Tokyo Food Page Restaurant Listings

Ginza 1-4 chome (north of Harumi-dori)

Gompachi (Japanese). 5524-3641

Simple, well-prepared Japanese standards, including grilled chicken, in a lively atmosphere. [feedback]

Ginza 1-2-3. (under the highway, across from Seiyo Hotel) Open 11:30am-3am (LO) daily.

La Boheme (G-Zone) (Italian). 5524-3616

Inexpensive pastas, cheap Italian wines, late-night hours. [feedback]

Ginza 1-2-3. (under the highway, across from Seiyo Hotel) Open 11:30am-3am (LO) daily.

Zest (Tex-Mex). 5524-3621

Good solid food from the Tex side of the Tex-Mex border, with colorful frozen and non-frozen margaritas. [feedback]

Ginza 1-2-3. (under the highway, across from Seiyo Hotel) Open 11:30-3am (LO) daily.

Saigon (Ginza-ten) (Vietnamese). 3561-5048

A branch of Ginza's most popular Vietnamese chain, with a big, inexpensive Vietnamese-Chinese menu. [feedback]

Ginza 1-3-13. Open 10am-3, 5-10:30pm (weekends lunch only). Open every day.

Washita (Retail). 3535-6991

Tropical fruits and vegetables and other Okinawan foodstuffs in a sprawling two-story market. Plus more kinds of Spam than you can shake a stick at. [feedback]

Ginza 1-3-9. Open 10:30am-7:30pm daily.

Kitcho (Kaiseki). 3535-1177

This famous kaiseki restaurant with a century-old history and rather austere dining areas is often ranked the best Japanese restaurant in Tokyo. Prix-fixe lunch is Y8400-21,000; dinner is Y26,250-47,250 (plus service charge). Reservations are required. The main branch is Ginza 8-chome has a much nicer setting, but they don't take reservations without an introduction. [feedback]

Ginza 1-11-2, Hotel Seiyo Ginza B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-8:30pm (LO) daily.

Yachiyo (Sushi). 3567-8488

Mid-level sushi from a Yotsuya-based chain. [feedback]

Ginza 1-13-5. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Isola Blu (Italian). 5524-2520

Pizza from custom-made wood-burning ovens, from this upscale chain of Italian eateries. [feedback]

Ginza 1-13-8. (Ginza 1-chome station exit 10) Open 11:30am-3, 5-11:30pm (LO) daily.

Brasserie Paul Bocuse Ginza (French). 5159-0321

The third Tokyo restaurant from Lyon-based celeb-chef Paul Bocuse offers prix-fixe dinners from Y5500-9500. Wines are Y5000-250,000, with less scarily priced options by the glass or carafe. The impressively large dining room has a curved wall of windows overlooking Ginza to the south. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 10F. Open 11am-2:30, 5:30-9pm (LO) daily.

Da Peppino (Italian). 5524-5033

A cheap and cheerful Italian spot with friendly service. The menu focuses on pastas and appetizers, with just a handful of grilled seafood and meat main dishes. The Italian wine list is very reasonable, starting at Y3000. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 10F. Open 11am-3, 5-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Jim Thompson's Table (Thai). 5524-1610

Upscale, sophisticated Thai cuisine in a fun, brightly colored setting. Budget around Y4500 for dinner, or Y1800 for the 20-item buffet lunch. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 10F. Open 11am-2, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.

Miravile Impakt (Cafe). 5524-0417

This outpost of the popular Miravile restaurant in Komaba specializes in desserts - with an Y1890 three-course menu (starter dessert with tea, main platter of two desserts with tea, final dessert plus tea or coffee) and a Y2980 version that includes drinks. The decor is elegant and casual - boldly colored graphics on the walls, burnt-orange stools at a wide counter plus a few small tables along the wall. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 10F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

China White (Chinese). 5524-7611

This beautifully decorated "Canton Chinese Brasserie" offers a big dim sum and dessert selection during tea time (2:30-5pm), and reasonably priced noodles, appetizers and stir-fry dishes in the evenings. It's part of the Bangkok-based Coca group of Thai sukiyaki restaurants. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Ifuu (Korean). 3562-8671

