BAR Opa Ginza
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A quiet basement bar in Ginza serving technically sound cocktails at JPY 4,000–4,999 per visit. The 21-seat space (11 at the counter) earned Tabelog 100 Bar recognition in 2022 and suits solo drinkers and small groups seeking craft without theatre. The format favors focus over flash; book if you want precision in a no-smoking room, skip if you need energy or can't find a table for more than four.
About BAR Opa Ginza
BAR Opa Ginza is a Tokyo bar with a price range of JPY 4,000–4,999. Its hours are 5 PM to 1 AM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed, the dress code is smart casual. The venue was selected for Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022.
Planning Basics
Specific details about the room layout, seating count, reservation process, menu format, or individual offerings are not available, so the safest way to approach BAR Opa Ginza is as a Tokyo bar with a mid-range evening budget and smart-casual expectations. The key planning details are straightforward: visit Monday through Saturday between 5 PM and 1 AM, avoid Sunday, dress neatly rather than extremely casually.
Positioning Among Tokyo Options
For travelers comparing Tokyo options, BAR Opa Ginza can be considered alongside comparable venues such as STAR BAR GINZA, Dominique Bouchet Tokyo, Ginza no Ginger Ginza honten, Oryori Shibuu, Sushiya Ichiyanagi, though those venues serve different purposes and should not be treated as direct substitutes without checking current details. BAR Opa Ginza's appeal is narrower and clearer: a Tokyo bar in the JPY 4,000–4,999 range, open evenings Monday through Saturday, with smart-casual dress and a Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 selection.
Specific location details beyond Tokyo are not provided, so plan around the city rather than relying on a street address or landmark from this guide. The schedule is 5 PM to 1 AM from Monday to Saturday, closed on Sunday. BAR Opa Ginza is best evaluated on its price, hours, dress code, Tokyo location, its 2022 Tabelog 100 bar recognition.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−4−8 ビッグウエストビル B1F
- Website
- bar-opa.jp/ginza
- Phone
- +81 3-3535-0208
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined, unhurried, and quiet, with a classic basement-bar feel that emphasizes craftsmanship over spectacle.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- seasonal fruit cocktails
- gin and tonic
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−4−8 ビッグウエストビル B1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- STAR BAR GINZA, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Oryori Shibuu, JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999 JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999, JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999 JPY 40,000 - JPY 49,999
- Sushiya Ichiyanagi, Sushi, Sushi
- Ginza no Ginger Ginza honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Dominique Bouchet Tokyo, French, ¥¥¥
Restaurant context
BAR Opa Ginza sits in the middle of Tokyo's cocktail pricing ladder. At JPY 4,000–4,999, it undercuts STAR BAR GINZA (JPY 6,000–7,999), which delivers more polished service and a stricter adherence to classic cocktail canon. If you're willing to spend the extra JPY 2,000, STAR BAR offers a more refined room and deeper bartender expertise. If budget is tighter, Ginza no Ginger Ginza honten (JPY 1,000–1,999) offers casual drinks without the craft cocktail focus, useful if you're looking for a quick, low-commitment stop rather than a dedicated bar session.
For visitors planning a full dining experience, Oryori Shibuu (JPY 40,000–49,999) pairs kaiseki with its beverage program, but the price and format make it irrelevant for anyone seeking only cocktails. Sushiya Ichiyanagi and Dominique Bouchet Tokyo offer dining-focused experiences with bar components, but neither is a direct substitute for a cocktail-only visit. BAR Opa Ginza is the choice for mid-tier cocktail craft in a quiet, smoke-free room. It's easier to book than STAR BAR and more serious than budget alternatives, making it the practical pick for visitors who want Tabelog-vetted quality without committing to a luxury bar check.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to BAR Opa Ginza?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat clothing appropriate for an evening bar visit in Tokyo.
Can I eat at BAR Opa Ginza?
Food service details are not available. BAR Opa Ginza is a Tokyo bar with a price range of JPY 4,000-4,999 and evening hours Monday through Saturday.
Is BAR Opa Ginza good for solo visits?
Solo-visit suitability is not discussed. If you are planning to visit alone, consider the basics: the venue is in Tokyo, the dress code is smart casual, hours are 5 PM to 1 AM Monday through Saturday.
What are alternatives to BAR Opa Ginza in Tokyo?
comparisons venues include STAR BAR GINZA, Dominique Bouchet Tokyo, Ginza no Ginger Ginza honten, Oryori Shibuu, Sushiya Ichiyanagi. Check current details for each, because BAR Opa Ginza's price, hours, dress code, Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition are the focus here.
Is the tasting menu worth it at BAR Opa Ginza?
A tasting menu is not mentioned. The price range is JPY 4,000-4,999, the hours are 5 PM to 1 AM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.
Is BAR Opa Ginza good for a special occasion?
Special-occasion suitability depends on what you want from the evening. BAR Opa Ginza is a Tokyo bar with smart-casual dress, a JPY 4,000-4,999 price range, evening hours Monday through Saturday.
Is BAR Opa Ginza worth the price?
At JPY 4,000-4,999, BAR Opa Ginza sits in a clear price range for a Tokyo bar. Its Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 selection is also notable, making it a credible option if those facts match your plans.
