In a dimly lit setting, we enjoyed a slow dinner. I opted for alcohol pairing, while my friend chose soft drinks. I found the snacks to have just the right amount of saltiness, but my friend felt that the salt was a bit strong. It might have been a bit overpowering without the alcohol. Overall, it was delicious and the portion size was just right.

I continue to visit this Italian restaurant regularly. When asked by various people what I like about Italian cuisine, I always mention this place among other options. Firstly, the chef is extremely sincere, and his philosophy is reflected in the dishes he creates. Every time I visit, I can enjoy meticulously prepared, warm, and heartfelt dishes without any compromises. The quality of ingredients and the chef's skills are important factors, but above all, his innate "sense" is outstanding. In a way, it's a talent. On this particular day, I enjoyed a course centered around fresh fish from the chef's hometown of Oita, paired with wines. The course costs 14,850 yen (including tax) and the wine pairings are excellent. The wine selection is superb. The dishes I had included: 1. Yufuin - Eel crepe with herbs and breadcrumbs, wrapped in a crepe with balsamic and tomato sauce. 2. Bungo Suido - Sea bass and octopus soup with a rich broth. 3. Bungo Suido - Smoked amberjack prepared using the Tsuji method, served with red onion sauce. 4. Bungo Suido - Sauteed red snapper with edamame and plum risotto. 5. Bungo Suido - Taliolini with isaki and squid ink, topped with bottarga. 6. Marumi pork ragout sauce with strangozzi pasta, summer truffles, and pecorino cheese. 7. Shiranuka - Roasted Ezo deer with Marsala wine and fond sauce. 8. Ebisu pumpkin pudding with rum raisin gelato. 9. Homemade cream puff with lemon-flavored cookie. 10. Herb tea, grissini with 'nduja, and focaccia with 'nduja-infused. Each visit leaves me highly satisfied. The chef's evolving techniques in bringing out the flavors of the fish were noticeable. The use of salt, degree of cooking, everything was very commendable, showing his expertise.

I came here for the first time, dining alone. The seats are almost full, it's lively. The staff, especially Sasaki-san, provide excellent hospitality, making it very comfortable. I feel like coming back regularly. I ordered the course menu for 14,850 yen (tax included) with a 5-item pairing for 8,000 yen. The price for this quality is quite cheap. As for the taste, all dishes were delicious without any disappointments. It was impressive, especially the following: - Bungo Suido Smoked Amberjack and Long Eggplant: The concentrated flavor of the amberjack was a first for me. The aroma was also rich. - Kawanami-cho Marumi Pork Ragout Sauce Strozzapreti: The texture and flavor of the Marumi pork are addictive. The chewiness of the strozzapreti was also irresistible. - Bungo Suido Flathead Grey Mullet Risotto: The crispy skin of the grey mullet, paired with edamame, was perfect. The pairing was also excellent. Thank you for the meal, it was amazing. I will definitely come back. This Italian restaurant is currently tied with Naoki's restaurant as the top choice for 2023.

Located about a 4-minute walk from Daikanyama Station, this restaurant was visited for the first time in 4 years. It was used for a girls' night out. The menu included dishes such as Yufuin-cho spring water-raised eel crepe, Ichinomiya white peach vichyssoise, Bungo Suido smoked amberjack with long eggplant, Bungo Suido ice fish bottarga tagliolini, Kawaminami-cho Marumi pork ragout sauce Strozzapreti, Kyoto Nakase aged Tajima beef straw-grilled pumpkin pudding with rum gelato, and choux cream with lemon flavor. Delicious dishes that make the most of seasonal ingredients are served one after another. They were all delicious, but personally, I preferred the peach vichyssoise. The Marumi pork ragout sauce Strozzapreti was also delicious and very satisfying. A restaurant where you can enjoy good food and wine with good service. Highly recommended for a girls' night out.

