EN FACE
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 View spending breakdown
Why go
A 10-seat French bistro counter in Nihonbashiningyocho, recognized in Tabelog French TOKYO 100 for 2023 and 2025. Reservation-only dinner service runs JPY 20,000–29,999 per head, with a single-seating format that suits couples and solo diners more than large groups. Closed Wednesdays; no lunch service.
About EN FACE
EN FACE is a Tokyo venue with a spending range of JPY 20,000–29,999 per person. Its hours are evening-only: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, with Wednesday closed. It has been selected for Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025. For details such as seating layout, reservation rules, menu format, chef, dishes, payment methods, and access specifics, confirm directly with the venue before planning.
Planning Basics
Key planning facts for EN FACE include its Tokyo location, evening operating hours, Wednesday closure, and JPY 20,000–29,999 spending range. If you are choosing it for a particular seating style, group size, or service format, check the venue's official channels before booking. For diners comparing options, Oryori Kokoroba and Yanagiya are also venues to consider, depending on the kind of meal you want.
What the Tabelog Recognition Signals
EN FACE has been selected for Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025. That recognition is a useful signal for diners researching Tokyo restaurants, but it should not be stretched into claims about exact ranking, score, menu structure, or past award cycles. Dinner hours run from 6 PM to 12 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; the venue is closed on Wednesday. No lunch hours are listed, so plan around evening service.
The price range is JPY 20,000–29,999. Other practical details, including payment methods, smoking policy, parking, private-room availability, and group accommodation, should be checked directly before committing to a visit. For additional comparisons, Edomae Shinsaku is another named venue in this guide set, while other dining rooms may suit different budgets or formats.
Use EN FACE as a candidate when you want a Tokyo dinner in the JPY 20,000–29,999 range and value its 2025 Tabelog 100 French Tokyo selection. Skip making assumptions about seating, courses, reservation rules, or special-occasion setup unless you have confirmed those details with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-11-9 Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0013, Japan
- Website
- instagram.com/en_face_ningyocho_
- Phone
- +81
Venue details
Tags
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2 Chome-11-9 Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0013, Japan
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-11-9 Nihonbashiningyocho, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0013, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Yanagiya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Oryori Kokoroba, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- L'appartamento di NAOKI, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999, JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999 JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
- Edomae Shinsaku, Tempura, ¥¥¥
- PIZZA DA BABBO, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 20,000–29,999, EN FACE sits in the same price band as L'appartamento di NAOKI, but the 10-seat counter format makes it harder to book for groups larger than two. Oryori Kokoroba offers Japanese cuisine at a similar ¥¥¥ tier with more flexible seating, while Edomae Shinsaku delivers tempura at the same price point with better group accommodation. For diners seeking lower spend and walk-in ease, PIZZA DA BABBO (JPY 5,000–5,999 dinner, JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch) and Yanagiya (under JPY 1,000) provide neighborhood alternatives without reservation constraints.
EN FACE's Tabelog French TOKYO 100 recognition in consecutive years signals consistent execution, but it lacks the Michelin-star cachet that elevates some peers. If you prioritize intimacy and a single-seating rhythm over menu flexibility, the 10-seat counter justifies the reservation-only structure. If you need walk-in availability or larger party sizes, move to Oryori Kokoroba or Edomae Shinsaku instead. The closed-Wednesday schedule and dinner-only hours further narrow its utility, making it a special-occasion choice rather than a spontaneous stop.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to EN FACE?
Other named venues in this guide set include L'appartamento di NAOKI, Oryori Kokoroba, Edomae Shinsaku, PIZZA DA BABBO, and Yanagiya. Compare them based on the type of meal, budget, location, and availability you need, and confirm current details directly with each venue.
Can I eat at the bar at EN FACE?
Is the tasting menu worth it at EN FACE?
EN FACE is a Tokyo dinner option in the JPY 20,000–29,999 spending range, with evening hours, Wednesday closure, and Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025 selection. Confirm the current menu format with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at EN FACE?
Hours list evening service from 6 PM to 12 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. No lunch hours are listed, so plan for dinner unless the venue confirms otherwise.
Is EN FACE good for a special occasion?
EN FACE may be worth considering for a Tokyo dinner in the JPY 20,000–29,999 range, especially given its Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025 selection. For seating, private use, service style, and group suitability, confirm directly before planning a special occasion.