Accessible Korean cuisine from the Chanto restaurant group, with spicy grilled specialties like dakkalbi (spicy chicken; Y1800), bulgogi (spicy beef; Y2000/Y3500), and a 10-item set menu for Y3500. Lunch is served until 4pm. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-4, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Raffles Terrace (Singaporean). 3563-0151

Raffles is a good place to sample some of Singapore's favorite national dishes - Hainan chicken rice, laksa noodle soup, fish head curry, chili crab, fried carrot cake, roti prata, rojak and many more. The decor is cafe-style Colonial-era retro - white marble tables, dark brown wooden chairs, and a two-meter-high white lion guarding the entrance. Prix-fixe dinners are Y3800-6500 (plus many a la carte options); lunch is Y1200-1400. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Vietnam Alice (Vietnamese). 5250-0801

Refined Vietnamese classics from the chef behind the upscale Queen Alice restaurants. Try the desserts recommended by their "vegetable sommelier"! Budget around Y4000 for dinner. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 11F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho (Unagi). 5159-0231

This first Tokyo branch of a famous Nagoya shop prepares eel that's grilled over bincho charcoal and served with their own special Nagoya-style tamari sauce. Lunch and dinner sets are Y1900-3800; there are also other eel and side dish options and a better-than-average sake selection. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-14, Marronnier Gate 12F. Open 11am-3, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Yukun Sakagura (Kyushu). 3561-6672

Simple, country-style food from Kyushu - dishes like lotus root stuffed with mustard, fish balls, oden and raw horsemeat. Lunch from Y800. [feedback]

Ginza 2-2-18. Open 11:30am-1:30pm, 5-10pm. Closed Sun., 1st & 3rd Sat.

Umenohana (Tofu). 3538-2226

One of the fancier branches of this reliable tofu and yuba restaurant, convenient for Ginza shoppers. [feedback]

Ginza 2-3-6, 5F. Open 11am-3, 5-9pm (LO) daily.

Dazzle (International). 5159-0991

The immodestly named Dazzle is one of Tokyo's flashiest restaurants, with futuristic lighting and a theatrical entrance - the elevator deposits you in the middle of the kitchen, after which you take a second ride to the glitzy dining room. The food is entertainingly fusionesque, and is accompanied by wines from France, Italy, Spain, Australia, America and Japan, starting in the Y5000 range. Budget around Y6,000-9,000 per person before drinks. [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-12, Mikimoto Ginza 2, 8/9F. Open 5:30-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Bar Del Sole Due (Cafe). 5159-2020

This picturesque little Italian-style cafe-bar is worth noting for their late-night hours (till 2am Monday-Saturday); stop by for coffee, a glass of wine or a light Italian snack. [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-6, Ginza Velvia-kan 1F. Open 11am-11pm (LO) daily.

Ahill (Teppanyaki). 3562-8080

A branch of the famous "French teppanyaki" restaurant in Nishi-Azabu, specializing in domestic-beef steaks and other grilled meats along with an original curry-rice after your main course. Prix-fixe menus start at Y2000 for lunch and Y6000 at dinnertime. [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-6, Ginza Velvia-kan 8F. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.

Arossa (New Zealand). 5524-1146

This New Zealand wine bar and restaurant is a branch of the popular Australian wine bar in Shibuya. The cellar offers more than 200 different New Zealand wines, and the kitchen focuses on grilled grass-fed lamb and beef as well as traditional Maori "hangi" dishes. Lunch from Y1000, prix-fixe dinner Y5000, plus a la carte. [See branch review] [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-6, Ginza Velvia-kan 8F. Open 11am-2:30, 6pm-1am (LO) daily.

