Il Lato
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A 17-seat Italian omakase in Shinjuku, one minute from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, offering daily Toyosu fish and regional wine pairings at JPY 10,000–19,999. Tabelog 100 recognition for 2025 and 2023, with easier booking than most peers and a counter-seat format that rewards solo diners and small groups seeking a special-occasion meal without the multi-month wait.
About Il Lato
Il Lato is a Tokyo restaurant with a price range of JPY 15,000–19,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. It is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 selection, the dress code is smart casual.
Because only limited public facts are here, diners should confirm current booking details, service times, menu format, any special requests directly with the restaurant before planning a visit.
Planning Details
The confirmed planning details are the Tokyo location, smart-casual dress code, the price bands, the 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition in the Italian category.
For a first visit, treat Il Lato as a premium Tokyo booking where the most important next step is confirmation: current course structure, reservation availability, dietary accommodations, payment or cancellation policies should be checked directly with the venue.
The Room and How It Reads
details about the room, interior, seat count, floor level, counter or table layout, Wi-Fi, cover charges, private-use options are not available here. The grounded guidance is simple: dress smart casual and confirm practical details before arrival.
For celebrations, business meals, or solo dining, contact the restaurant in advance to confirm whether the current seating and service style match the occasion.
Positioning and Value in Tokyo
With price bands of JPY 15,000–19,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999, Il Lato sits in a premium Tokyo dining range. Its confirmed inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 gives it a clear recognition point, without needing to add claims about rankings, ratings, booking difficulty, or past award years.
In a broader Tokyo restaurants guide, Il Lato is best framed as a smart-casual Tokyo restaurant with Tabelog 100 recognition for 2025. Diners comparing it with other named venues such as OSTERIA OLIERA, Le Parang, Marugo, Epitaph Curry, or Nihon Saisei Sakaba should compare current menus and availability directly rather than relying on assumptions.
Quick reference: Il Lato is in Tokyo. details include smart-casual dress code, price bands of JPY 15,000–19,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999, Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. Confirm hours, reservations, cancellation policies, payment methods, parking, other practical details directly with the restaurant.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都新宿区新宿3-6-2 栄ビル 4F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1304/A130401/13256289
- Phone
- +81367099987
Venue details
Ambiance
A calm, warm, and stylish space that feels removed from the bustle of central Shinjuku, with counter seats facing an open kitchen and a relaxed, hideaway-like atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- seasonal omakase course
- seafood dishes
- dolce
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Le Parang, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- Nihon Saisei Sakaba, Notable alternative
- OSTERIA OLIERA, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Epitaph Curry, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Marugo, Tonkatsu, Tonkatsu
Restaurant context
At JPY 15,000–19,999 for dinner, this venue occupies the upper-middle tier of Tokyo's Italian omakase field, more formal than neighbourhood spots like Le Parang (JPY 8,000–9,999) but less expensive and easier to book than the city's top-tier tasting-menu destinations. OSTERIA OLIERA offers a similar price range (JPY 10,000–14,999) but without the same Toyosu-fish emphasis or sommelier-guided wine program. If you're looking for the easiest reservation in this price band, this is the call; if you're chasing maximum value, Le Parang delivers comparable technique at a lower entry point.
For diners who want the omakase format but don't need the full dinner commitment, the lunch service at JPY 10,000–14,999 competes directly with OSTERIA OLIERA's pricing and provides a condensed version of the evening's kitchen approach. If you're comparing Italian options across Tokyo's broader dining scene, Nihon Saisei Sakaba offers a different experience entirely, more izakaya than omakase, while Epitaph Curry (JPY 1,000–1,999) and Marugo (tonkatsu) represent lower price tiers with no overlap in format or ambition.
The decision comes down to whether you value the counter-seat intimacy and wine-pairing depth enough to justify the premium over Le Parang, or whether the booking ease relative to Tokyo's harder-to-access Italian omakase venues makes this the safer choice for a date or business meal. For a special occasion, the private-use option (up to 20 guests) adds flexibility that most 17-seat venues can't match, though the best experience remains the counter seating for two to four diners who want to watch the kitchen work.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Il Lato?
Because Il Lato has Tabelog 100 recognition for 2025, it is sensible to check availability in advance and confirm current reservation requirements directly with the restaurant.
Can Il Lato accommodate groups?
group-capacity details are not available here. Contact Il Lato directly to confirm whether the current seating layout and booking policy can accommodate your party size.
Can I eat at the bar at Il Lato?
Ask the restaurant directly if you have a seating preference.
What are alternatives to Il Lato?
For other dining options, compare Il Lato with venues such as Le Parang, OSTERIA OLIERA, Marugo, Epitaph Curry, or Nihon Saisei Sakaba, as well as other restaurants more generally. Confirm each venue's current menu, price, availability before booking.
Is Il Lato worth the price?
Il Lato's price bands are JPY 15,000–19,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025. Whether it is worth the price depends on your preferences, so confirm the current menu and service details before reserving.
Is Il Lato good for a special occasion?
Il Lato may suit a special occasion if its current service style matches what you want. details include a smart-casual dress code, Tokyo location, premium price bands, 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition; confirm seating, menu, any requests directly in advance.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Il Lato?
Ask Il Lato directly about the current menu structure before deciding whether it fits your preferences.
