Tachinomi Todaka
Shinagawa, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Course-only izakaya in a 12-seat Gotanda basement charging JPY 10,000–14,999 for creative multi-dish progressions and sake pairings. Tabelog 100 (Izakaya EAST) recognition in 2024 and 2025 validates the premium, but reservation access is restricted to rebooking guests: new diners face booking difficulty unless referred.
About Tachinomi Todaka
Tachinomi Todaka is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 10,000–14,999 and a casual dress code. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition, placing it among notable izakaya-category selections in eastern Japan.
Basics and Planning Details
Current service format, seating arrangement, reservation policy, and menu structure can change.
What can be stated with confidence is the price band: JPY 10,000–14,999. That places Tachinomi Todaka in a higher-spend range than many casual Tokyo dining options, so it is worth confirming the current menu, payment expectations, and any dietary or allergy needs before you commit.
Where It Sits Among Tokyo Izakaya
Within Tokyo dining, Tachinomi Todaka is best approached as a premium-priced option rather than a casual low-cost stop. The Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition gives it a clearer izakaya-category reference point. For exact rankings, scores, prior award years, or specific comparisons, consult current source material rather than relying on assumptions.
Comparable venue references include Oniyanma Gotanda honten, Hot Spoon Gotanda ten, Shokudo Todaka, Swastika, Tachinomi Todaka, and 食堂とだか.
Practical Notes for First-Timers
Tachinomi Todaka is in Tokyo. The price range is JPY 10,000–14,999, and the dress code is casual.
If you cannot find the details you need for Tachinomi Todaka, consider other Tokyo dining options or compare with comparable venue references such as Shokudo Todaka, 食堂とだか, Oniyanma Gotanda honten, Hot Spoon Gotanda ten, or Swastika based on their own current information. Explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide for more options across the city.
Planning details
- Location
- 東京都品川区西五反田1-9-3 リバーライトビル B1F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1316/A131603/13201886
- Phone
- +81364203734
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact basement tavern with counter-focused seating and no smoking, creating a lively yet intimate atmosphere where guests enjoy course-only creative izakaya dishes alongside sake, shochu, and wine.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, Counter dining, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Shochu, Wine
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 東京都品川区西五反田1-9-3 リバーライトビル B1F
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Shokudo Todaka, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- Oniyanma Gotanda honten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- 食堂とだか, Notable alternative
- Swastika, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Hot Spoon Gotanda ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Restaurant context
At JPY 10,000–14,999, Tachinomi Todaka anchors the high end of Gotanda's izakaya spectrum, matching sibling Shokudo Todaka on price but operating with tighter reservation controls. The course-only format removes the drop-in flexibility that makes izakaya appealing for casual groups, while Oniyanma Gotanda honten (under JPY 1,000) and Hot Spoon Gotanda ten (also sub-JPY 1,000) deliver immediate seating and à la carte ordering at a fraction of the cost. If you're chasing Tabelog 100 credentials, Tachinomi Todaka earned consecutive selections in 2024 and 2025, a signal of technical consistency that neither Oniyanma nor Hot Spoon carries.
Swastika (JPY 1,000–1,999) splits the difference, offering seated izakaya dining without the course commitment or rebooking-only restriction. For travelers prioritizing ease of access over awards pedigree, Swastika or Oniyanma make more sense; for those building a Tokyo izakaya shortlist around Tabelog 100 honorees, Tachinomi Todaka justifies the effort if you can navigate the booking barrier. The sibling relationship with Shokudo Todaka raises the question of whether both venues offer meaningfully different experiences, clarify that before choosing one over the other.
Bottom line: book Tachinomi Todaka if you want creative izakaya with award validation and can secure a referral for access. If you need immediate availability or prefer lower price points, Oniyanma and Hot Spoon deliver reliable Gotanda izakaya experiences without the premium or reservation friction.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tachinomi Todaka good for a special occasion?
Possibly, depending on what you want from the meal. The price range is JPY 10,000–14,999, and the dress code is casual, so it may suit a higher-spend but not necessarily formal Tokyo dinner.
How far ahead should I book Tachinomi Todaka?
Because the venue is premium-priced and has Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition, it is sensible to check availability early.
What is the menu format at Tachinomi Todaka?
The menu format may change. The venue has a JPY 10,000–14,999 price range, casual dress code, Tokyo location, and Tabelog 100 - Izakaya - EAST - 2025 recognition.
