西麻布いちの
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book 西麻布いちの for an easy Nishiazabu dinner when location and a quieter counter-style mood matter more than published menu detail. It is a practical Tokyo choice for two diners, but not the strongest pick if price, cuisine, or group logistics need to be locked down in advance.
About 西麻布いちの
Should you book 西麻布いちの in Tokyo? Consider it if you are planning an evening meal in Tokyo and are comfortable confirming key details directly before committing. The confirmed schedule is Monday through Saturday from 5–11 PM, with Sunday closed, and the dress code is smart casual.
Because cuisine category, price range, chef name, menu format, seat count, and signature dishes are not provided, 西麻布いちの is best approached as a Tokyo dinner option to research further rather than a fully documented destination meal.
Book for a confirmed evening window, not for a fully signposted tasting-menu plan
The clearest planning fact is timing: 西麻布いちの is open Monday through Saturday from 5–11 PM and closed on Sunday. That makes it relevant for dinner planning, but there is no basis to claim lunch service, a particular service style, or a specific dining format.
The main caution is decision confidence. With no price range, chef name, cuisine category, menu structure, or signature dishes to lean on, this is not the right choice for anyone who needs to pre-plan spend or order strategy from published information alone. For broader Tokyo planning, use Our full Tokyo restaurants guide, then cross-check nearby meals against Our full Tokyo bars guide if the evening needs a second stop.
The practical read: dinner hours are clear, other details need confirmation
西麻布いちの has a direct dinner schedule: 5–11 PM from Monday to Saturday, with Sunday closed. The dress code is smart casual.
For visitors building a fuller itinerary, treat 西麻布いちの as one Tokyo dinner possibility and confirm practical details directly before relying on it for an important night. Pair the decision with broader trip scaffolding from Our full Tokyo hotels guide, Our full Tokyo experiences guide, or Our full Tokyo wineries guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 4 Chome-10-6 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- nishiazabu-ichino.jp
- Phone
- +81354687117
The take
The Take
The Vibe
West of Roppongi in a constellation of low‑lit streets, Nishiazabu operates at a quieter, more deliberate register. The restaurant sits squarely in Tokyo’s counter‑dining tradition: low lighting, a single-minded focus on preparation and sequencing, and a dining room that privileges the kitchen’s timing. Plates arrive as part of a choreographed progression rather than a la carte choices, and the effect is one of concentrated attention: both from the chefs and from guests who come prepared to follow the meal’s ritual. It reads as a classic, restrained Tokyo experience where detail and timing matter as much as flavor.
Best For
This is a place for diners who want the meal to be led by the kitchen: business dinners and special‑occasion evenings translate naturally here, and the format also suits intimate two‑person outings where the sequence of courses becomes the point of the night. The focus is on an extended, dinner‑centric service that rewards patience and an appreciation for temperature, timing and the dialogue between courses. Guests seeking a menu of choices or a casual pace are less likely to find what they want; those comfortable with a chef‑directed progression will be most satisfied.
Ordering Tips
Accept the structure: seating and service follow a pre‑determined sequence dictated by the chef, not a printed menu of choices. Expect courses to be timed for temperature and progression, and allow the kitchen’s pacing to set the rhythm of the meal. Counter seating means the experience centers on the chef’s choreography, so avoid expecting substitutions or ad‑hoc ordering. The best approach is to arrive ready to engage with the ritual: listen, watch, and let the sequence unfold.
Venue details
Ambiance
Calm and luxurious space with private rooms creating a special, intimate atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Private Dining
- Available
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 4 Chome-10-6 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan
Planning details
Location
4 Chome-10-6 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Usukifugu Yamadaya, Fugu, Fugu
- Kasumicho Yamagami, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
- Bunon, Wine Bar, Wine Bar
- Margotto e Baciare, French, Contemporary, ¥¥¥
- Kusabira, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Tokyo
Choose 西麻布いちの when ease matters. Against Usukifugu Yamadaya, it is the less specialized decision: Yamadaya is the clearer pick for diners specifically seeking fugu, while this venue is better for a flexible Nishiazabu dinner where the exact format is less important than getting a table without a drawn-out booking process.
Kasumicho Yamagami is the more defined splurge signal, with Japanese cuisine and ¥¥¥¥ positioning. If budget and occasion justify that level, it gives more pre-booking clarity. Margotto e Baciare is easier to choose when the group wants French-contemporary cooking and a ¥¥¥ reference point, especially for diners who need the meal style settled before arrival.
For a looser night, Bunon is the better cross-shop if wine is the center of gravity rather than dinner formality. Kusabira works as another comparison when the goal is to stay within Tokyo's smaller-room dining lane, but 西麻布いちの has the clearer practical advantage here: easy booking and a Nishiazabu address.
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| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 西麻布いちの | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
| Usukifugu Yamadaya | Tokyo | Fugu | , | 2026 Tabelog Bronze · #5112026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #3002025 Tabelog Bronze2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #2862023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended |
| Kasumicho Yamagami | Tokyo | Japanese | ¥¥¥¥ | Tabelog 100 - Japanese cuisine - TOKYO - 2025 · #442024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Bunon | Tokyo | Wine Bar | , | 2026 OAD Casual in Japan Ranked · #642025 OAD Casual in Japan Ranked · #892024 OAD Casual in Japan Ranked · #782023 OAD Casual in Japan Ranked · #53 |
| Margotto e Baciare | Tokyo | French, Contemporary | ¥¥¥ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Michelin PlateTabelog 100 - Innovative / Creative cuisine - 2025 · #92025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #5052025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #4562024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended |
| Kusabira | Tokyo | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at 西麻布いちの?
Dinner is the supported choice based on confirmed hours: 西麻布いちの is open Monday through Saturday from 5–11 PM and closed on Sunday.
What is 西麻布いちの known for?
The confirmed public planning facts are that 西麻布いちの is in Tokyo, operates Monday through Saturday from 5–11 PM, is closed Sunday, and has a smart casual dress code.
