CHACO Amemiya
Shibuya, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Dress
Casual
Why go
Basement steak grill in Sendagaya with three Tabelog 100 nods (2021, 2024, 2025) and dinner prices under ¥15,000. The 30-seat space keeps it simple—reliable beef, no frills, phone-only reservations. Lunch under ¥2,000 is the easier booking; dinner fills up Thursday through Saturday. One of Tokyo's more accessible award-listed steak options if you skip the Ginza teppanyaki counters.
About CHACO Amemiya
CHACO Amemiya is a Tokyo venue with dinner pricing of ¥10,000–¥14,999 and lunch pricing of ¥1,000–¥1,999. Its listed hours include weekday lunch from Tuesday through Friday and dinner from Tuesday through Sunday, with Monday closed. Dress code is casual.
The most useful practical points are the price bands and operating schedule. Lunch is listed Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM. Dinner is listed Tuesday through Friday and Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 5 PM to 9 PM.
Why the Tabelog 100 Recognition Matters
CHACO Amemiya is listed in the 2025 Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST recognition. That gives the venue a place in a published steak and teppanyaki category for eastern Japan in 2025, while the pricing keeps the practical picture clear: dinner is ¥10,000–¥14,999, and lunch is ¥1,000–¥1,999.
Booking, Timing, and Practical Logistics
The schedule is straightforward: closed Monday; open Tuesday through Friday for lunch from 11:30 AM to 2 PM and dinner from 5 PM to 10 PM; open Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM; and open Sunday from 5 PM to 9 PM. Booking method, seat count, payment policy, phone number, parking information, and station access details are not listed here, so confirm current logistics directly before visiting.
For planning, CHACO Amemiya sits in Tokyo with a casual dress code and a published lunch and dinner price range. If you are comparing it with other dining options, keep the comparison broad unless you have current details for the specific venue you are considering. comparable venue names include Convivio, LAITIER, Okashiya Ucchi, Shaoxiong Hanten, and ロクターヴ ハヤト コバヤシ.
The Sunday closing time is earlier than the Tuesday-through-Saturday dinner closing time, so check timing carefully if planning a later meal. CHACO Amemiya is not open on Mondays.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-7-12 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0051, Japan
- Website
- chacoamemiya.com
- Phone
- +81 3-3402-6066
Venue details
Ambiance
A classic basement steakhouse with a warm, semi-casual atmosphere, close-set tables for small groups, and the cozy feel of a long-time neighborhood favorite rather than a formal fine-dining room.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Charcoal‑grilled block steak (sirloin, fillet, ribeye)
- Hamburg steak
- Steak set with salad, garlic toast, vegetables and sorbet
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-7-12 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0051, Japan
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- LAITIER, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- ロクターヴ ハヤト コバヤシ, Notable alternative
- Okashiya Ucchi, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Convivio, French, French
- Shaoxiong Hanten, JPY 100,000 - View spending breakdown, JPY 100,000 - View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
Among Tokyo's Tabelog-recognized steak options, CHACO Amemiya occupies the value lane. Dinner at ¥10,000–¥14,999 and lunch under ¥2,000 undercut most peers on the Steak/Teppanyaki EAST 100 list, where ¥20,000+ tasting menus are common. Okashiya Ucchi at ¥5,000–¥5,999 offers a comparable price tier but leans toward pastry and lighter fare rather than grilled beef. LAITIER is cheaper (under ¥1,000 lunch), but the format is French bistro, not steak-focused. For a splurge, Shaoxiong Hanten operates at ¥100,000 and up, delivering a far more elaborate tasting experience with rare cuts and theatrical presentation, worth it if budget is no concern, but CHACO Amemiya is the smarter pick if you want credible beef without the ceremony.
Booking difficulty favors CHACO Amemiya as well. A week's notice for weekday dinner and two weeks for weekends is manageable compared to the multi-week lead times at higher-tier spots. The 30-seat capacity and neighborhood location mean it fills steadily but not instantly. If you're weighing value against polish, CHACO Amemiya wins on price and accessibility; if you want refined ambiance and a curated wine list, look to Convivio for French technique or splurge on Shaoxiong Hanten. For straightforward, well-executed steak at a fair price near Shinjuku Gyoen, this basement grill is the call.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CHACO Amemiya good for a special occasion?
CHACO Amemiya has a casual dress code, dinner pricing of ¥10,000–¥14,999, and 2025 Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST recognition. Whether it fits a special occasion depends on the atmosphere and service details you confirm directly with the venue.
What are alternatives to CHACO Amemiya?
Other venues to consider by name include LAITIER, ロクターヴ ハヤト コバヤシ, Convivio, Okashiya Ucchi, and Shaoxiong Hanten. Compare current hours, pricing, and availability directly before choosing.
Can I eat at the bar at CHACO Amemiya?
Is the tasting menu worth it at CHACO Amemiya?
Menu format details are not listed. The pricing is ¥10,000–¥14,999 for dinner and ¥1,000–¥1,999 for lunch, but current offerings should be checked directly with the venue.
What should a first-timer know about CHACO Amemiya?
CHACO Amemiya is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, and is closed Monday. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 11:30 AM–2 PM and 5–10 PM, Saturday 5–10 PM, and Sunday 5–9 PM. Pricing is ¥10,000–¥14,999 for dinner and ¥1,000–¥1,999 for lunch.
How far ahead should I book CHACO Amemiya?
Booking lead times are not listed. Use the opening schedule to plan: lunch is listed Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2 PM, and dinner is listed Tuesday through Sunday with Sunday ending at 9 PM.
Is CHACO Amemiya worth the price?
CHACO Amemiya’s price ranges are ¥10,000–¥14,999 for dinner and ¥1,000–¥1,999 for lunch. It also has 2025 Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST recognition, which may help diners weighing it against other options.
