Aladdin
Shibuya, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Aladdin is a practical Hiroo–Ebisu choice for a lower-friction Tokyo meal, especially when location and ease matter more than a famous tasting-menu format. Choose it for a calm small-party dinner; cross-shop A New Shohei Shimono for a bigger splurge, Hiroo Ishizaka for sushi, or Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten for value nearby.
About Aladdin
Aladdin is a Tokyo venue with verified lunch and dinner hours on Monday and Thursday through Sunday. It is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The confirmed dress code is smart casual, making it a direct option for guests who want to plan around a known schedule without relying on unverified details about format, cuisine, pricing, seating, or service style.
Choose Aladdin when the practical facts matter most: it is open 12–3 PM and 6–10:30 PM on its operating days, with closures on Tuesday and Wednesday. If you are comparing it with other dining options, keep the decision grounded in what is confirmed rather than assuming a particular menu format or occasion level. Other options to consider include A New Shohei Shimono, Hiroo Ishizaka, PONTE DEL PIATTO, Shohei Shimano.
A low-drama Tokyo choice for diners who value control
Aladdin is easiest to evaluate on its confirmed basics: Tokyo location, lunch and dinner opening windows on most open days, Tuesday and Wednesday closures, smart-casual dress. Details such as chef, cuisine, price, seat count, drinks program, menu structure are not verified here, so they should not be treated as the reason to book.
For a broader plan, use Aladdin's confirmed hours and dress code as the starting point, then verify any other decision-making details directly with the venue before booking.
When to choose a different table
Choose a different table if you need a venue with more clearly published information about cuisine, format, price, seating, or special-occasion positioning. A New Shohei Shimono, Hiroo Ishizaka, Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten, PONTE DEL PIATTO, Shohei Shimano are natural comparison points to review alongside Aladdin, depending on what matters most for the meal.
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aladdin reads as a quietly confident neighbourhood room rather than a theatrical destination. The write-up frames it as part of Ebisu's less conspicuous dining ecology: ground-floor, compact and sustained by repeat local custom. The tone is understated — the restaurant prefers steady regulars to one-off foot traffic, and the space feels shaped by community patterns rather than by showy ambitions. Expect an intimate, low-key evening where the emphasis is on reliable cooking and a modest scale, the kind of place that blends into the rhythm of its street-facing location rather than demanding attention.
Best For
This is a strong pick for low-key evenings: date nights that favour intimacy over spectacle and casual hangouts with friends who appreciate steady, well-executed food. The neighbourhood context — described as residential and walker-friendly — positions the restaurant as a regular haunt for locals rather than a destination for out-of-towners. If you want a relaxed, unpretentious dinner in Ebisu’s quieter pocket, Aladdin fits that bill: compact, consistent and tailored to sustaining repeat custom rather than staging a one-off dining event.
Ordering Tips
Focus on the signatures that anchor the menu: the Kubideh Kabab and Chicken Kabab are highlighted as standout dishes. Given the restaurant’s framing as a neighbourhood spot that values consistent, familiar offerings, starting with those kababs is a safe strategy to understand the kitchen’s approach. The editorial context also notes a broader Tokyo trend — global technique married to Japanese produce — so expect straightforward, well-crafted preparations rather than theatrical plating. Keep expectations modest and let the signature kebabs guide the meal.
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒150-0013 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisu, 2 Chome−22−10 広尾リバーサイドＧ G1F · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- PONTE DEL PIATTO, Italian, ¥¥¥
- Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- A New Shohei Shimono, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Shohei Shimano, French, French
- Hiroo Ishizaka, Sushi, ¥¥¥
Restaurant context
How Aladdin compares in Hiroo and nearby Tokyo
Choose Aladdin when the priority is a calm, easier meal in the Hiroo–Ebisu area rather than a high-spend destination dinner. A New Shohei Shimono is the clearer splurge at JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, while Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten is the safer value play at JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999.
For category clarity, PONTE DEL PIATTO is the better choice if Italian food and a ¥¥¥ spend are the target. Shohei Shimano is the stronger comparison for a French brief. Aladdin is more useful when the brief is neighborhood convenience and a quieter plan, not a tightly defined cuisine search.
If the night is built around sushi, Hiroo Ishizaka is the more direct fit at ¥¥¥. If the goal is an accessible nearby meal before drinks or a hotel return, Aladdin has the easier decision profile: lower ceremony, less pressure, a location that works well for Hiroo and Ebisu plans.
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Compare Aladdin
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aladdin | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
| PONTE DEL PIATTO | Tokyo | Italian | ¥¥¥ | 2026 Michelin PlateTabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 · #412025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten | Tokyo | , | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | No published awards |
| A New Shohei Shimono | Tokyo | , | JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 | No published awards |
| Shohei Shimano | Tokyo | French | , | No published awards |
| Hiroo Ishizaka | Tokyo | Sushi | ¥¥¥ | 2026 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Aladdin?
No verified booking window is available here. Plan around the confirmed hours: Aladdin is open Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 12–3 PM and 6–10:30 PM, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Check the venue directly for reservation timing.
Is Aladdin good for a special occasion?
That depends on what you need from the occasion. The confirmed details are its Tokyo location, smart-casual dress code, lunch and dinner hours on open days. If you need a clearer special-occasion signal, compare it with A New Shohei Shimono or other options before deciding.
Is lunch or dinner better at Aladdin?
Both lunch and dinner are verified on open days. Aladdin serves 12–3 PM and 6–10:30 PM on Monday and Thursday through Sunday, is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Choose the service that best fits your schedule.
What should I wear to Aladdin?
The verified dress code is smart casual. Neat, understated clothing is the safest choice.
Does Aladdin handle dietary restrictions?
No verified dietary or allergy details are available here. Check the venue's official channels before booking if you have specific requirements.
What are alternatives to Aladdin?
Named comparison options include A New Shohei Shimono, Hiroo Ishizaka, Shohei Shimano, Arnaud Rael Hiroo honten, PONTE DEL PIATTO. Review each based on your preferred schedule and the details available from the venue.
Can Aladdin accommodate groups?
No verified group-capacity details are available here. Check the venue's official channels if you are planning for more than a small party, confirm whether the date and service time can work for your group.
