Ishikawa
📍 Japan, 〒162-0825 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kagurazaka, 5-chōme−３７ 高村ビル 1f
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Google: 4.6 • TripAdvisor: 4.5
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Ishikawa in Tokyo is a true gem of fine dining, known for its exquisite kaiseki cuisine that beautifully showcases seasonal ingredients. The restaurant’s ambiance strikes a perfect balance between casual warmth and refined elegance, making it a fantastic spot for both special occasions and intimate dinners. Chef-owner Hideki Ishikawa is often seen engaging with guests, adding a personal touch to the dining experience. Diners rave about the stunning presentation of the dishes, served on elegant tableware, and the impressive sake selection, including the sought-after Juyondai. Reservations are a must, as this Michelin-starred establishment is quite popular among locals and travelers alike.
Signature Dishes
- •Kaiseki-style dishes featuring fresh local ingredients
- •Seabass and hairy crab
- •Wagyu beef with turnip and sticky sauce
- •Lobster and clam dishes
- •Uni blowfish milt soup
Overall rating 4.6 / 5 (382 reviews)
Google: 4.6 (251 reviews)
TripAdvisor: 4.5 (131 reviews)
Customer Reviews
Kagurazaka Ishikawa's dishes look simple; be it grilled, steamed, fried, and simmered, they could consistently coax out the subtle essence/taste of the seasonal produce and meat. Even the rice served at the end of the course is exceptional. They adhere closely to the tradition of washoku, besides tastiness, presentation and plating are of great importance. Dishes are served on tableware like mino-yaki or lacquerware , and drinks with fine vintage Baccarat crystal glassware. Be it seated at the sought-after counter (table is from centuries old hinoki) or private room, service is always cheerful and enthusiastic. Chef-owner Hideki Ishikawa ensures he meets, chats, and thanks his guests. His restaurant also has a good selection of sakes, and quite often has the Juyondai. The only issue is, need to plan early to get a reservation.
Amazing food & people are so kind. A very special moment. Thank you 🙏
Amazing food and service. Delicate flavour and beautiful presentation. Chef also packed left over rice for us and made it into rice ball. Definitely worth 3 star Michelin.
This restaurant has 7 counter seats and several private rooms. The seating is comfortable and owner Chef Ishikawa served one or two dishes. The food is Kaiseki style. The Chef put his soul into the cooking. He used fresh local ingredients in season. Even a small piece of bamboo shoot and cucumber would be the freshest possible. We have lobster, clam, glass shrimps, uni blow fish milt soup, seabass, hairy crab, wagyu beef and every dish was superbly designed and executed. It is the best restaurant I have been to in japan. The price is reasonable for its food quality, Yen 29,000 plus 18pc tax and service charge per person.