FRUTTO
Akita
Restaurant in Akita, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A 10-seat Italian near Akita Station earning Tabelog 100 recognition for omakase courses built around Akita seafood and paired with Italian wines. At JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 for dinner (JPY 3,000–JPY 3,999 lunch), it offers more polish than the city's yakitori and yakiniku alternatives at similar spend.
About FRUTTO
FRUTTO is a dining option in Akita with a dinner price band of JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 and a listed lower price band of JPY 3,000–JPY 3,999, though the public hours currently show evening service only. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025 selection, giving it a clear point of recognition among restaurants in the region. For travelers comparing FRUTTO with other named options such as Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse, N, Sake Tomi, Shinsui Chubo Sie, or Sumibi Yakiniku Nama Horumon Dokoro Shouchan, the safest distinction is simple: FRUTTO is the Akita venue here with an Italian-category Tabelog 100 listing, evening hours, smart casual dress code, and listed price bands.
Italian Recognition and Practical Details
FRUTTO's confirmed recognition is its inclusion in the Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025 list. The practical picture is focused but useful: FRUTTO is in Akita, is associated with the Italian category through the 2025 Tabelog 100 EAST selection, and sits in the JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 dinner range. A smart casual dress code applies, so it is best approached as an evening booking with that dress expectation in mind.
Booking, Logistics, and When to Visit
Public hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7 PM to 10 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 PM to 10 PM, and Wednesday closed. Public lunch hours are not listed, so do not plan around lunch unless you confirm directly before going. The dinner price band is JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999, and the dress code is smart casual. For other operational details, including exact seating, payment methods, parking, private use, phone availability, takeout, delivery, allergy accommodations, and beverage pairings, check directly with the restaurant.
In Akita, FRUTTO is best considered when you want a dinner with Italian-category recognition rather than a broadly documented casual meal. If you are deciding among FRUTTO, Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse, N, Sake Tomi, Shinsui Chubo Sie, and Sumibi Yakiniku Nama Horumon Dokoro Shouchan, compare the current booking conditions and menus directly; FRUTTO's key details include the Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025 recognition, the stated Akita location, the evening hours, the smart casual dress code, and the listed price bands. For broader context on Akita's dining landscape, see our full Akita restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 3-5 Narayama Noborimachi, Akita, 010-0021, Japan
- Website
- frutto-akita.com
- Phone
- +81 18-838-5815
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, quietly elegant bistro near Akita Station with a cozy, adult hideaway feel; warm lighting, calm atmosphere, and attentive but relaxed service, ideal for dates and special evenings rather than casual family dining.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3-5 Narayama Noborimachi, Akita, 010-0021, Japan
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Sake Tomi, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- N, Notable alternative
- Shinsui Chubo Sie, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- Sumibi Yakiniku Nama Horumon Dokoro Shouchan, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Restaurant context
FRUTTO sits at the top of Akita's Italian tier, competing more with specialty yakitori and izakaya than Italian peers. At JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999, it costs slightly more than Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse (JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999 dinner, JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999 lunch) but offers wine-pairing depth that yakitori counters can't match. Sake Tomi (JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999) and Shinsui Chubo Sie (JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999) deliver better value if budget matters most, but neither holds a Tabelog 100 credential or the same wine selection. Sumibi Yakiniku Nama Horumon Dokoro Shouchan (JPY 4,000–JPY 4,999) is the easiest fallback for walk-ins and casual group dinners.
For Italian technique and quieter ambiance, FRUTTO is the clear pick. For local poultry or sake-forward dining at lower spend, Sake Tomi or Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse make more sense. If you can't book FRUTTO on short notice, Shinsui Chubo Sie offers similar pricing with easier availability, though the wine list is shorter and the room less polished.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at FRUTTO?
Is FRUTTO worth the price?
FRUTTO may be worth considering if you want an Akita dinner with Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025 recognition. The dinner price band is JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999, with a smart casual dress code.
What should a first-timer know about FRUTTO?
FRUTTO is in Akita. Public hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7 PM to 10 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 PM to 10 PM, and Wednesday closed. Smart casual dress applies.
Can FRUTTO accommodate groups?
Is lunch or dinner better at FRUTTO?
Public hours show evening service only: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7 PM to 10 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 PM to 10 PM, and Wednesday closed. Do not assume lunch service without confirming directly.
