Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
A Los Angeles-born prime rib specialist that corrects expectations: Tabelog 100-listed for consistent tableside-carved roast beef in a 248-seat Akasaka dining room. Seasonal menu shifts between hearty winter sides and lighter summer accompaniments, with lunch pricing (JPY 6,000–7,999) offering better value than dinner. Book weekday lunch to test the format; reserve ahead for weekend evenings.
About Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten
Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten is a Tokyo venue with published hours for both midday and evening service. The price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999, and the listed dress code is business casual. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025.
Planning Details
Key planning details include the venue name, Tokyo location, price ranges, hours, business-casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025 recognition. For menu format, seasonal changes, seating layout, service details, beverage program, or building location, check directly with the restaurant before booking.
For planning, the most reliable practical details are that the venue is in Tokyo, it publishes midday and evening operating windows, and the listed budget spans JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999.
Midday vs. Evening: Hours and Budget Bands
Published hours show midday and evening service: Monday to Friday from 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM, and Saturday to Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. Treat those as published budget bands rather than a guaranteed midday-versus-evening breakdown.
For reservation rules, walk-in availability, service charges, payment methods, takeout, delivery, holiday closures, allergy accommodations, or vegetarian options, contact the restaurant directly before making plans.
For diners comparing options, Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten can be considered alongside comparable venues such as 鉄板焼 赤坂, Asada Ya, Neighbors, NiNi, and Zuckerbäckerei Kayanuma, or with other Tokyo dining rooms depending on the occasion and budget. Explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide for additional options across the city.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 1 Chome−8−1 Akasaka Intercity, AIR 3F
- Website
- lawrys.jp/akasaka
- Phone
- +81 50-1807-6745
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Akasaka presents itself as a classic American steakhouse transplanted from Los Angeles. Over 80 years of thick-cut roast beef give the restaurant a timeless, old-school character. The presence of private rooms and the focus on prime rib convey an elegant, formal dining atmosphere rather than a casual spot. The venue has a no-smoking policy, which further supports a polished, deliberate experience. Overall, the venue reads as a refined, legacy steakhouse that leans into tradition and ceremonial beef service.
Best For
This Akasaka outpost of Lawry’s suits business dinners and special occasions where privacy and a classic steakhouse menu matter. Private rooms are explicitly available, making it practical for meetings, celebratory meals, or family gatherings that value a formal table. The heavy emphasis on thick-cut roast beef and an established LA pedigree positions it as a destination for diners seeking a reliable, culinary ritual rather than a quick casual meal. It also caters to groups who want a contained, focused dining experience.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the restaurant’s signature focus: prime rib and thick-cut roast beef are clearly the specialties, so prioritize those dishes when planning a visit. If you need a quieter, more private setting for a group or business conversation, reserve one of the private rooms in advance, since rooms are explicitly available. Note that the venue is a formal, heritage steakhouse and is no-smoking, so expect a traditional menu centered on beef rather than casual small plates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Urban and refined, with a tall, chandelier-lit dining room, large plant decorations, and candlelit tables that create an elegant, business-appropriate atmosphere.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Very Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu, Prix fixe
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Cocktails, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2024
Signature Dishes
- prime rib
- spinning bowl salad
- Yorkshire pudding
- mashed Idaho potatoes
- shrimp cocktail
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 1 Chome−8−1 Akasaka Intercity, AIR 3F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒107-0052 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 1 Chome−8−1 Akasaka Intercity, AIR 3F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Asada Ya, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Zuckerbäckerei Kayanuma, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
- 鉄板焼 赤坂, Notable alternative
- Neighbors, Notable alternative
- NiNi, Provençal / Japanese fusion; seafood-forward; Josper grill techniques, Provençal / Japanese fusion; seafood-forward; Josper grill techniques
Restaurant context
In Tokyo's steak and teppanyaki category, Lawry's occupies a distinct lane: prime rib carved tableside in a high-capacity corporate dining room, priced between casual yakiniku and premium teppanyaki counters. At JPY 10,000–14,999 for dinner, it undercuts boutique beef specialists while delivering Tabelog 100 recognition for execution. Lunch at JPY 6,000–7,999 offers the same prime rib format in smaller portions, making it one of the more accessible entries among Tokyo's award-listed steak venues. Groups and families book more easily here than at intimate counters, and the sommelier-backed wine list adds polish without requiring insider knowledge.
Compare 鉄板焼 赤坂 if you want a teppanyaki counter format with chef interaction, or NiNi for Provençal-Japanese fusion with Josper-grilled seafood rather than beef. Neighbors offers a different American dining mood in a smaller room. For pure value, Lawry's lunch service delivers better cost-per-quality than most Akasaka competitors, though dinner pricing climbs closer to teppanyaki specialists without the theater of tableside preparation. If you prioritize carved prime rib over grilled cuts, this is the clearest choice in central Tokyo.
Booking difficulty is low compared to smaller award-listed steakhouses. Weekday lunches handle walk-ins during off-peak hours; weekend dinners fill faster but rarely require weeks of advance planning. The 248-seat capacity absorbs demand that would overwhelm boutique competitors, making it a reliable fallback when other Tabelog 100 venues are full. Private rooms for 2–20 guests add flexibility for celebrations, though minimum charges apply. If you want consistent prime rib without navigating reservation lotteries or chef-driven teppanyaki rituals, this location prioritizes accessibility over exclusivity.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten?
The basics are that the venue is in Tokyo, the dress code is business casual, and the hours include midday and evening service. Monday to Friday hours are 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday and Sunday hours are 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999.
Is Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten worth the price?
The price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. Whether it is worth the price depends on your expectations, but the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025. For comparison, you can also look at comparable venues such as Asada Ya or 鉄板焼 赤坂.
Is Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten good for a special occasion?
The business-casual dress code and published price ranges may suit some occasions.
Is midday or evening service better at Lawry's The Prime Rib, Akasaka Akasaka ten?
Hours include midday and evening service: weekdays from 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM, and weekends from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. Confirm the current midday-versus-evening menu or value comparison directly with the venue.
