If you are looking for a late meal, Hama serves full dinners even after 1a. Seating capacity is 40 including two private dining areas. The interior resembles a private club, samples from the wine collection are displayed in gleaming wooden cabinets. The Ginza Season Menu is popular and features an appetizer, clams, vegetable sauté, choice of sirloin or tenderloin steak and choice of fried or garlic rice. End your meal with dessert and coffee. Specialty a la carte dishes include fresh abalone, a glass or bottle of Hama's house wine.
Located on the 52nd floor of the Park Hyatt, the New York Grill offers a spectacular American dining experience. With its floor-to-ceiling windows affords spectacular views of downtown Tokyo. Massive Italian paintings, vaulted ceilings and leather cushioned chairs add to the "wow-factor." Not to be outdone, the kitchen serves a spectacular continental menu with such dishes as steak tartar, grilled veal scallopini and plenty of seafood options as well. The wine list features only California vintages. Whether it is prix fixe or a la carte, the New York Grill serves American grilled delights to Tokyo with a side of elegance.
This was the original restaurant offering bite-size pieces of meat cut up in front of the guest. Of course, many steak houses worldwide now do this. Forty-six seats in the main dining area are augmented by six private rooms. The club-like atmosphere is created by heavy wooden paneling and Japanese-motif wallpaper. The dinner set consists of a starter, abalone, prawns, spinach, tenderloin or sirloin, salad, garlic or fried rice, and dessert and coffee.
Japanese dining with an exquisite blend of French cuisine is what Signature is all about. Set in a sophisticated ambiance, Signature dishes out some of the most eclectic preparations available in Tokyo, allowing diners to savor such options as foie gras accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine. Signature also has an extensive wine list, ensuring that a perfect pairing is always available to accompany the breathtaking view from the restaurant's location on the 37th floor of the striking Mandarin Oriental hotel. A great option for those looking to host a small private luncheon, the bright and open atmosphere of this Michelin Guide Tokyo-rated restaurant is just one of many features that make this a must-visit for those seeking out fine dining in Tokyo.
Chinese cuisine is amongst the most ancient, popular and delicious in the world, and for those who want to taste it at its authentic best, Sense is a must-visit. A refined atmosphere and efficient staff make the dining experience a memorable one, but what really stands out is the wonderful, panoramic view that accompanies the meal from the 37th floor of the Mandarin Oriental hotel. Set lunch, dinner and dim sum menus are available. Offering authentic cuisine with a view, this place is a great exemplar of haute cuisine.
Extremely tasteful and refined, Tofuya Ukai is a magnificent dining experience. The sheer traditional beauty of this restaurant will catapult patrons into a feeling of peaceful tranquility. Surrounding the complex, Japanese gardens reflect Zen simplicity with a harmonious balance of nature and colorfully carp. Upon arrival, expect to be formally greeted by kimono-clad staff members who graciously escort customers inside the premises. Fixed dinners are available on the menu with a special focus on tofu-based cuisines. The cost is relatively high, but for a special occasion, it is certainly worth the expense. Additionally, it is just in front of Tokyo Tower, which makes a breath-taking backdrop to this elegant establishment. - Erin Sanchez