El Pescador
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
Book with PearlThe Read
Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Phone-only reservations lead to a counter-focused Spanish kitchen in Jiyugaoka with Tabelog 100 recognition and JPY 8,000-9,999 dinner pricing. The à la carte format and wine-forward approach suit diners seeking technical Spanish cuisine without tasting-menu formality, while JPY 3,000-3,999 lunch offers accessible entry. Two-hour seating limits apply during peak service, but Sunday walk-ins remain possible.
About El Pescador
El Pescador in Tokyo is a casual venue with daytime and evening hours on Tuesday through Sunday, and it is closed on Monday. The spending ranges are JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 8,000-9,999, making it useful to plan around the time of day and your expected order.
El Pescador is in Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026.
Practical Details
El Pescador has a casual dress code, is in Tokyo, and offers both daytime and evening service from Tuesday through Sunday.
For budgeting, the spending ranges are JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 8,000-9,999. The venue's Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026 recognition may be relevant for diners comparing it with other Tokyo dining rooms, while Le Monde Gourmand is another comparable venue to consider more generally.
Location and Booking Strategy
Compared with other comparable venue venues such as Kaneda, Toyoda, Cafe Enseigne Dangle Jiyuugaoka ten, and Majo no Chiisana Mori no Hamburger, El Pescador stands out for its price range, hours, casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026 listing. For a fuller picture of Tokyo's dining scene, see our full Tokyo restaurants guide, or explore Tokyo bars and Tokyo hotels for broader travel planning.
The verdict: El Pescador is worth considering if you want a Tokyo restaurant with casual dress code, daytime and evening hours, and a Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026 listing.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Location
- 1 Chome-13-4 Jiyugaoka, Meguro City, Tokyo 152-0035, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1317/A131703/13003271
- Phone
- +81 3-3723-8471
Venue details
Ambiance
A quaint, casual, family‑run Spanish spot with a cozy, classic bodega feel; counter seating and a compact dining room create an intimate but lively atmosphere where the focus is firmly on rustic, authentic food and Spanish wines.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates, Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- paella
- tapas assortment
- Spanish wines by the glass
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-13-4 Jiyugaoka, Meguro City, Tokyo 152-0035, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM
Location
1 Chome-13-4 Jiyugaoka, Meguro City, Tokyo 152-0035, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cafe Enseigne Dangle Jiyuugaoka ten, 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
- Majo no Chiisana Mori no Hamburger, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kaneda, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Le Monde Gourmand, French, ¥¥
- Toyoda, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 8,000-9,999 for dinner, this venue sits above Kaneda (JPY 4,000-4,999) and Toyoda (JPY 5,000-5,999), reflecting Spanish ingredient sourcing and Tabelog 100 positioning. The counter-only format and à la carte flexibility contrast with Le Monde Gourmand's French precision at a similar price tier, making it the better choice if you prefer less formal service and more control over pacing.
Booking difficulty here falls between the walk-in ease of Cafe Enseigne Dangle Jiyuugaoka ten (JPY 1,000-1,999) and the advance planning required for central Tokyo award winners. The phone-only reservation policy adds friction, but the Jiyugaoka location and Sunday walk-in option balance accessibility better than Shinjuku or Shibuya equivalents. If Spanish cuisine is non-negotiable and you want award-level execution without tasting-menu commitment, this is the Jiyugaoka pick; if budget matters more, drop down to Majo no Chiisana Mori no Hamburger for neighbourhood dining at a fifth of the price.
Explore Tokyo
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full El Pescador guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to El Pescador in Tokyo?
Comparable venue venues to consider include Cafe Enseigne Dangle Jiyuugaoka ten, Kaneda, Le Monde Gourmand, Majo no Chiisana Mori no Hamburger, and Toyoda.
What should a first-timer know about El Pescador?
El Pescador is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, and has spending ranges of JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 8,000-9,999. Its hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 11:30 AM-2:30 PM and 5-9:30 PM, with Monday closed. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Spanish cuisine - 2026.
Is El Pescador good for solo dining?
El Pescador is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, keeps daytime and evening hours, and has spending ranges of JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 8,000-9,999.
Is lunch or dinner better at El Pescador?
The hours include daytime and evening service from Tuesday through Sunday: 11:30 AM-2:30 PM and 5-9:30 PM. The spending ranges are JPY 3,000-3,999 and JPY 8,000-9,999. Check the current menu directly when choosing between lunch and dinner.