Today, I made a reservation in advance for a date. I ordered the Degustazione C course with a non-alcoholic pairing of 3 glasses on a weekday. The course consisted of a total of 9 dishes as follows: - Yufuin Town Rainbow Trout Crespelle - Bungo Suido Smoked Sillago, Eggplant Salad - White Peach Vichyssoise - Yufuin Town Eel Herb Bread Crumbs, Corn Risotto - Flying Fish and Bell Pepper Tagliolini, Bottarga - Romney Lamb Ragout Sauce, Macaroni - Kyoto Nakasei Aged Tajima Beef, Straw Grilled - Coconut Panna Cotta - Two Types of Choux Cream - Herbal Tea My top 3 favorites were the Smoked Sillago, Macaroni, and Straw Grilled. Both had a nice meaty flavor, tender texture, and distinct aroma from aging, making them delicious! The course overall featured a variety of cheeses and vegetables, maintaining a good balance. The cheeses and vegetables played a supporting role to the mains, complementing them perfectly. This is true Italian fine dining. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I visited around 6:00 pm on August 8, 2023. It took me a little time to find the restaurant. The staff was very kind. When I drank the Taiwanese oolong tea, it had a refreshing taste, but at the same time, surprisingly, it had a soft wine-like aroma. It was non-alcoholic, but it felt like drinking alcohol, which was very interesting.

It's been a while since I visited Almonico. This time, I went with some friends I've become close with recently and we had a private room. The staff is accommodating of our preferences and always serves us our favorite wines. The more I visit, the more I feel comfortable at this place. There were four of us women, so I was worried about being too loud, but the private room allowed us to enjoy ourselves without any worries. I will definitely be back soon! - Yufuin Town: Crepe wrapped with rainbow trout raised in spring water and goat cheese - Nduja and white sesame grissini - Higashiyama White Phoenix, peach vichyssoise - Bungo Channel: Smoked amberjack and long eggplant - Yufuin Town: Eel risotto with South High plum and corn risotto - Whole wheat focaccia with potatoes mixed in - Bungo Channel: Flying fish bottarga tagliolini - Kurobuta sausage ragu sauce macaroni - Kyoto Nakasei-long-term heat-treated Tajima beef straw-grilled - Today's dessert: Coconut panna cotta - Tea sweets café

Visited Daikanyama for the second time, just a 3-minute walk away. Today, I went with my girlfriends for a girls' night out. We had a private room where we enjoyed pairing wine with delicious food and talked about our favorite dishes. It was such a wonderful time! Our order this time was 13,500 yen for the food and 8,000 yen for the wine pairing. The variety of dishes was plentiful, and all three of us girls finished everything. I personally had a lot of drinks, so I ended up quite full, but I think the portion sizes were just right. We started with a sparkling wine, ANDRÉ CLOUFT, which was not too sweet and had fine bubbles. The dishes like the Yufu-cho spring water-raised rainbow trout crepe, sheep's cheese, and spiced grissini were all delicious and well-balanced. The peach vichyssoise with pepper was creamy and cold, and the peach soup was a first for me - it was amazing! The wine from Marsala Island in Sicily had a strong mineral taste, and the smoked yellowtail and Nagato child tuna with Nasu puree and grilled eggplant were prepared differently but complemented each other well. The Yufu-cho spring water-raised eel risotto with Nanko ume and corn was unique and tasty, and the Bungo Channel flying fish tagliolini with a lot of bell peppers and karasumi was a pasta dish I wanted more of. The Kinokuniya pork sausage ragu macaroni was flavorful and the Tajima beef straw-grilled from Kyoto Naka-Zeitaku was tender and medium-rare, which I loved. The dessert with coconut jelly and mango sauce was a great way to end the meal, and the dessert wine with raisin notes was a favorite of mine. The orange cantile, lemon-flavored choux, and salami chocolate were all delightful. It was a fun and delicious meal with my usual group of friends. Thank you, and we will definitely visit again.

Located about 5 minutes from Daikanyama Station, this restaurant is tucked away on a side street off the main road. The sign is not very large, giving it a hidden gem feel. I heard that it is highly recommended by gourmet girls, so I decided to visit with my girlfriends for a girls' night out (*´꒳`*). We opted for the course menu with wine pairing. We started with the recommended Non Dosage Champagne by Chef Sasaki, made from 100% Chardonnay grapes. This Champagne is Non Dosage, meaning no sugar is added, resulting in a natural sweetness with a hint of apple-like fruitiness. It was refreshing and absolutely delicious, capturing our hearts. The meal featured carefully selected and specially ordered ingredients from Oita Prefecture, Chef Sasaki's hometown. Here is a rundown of the course: L'entrata: Yufuin Town-raised Rainbow Trout Crepe with Goat Milk Cheese - The saltiness of the cheese and trout complemented each other perfectly. La Zuppa: Nigawa Shiraho Peach Vichyssoise - A unique combination of Nigawa Shiraho and peach. L'antipasto: Bungo Suido Smoked Amberjack and Aged Eggplant - The aged amberjack was incredibly tender. Il Risotto: Yufuin Town Spring Water-raised Eel Risotto - The crispy eel was raised in Yufuin Town's spring water, a rare delicacy. Il Primo Piatto: Bungo Suido Flying Fish Tagliolini with Bottarga - The flying fish broth enhanced the pasta's flavor. II Primo Piatto: Kinkawabuta Salsiccia Ragu Pasta - The sweet Kinkawabuta pork added richness to the dish. Il Secondo Piatto: Kyoto Nakase Wagyu Straw-grilled Cutlet - A flavorful dish with a hint of straw aroma. Dessert: Chef's Special Dessert - A delightful end to the meal. Overall, it was a delightful experience with plenty of first-time encounters. The wine pairing was spot on, allowing us to enjoy without getting too tipsy or experiencing a hangover the next day. I look forward to visiting again. Thank you for the wonderful meal! (*´꒳`*)

