LITTLE SMITH
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A basement cocktail bar in Ginza blending wine-focused drinks with relaxed counter and sofa seating. At JPY 6,000–7,999 plus cover, it delivers Tabelog 100 Bar craft without premium-tier pricing or booking friction, though smoking throughout narrows its appeal.
About LITTLE SMITH
At JPY 6,000–7,999, LITTLE SMITH sits in a measured price band for a Tokyo bar visit. It is a Tokyo venue with evening hours from Monday through Saturday, Sunday closure, a smart casual dress code, Tabelog 100 Bar recognition in 2022. Those facts make the safest framing straightforward: LITTLE SMITH is best considered as a bar for an evening in Tokyo, rather than as a restaurant-style meal, lunch destination, or tasting-menu format.
A Tokyo Bar with Clearly Stated Evening Hours
LITTLE SMITH is open Monday through Saturday from 6 PM to 2 AM and is closed on Sunday. Because the listing does not specify menu format, seating style, design details, signature drinks, or food service, expectations should stay broad: plan for an evening bar visit in Tokyo and avoid assuming a particular format beyond what is stated. The listed price range of JPY 6,000–7,999 gives useful budgeting context for guests comparing Tokyo bar options.
Recognition, Dress Code, Planning Context
The clearest external marker is LITTLE SMITH's selection for Tabelog 100 Bar in 2022. That recognition supports its standing as a notable Tokyo bar, while the confirmed smart casual dress code gives practical guidance for what to wear. Comparable options like Ginza Kazen may suit travelers comparing experiences in Tokyo; LITTLE SMITH should be evaluated on its confirmed bar category, price range, hours, dress code, recognition rather than on assumptions about format or specialties. Those exploring Tokyo's broader bar landscape should also consider venues in our full Tokyo bars guide for additional context across styles and price tiers.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−4−12 B2F
- Website
- littlesmith.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-5568-1993
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, convivial, and refined, with contemporary design, high ceilings, a sleek island bar, and a classic old-Tokyo bar feel.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−4−12 B2F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- 銀座 上瀧, Notable alternative
- 魚治 はら田, Notable alternative
- ロオジエ, Notable alternative
- Renge Equriosity Shinbashi, Notable alternative
- Ginza Kazen, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Restaurant context
LITTLE SMITH occupies the middle ground among Ginza's cocktail options, trading accessibility for polish. At JPY 6,000–7,999 plus a JPY 1,500 cover, it undercuts Ginza Kazen, where dinner checks run JPY 30,000–39,999 and lunch JPY 10,000–14,999, though Kazen operates as a full dining venue rather than a pure bar. For drinkers prioritizing ease of entry and conversational volume over prestige pedigree, LITTLE SMITH's walk-in policy and 25-seat layout beat the reservation lottery attached to Tokyo's trophy bars. The wine-forward cocktail menu differentiates it from spirit-centric programs common at hotel bars, appealing to guests seeking lower-ABV complexity rather than classic Martini precision.
Nearby Ginza dining addresses like 銀座 上瀧, 魚治 はら田, and ロオジエ function as pre- or post-dinner anchors rather than direct bar competitors, though Renge Equriosity Shinbashi in adjacent Shinbashi offers a dining-forward alternative if hunger outweighs the cocktail priority. LITTLE SMITH serves best as a standalone drinks destination for visitors allocating two hours rather than four, delivering Tabelog-recognized craft without the formality or cost structure of Ginza's upper tier.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about LITTLE SMITH?
Expect a Tokyo bar with a listed budget of JPY 6,000–7,999, evening hours from Monday through Saturday, Sunday closure. Its Tabelog 100 Bar recognition in 2022 is the clearest external marker provided.
What are alternatives to LITTLE SMITH in Tokyo?
If you are comparing LITTLE SMITH with other Tokyo options, consider Ginza Kazen or other unnamed Tokyo drinking and dining rooms depending on the kind of evening you want. LITTLE SMITH is best framed as a bar rather than as a full restaurant alternative.
What should I wear to LITTLE SMITH?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose clothing that feels polished enough for a Tokyo bar without assuming a stricter formal requirement.
Is the tasting menu worth it at LITTLE SMITH?
LITTLE SMITH is not identified as a tasting-menu venue. It should be approached as a Tokyo bar unless the venue directly confirms a different format.
Does LITTLE SMITH handle dietary restrictions?
Is lunch or dinner better at LITTLE SMITH?
LITTLE SMITH's hours are 6 PM–2 AM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed. No lunch service is listed, so it is best planned as an evening or late-night bar visit.
