
jiubar
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Chinese bar in Kagurazaka that pairs bold, shareable plates with wine and cocktails at counter seating. At JPY 5,000-5,999, it's a value pick for casual dates and groups who want interaction over formality. Book a week out; the counter fills fast on weekends.
About jiubar
Looking for jiubar in Tokyo? jiubar is listed at JPY 5,000-5,999, has a casual dress code, and is associated with the Tabelog 100 Chinese cuisine Tokyo list for 2026. Beyond those points, specifics such as seating layout, service format, menu items, drinks, hours, and neighborhood details are not specified, so treat this as a concise planning note rather than a full dining review.
Setting and Experience
jiubar is in Tokyo and is best approached as a casual venue unless you have confirmed more details directly with the restaurant. The dress code is casual, so formal attire is not required. Details about counter seating, private rooms, opening hours, reservation windows, or a particular bar-style format are not available.
If you are comparing options, you may also look at Kohaku, EL BUEY, Jfree, Masudaya, or Agezuki, while confirming current details directly before booking.
What the Price Buys You
The price range for jiubar is JPY 5,000-5,999. A menu format, portion style, dish list, drink program, or whether the experience is à la carte or course-based is not specified.
jiubar is associated with the Tabelog 100 Chinese cuisine Tokyo list for 2026. Tabelog score, historical award range, chef name, seat count, founding year, or signature dish details are not available, so those details should not be assumed when deciding whether to book.
The location is Tokyo. Any more specific address, building, station access, or neighborhood claim should be checked directly with the restaurant or a current booking platform before visiting.
jiubar works as a candidate if the price range, casual dress code, and Tokyo location fit what you are looking for. For a more certain match, confirm the current menu, hours, reservation method, and seating arrangements before making plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都新宿区神楽坂2-12 神楽坂ビル 3F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1309/A130905/13207885
- Phone
- +81362650846
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, stylish and relaxing hideout on the 3rd floor of a Kagurazaka building, with a bar-like Chinese bistro feel that is lively and energetic yet cozy and intimate, making it popular for dates and evening drinks with food.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails, Wine, Spirits
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2017
Signature Dishes
Meatballs
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都新宿区神楽坂2-12 神楽坂ビル 3F
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
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Restaurant context
jiubar sits in Tokyo's mid-tier Chinese dining scene at JPY 5,000-5,999, undercutting Masudaya (JPY 6,000-7,999) and EL BUEY (JPY 8,000-9,999) while offering a cocktail-forward format that neither competitor prioritizes. Masudaya leans kaiseki-adjacent with more delicate presentations, while EL BUEY delivers higher-end ingredients and a quieter room. jiubar is louder, faster-paced, and built around the bar counter, choose it if you want drinks and interaction over refinement.
For guests seeking a formal kaiseki experience, Kohaku is the better choice at ¥¥¥¥, with a multi-course format and deeper wine cellar. Jfree offers French cuisine at ¥¥¥ in a quieter setting, making it a better option for conversation-focused meals. If budget is the primary concern, Agezuki runs JPY 2,000-2,999 with an izakaya vibe, though it lacks the Tabelog recognition and bar program that define jiubar's appeal.
jiubar is the easiest to book in this set, reservations are open a week out, and walk-ins work on weeknights. Masudaya and Kohaku require two to three weeks' notice, and EL BUEY books solid on weekends. For value and accessibility, jiubar wins; for formal dining and ingredient quality, Kohaku and EL BUEY justify the higher spend.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to jiubar?
Casual dress is appropriate for jiubar. There is no need to plan around a formal dress code.
Is jiubar good for a special occasion?
jiubar has a casual dress code, so it is better treated as a casual Tokyo dining option unless you confirm that the current setup fits your occasion.





















