Sicilia Ya
Bunkyō, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 16-seat Sicilian counter near Todaimae Station serving rustic Italian and a deep Sicilian wine list. Tabelog 100 recognition for 2025, 2023, and 2021. Dinner runs JPY 6,000–7,999, lunch JPY 4,000–4,999. Book ahead for weekend dinners; Sunday lunch is easiest. Wine-driven, casual, and reliable for regulars who care more about pairing than plating.
About Sicilia Ya
Sicilia Ya is a Tokyo dining venue with casual dress, listed price ranges of JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999, and inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025. Hours are Wednesday and Friday 6:00–10:30 PM, Saturday 5:00–10:00 PM, and Sunday 12:00–2:30 PM and 5:00–10:00 PM. Sicilia Ya is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
Sicilia Ya in Tokyo
Sicilia Ya is recognized in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025, and the venue sits within Tokyo's broader dining landscape. For comparison, Ma Poule, Yoshoku Wine Fritz, and Avranches Guesnay offer different dining contexts, while Sicilia Ya is defined by its Tokyo location, casual dress, price range, hours, and 2025 Tabelog recognition.
Hours, Price, and Casual Dress
The hours are Wednesday and Friday dinner from 6:00–10:30 PM, Saturday from 5:00–10:00 PM, and Sunday from 12:00–2:30 PM and 5:00–10:00 PM. Sicilia Ya is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Listed prices are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999. Dress code is casual.
Watabe and Morikawa provide other dining reference points, while Sicilia Ya should be considered for its Tokyo location, casual dress, price range, hours, and 2025 Tabelog recognition.
Check the address, station access, payment details, seating count, reservation method, and dietary accommodations directly before visiting. Location should be understood simply as Tokyo.
Sicilia Ya is recognized in Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025. For earlier award years, exact ratings, opening history, specific dishes, and other details, check directly before planning around them.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒113-0001 Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Hakusan, 1 Chome−5−5 ＭＣ白山ビル １F
- Website
- instagram.com/siciliaya
- Phone
- +81 80-2780-0486
Venue details
Ambiance
Guest reviews describe a subdued, warm, and refined atmosphere that feels like stepping from Tokyo into Sicily, with a humble neighborhood setting, cozy 20-seat room including a counter, and a focus on relaxed, conversational dining rather than a flashy design.
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Vibe
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Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2014
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒113-0001 Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Hakusan, 1 Chome−5−5 ＭＣ白山ビル １F
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒113-0001 Tokyo, Bunkyo City, Hakusan, 1 Chome−5−5 ＭＣ白山ビル １F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
Restaurant context
Within Tokyo's Italian scene, this venue sits in the middle tier for price but punches above for wine depth. Yoshoku Wine Fritz undercuts it at JPY 2,000–3,999 and offers a broader European wine selection, making it a better pick if you want variety without the Sicilian focus. Ma Poule leans French at a similar price point (¥¥) and delivers a more refined room, so choose that if you prefer polished service and classic French technique. Avranches Guesnay drops to JPY 1,000–1,999 and works for a quick, casual bite without the wine commitment. Watabe pivots entirely to unagi at a comparable price (¥¥), and Morikawa steps up to kaiseki with a higher price and formality.
The counter-only format here makes it easier to book than places with private rooms, and the Sicilian wine list is the clearest differentiator, if you're hunting for Etna reds or obscure natural labels, this is your best bet in Hakusan. For value, Yoshoku Wine Fritz edges ahead; for wine specificity, this venue wins. If you can't secure a reservation, Ma Poule offers a similar mid-tier price with French wines and more flexible seating, while Avranches Guesnay provides a budget-friendly fallback. Watabe and Morikawa serve entirely different categories, so compare only if you're open to pivoting away from Italian entirely.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Sicilia Ya in Tokyo?
Consider Ma Poule, Yoshoku Wine Fritz, Avranches Guesnay, Watabe, or Morikawa, depending on the kind of dining experience you want. Compare current menus, formats, locations, and prices directly before choosing.
Is Sicilia Ya good for solo dining?
If you plan to dine solo, ask Sicilia Ya directly about counter or table availability. Sicilia Ya's details include its Tokyo location, casual dress code, listed price ranges, operating hours, and Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition.
Is Sicilia Ya worth the price?
Sicilia Ya's listed price ranges are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999. It also has Tabelog 100 - Italian - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. Whether it is worth the price depends on your preferences and the current offering.
Is lunch or dinner better at Sicilia Ya?
Hours include Sunday 12:00–2:30 PM and 5:00–10:00 PM, plus Wednesday and Friday 6:00–10:30 PM and Saturday 5:00–10:00 PM. Sunday offers both lunch and dinner, while Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday are dinner hours.
