
神戸牛511
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book 神戸牛511 when the night is specifically about Kobe beef in central Tokyo, not when the group wants a wide Japanese tasting tour. The Akasaka basement address makes it practical for a focused dinner before drinks or a hotel return, with fewer moving parts than chasing a high-demand counter reservation.
About 神戸牛511
神戸牛511 is a Tokyo dinner option with a smart casual dress code. It opens in the evening from Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday.
Choose this for a planned Tokyo dinner
神戸牛511 is open Monday to Saturday from 5–11:30 PM and closed on Sunday, so it should be treated as a dinner-only plan.
Because public details on menu structure, chef, and seating format are not listed, the safer move is to treat the venue as a dinner-first plan rather than a flexible drop-in. Groups should confirm practical needs ahead of time, especially if anyone expects a specific seating setup or dietary adjustments. For broader planning around the city, use Our full Tokyo restaurants guide, then layer in bars through Our full Tokyo bars guide if the night needs a second stop.
Tokyo planning notes
For trip planning, the important details are the evening hours and smart casual dress code. That makes 神戸牛511 best handled as a scheduled Tokyo dinner rather than a casual lunch or Sunday option. Visitors building a larger trip can pair the restaurant search with Our full Tokyo hotels guide.
For comparison planning, you may also look at Bar Tiare, Kizaki, SIROTAE, Sushisho Saito, or フルヤ オーガストロノム depending on the kind of stop you are trying to arrange.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 4 Chome−3−28 ディアプラザ赤坂 B1F
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- kobebeef511.jp
- Phone
- +81366850511
The take
The Take
The Vibe
神楽坂511 occupies a basement address in Akasaka and leans into the city's tradition of considered, subterranean dining. The approach streets are quieter, signage grows sparse and the building access, narrow stairwells and a B1F entrance, signals intent: this is a place diners seek out rather than stumble upon. The room values restraint, seasonality and an unshowy presentation. The overall mood is calm and focused, favouring attentive, ritualised meals over bustle or spectacle.
Best For
This restaurant suits diners after a deliberate, formal Japanese meal: think date nights, special occasions and business dinners where the guest list and the menu matter. Set inside Akasaka’s dense cluster of Michelin-recognised venues, it appeals to people who prize culinary tradition and seasonal precision rather than casual walk-ins. The basement setting and the text’s emphasis on a ‘considered’ address make it a fit for guests who appreciate quiet, attentive service and a measured dining pace that privileges technique and ingredient-driven courses.
Ordering Tips
Book in advance and come with the expectation of a considered experience: the venue’s B1F location and the description’s insistence that 'guests will come because they know to come' suggest limited visibility to passersby and a clientele that reserves ahead. Be prepared for a formal, seasonal programme rather than à la carte convenience; the neighbourhood context, references to kaiseki and high-end sushi, points to menus organised around timing and ingredients. Avoid expecting walk-in availability and allow the service to set the pace for the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant and intimate Kobe beef specialty setting focused on exquisite dining experiences.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 4 Chome−3−28 ディアプラザ赤坂 B1F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 4 Chome−3−28 ディアプラザ赤坂 B1F · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sushisho Saito, Sushi, Sushi
- Bar Tiare, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- フルヤ オーガストロノム, Notable alternative
- Kizaki, Sushi, Sushi
- SIROTAE, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
How it compares in Tokyo
神戸牛511 is the better fit when beef is the whole reason for the booking. Sushisho Saito and Kizaki are stronger choices for diners who want a sushi-led evening, especially if the appeal is counter pacing and seafood technique rather than a meat-focused dinner.
For a lower-commitment night, Bar Tiare sits in a clearer JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 bracket and makes more sense for cocktails than dinner. SIROTAE, listed at JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, is the value play for a sweet stop, not a substitute for a full meal.
フルヤ オーガストロノム is the cross-shop for a more composed restaurant evening when the group is less fixed on beef. Choose Akasaka's Kobe beef option for a single-category splurge; choose the peers when sushi, cocktails, pastry, or a broader dining format matters more.
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Compare 神戸牛511
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 神戸牛511 | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
| Sushisho Saito | Tokyo | Sushi | , | 2026 Tabelog Silver · #1312026 Tabelog Bronze · #4342026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly RecommendedTabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #942025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1732025 Tabelog Silver2025 Tabelog Bronze2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1292023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #117 |
| Bar Tiare | Tokyo | , | JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 | Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 · #100 |
| フルヤ オーガストロノム | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
| Kizaki | Tokyo | Sushi | , | 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2026 MICHELIN Guide Colorado2025 Michelin 1 Star2025 OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants2025 Esquire Best New Restaurants |
| SIROTAE | Tokyo | , | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Tabelog 100 - Sweets - TOKYO - 2023 · #2 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can 神戸牛511 accommodate groups?
Group details should be confirmed directly. 神戸牛511 is in Tokyo and is open Monday to Saturday from 5–11:30 PM, so treat it as a planned dinner visit. フルヤ オーガストロノム is another venue you may compare while planning.
How far ahead should I book 神戸牛511?
Booking guidance should be confirmed directly, but the schedule is Monday to Saturday from 5–11:30 PM, with Sunday closed. SIROTAE is another venue you may compare when planning your schedule.
What should I order at 神戸牛511?
Check the current menu directly with 神戸牛511 before booking or ordering. If you are comparing different dining plans, Sushisho Saito and Kizaki are other venues to research separately.






