Casa Camaron (Spanish). 5159-7778

This cheerful little Spanish kitchen specializes in "olla" (hearty Spanish stews; Y4200 for two persons) as well as tapas, paellas and grilled meats and fish. There's a wide range of Spanish wines and sherries starting at Y3800 a bottle. [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-6, Ginza Velvia-kan 8F. Open 11:30am-2, 6-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Iconic (International). 3562-7500

Style-conscious "modern European" Ginza dining from Terrence Conran's second Tokyo restaurant; prix-fixe lunch from Y2500, dinner from Y8400. [feedback]

Ginza 2-4-6, Ginza Velvia-kan 9F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 6-10pm (LO; 9pm Sundays). Open every day.

Aromassimo (Cheese shop). 3535-4747

A well-stocked cheese shop, although they're not particularly cheap. [feedback]

Ginza 2-5-18. Open noon-8pm (7pm Sun.). Open every day.

Aux Amis des Vins (Wine bar). 3567-4120

The small, bistro-style ground-floor dining room serves a Y4,800 prix fixe dinner until 10pm (last order). There's also a second-floor wine bar with an a la carte snack menu available till 2am. Saturday lunch starts at Y1800. [feedback]

Ginza 2-5-6. Open 5:30pm-2am (noon-midnight Sat.). Closed Sundays.

Chanto (Izakaya). 5159-0101

A sister restaurant of Ken's Chanto Dining, with more straight-ahead izakaya service. [feedback]

Ginza 2-6-16, B1F. Open 5pm-midnight (LO) daily.

Hina (Ginza 2-chome) (Sushi). 3562-0351

All-you-can-eat sushi for Y4,300; sushi plus sashimi platter Y4,800. Lunch starts at Y950. [feedback]

Ginza 2-6-5, 2F. (two doors to the right of Meijiya) Open 11:30am-2:30, 5-11pm daily.

La Verde Tradizione (Italian). 5250-3230

High-quality budget Italian, nice-size portions and a good wine selection at this flagship restaurant of the La Verde chain. [feedback]

Ginza 2-6-7, Meidi-ya Bldg B1F. Open 11:30am-10pm (LO) daily.

Ginza Lobby (Japanese). 3538-5322

Traditional Japanese dining from the Osaka-based Zetton group. The basement Shiokara bar is open till 5am, and serves a startlingly large variety of its namesake food, shiokara. [See branch review] [feedback]

Ginza 2-7-7. (next to the back door of Itoh-ya.) Open 5pm-3am. Closed Sundays.

Yamamoto (Vietnamese). 3561-6517

Vietnamese noodles. [feedback]

Ginza 2-7-7. Open 11am-8pm (-3pm Sat.). Closed Sundays.

Favori (Belgian rest/beer bar). 6226-6117

The 100-odd different beers in their serve-yourself refrigerator include several previously hard-to-find varieties. Mussels and other Belgian treats are on the food menu, and they're even open on Sundays. [feedback]

Ginza 2-10-5. Open 5:30pm-2am. Closed Sundays.

Bulldog (Beer bar). 3564-0996

Although it looks like an ordinary after-work salaryman hangout, Bulldog offers a nice selection of ten beers on tap, including three "guest taps" for local microbrews. US microbrews are also available (by the bottle). There's a wide assortment of bar snacks to go with your beer. [feedback]

Ginza 3-1, Ginza INZ #1, 2F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-11:15pm daily.

Siam, The (Thai). 3563-3106

Standard-issue Thai curries in a convenient location. [feedback]

Ginza 3-1, Ginza INZ #1, 2F. Open 11:30am-10pm daily.

Tsuki no Shizuku (Izakaya). 5159-0250

Drinks and good tofu, pork and chicken dishes in an imaginatively rustic setting. Most of the seating is in tiny semi-private rooms walled off by bamboo screens. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ginza 3-1, Ginza Inz B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 4-11pm daily.

