chefs. Lunch from Y3500, dinner from Y6500.
SunMaihama 1-4, Ikspiari 1F. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.
See area restaurant map.
Updated 2008/07/01