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    Cicada, Restaurant in Tokyo
    Restaurant

    Cicada

    Mediterranean · Minami-Aoyama, Tokyo

    Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan

    The Read

    Price

    $50–100per person

    Chef

    David Chiddo

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Chef David Chiddo's Mediterranean restaurant in Minamiaoyama delivers the cuisine straight, earning a 2026 OAD Japan Casual Highly Recommended nod for technique that respects tradition without chasing fusion trends. Easy booking, relaxed format, and consistent execution make it a practical neighborhood anchor in a district full of international concepts.

    About Cicada

    Cicada is a Mediterranean restaurant in Tokyo led by chef-owner David Chiddo. It is best understood as a Tokyo option for diners specifically seeking Mediterranean cooking rather than as a restaurant defined by rankings, neighborhood claims, menu formats, or service extras.

    The dress code is smart casual, which gives visitors a useful baseline for planning a meal without implying a formal fine-dining format.

    Why Tokyo Matters

    Tokyo has a wide dining landscape, and Cicada’s identity is clear within it: Mediterranean cuisine from chef-owner David Chiddo. That is the grounded reason to consider it, especially if you want a restaurant in Tokyo whose culinary direction is Mediterranean.

    There is no award or ranking information to frame Cicada around guide recognition or comparative scores. The more reliable way to evaluate it is by whether its Mediterranean focus fits the kind of meal you are looking for in Tokyo.

    What to Expect

    Expect a Mediterranean restaurant in Tokyo with a smart casual dress code. Specific menu items, service style, dietary accommodations, prices, reservations, and meal periods should be confirmed directly with the restaurant, so avoid assuming details such as lunch service, tasting menus, shared plates, or particular regional specialties without checking first.

    For a first visit, use the confirmed basics: Cicada is in Tokyo, serves Mediterranean cuisine, and is associated with chef-owner David Chiddo.

    That makes Cicada a straightforward candidate for diners who want Mediterranean cooking in Tokyo, while leaving the finer practical questions to direct confirmation rather than unsupported assumptions.

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    Location
    5 Chome-7-28 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan
    Reservations
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    Website
    tysons.jp/cicada
    Phone
    +81 3-6434-1255
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Resort-like and transportive, with water features, terrace and poolside lounge chairs that feel like an oasis in the middle of Tokyo, a smoke-free, lively dining room and a chic, sophisticated atmosphere that attracts an international crowd.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyRomanticSophisticated

    Best For

    Date NightGroup DiningCelebration

    Experience

    WaterfrontTerraceCourtyard

    Sourcing

    Local Sourcing

    View

    WaterfrontGarden

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Large
    Kitchen
    Fusion
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Small plates, Family style
    Drinks Focus
    Wine, Beer
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly
    Private Dining
    Available
    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
    Opened
    2012

    Signature Dishes

    • Halloumi cheese from Hokkaido
    • Iberico ham
    • Chermoula-roasted eggplant
    • Harissa-marinated shrimp
    • Chicken tagine with preserved lemons and olives
    • Mezze plate
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    Getting there
    5 Chome-7-28 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan
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    Location

    5 Chome-7-28 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan · Directions

    +81 3-6434-1255

    tysons.jp/cicada

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I order at Cicada?

    Ask the team for current recommendations when you visit. Cicada is a Mediterranean restaurant in Tokyo.

    What should a first-timer know about Cicada?

    Cicada is a Mediterranean restaurant in Tokyo led by chef-owner David Chiddo. The dress code is smart casual.

    Is Cicada good for a special occasion?

    That depends on the occasion and the current service details. Cicada serves Mediterranean cuisine in Tokyo and has a smart casual dress code.

    What are alternatives to Cicada in Tokyo?

    If Cicada is not the right fit, consider other Tokyo dining rooms generically based on the cuisine, atmosphere, and availability you want.