El Chateo (Spanish). 3535-7033

Tapas, paellas, wines, and full-course meals with casual, bistro-style service. [feedback]

Ginza 3-2-12, 1/2F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Argento Aso (Italian). 5524-1270

Upscale Italian cooking from the Hiramatsu group, with prix-fixe lunches 5000-8500 and dinners Y10,000-18,000. The cellar has 150 bottles of Italian and French wines, ranging Y6,000-18,000. [feedback]

Ginza 3-3-1, Zoe Ginza 8F. Open 11:30am-1:30, 6-9pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

My Humble House (Singaporean). 5524-6166

Fancy Chinese-style Singaporean cuisine in a huge, elaborately decorated "supper club" style space that also showcases live music. This is the first Japan venture of Singapore celeb chef Sam Leong. Prix-fixe menus are Y4000-6000, plus Y3000 for an open bar; there are also plenty of a la carte choices. [feedback]

Ginza 3-3-1, Zoe Ginza B1F. Open 6pm-2am daily.

Cafe Ohana (Cafe). 3567-4388

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Ginza 3-3-12, Ginza Bldg 4F. Open 11:30am-10pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

Rengatei (Yoshoku). 3561-3882

It's a trip back through time - this Ginza fixture (it opened in 1895) invented the strange Westernized dishes hayashi rice and omu-rice (rice omelette), and they still serve them the same way. Budget Y1500 for lunch or dinner. Guinness Stout is served, and it's a good match for the food. [feedback]

Ginza 3-5-16. Open 11:15am-2:15, 4:40-8:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Beige (Expensive French). 5159-5500

Master chef Alain Ducasse's joint venture with Chanel provides excellent modern French cuisine in a lovely setting. The food isn't quite as spectacular as the prices though - mains average Y8000-9000, with prix-fixe dinner menus from Y17,000. Lunches start at Y6000 (for a three-course vegetarian menu), and there are a few wines under Y10,000. There's also a popular afternoon tea set (Y2600) served from 2:30-4pm. [feedback]

Ginza 3-5-3, Chanel Building 10F. Open 11:30-2:30, 2:30-4 (tea), 6-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Kihachi China (Chinese). 5524-0761

Good, modern Chinese cooking, with elegant dining rooms spread over three floors. Prix-fixe lunches from Y2940; dinners from Y6300. [feedback]

Ginza 3-7-1. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Ten-ichi Deux (Tempura). 3566-4188

A smaller branch of the famous Ten-Ichi, known for serving some of the best tempura in town. The dinnertime menu starts at around Y3,000. [feedback]

Ginza 4-1, Nishi-Ginza Dept. Store 1F. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Hina (Ginza 4-chome) (Sushi). 3566-4077

The Hina chain is known for their good-quality, all-you-can-eat sushi meals, starting at around Y4200 per person. [feedback]

Ginza 4-1, Nishi-Ginza Dept. Store 2F. (near Sukiyabashi crossing) Open 11:30am-10:30pm daily.

Buono Buono (Italian). 3566-4031

Competent Italian cooking without any surprises. [feedback]

Ginza 4-1-2, Nishi Ginza Dept. 2F. Open 11:30am-11pm (LO) daily.

Birdland (Yakitori). 5250-1081

Even before their move from the wilds of Asagaya, many yakitori connoisseurs considered Birdland to be THE standard for grilled chicken in Tokyo. The Y6000 prix-fixe menu includes multiple skewers followed by oyakodon (chicken and egg over rice). There's also a surprisingly good wine list, selected to go with the yakitori. Only same-day reservations are accepted (from noon). [feedback]

Ginza 4-2-15, Tsukamoto Sozan Building B1F. Open 5-9pm (LO). Closed Sundays, Mondays.

Vin Picoeur (Japanese). 3567-4122

"French barbecue" is the specialty here - basically kushiyaki with French names. Charcoal-grilled pork and chicken parts on skewers are served alongside excellent pate, foie gras, and pot-au-feu (amusingly described as French oden). The respectable in-house French wine list is supplemented by the book-size menu from sister restaurant Aux Amis des Vins just around the corner. Wine prices range from budget-friendly to stratospheric, and the multi-course set dinners (Y2800/Y4000) are a good deal. Seating is at the counter, with one small table in the back. [feedback]

Ginza 4-3-4. Open 6pm-midnight. Closed Sundays.

L'Ecrin (Expensive French). 3561-9706

A nice place to go when you're in the mood for a Y2,300 bowl of soup. Dinner from Y13,000, lunch around Y5,000. [feedback]

Ginza 4-5-5. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-10pm. Closed Sundays.

