Old Imperial Bar
Chiyoda, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Bar 2022 selection inside the Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Old Imperial Bar delivers technically sound cocktails at JPY 5,000–5,999 in a 72-seat space with counter and lounge seating. It trades the exclusivity of reservation-only cocktail bars for walk-in accessibility and hotel convenience, making it a practical choice for solo travelers, business meetings, early-evening drinks without the stress of advance booking.
About Old Imperial Bar
Should you book Old Imperial Bar in Tokyo? The clearest facts are straightforward: Old Imperial Bar is a Tokyo bar with a listed price range of JPY 5,000–5,999, a smart-casual dress code, recognition in Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022. For details such as seating, hours, menu format, reservations, service charges, or specific drinks, check directly with the venue.
That makes Old Imperial Bar a clearly positioned option: a Tokyo bar with moderate premium pricing and a Tabelog bar selection. If those are the factors that matter most, recognition, price range, a smart-casual setting, it belongs on a shortlist. If you need certainty on exact seating, opening hours, dietary accommodations, or a particular drinks program, confirm directly with the venue before planning around it.
Seating and Bar Approach
Details such as seating layout, counter availability, service format, specific cocktail approach should be checked directly with Old Imperial Bar. The broader positioning is clear: this is a Tokyo bar in the JPY 5,000–5,999 range, with smart-casual dress and Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition.
For travelers comparing it with Tokyo's broader cocktail landscape, the practical takeaway is to treat Old Imperial Bar as a recognized bar option rather than assume any particular menu, reservation difficulty, or style of service. Check current venue information if your decision depends on a specific drink category, seating preference, or time of visit.
Comparing With Other Tokyo Venues
Venue comparisons should stay general unless current details are checked. レ セゾン - Les Saisons and THE IMPERIAL LOUNGE AQUA may be relevant names to compare when considering other Tokyo options, depending on their current formats, pricing, menus. Old Imperial Bar's distinction is its Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition and JPY 5,000–5,999 price range.
Other comparable venue names for comparison include Torakuro, Kamon, Imperial Buffet Sal. Use them as reference points only if their current details match what you need. For Old Imperial Bar specifically, the grounded case is simple: Tokyo location, smart-casual dress, JPY 5,000–5,999 pricing, a 2022 Tabelog 100 Bar selection.
Before visiting, check any operational details directly with the venue, especially hours, reservation requirements, seating, accessibility, any food or drink specifics. For visitors staying elsewhere in Tokyo's hotel circuit, Old Imperial Bar can be considered a recognized Tokyo bar; check address and transit details directly before making plans.
Located inside
HotelImperial Hotel TokyoFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒100-8558 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Uchisaiwaicho, 1 Chome−1−1 本館 中2階
- Website
- imperialhotel.co.jp/tokyo/restaurant/old-imperialbar?cid=gmap_tokyo_oldbar
- Phone
- +81 3-3539-8088
Venue details
Ambiance
Glamorous and refined with a strong sense of history, featuring stone, terracotta, leather and wood from Frank Lloyd Wright’s original 1920s art deco hotel, low-key lighting and a calm, polished atmosphere suited to quiet conversation and crafted cocktails.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Mount Fuji cocktail
- Imperial Hotel signature cocktails
- Sandwiches (lunch)
- Steaks and light meals (evening)
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒100-8558 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Uchisaiwaicho, 1 Chome−1−1 本館 中2階 · Directions
imperialhotel.co.jp/tokyo/restaurant/old-imperialbar?cid=gmap_tokyo_oldbar
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Torakuro, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
- レ セゾン - Les Saisons - Hotel Imperial, French, ¥¥¥¥
- Kamon, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Imperial Buffet Sal, Notable alternative
- THE IMPERIAL LOUNGE AQUA, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Restaurant context
Old Imperial Bar occupies the accessible end of Tokyo's award-winning bar spectrum. At JPY 5,000–5,999, it costs roughly half what you'd pay at reservation-only cocktail venues yet carries Tabelog recognition that most hotel bars lack. Torakuro and レ セゾン operate at similar ¥¥¥¥ tiers but focus on full dining experiences rather than cocktail programs. For pure bar service, Old Imperial Bar offers the most credentialed option within the Imperial Hotel complex, while THE IMPERIAL LOUNGE AQUA serves a lighter, lounge-oriented menu at the same price point.
Kamon, priced at JPY 15,000–19,999, represents a significant step up in formality and cost, suited for kaiseki-focused diners rather than cocktail seekers. If you're prioritizing ease of access and hotel convenience, Old Imperial Bar is the clear choice. For deeper cocktail immersion at specialist venues, expect to pay more and book weeks ahead. The trade-off here is straightforward: you sacrifice some of the scene-driven intensity found at Tokyo's hardest-to-book bars but gain walk-in flexibility, spacious seating, a Tabelog-endorsed program that still delivers technical quality. Solo travelers and business diners benefit most from this balance, while groups chasing Tokyo's cutting-edge cocktail culture should look to reservation-only spots elsewhere in the city's bar scene.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Old Imperial Bar?
Old Imperial Bar is in Tokyo, has a JPY 5,000–5,999 price range, uses a smart-casual dress code, was selected for Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022. For meal planning, check the venue's current food offering, menu format, seating details directly, or compare with other Tokyo options.
What should I wear to Old Imperial Bar?
The dress code for Old Imperial Bar is smart casual. Avoid relying on more specific clothing rules unless confirmed directly by the venue.
Is Old Imperial Bar good for a special occasion?
It may be a good fit if you want a Tokyo bar with JPY 5,000–5,999 pricing, smart-casual dress, Tabelog 100 - Bar - 2022 recognition. If your occasion depends on a specific seating style, menu, or service format, confirm those details directly before booking.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Old Imperial Bar?
For structured dining or a specific menu format, compare current options directly and check details before planning. The listed price range for Old Imperial Bar is JPY 5,000–5,999.
