L'Effervescence is a wonderful restaurant by chef Shinobu Namae. The chef takes diners through a delightful gastronomic journey with his skillful creations in the kitchen. The twist is not only a blend of Japanese ingredients with French techniques but also the dramatic presentation of every dish. This establishment has a feel of exclusivity is not only in its location, which is a bit difficult to find, but even in its publicity. It is just the word-of-mouth praise of its patrons that has created a stir on the culinary map of Tokyo. Truly a memorable dining experience that will remain etched in your mind for a long time.
Le Bretagne is a popular chain of coffee and crepe houses; the one near Omotesando Station, known as the Breizh Cafe, is bright and modern and cheery, a perfect atmosphere in which to enjoy a coffee and a crepe filled with salt butter caramel. The crepes are either made from wheat flour or the traditional Brittany buckwheat; the latter having a chewier texture, familiar to the Japanese through soba noodles. The chef often invites crepe masters to Tokyo, such is his dedication to the craft. A tasty, unpretentious slice of countryside France in the middle of Tokyo.
Cha-Cha No Ma is a beautifully simple Japanese tea-house, with an expert at the helm. Yoshi Watada, after experiencing the benefits of drinking lots of green tea, dedicated his life to tea studies and Cha-Cha No Ma is the result of his life's obsession. There is an impressive range of tea available - around forty varieties. And there is an imaginative, health-centered menu in the tearoom, where you can try the ten-vegetable miso soup, or maybe a refreshing scoop of matcha ice-cream.
Taiyaki Hiiragi is the place to be for a bite of the traditional Japanese dessert. This cozy little food-stand, doesn't disappoint with its delectable varieties of the distinct fish-shaped cake. Tickle your taste-buds and bring out your inner child with these little sweet treats. Freshly made on-site, the sweetened azuki beans and redbean filled cakes never fail to leave a lasting impression.
Il suffit de quelques pas à l'intérieur pour réaliser pourquoi la revue Hotel le considère comme « un des dix meilleurs hôtels du monde ». Situé au 52e étage de la Tour Parc Shinjuku, avec ses fenêtres allant du plancher au plafond, il offre des vues spectaculaires du centre-ville de Tokyo. Les peintures italiennes massives, les plafonds cintrés et les chaises en cuir ajoutent au charme. Pour ne pas être surpassée, la cuisine sert un menu continental spectaculaire avec des plats tels que le steak tartare, le veau grillé scallopini et l'abondance d'options de fruits de mer. La carte des vins présente exclusivement des vins de Californie.
An array of continental and oriental fare adorns the buffet in this popular Shinjuku gathering place. Recently, a dessert buffet has been added. Decorated with enormous Japanese vases, the cozy clusters of tables and banquettes make the large room inviting. The many dishes include smoked salmon, duck terrine, shrimps and mini scallops, fish medallions with lemon and capers, and for dessert an ice cream station with fruit cocktail.
This cafe, housed in a beautiful traditional wood-paneled building, is a wonderful place to escape to and enjoy some matcha. Sit on tatami mats and look out at the Japanese garden - particularly beautiful in the fall when the maples tree leaves change color. Or try some of their interesting desserts; anmitsu is a local favorite, a bowl of jelly, fruit and red bean paste, best enjoyed on warm days. Koso-an also functions as a gallery as the tea-house's founder is a traditional doll-maker. You can see his dolls, made from crepe or vintage fabrics, displayed around the cafe.
Jiyugaoka is home to many of Tokyo's most prominent patisseries and even in this competitive neighborhood, Paris S'Eveille stands out. A must-try is the gateau Saint-Honore, a puff-pastry base upon which sit four choux pastries, glazed with caramel and topped with a hazelnut flavored caramel cream. Nearly all the confections in Paris S'Eveille are as decadent and moreish, and its continuing popularity with discerning locals merely lends credence to its impressive credentials.