LA MARGHERITA
Ōta, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
LA MARGHERITA is a reservation-only Italian trattoria in suburban Ōta City, recognized on Tabelog's Italian 100 for wine-forward cooking at JPY 10,000–14,999. The house rule requires all guests to drink wine, and the format is prix-fixe with seasonal rotations. Book if you're a wine enthusiast willing to travel outside central Tokyo; skip if you want à la carte flexibility or convenient access.
About LA MARGHERITA
LA MARGHERITA is a Tokyo venue with a spending range of JPY 10,000–14,999 and a limited evening schedule. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025, and the dress code is smart casual. Go in expecting a higher-end dinner plan rather than a casual all-day stop.
Evening-Only Schedule in Tokyo
LA MARGHERITA operates on a limited weekly calendar: Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 6–9 PM. It is closed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Plan around dinner service only.
LA MARGHERITA is in Tokyo, and the dress code is smart casual.
Comparing Value in Tokyo
At JPY 10,000–14,999, LA MARGHERITA sits in a premium dinner price band for Tokyo. Its recognition is Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025, which makes it relevant for diners comparing higher-end options in the city. For other planning comparisons, Namake is a different option; Tonkatsu Aoki Kamata honten and Shinjiko Shijimi Chukasoba Kohaku offer different dining contexts. For broader Tokyo dining context, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide.
When to Go and What to Expect
The practical planning window is narrow: Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday between 6 and 9 PM. Plan for dinner rather than midday. The price range is JPY 10,000–14,999, so budget accordingly.
LA MARGHERITA’s Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition, premium price band, smart-casual dress code, and tight evening schedule make it best suited to a planned dinner. If LA MARGHERITA is unavailable or does not fit your schedule, consider expanding your search to Tokyo's wider dining options or adjacent categories like Tokyo bars. For lodging, check our full Tokyo hotels guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Chome-39-5 Nishirokugo, Ota City, Tokyo 144-0056, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1315/A131503/13193685
- Phone
- +81 3-3737-7877
Venue details
Ambiance
A quiet, residential-area hideaway with very limited seating, non-smoking and reservation-only, drawing serious wine lovers for relaxed, conversation-friendly dinners centered on carefully paired Italian dishes and wines.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2 Chome-39-5 Nishirokugo, Ota City, Tokyo 144-0056, Japan
Planning details
Location
2 Chome-39-5 Nishirokugo, Ota City, Tokyo 144-0056, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shinjiko Shijimi Chukasoba Kohaku, Ramen, ¥
- Ramen Jiro Keikyu kawasaki ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Tonkatsu Aoki no Curry Ya Ippekoppe Kamata honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Tonkatsu Aoki Kamata honten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Namake, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Restaurant context
LA MARGHERITA occupies a distinct niche in Tokyo's Italian dining landscape, it's neither a high-end Ginza destination charging JPY 25,000+ nor a casual neighborhood trattoria with walk-in service. At JPY 10,000–14,999 before wine, it sits closer to the upper-middle tier, but the suburban location and mandatory wine policy make it harder to compare directly. Namake, also in Tokyo, charges JPY 3,000–3,999 and allows more casual dining without the wine commitment, though it lacks the Tabelog 100 recognition. If you're comparing within Ōta ward, Tonkatsu Aoki Kamata honten offers tonkatsu at JPY 2,000–2,999 with broader hours and easier booking, while Shinjiko Shijimi Chukasoba Kohaku delivers ramen at the budget end (¥) with no reservations required.
For wine-focused Italian cooking, LA MARGHERITA rewards the effort of getting there, it's priced below central Tokyo equivalents and delivers consistent seasonal menus. But if you prioritize convenience, booking ease, or flexibility around alcohol, the ramen and tonkatsu spots in the same ward will serve you better. The three-night operating schedule (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday) and cash-only policy further narrow the audience. Book here if you're planning a wine-driven meal outside the city center; otherwise, save the trek for a broader Tokyo dining tour that includes multiple neighborhoods.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LA MARGHERITA good for a special occasion?
It may suit a planned dinner, given the JPY 10,000–14,999 spending range, smart-casual dress code, limited evening hours, and Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
Is lunch or dinner better at LA MARGHERITA?
Dinner is the clear choice. LA MARGHERITA is open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 6–9 PM.
Is LA MARGHERITA good for solo dining?
Solo diners should note the Tokyo location, JPY 10,000–14,999 spending range, smart-casual dress code, and limited dinner hours.
