Bahaus, housed in the Imperial Building, is the place to be for all the metal heads in the city. The extraordinary lineup of both local as well as touring rock and heavy metal bands performing at the vibrant spot is a crowd-puller. Visiting this live music bar is a must if downing drinks, enjoying live concerts and meeting new people is your idea of fun. Bahaus has been the prime rock venue in the city since 1981.
A trendy and upscale restaurant tucked away on a quiet street of Shibuya, Shinsen Kappo Sanoya offers a premium omakase experience to all those who venture in lured by the temptation of Japanese cuisine. Seating only about eight diners at one go, the establishment features a prix fixe menu dominated by the culinary delights of talented chef Masayuki Sano who whips up succulent umami-oriented delicacies to tantalize your taste-buds. Indulge in some Kappo-styled fine dining at the rustic counter comprised of comfortable seats and bamboo partitions. Each ingredient here is painstakingly prepped by the efficient staff in order to provide you with the ultimate taste of traditional Japanese food loaded with a plethora of flavors; the dishes can also be paired with sake to accentuate their taste. Sanoya favors a reservation system to ensure stellar service and scrumptious bites so make sure to book your seats well in advance.
A cozy and intimate spot located in the bustling Shinagawa City, Trattoria Della Lanterna Magica does indeed weave magic with its unassuming dishes that are nevertheless perfectly executed and loaded with explosive flavors. Pertaining to Italian cuisine, the menu is decked with an array of options like deep fried squid, cured meats, sauteed veal, an assortment of pastas and risottos dressed in delectable toppings, and homemade Italian sausage among others. The decor is subtle yet attractive, accentuating the calming aura of this establishment which serves as a great spot for both a dinner date and a family night out. You can also tag along with friends and relish some delightfully cooked meals and tasteful wines.
When it comes to serving some incredibly flavorsome and tantalizing beef, Kobe Beef Ikuta does it better than most. Featuring a chic ambiance and an interior adorned in subtle yet appealing decor, this establishment procures the freshest of Kobe beef and garnishes it with delicious toppings to tantalize your taste-buds. Pair these with your pick of the savory appetizers to accompany the succulent delicacy packed with explosive flavors. The menu is a smorgasbord of culinary delights, including the popular shabu-shabu which contains crunchy veggies and the highest quality meat. Choose from an extensive beverage list decked with a variety of options as you sink your teeth into food cooked to perfection.
A quaint spot tucked away on a corner of Ebisu in Tokyo, Ristorante Massa incorporates all the elegance and fashion of a high-end restaurant albeit at reasonable prices. Featuring a charming interior with sleek wooden floors and stylish decor, the establishment is spearheaded by Kaori Kobe while the kitchen is helmed by Yohei Yoshida. Whipping up enticing and tantalizing Italian dishes cooked to perfection, the restaurant has been acquiring quite the acclaim for its attention to detail. With a calm atmosphere and soothing ambiance, Massa is carving a niche for itself in the city's Italian dining scene with sumptuous food and tasteful wine.
The Ruby Room is a cocktail lounge featuring both DJ and live music. The interior is plush with red velvet couches, black stools, and a a shimmering bar. The room itself is not very big, so people end up a bit squished on the dance floor, but happy none the less, since the folks at Ruby Room know how to throw a party. The bar features an extensive drink menu, including cocktails, beers, and wines. There is also a food menu, courtesy of the restaurant Sonoma on the floor below. The music is varied--rock, house, techno, and hip hop are all featured, depending on the day. Mondays and Tuesdays feature Open Mic Night where local and foreign acts are welcome to perform. Cover charges vary from free to 2000JPY, depending on the event.