Granata (Italian). 3535-6334

Excellent cooking from this veteran Italian restaurant - their lunches (starting at Y2,000) are an especially good value. [feedback]

Ginza 4-6-1. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Zakuro (Japanese). 3535-4421

Shabu-shabu and traditional Japanese meals; a good introduction to Japanese food for visitors from abroad. (Also a good introduction to Tokyo prices -- dinner starts at around Y5,000 before drinks.) [feedback]

Ginza 4-6-1. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Tokaj (Hungarian). 3567-8900

This stylish Ginza dining room offers fine Hungarian cuisine and a good selection of Hungarian wines; full-course dinners from Y5000, and lunch from Y1000. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ginza 4-6-18, Ginza Acto Bldg 9F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 6-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Denpachi (Japanese). 3562-3957

Sardines are the specialty here but there's plenty more on the menu as well: a full selection of beef tongue dishes along with original creations like spicy sauteed zucchini and an eye-opening Okinawan-style stir-fried soba with mentaiko and kim chee. [feedback]

Ginza 4-8-7. Open 4:30-10:25pm (LO) daily.

Higashi Ginza/Tsukiji

Hachinoya (Curry). 3547-0810

The original Hachinoya opened in Kyushu in 1951, and moved to Ginza only a few years ago. Tasty beef, chicken and vegetable curries and hayashi rice are Y700 each, and there's a mega-large option for Y1600 that's 2.5 times ordinary size. For variety there's a crab croquette topping (Y250), Chinese pork bun with Pu-erh tea (Y550), and chocolate curry (Y980). The attractive counter-only basement shop is non-smoking. [feedback]

Ginza 4-12-7, B1F. Open 11am-8:30pm (LO) daily.

Miyagawa Honten (Unagi). 3541-1292

This long-established unagi specialist (since 1894) serves excellent eel in a thick, somewhat spicy sauce. Prices are very reasonable: unaju (eel over rice) from Y1785, full-course menus from Y3675. They also have a branch in Matsuya Department Store in Ginza (03-3567-1378). [feedback]

Tsukiji 1-4-6. Open 11:30am-2, 5-8:30pm (LO) daily.

Aubergine (Curry). 3544-2788

Good European-style Japanese curries, prepared with a rich, onion-based roux that's been stewed for two days. Prices range from Y1260-1575, and take-out and delivery are available. [feedback]

Tsukiji 2-14-4. Open 11am-3, 5-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Zanmai Sushi (Sushi). 3541-1117

Fresh fish, cheap prices, convenient hours. [feedback]

Tsukiji 4-11-9. Open 24 hours a day.

Sushi Sei (Sushi). 3541-7720

The small, main branch of a famous sushi-shop chain, actually located inside the market (in the outer section) and boasting the freshest fish selection. [feedback]

Tsukiji 4-13-9. Open 8am-1pm, 5-8pm. Closed Sundays, holidays.

Edogin (Sushi). 3543-4401

A huge, well-established sushi emporium offering good value for money. [feedback]

Tsukiji 4-5-1. Open 11am-9:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Zetton (Japanese). 5148-3600

Late-night drinks and pan-Asian fun food from the Nagoya-based Zetton group. [See branch review] [feedback]

Ginza 5-14-15. Open 11:30am-2, 5-11:30 (bar to 4am) daily.

Mother Leaf (Tea shop). 3545-1631

Mother Leaf brews aromatic teas from five varieties of Sri Lankan tea leaves in a peaceful, smoke-free atmosphere. [feedback]

Ginza 5-14-5. Open 11am-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Ginza 5-8 chome (south of Harumi-dori)

Tinun (Thai). 3569-0365

Thai ramen and Isan-style barbecue dishes. [feedback]

Ginza 5-1, Ginza 5, B1F. Open 11am-10pm (LO) daily.