Restaurant Name: Almonico Location: Daikanyama, Italian From Daikanyama Station, head towards Shibuya on Hachiman-dori and turn right into a small alley to find Almonico. The interior of the restaurant is cute and cozy, with a simple and lovely atmosphere. There is a private room at the back, where our group of four food-loving ladies had a delightful dinner. DEGUSTAZIONE L'entrata Course: ¥13,200, Pairing: ¥8,000 We started with a toast of sparkling Andre Clouft! La Zuppa: A unique and delicious dish resembling a spring roll made with Yufuin-grown rainbow trout. L'antipasto: A delightful peach vichyssoise soup with the perfect sweetness of peaches. Il Risotto: A risotto made with Yufuin-grown eel, accompanied by crispy fried eel and fluffy Parmesan. Il Primo Piatto: Bottarga pasta made with handmade Taglierini and flying fish from Bungo Suido. Il Secondo Piatto: Maccheroni with Kagoshima Kurobuta sausage ragu sauce. I Dolci: Tajima beef straw-grilled steak from Kyoto Nakase, a top-quality beef dish. Dessert: A coconut mousse with mango sauce, along with various tea sweets. The wine and coffee were all delicious, complementing the dishes perfectly. Chef Sasaki's unique approach to sourcing seasonal ingredients from various regions resulted in truly impressive and delightful dishes. Each dish was a culinary masterpiece that left us truly impressed. We would love to visit this restaurant again!

I visited for the first time. I used it for a celebration because it was listed as one of the top 100 restaurants, so I thought it wouldn't be a disappointment. They even prepared a birthday plate for me and informed me of the overall course duration in advance, but... the time between dishes was long... It took about 15 minutes from finishing the main course to dessert being served... Even after dessert arrived, we had to ask for tea, and it finally came out... The meal, which was said to take less than 2 hours, actually took over 2.5 hours, making it just in time for my bullet train. Unfortunately, the taste was disappointing, below expectations, and the service was inconsistent. Some staff members would politely say "excuse me" when opening the curtain, while others wouldn't say anything... Thank you for the meal.

"Hello from 'ARMONICO' in Daikanyama, it's Mogusuke! The keyword is 'Delicious is 0 calories!' Today's post is about my recent visit to 'ARMONICO', where I enjoyed Italian cuisine made with seasonal ingredients in a stylish setting. I had a course meal this time, perfect for a date or special occasion. Enjoying stylish Italian cuisine with wine - Delicious is 0 calories! Be sure to stop by when you're in Daikanyama. ------------------------------------- ■ Budget per person (including alcohol): ¥13,000~ ■ Location: Symphony Daikanyama 102, 12-16 Daikanyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo ■ Nearest station: Daikanyama Station ------------------------------------- #TokyoGourmet #KantoGourmet #Foodies #Foodstagram #Drinks #WineLovers #Izakaya #IzakayaLovers #IzakayaCrawl #TokyoFood #TokyoTrip #TokyoTravel #TokyoSightseeing #DinnerDate #ItalianBar #ItalianCuisine #DaikanyamaDinner #DaikanyamaItalian #DaikanyamaGourmet #TokyoItalian #TokyoDate #DaikanyamaDate #ARMONICO #WineBar"

I took a little break, but the food was still delicious (๑´ڡ`๑). I regret not ordering more - the course has increased in price, but the quality of the ingredients is a bit more luxurious. I opted for the 8-course meal at 10,780 yen. The Uni tart and Masugatuo bruschetta were heavenly. The gazpacho had marinated squid inside, which was very refreshing. The summer fish straw-grilled risotto was delightful, with young corn on top and perfectly cut fish inside. The eel and harmonica risotto was another favorite of mine. The bottarga saltiness with the seafood in the big clam and squid ink tagliolini was irresistible. The summer deer was light and tasty, and the purple onion mousse was a perfect accompaniment. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of the dessert pairing, so I have fewer photos than usual. I love not only Japanese cuisine but also summer Western dishes. In winter, the dishes tend to be richer and creamier, with more emphasis on meat.

