Mikawaya
Chūō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Mikawaya brings 74 years of yoshoku tradition to Ginza Mitsukoshi, earning Tabelog 100 recognition for its grilled fish, croquettes, and steak. Lunch (JPY 8,000–9,999) offers better value than dinner (JPY 10,000–14,999) for solo diners and couples; the spacious, family-friendly room books easily and welcomes BYO. Reserve 1–2 weeks ahead for weekend dinners, or walk in Sunday lunch for easier access.
About Mikawaya
Mikawaya is a Tokyo dining venue with useful details for planning: listed price ranges of JPY 8,000–9,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999, daily hours from 11 AM to 9 PM, and a smart-casual dress code. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025. Specific claims about the room, menu, service format, address, seating, or booking policies are not available, so this guide stays focused on available information.
Price and Timing
Hours run from 11 AM to 9 PM every day, but separate lunch and dinner menus, service formats, or time-specific pricing are not available. The two price bands are JPY 8,000–9,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999; diners should treat those as planning ranges rather than assume a particular menu structure. For visitors comparing options in Tokyo, Mikawaya sits in a higher price bracket and is best approached as a planned meal rather than a casual low-cost stop.
Compared with allowed dining references such as Bon Bonheur, Chinese Sai Lao Shisen Pyaoshan Ginza mitsukoshi ten, Frederic Cassel Ginza mitsukoshi ten, Ginza Oojuri, and Zakuro Ginza ten, Mikawaya’s profile is simple: Tokyo location, daily 11 AM–9 PM hours, smart-casual dress, the listed price bands, and Tabelog recognition. Because seat count, walk-in availability, family policies, terrace access, parking, and service charges are not available, confirm those details directly before making plans.
Recognition
Mikawaya’s recognition is Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025. That supports describing the venue in relation to that recognition, but specific dishes, ingredients, beverages, chef history, founding year, or menu format are not available. Claims about particular menu items, drinks, BYO, or a tasting-menu structure should therefore be confirmed by the venue directly.
For first-timers exploring Tokyo's dining scene, the most dependable planning details are straightforward: Mikawaya is in Tokyo, opens daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, has a smart-casual dress code, and lists the price ranges above. The 11 AM opening can work for earlier dining plans, while the 9 PM closing helps frame evening timing; however, last-order times and reservation windows are not available.
Booking and Timing
Information on phone number, online booking method, language support, walk-in policy, closure exceptions, parking arrangement, or recommended booking lead time is not available. Guests should confirm reservations, availability, and any special requirements directly through current official channels before visiting. Smart casual is the dress code, so plan attire accordingly.
Mikawaya’s appeal is its Tokyo setting, price ranges, daily 11 AM–9 PM schedule, smart-casual expectation, and Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition. If comparing it with Zakuro Ginza ten, Ginza Oojuri, Bon Bonheur, Chinese Sai Lao Shisen Pyaoshan Ginza mitsukoshi ten, or Frederic Cassel Ginza mitsukoshi ten, keep the comparison general unless you have current details for each venue. Choose Mikawaya when those basics fit your plans and budget.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4 Chome−7−12 銀座三越新館 1F
- Website
- ginza-mikawaya.com
- Phone
- +81 3-3561-2006
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mikawaya in Ginza presents a classic, historically rooted dining experience that leans on decades of tradition. Established 74 years ago, it foregrounds yoshoku — Japanese-style Western plates — with signature items like croquettes and steak prepared in the style introduced to Japan by Mr. S. Wile. The restaurant emphasizes authenticity and culinary continuity, making it a touchstone for diners seeking longstanding local interpretations of Western cuisine. The listing also notes a no-smoking policy, reinforcing a straightforward, no-frills atmosphere where the cooking and legacy take center stage.
Venue details
Ambiance
The ambiance is that of a refined, old-school Ginza Western restaurant: white-tablecloth formality without stiffness, warm professional service, and a quietly elegant dining room that reflects its long history and focus on high-quality ingredients and classic technique.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Shiba shrimp gratin
- Beef au gratin
- Grilled Kobe sirloin steak
- Ebi fry (fried shrimp)
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4 Chome−7−12 銀座三越新館 1F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4 Chome−7−12 銀座三越新館 1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bon Bonheur, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Chinese Sai Lao Shisen Pyaoshan Ginza mitsukoshi ten, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Frederic Cassel Ginza mitsukoshi ten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Zakuro Ginza ten, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Ginza Oojuri, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 10,000–14,999 for dinner, Mikawaya competes directly with Zakuro Ginza ten (JPY 8,000–9,999 dinner, JPY 2,000–2,999 lunch) and Ginza Oojuri (JPY 8,000–9,999). Zakuro leans kaiseki-adjacent with shabu-shabu and seasonal vegetables, while Oojuri emphasizes tempura and izakaya-style sharing plates. Mikawaya's Western-protein focus, steak, croquettes, grilled fish, occupies a distinct lane within Ginza's yoshoku tier. For pure value, Chinese Sai Lao Shisen Pyaoshan (JPY 2,000–2,999 lunch, JPY 6,000–7,999 dinner) and Bon Bonheur (JPY 1,000–1,999) offer department-store convenience at lower price points, though neither holds Tabelog yoshoku recognition.
Mikawaya's 42-seat main room and 8-seat terrace provide more breathing space than Oojuri's tighter counter setup, making it the better pick for families and groups up to 20. Zakuro and Chinese Sai Lao Shisen handle private bookings but lack the BYO flexibility Mikawaya permits. If booking difficulty matters, Mikawaya's phone and online reservation systems accept walk-ins more readily than omakase-only peers; contrast this with high-demand tempura or sushi counters that require 3–4 weeks' lead time. Choose Mikawaya when yoshoku technique and flexible logistics outweigh the kaiseki pageantry Zakuro delivers, or when lunch pricing (JPY 8,000–9,999) aligns better with your budget than Oojuri's evening-only operations.
For diners splitting time between Ginza and broader Tokyo exploration, Frederic Cassel (JPY 2,000–2,999) offers French pastry in the same Mitsukoshi building, pair it with a Mikawaya lunch for a full Ginza department-store day. If grilled proteins and Western technique matter less than ramen or izakaya variety, redirect to 3 Chome no Curry Ya San or 124. KAGURAZAKA for yakitori. Mikawaya earns its tariff through sustained Tabelog yoshoku status and 74-year operational continuity, factors that justify the premium over entry-level Ginza tenants without the omakase-tier anxiety or lead-time friction.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mikawaya handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary-restriction handling is not available. Contact Mikawaya directly before visiting if you have allergies, ingredient restrictions, or other dietary needs.
What should a first-timer know about Mikawaya?
Mikawaya is in Tokyo, is open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, has a smart-casual dress code, and has price ranges of JPY 8,000–9,999 and JPY 10,000–14,999. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025. Specific details about seating, service style, reservations, or menu items are not available.
Is Mikawaya good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability is not available. The planning details are the Tokyo location, daily 11 AM–9 PM hours, smart-casual dress code, and the listed price ranges. Solo guests should confirm availability and seating directly before visiting.
What should I order at Mikawaya?
Specific dishes and menu recommendations are not available. Mikawaya has Tabelog 100 - Yoshoku - EAST - 2025 recognition, but diners should check the current menu directly before deciding what to order.
What should I wear to Mikawaya?
The dress code is smart casual. No further dress-code exceptions or venue-specific attire guidance is available.