Andersen (Sandwiches/deli). 3575-2231

Excellent sandwiches, made to order. [feedback]

Ginza 5-2-1, Sukiyabashi Hankyu Dept. Store, B1F. Open 10:30am-9pm. Closed some Tuesdays.

Sabatini di Firenze (Expensive Italian). 3573-0013

In spite of their best efforts, they're still only the second-most-expensive restaurant in the Sony Building. Food and service are consistently good, however. Lunch Y3,800-7,500, dinner Y10,000-15,000. [feedback]

Ginza 5-3-1, Sony Bldg. 7F. Open noon-3, 5:30-11pm daily.

Maxim's de Paris (Expensive French). 0120-55-6291

One of the few Tokyo restaurants to offer Y20,000 dinners AND a convenient direct entrance from the subway station. (Lunches start at Y6,000.) [feedback]

Ginza 5-3-1, Sony Bldg. B3F. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-9pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Ketel (German). 3571-4642

Full-course dinners Y6,000 and 8,000; main courses Y3,000-4,000; and a nice assortment of German beers. [feedback]

Ginza 5-5-14. Open 5-10:15pm (LO). Closed Mondays.

Kushinobo (honten) (Kushiage). 3571-7979

Assorted seafood and vegetable delicacies on skewers. [feedback]

Ginza 5-5-8, Tokai Bldg. 3F. Open 5-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Mariage Freres (Tea shop). 3572-1854

With 450 varieties of world teas from 32 countries, Mariage Freres in Ginza offers the tea aficionado a rare combination of elegance, atmosphere and quality. Only the "finest harvests" are offered to complement an excellent selection of light meals and sinful desserts. Non-smoking. [feedback]

Ginza 5-6-6. Open noon-8pm.

Gandhara (Pakistani). 3574-9289

Serving Ginza-area diners since 1981, this Pakistani Halal restaurant offers a wide choice of curries and grilled dishes at modest prices (around Y2500 at dinnertime). [feedback]

Ginza 5-8-13, Ginza Five Star Bldg 4F. Open 11am-3, 5-10pm daily.

Rasa (Malaysian). 3289-1668

You can sample a wide selection of authentic Malaysian, Chinese-Malay and Singaporean dishes, including Chinese steamboat (a Hainanese version of shabu-shabu with lots of different seafood and meats). Seating is at small noodle-shop tables, but the decor is pleasant and modern. Budget around Y3500 at dinnertime. [feedback]

Ginza 5-8-13, Ginza Five Star Bldg 8F. Open 11am-2:30, 5-10pm (LO) daily.

Siam, The (Thai). 3572-4101

There's a cheap luncheon buffet, so come early for the best selection. [feedback]

Ginza 5-8-17, World Town Bldg 8F. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-9:30pm(LO) daily.

Oshima (Japanese regional). 3574-8080

Nicely prepared kaga-ryori -- the seafood-based cuisine of Kanazawa, on the Sea of Japan coast. Lunch from Y1,800, dinner from Y2,800, and special Kaga kaiseki from Y6,500. [feedback]

Ginza 5-8-20, Ginza Core Bldg. 9F. Open 11am-9pm (LO) daily.

Waka (Chanko-nabe). 5568-4527

Chanko-nabe (the stuff that sumo wrestlers eat) and surprisingly modern side dishes (like Vietnamese spring rolls). The chanko is flavored with either miso, soy sauce or salt, and it comes with a bewildering assortment of optional toppings. Owned by famous wrestler Wakanohana. Budget around Y8000 at dinnertime. [See branch review] [feedback]

Ginza 5-9-5, Cheers Ginza 2F. Open 5pm-5am daily.

Sherry Club (Wine bar). 3572-2527

Choose from a wide assortment of sherries (well over 100), along with Spanish tapas. [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ginza 6-3-17, Yugen Bldg. 2/3F. Open 5:30-10pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Kyushu (Kyushu). 3572-9651

Kyushu specialty food, sake and shochu. The panful of mini-gyoza dumplings is one of their specialties, and worth trying out. (Slightly earlier hours on Saturdays.) [feedback]

Ginza 6-3-18. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Aux Bacchanales (Cafe). 3569-0202

This popular Tokyo French cafe-bakery serves light snacks all day (quiche, omelettes, salade nicoise), plus more substantial prix-fixe lunches until 3pm (Y1260). [feedback]

Ginza 6-3-2, Gallery Center Bldg 1F. Open 9am-11pm daily.

