Restaurant in Chiba, Japan

Epice

Name: Epice
Address: Japan, 〒260-0027 Chiba, Chuo Ward, Shindencho, 3−13 久和ビル３, Chiba, JP
Telephone: +81 43-246-8878
Price range: JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999

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Reservation-led French

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About Epice

Reservation-only French restaurant with three Tabelog Hyakumeiten EAST selections since 2021, serving dinner at JPY 10,000–14,999 and lunch at JPY 5,000–5,999. The strict booking policy and single-table payment reflect a small-team kitchen focused on ingredient precision over flexibility. Walk from Keisei Chiba Station in seven minutes; book at least a week ahead for weekend dinner.

Epice is a Chiba venue with verified price guidance of JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 5,000–5,999. It is listed with a smart-casual dress code and operates Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM; Monday is closed. Epice is also listed in Tabelog 100 - French - EAST - 2025.

Service Format and Dining Philosophy

Verified public details for Epice are limited, so it is best to avoid assuming a specific menu format, seating layout, chef profile, or reservation policy unless confirmed directly with the venue. What can be stated with confidence is that Epice offers both midday and evening service on its operating days, with a listed smart-casual dress code. If you are planning for a date, business meal, or special occasion, confirm current availability and service details before you go.

Positioning Among Chiba's French Options

Epice sits in Chiba with verified price guidance of JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 5,000–5,999. Its appearance in Tabelog 100 - French - EAST - 2025 is a useful confirmed reference point, but other specifics should not be inferred from that recognition alone. Diners comparing options may also look at comparable venue venues such as EST! Prossimo, Le Coeur, Private room Yakiniku GYU CHIBA, Seikou En, and Takaoka, or consider other dining in Chiba more generally.

Practical Booking and Logistics

Epice is located in Chiba. The verified schedule is: closed Monday; open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM. Because details such as reservation rules, payment methods, parking, seating, and special requests are not verified here, confirm them directly with the restaurant before making plans. For those exploring Chiba's restaurant scene more broadly, Epice is one option to compare with other local dining rooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I order at Epice?

Specific menu formats and signature dishes are not verified here. Check directly with Epice for the current menu and ordering options before you visit.

Is Epice good for a special occasion?

Epice may be considered for a planned meal in Chiba, especially given its smart-casual dress code and verified evening hours. However, details such as private rooms, birthday plates, seating, and reservation rules are not verified here, so confirm directly with the venue.

What should I wear to Epice?

The verified dress code is smart casual.

Is the menu worth it at Epice?

Epice has verified price guidance of JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 5,000–5,999, and it is listed in Tabelog 100 - French - EAST - 2025. Specific menu structure and dishes are not verified here, so value will depend on the current offering.

What are alternatives to Epice in Chiba?

comparable venue venues to consider include EST! Prossimo, Le Coeur, Private room Yakiniku GYU CHIBA, Seikou En, and Takaoka, along with other dining in Chiba more generally.

Does Epice handle dietary restrictions?

No specific dietary accommodation policy is verified here. Contact Epice directly before booking or visiting if you have allergies or dietary restrictions.

Is lunch or dinner better at Epice?

Epice has verified hours for both midday and evening service: Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM. Verified price guidance is JPY 5,000–5,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999, so choose based on timing, budget, and the current menu confirmed by the venue.

Location

Japan, 〒260-0027 Chiba, Chuo Ward, Shindencho, 3−13 久和ビル３

Chiba, Japan

Also Consider

EST! Prossimo, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Le Coeur, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Takaoka, Sushi, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
Private room Yakiniku GYU CHIBA, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Seikou En, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999

Epice sits in the middle tier of Chiba's French options, priced higher than EST! Prossimo (JPY 4,000–4,999 dinner) but below Le Coeur (JPY 20,000–29,999 dinner). The Tabelog Hyakumeiten recognition, three times since 2021, gives it editorial staying power that EST! Prossimo lacks, while Le Coeur's higher price suggests a more formal service envelope. If you're prioritizing value and accessibility, EST! Prossimo is the clear choice; if you're marking a milestone and budget permits, Le Coeur justifies the step-up. Epice occupies the space in between: credible technique at a price that won't feel excessive but won't feel like a bargain either.

Booking difficulty is low at Epice, the reservation-only model means you secure a table by calling a day ahead, with no multi-week waitlists. By contrast, Takaoka (sushi, JPY 30,000–39,999) operates at a higher difficulty threshold, reflecting both genre competition and price tier. Private room Yakiniku GYU CHIBA sits at a similar price point (JPY 10,000–14,999) but offers genre variety if French isn't the priority. For diners seeking a mid-tier French meal with verifiable recognition and no reservation stress, Epice delivers. For those chasing bargain French or willing to spend significantly more, the alternatives bookend it clearly.