Hyperlocal Tokyo

It's a small shop, so it's a bit cramped and orders take a while to arrive, so you end up drinking first. It would be great if they could list items that come out quickly on the menu. The nuts in the ham and cheese platter were really delicious, so I asked if I could order them even though they weren't on the menu, and they let me! The meat takes a long time, so order it right away! I wanted to try the spaghetti too, but I was too full. I'll definitely order it next time.

It was about a 2-minute walk from the back of Matsuya. Despite being in Ginza, the wine is very reasonably priced, starting from around ¥4,000. The system is that you go down to the basement and choose your own wine from a huge selection, which was a bit overwhelming. The dishes were also generous portions, and I was full. I had a whole bottle of wine and a hearty meal for ¥8,500. It's a great deal. I'll definitely be back.

A wine-only establishment! You can enjoy exquisite dishes that pair perfectly with wine, selecting your own bottle from the cellar downstairs. On this occasion, I enjoyed a French wine with a strawberry and prosciutto salad, a beef tagliata, and a selection of ham and cheese. The latter was so good, I had to stop there! The beef was cooked to perfection, tender and delicious.

The food was all delicious! The wine is served in the cellar with a lantern. The prices range from around ¥3,000 to ¥8,000, and we enjoyed five bottles, all of which were delicious and great value for money. The portions are generous, so it's best to go with a larger group to try a variety of dishes. However, there are only two tables for four people, so early reservations are highly recommended.

I made a last-minute reservation by phone about two weeks ago. This popular restaurant has limited seating, so early reservations are recommended for weekends and peak hours. It's more of a lively, casual eatery than a stylish bistro. There's no wine list, instead, the menu is the wine cellar downstairs. The staff hands you a key and a lantern, and you descend into a dimly lit, small room filled with rows of wine bottles. Each bottle has handwritten notes from the staff describing its characteristics, along with the price. The selection includes wines from France, Italy, Spain, America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and other New World regions. There are a few natural wines as well. Most bottles are priced between ¥3,000 and ¥5,000, but there's a separate rack for premium wines. I ordered: * Wine: Les Barboires (Domaine David), Loire Valley, France - ¥3,980 * Carbonara - ¥780 * Oysters and Cod Roe Penne Gratin - ¥1,780 * Duck Roast with Apple Sauce - ¥2,650 On this particular night, the clientele was mostly young, in their 20s and 30s, creating a lively trattoria-like atmosphere. As mentioned earlier, the portions are generous and the prices are reasonable. We had a hearty meal and the bill came out to around ¥5,000 per person. This place is a gem for wine lovers and foodies alike. It's a great place to enjoy delicious food and drinks with friends and laughter. While it might not be ideal for a romantic date, it's perfect for a casual date or a gathering with close friends. Thank you for the delicious meal! (*´ω｀*)