Each dish was carefully crafted with unique touches, leaving no ordinary dishes. I was surprised and impressed by every dish. The pasta had a perfect texture and the dessert was beautifully decorated. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience.

On a certain holiday dinner time, I visited a famous Italian restaurant called ARMONICO that I had been curious about for a while. They only offer course meals, and you can choose between wine pairing or non-alcoholic pairing. The course meal I had included: - Purple sea urchin tartlet: I couldn't eat sea urchin, so I had Jamon Serrano instead. It paired well with the Champagne. - Fruit tomato gazpacho: A refined gazpacho made with sweet fruit tomatoes. - Bungo Channel fresh fish straw-grilled: Beautifully presented fresh fish straw-grilled with plenty of herbs and a cucumber garnish. - Eel with herb bread crumbs: Eel with a twist, Italian-style. It was a delight to enjoy eel in an Italian dish. - Large clam and squid ink tagliolini: Tagliolini with squid ink, topped with plenty of Karasumi. The pasta was seasoned with a rich clam broth. - Ezo deer sausage: Sausage made with Ezo deer, served with shaved truffles and mashed potatoes. - Tottori Wagyu lamp charcoal-grilled: Tottori Wagyu lamp cooked perfectly with a flavorful sauce and seasoning. - Today's dessert: Praline ice cream semifreddo and assorted Italian sweets. - After-dinner drink: Espresso to finish the meal. It was a rare luxury experience and a wonderful time. I am grateful for such special moments and would love to visit again to meet the chef.Visited around June 2023.

◆Tasting Menu C (May) "Squid Tartlet", "Fruit Tomato Gazpacho", "Bungo Channel Fresh Fish Grilled with Straw", "Homemade Focaccia", "Grilled Eel with Herb Breadcrumbs", "Tub Shell and Zucchini Tagliolini", "Ezo Deer Salsiccia" ★ "Bigorre Pork Charcoal Grilled" ★ "Star Anise Jelly and Ice Cream" "Tea Confectionery"

It had been quite a while since I revisited this restaurant. There are so many places I want to revisit, but I just can't seem to find the time. I always wish I had two bodies, or rather two stomachs and livers, to enjoy all the food I want to. On this day, I was taken to this restaurant by a kind gentleman who is good friends with the chef. The interior is still as lovely as ever, with a calming atmosphere that makes it very comfortable. Despite it being over 2 years since my last visit (sorry about that), I was surprised when the chef greeted me with a "long time no see." I couldn't believe it was true, but he remembered our previous conversation in detail, which left me truly impressed. ---Course Menu--- Total: 13,200 yen (tax included) - Fried squid ink - Grilled horse mackerel - Seafood soup - Baked oysters and rapeseed blossoms - Orecchiette with whelk and broccoli - Lamb stew sauce Tagliatelle - Grilled Ezo deer - Pistachio crème brûlée - Castagnole - After-dinner drink The menu featured many of my favorite ingredients, which made me very happy. The seafood soup with conger eel is a must-have, I wish I could carry it around in a thermos. Overall, it was a wonderful course that evoked a sense of spring. Of course, I had the wine pairing as well, with Chef Sasaki's wine choices never failing to impress me. And the generous servings of course, always a big plus (laughs). This is a fantastic restaurant that I would love to visit seasonally. I will definitely be back! Thank you for the delicious meal! Cheers! 🥂 ⋆┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋆ Instagram▶@_34_mh Posting about gourmet experiences around Tokyo 🖋️ I appreciate your follow and likes! ❤️ ⋆┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈⋆

This is a special place that makes you want to visit on special occasions. I apologize for having many allergies and causing inconvenience, but the wine, food, and atmosphere are all wonderful. I couldn't forget the taste from when I visited last year, so I went back after about 10 months. If there is another celebration, I would love to go back to this place.