MATTERHORN
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100-listed café-pâtisserie in Gakugei Daigaku offering seasonal cakes and house-made baumkuchen under ¥999. Walk-in only, with both takeaway and tea room service (noon–5 PM). The format is kissa-casual; counter seating, free Wi-Fi, card payments; making it an easy stop for travelers seeking craft sweets without formal pâtisserie ceremony.
About MATTERHORN
MATTERHORN is a Tokyo venue with a price point of ¥999 or less, a casual dress code, recognition on the Tabelog 100 Sweets Tokyo list in 2023.
Opening hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 9 AM to 6:30 PM. Tuesday is closed. For visitors comparing Tokyo sweets or casual stops, MATTERHORN stands out mainly for its accessible price and Tabelog 100 Sweets Tokyo 2023 recognition.
What to order and when to visit
MATTERHORN is a sweets-recognized Tokyo stop, but check the day’s offerings directly with the venue before making plans around any particular item.
Timing is simpler: visit during the 9 AM–6:30 PM hours on open days, avoid Tuesday, when the venue is closed. Plan with some flexibility.
How it sits among Tokyo options
MATTERHORN’s ¥999-or-less price point makes it an accessible Tokyo option, especially compared with many higher-priced meals and dessert stops in the city. If you are comparing allowed nearby or related options such as RUE DE PASSY, TRASPARENTE Gakugei daigaku ten, Spice Kurashi, Teuchi Soba Yakko, or Meguro Hiiragi Himonya kouen doori ten, use MATTERHORN as the lower-price sweets-recognized reference point rather than assuming the same format, menu, or service style.
MATTERHORN is in Tokyo. It can be considered alongside Tokyo's café scene and other casual dining options.
For context, the appeal is straightforward: MATTERHORN combines a casual dress code, a low listed price point, regular daytime hours on most days, a clearly confirmed Tabelog 100 Sweets Tokyo 2023 listing. Check directly for specific seating, payment methods, take-out service, Wi-Fi, or individual specialties before visiting.
If choosing between MATTERHORN and other Tokyo dining options, format should be checked first. MATTERHORN is open 9 AM–6:30 PM on its operating days, closed Tuesday, priced at ¥999 or less, casual.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒152-0004 Tokyo, Meguro City, Takaban, 3 Chome−5−1 カワムラビル
- Website
- matterhorn-tokyo.com
- Phone
- +81 3-3716-3311
Venue details
Ambiance
Classic and calm, with a traditional neighborhood cake-shop feel and a separate tea-room atmosphere for desserts.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- strawberry shortcake
- mont blanc
- pudding
- tarts
- baumkuchen
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒152-0004 Tokyo, Meguro City, Takaban, 3 Chome−5−1 カワムラビル · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Teuchi Soba Yakko, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- RUE DE PASSY, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Meguro Hiiragi Himonya kouen doori ten, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- TRASPARENTE Gakugei daigaku ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Spice Kurashi, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Restaurant context
MATTERHORN's sub-¥999 pricing and Tabelog 100 recognition place it in a sweet spot: more accomplished than Meguro Hiiragi Himonya kouen doori ten (similar price, no awards) but far more accessible than three-times-the-price options elsewhere in Meguro. RUE DE PASSY runs ¥1,000–¥1,999 and skews French bakery rather than kissa-style, while TRASPARENTE Gakugei daigaku ten matches the price tier but focuses on pizza and Italian baked goods instead of sweets. If you're comparing walk-in ease, all three share similar booking simplicity, but MATTERHORN's dual format (shop plus tea room) gives it the most flexibility.
For solo diners or families with children, MATTERHORN's counter seating, family-friendly policy, free Wi-Fi make it more welcoming than venues that prioritize turnover. Teuchi Soba Yakko (¥3,000–¥3,999) and Spice Kurashi (same range) offer fuller meal experiences but require committing to a sit-down lunch or dinner, while MATTERHORN lets you grab a slice and move on or stay for an hour over coffee. If your priority is award-backed quality at the lowest possible price, MATTERHORN delivers; if you want a longer, more structured meal, the neighborhood soba and curry specialists justify their higher cost.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MATTERHORN handle dietary restrictions?
No allergen, vegan, vegetarian, or dietary-restriction information is available. If you have a severe allergy or specific dietary need, confirm directly with MATTERHORN before ordering.
Is MATTERHORN good for solo dining?
MATTERHORN has a casual dress code, Tokyo location, ¥999-or-less price point, daytime opening hours on most days. It does not confirm seating layout, Wi-Fi, service style, or whether the venue is especially set up for solo dining.
What should a first-timer know about MATTERHORN?
MATTERHORN is in Tokyo, is listed at ¥999 or less, has a casual dress code, appears on the Tabelog 100 Sweets Tokyo 2023 list. Hours are 9 AM–6:30 PM on all days except Tuesday, when it is closed.