Sushiko Honten (Sushi). 3571-1968

Deluxe sushi for an appreciative international audience at this century-old shop. Budget around Y12,000 at lunch, Y15,000-20,000 at dinnertime. [feedback]

Ginza 6-3-8. Open 11:30am-9:45pm (LO) daily.

La Boheme (Italian). 3572-5005

Inexpensive pastas and Italian wines by the glass, with convenient late-night service. [feedback]

Ginza 6-4-1, Tokaido Ginza Bldg B1F. Open 11:30am-5am daily.

Fugetsudo (Tea shop). 3571-5000

Watch the beautiful people stroll by at Ginza's Fugetsudo while enjoying a big chunk of kasutera and okawari ocha for under Y600. Don't leave without visiting the wagashi counter. [feedback]

Ginza 6-6-1. Open 11am-9:30pm daily.

Ten-ichi (Tempura). 3571-1949

One of the world's best tempura shops, with prices to match. Lunch from Y7000, dinner from Y10,000. [feedback]

Ginza 6-6-5. Open 11:30am-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Torifuji (Wine bar). 3571-4391

An early pioneer of Tokyo wining adventure, Torifuji pairs wines with yakitori. While the grilled chicken is standard-issue and the basement setting unremarkable, the wine list is very impressive. The katakana-covered chalkboard includes ample representation from both the Old World (France, Italy) and the New (mostly Californian, plus a few hard-to-find Pinots from Oregon). [feedback]

Ginza 6-7-19. Open 5:30-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Katsuzen (Tonkatsu). 3289-8988

Gourmet tonkatsu-based cuisine is the unusual concept at "Tonkatsu Kappo Katsuzen." Lunch from Y2800, dinner from Y8500. [feedback]

Ginza 6-8-7, Kojun Bldg 4F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Cardenas (International). 5537-5011

After branching out into charcoal-grilled meats, Chinese fusion and seafood, Cardenas has gone back to their California-inspired roots with this high-rise branch, a welcome addition to late-night Ginza dining. [feedback]

Ginza 6-9-9, 7F. (across from Matsuzakaya) Open 11:30am-11pm (LO). Open every day.

Shark (Italian). 3569-7039

Excellent Tuscan food, at around Y5,000-8,000 per person. [feedback]

Ginza 6-12-2. Open 11:30am-2, 5:30-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Midori-zushi (Sushi). 5568-1212

High-quality sushi at remarkably reasonable prices, especially for this neighborhood. There's often a bit of a wait to be seated, though. [feedback]

Ginza 7-108, Ginza Korida-dori 1F. Open 11am-2, 5-9:30pm (LO) daily.

Sekitei (Kaiseki). 3542-2841

Deluxe kaiseki. Dinner for two in a private room starts at Y40,000. Kaiseki lunches start at Y5000. [feedback]

Ginza 7-13-8, B1F. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10pm. Closed Sundays.

Lime (Indonesian). 5537-1455

Well-executed Balinese fusion cuisine, with giant fish tanks as the backdrop (and a main source of lighting). Dishes range from the traditional (grilled chicken with peanut sauce) to the more experimental (nam-pla-flavored Caesar salad). [See FULL REVIEW.][feedback]

Ginza 7-2, Ginza Corridor 2F. Open 5pm-3am (LO; earlier weekends). Open every day.

Kira Kira (Indonesian). 3571-3455

An "Indonesian izakaya". [feedback]

Ginza 7-3-16. Open 6-10:30pm. Closed Sundays.

