How about going out for lunch to express gratitude around Mother's Day? This time, five restaurants in Tokyo that are perfect for such occasions have been picked. Each of them offers exquisite dishes and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a great opportunity to treat your mother to lunch and convey your daily appreciation.
Gaienmae [Japanese Cuisine Kisei]
Located just a one-minute walk from Gaienmae Station, [日本料理僖成] is situated next to the historic temple "梅窓院". The restaurant's interior was designed by the world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma. Surrounded by paulownia wood, the rooms and the tatami seating area with sunken kotatsu provide a spacious environment where guests can enjoy their meals comfortably. With warm hospitality, they can spend a quality time.
The dishes use seasonal ingredients delivered from production areas across the country. The delicate and unique flavors of Japanese cuisine are not only beautiful to look at but also a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Even at lunch, there is a selection of course meals that allow guests to enjoy high-quality seasonal flavors, and among them, the 'Special Limited Lunch Kaiseki ■ Roku Course' is a must-try. Based on the traditions of Japanese cuisine, guests can enjoy dishes that fully showcase the seasonal flavors.
Japanese Cuisine Kinari
Open:
[Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)Closed:
Sunday, National HolidaysAverage price:
[Dinner] 20,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPYAccess:
1 minute walk from Exit 1B of Gaienmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. It is next to Baisoin TempleAddress:
1F, BY-CUBE, 2-24-8, Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo More Details Reservation
2. Tokyo [Antica Osteria del Ponte]
Located just a 2-minute walk from Tokyo Station, Antica Osteria del Ponte is the only overseas branch of the second Michelin three-star restaurant in Italy, the top-tier ristorante in Milan. Given its location on the top floor of the Marunouchi Building, guests can enjoy exquisite cuisine while taking in stunning views of Tokyo.
The dishes recreate the flavors of recipes created by the genius chef, Ezio Santin. The taste is just like that of a restaurant in Italy, allowing guests to enjoy it in Tokyo. Even at lunch, guests can enjoy a course meal, and the 'Degustation Lunch Course' is a six-dish course where they can choose the main dish from fish or meat. Not only the food but also the service is of the same quality as that of an Italian restaurant, ensuring a luxurious experience.
Antica Osteria del Ponte
Open:
Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)Closed:
NoneAverage price:
[Dinner] 25,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPYAccess:
1-minute walk from Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station. Directly connected from Tokyo Station on the Marunouchi Line. Directly connected from Exit 5 of Nijubashimae Station on the Chiyoda LineAddress:
36F, Marunouchi Bldg., 2-4-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo More Details Reservation 3. Nakameguro[Restaurant Re:]
A hidden French restaurant located an 8-minute walk from Nakameguro Station along the Meguro River, [Restaurant Re:]. The interior features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, allowing diners to enjoy their meals while taking in the view outside. The decor is elegantly designed, creating a casual atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy their time without feeling rushed.
The concept is to rediscover local dishes and values from all over Japan, using ingredients directly sourced from farms and fishing ports across the country, from Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south. While primarily focusing on French culinary techniques and styles, it offers a new sensation of French cuisine that incorporates the essence of food culture from all over Japan in its courses.
Restaurant Re:
Open:
[Thursday - Sunday] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm),[Wednesday - Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm), [Sunday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)Closed:
Monday, TuesdayAverage price:
[Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPYAccess:
Go along Yamate Dori Street in front of Nakameguro Station toward Gotanda. Turn left at the Nitori store on Komazawa Dori Street, and turn right on the walkway in front of the Meguro River. It is on the riverside.Address:
103, Riverside Terrace, 1-10-23, Nakameguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo More Details Reservation
4. Mitsukoshimae [Kuzushi Washoku Koki-an]
Located in Nihonbashi, Kuzushi Washoku Koki-an Nihonbashi is a restaurant that captivates with its hidden atmosphere and sophisticated Japanese cuisine. The offerings are creative dishes that incorporate unique arrangements based on traditional Japanese food. The deliciousness, which maximizes the flavors of carefully selected ingredients, brings smiles to diners' faces. The lunch menu is also abundant, and among the options, the 'Snow Room Aged Domestic Beef Steak,' made with domestic beef slowly aged using the energy of snow, is characterized by its richness and umami, spreading deep flavors in the mouth with every bite.
In the warm space that spreads underground, soft indirect lighting gently illuminates the restaurant. Additionally, various private rooms of different sizes are available, making it perfect for family celebrations and special occasions. At [くずしわしょく 香季庵 日本橋店], guests can enjoy heartwarming hospitality and delicious meals.
Kuzushi Washoku Koukian
Open:
[Weekdays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O 2:30 pm), [Weekdays, Saturday] Dinner 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm), [Saturday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)Closed:
SundayAverage price:
[Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPYAccess:
4-minute walk from Mitsukoshimae Station on Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, 5-minute walk from JR Kanda StationAddress:
B1F, Sakata Bldg., 4-2-10, Nihombashi Muro-machi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo More Details Reservation Shinsen
At BLACK TERRACE, they offer carefully crafted grilled dishes in a high-casual setting. The highlight is their steak, which is enhanced in flavor and tenderness by being grilled over charcoal and wood fire while using low-temperature aged meat. They also have a rich lunch menu featuring a lineup focused on meat, including not only steak but also 'coarsely ground meat hamburgers' and 'Black Angus beef curry rice.'
The restaurant is divided into five areas, creating a high-casual space with stylish interiors. The age range of customers is broad, from their 20s to 50s, allowing for relaxed use in various settings. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the carefully crafted grilled dishes at this adult hideaway restaurant [BLACK TERRACE].
BLACK TERRACE
Open:
[Tuesday - Friday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm / Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00pm,[Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pmClosed:
MondayAverage price:
[Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPYAccess:
15-minute walk from Shibuya Station (each line), Daikanyama Station (Tokyu Line), and Nakameguro Station (each line). 2-minute walk from Osakaue bus stop (Tokyu Bus).Address:
4F,East Bldg., 3-1-12, Aoba-dai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo More Details Reservation This article was written by AI Translation.
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