A must for beer lovers, Bashamichi Taproom is one of several outlets for Baird Beer, a small brewery dedicated to making flavorsome beers using traditional malted barley, whole flower hops and soft Numazu water. The three-story Taproom has a long bar on the ground floor, a large room with bar and table seating on the second floor and a rooftop beer garden. The range of beers on tap include brown ale, pale ale, IPAs, a lager, a stout, and amber ale, as well as seasonal choices and a guest ale. The food menu offers authentic American style BBQ with beef, pork and chicken. There is also pizza, salad, macaroni cheese and Texas chili. A big-screen TV and regular music events help to create an inviting atmosphere. -AH
Boasting over 1,000 types of beers, even the pickiest of hops and barley aficionados can find a beer to their liking here. If you have never had an African or Indian beer or would like your friends to learn about your favorites, Billy Barew Ebisu is the place to be. Parties and events can be hosted. For such a range, be prepared to pay some premium prices but it is a worthwhile experience for those who cannot get out of the country enough to enjoy the pleasures of global brews.
The Hub is a British pub, serving craft beer and food. The ambiance is as rustic as a pub in England could be, and there's a wide range of beer, whiskey, wine and cocktails, along with some English recipes of meat tenderloin and seafood. The vibe of the place is lively and service is efficient. You could also have your parties organized in there. The Hub is a great place to hang out for some drinks after work, and on weekends.
Chef Joel Robuchon's name is synonymous with fine French cuisine, making his restaurants some of the most famous in the world. Needless to say, dining at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon is a very special experience. Instead of the setup of a traditional restaurant, with tables evenly spread out, most of the diners at this unique venue are seated at a large bar that surrounds the open kitchen. The food is contemporary French and can rightly said to be both very delicious and very expensive. Along with prix fixe lunch and dinner menus, the restaurant offers a tasting menu, a discovery menu and a la carte menu. Reservations are highly recommended as it is a popular place among gastronomes.
Head to Goodbeer Faucets if you are looking for a good time in Tokyo. This bar is known for offering an extensive list of beverages without digging a hole in your pocket. Goodbeer Faucets boasts of featuring over 40 different local and international craft brews. Choose from the popular favorites like Cream Ale, GBF Yuzy Dream and others to accompany you on an evening here. In case you feel hungry, you can munch on scrumptious small-plate delights offered here. The food menu changes regularly and features the season's specialties. The interiors of Goodbeer Faucets have a cozy seating arrangement and a friendly ambiance making it just the right spot to catch up with your buddies.
The Full Monty is a small, friendly pub serving real ale and British food. There are specialty beers on tap, though you can also get bottled beers, whisky, bourbon, wine and cocktails at the bar. The food menu has a variety of pies and quiches which change regularly, and other pub favorites such as fish and chips. You can even get The Full Monty, an English breakfast of sausage, bacon, eggs, beans and tomato. Inside there are barrel tables and bar seating, while outside there are more tables and plenty of standing room. The pub overlooks the canal, which is very pretty when the cherry blossoms are in bloom in the spring. A large flat-screen television shows major sports games when available, and British movies the rest of the time. -AH
For those who cannot do without their daily bout of Scotch, Helmsdale brings Scottish whiskey to town. Here one can find locals and tourists bonding over the fine drink as they while away the evening. Moderately priced, the venue is tastefully decorated in Scottish tones, giving the feel of a real Scottish pub. TV screens showcase the latest game which is avidly watched by patrons. The bar is mostly crowded at all times of the day.
This self-styled Grand Maison has a beautiful setting in which you can enjoy classic French cuisine. The restaurant is adorned with paintings and sculptures by the likes of Goya, Kandinsky, and Rodin - and all are genuine pieces. The restaurant, uniquely, doubles as an art gallery and is surrounded by the works of masters, which only heightens a diner's anticipation for the food. And it doesn't disappoint - it is rich, redolent of truffles and butter. There is an excellent cheese selection, as well as an, intimidatingly vast wine cellar; the restaurant carries vintages of Chateau Petrus but more affordable choices are available.
Chef Joel Robuchon's name is synonymous with fine French cuisine, making his restaurants some of the most famous in the world. Needless to say, dining at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon is a very special experience. Instead of the setup of a traditional restaurant, with tables evenly spread out, most of the diners at this unique venue are seated at a large bar that surrounds the open kitchen. The food is contemporary French and can rightly said to be both very delicious and very expensive. Along with prix fixe lunch and dinner menus, the restaurant offers a tasting menu, a discovery menu and a la carte menu. Reservations are highly recommended as it is a popular place among gastronomes.
A must for beer lovers, Bashamichi Taproom is one of several outlets for Baird Beer, a small brewery dedicated to making flavorsome beers using traditional malted barley, whole flower hops and soft Numazu water. The three-story Taproom has a long bar on the ground floor, a large room with bar and table seating on the second floor and a rooftop beer garden. The range of beers on tap include brown ale, pale ale, IPAs, a lager, a stout, and amber ale, as well as seasonal choices and a guest ale. The food menu offers authentic American style BBQ with beef, pork and chicken. There is also pizza, salad, macaroni cheese and Texas chili. A big-screen TV and regular music events help to create an inviting atmosphere. -AH
Head to Goodbeer Faucets if you are looking for a good time in Tokyo. This bar is known for offering an extensive list of beverages without digging a hole in your pocket. Goodbeer Faucets boasts of featuring over 40 different local and international craft brews. Choose from the popular favorites like Cream Ale, GBF Yuzy Dream and others to accompany you on an evening here. In case you feel hungry, you can munch on scrumptious small-plate delights offered here. The food menu changes regularly and features the season's specialties. The interiors of Goodbeer Faucets have a cozy seating arrangement and a friendly ambiance making it just the right spot to catch up with your buddies.
Just as the name suggests, Beer Saurus is the go to place in Ikebukuro if you want to try out different types of beer. With great happy hours during which time the beer prices are halved, you can try out a number of their varied selection of beer which includes international selections numbering up to 100. Zippy cocktails and champagne are also available to sip on. Along with drinks, the place also serves a number of delectable sharing plates of food. The cuisine is a clever mix of American and Japanese wherein American classics are taken and given a Japanese spin. Artfully scattered memorabilia and dim lighting gives the place a cozy vibe making it the perfect place to grab an after-work drink with friends or party late into the night.