L'Osier (Expensive French). 3571-6050

World-class French cuisine from MOF master chef Jacques Borie in an elegant modern dining room. Highlights include the roast suckling lamb and the enormous cheese selection. Prix-fixe lunch from Y6200, dinner from Y16,000; a la carte mains Y6200-9800. Reserve well in advance. [feedback]

Ginza 7-5-5. Open noon-2:30, 6-9:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Darie (Romanian). 3573-3630

Authentic and homey Eastern European cooking from Tokyo's only Romanian restaurant. The Y3800 chef's special includes a three-part appetizer plate and three types of mains along with a few other courses; other dinners are Y2800-5800, while lunch starts at Y950. The small basement dining room is modest but cheery in an Old-World style. The Romanian wines mostly run Y4000/bottle, with several choices available by the glass or decanter. [feedback]

Ginza 7-8-5 B1F. Open 11:30am-3, 5-9:30pm (LO). Closed Sundays.

Matsugen Rin (Japanese). 5568-8989

Japanese cuisine in a pleasantly decorated modern setting, from an upscale soba shop. [feedback]

Ginza 7-8-7, Ginza Green, 4F. Open 11:30am-11pm daily.

Il Pinolo (Italian). 5537-0474

Very competent Italian cooking, good wines, and personable service in this downtown branch of the Il Pinolo in Kamiyacho. [feedback]

Ginza 7-8-7, Ginza Green, 9F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5:30-10pm (LO) daily.

Antwerp Six (Belgian rest/beer bar). 5568-0091

You'll find good Belgian food (including mussels and great frites), a nice selection of beers, and convenient late-night hours from this branch of the Belgian Beer Cafe chain (they also run Antwerp Central in Marunouchi). [See branch review] [feedback]

Ginza 8-2-1. Open 11:30am-4am daily.

Mizutani (Sushi). 3573-5258

This legendary sushi counter has just ten seats, so be sure to book your place well in advance (in Japanese, please). Lunchtime can be easier to book than dinnertime. Set menus start at Y16,000; cash only. [feedback]

Ginza 8-2-10, B1F. Open 11:30am-1:30, 5-9:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Tsukinokura Ginza (Izakaya). 5568-1831

Modern Japanese izakaya fare and New World wines in a stunning setting. The "Tsuki Aqua Lounge" bar area is open to 2am weeknights. [feedback]

Ginza 8-6-18, B1F. Open 5-10:30pm (LO) daily.

Mardi Gras (Mediterranean). 5568-0222

Some of the best cooking in this part of town - magnificent French, Italian, Middle Eastern dishes from the former chef of Grape Gumbo. There's also a very nice wine selection, and a small bar area up front. Around Y4000 plus drinks. [feedback]

Ginza 8-6-19, Nodaya Bldg. B1F. Open 6-11pm. Closed Sundays.

Aromassimo (Cheese shop). 3572-6650

A well-stocked cheese shop with three branches in Tokyo. [feedback]

Ginza 8-7-10. Open 1-9:30pm (Sat. 8pm). Closed Sundays.

Kyubei (Sushi). 3571-6523

Some of the finest sushi in the land, from the inventors of gunkan-maki (the wrap-around technique for fish roe and similar sushi). Lunches start at Y4000 for a nigiri set menu, or Y8000 for omakase. Dinners from Y10,000, with a Y30,000 kaiseki sushi course that's quite a spectacle. [feedback]

Ginza 8-7-6. Open 11:30am-2, 5-10pm. Closed Sundays.

Taruhei (Japanese regional). 3571-4310

Regional fare from Yamagata Prefecture in this tiny hole-in-the-wall drinking spot. A full meal averages around Y4,000, not including drinks. [feedback]

Ginza 8-7-9. Open 5-10:30pm. Closed Sundays.

Raj Mahal (Indian). 5568-8080

The weekend buffet lunch is recommended. [feedback]

Ginza 8-8-5, Taiyo Bldg. 4F. Open 11:30am-11pm daily.

Yosso (Kyushu). 3572-7686

Kakuni stewed pork, champon fried noodles, and other Chinese-influenced Nagasaki specialties make up the menu at this friendly and popular regional izakaya. [feedback]

Ginza 8-9-16, Nagasaki Center Bldg. B1F. Open 11:30am-2:30, 5-9pm daily.