PRIMO
Naka, Yokohama
Restaurant in Yokohama, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
PRIMO delivers Tabelog 100-listed Italian cooking in Yokohama's Bashamichi district, with dinner at JPY 10,000–14,999 and lunch at JPY 4,000–4,999. The 24-seat dining room emphasizes pasta and regional technique over spectacle, supported by a sommelier and service that accommodates celebrations without forcing formality. Book for special occasions; walk-ins work at lunch.
About PRIMO
PRIMO in Yokohama is a premium restaurant with a verified price range of JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999. It is listed with daily hours from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM, the stated dress code is smart casual. For diners comparing higher-end options in the city, those are the most useful confirmed planning details.
Italian Recognition in Yokohama
PRIMO is associated with the Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025 list, placing it within a recognized group of Italian-category restaurants. Beyond that confirmed recognition, the available verified data does not specify the chef, signature dishes, menu format, seating layout, or beverage program, so guests should avoid assuming a particular style of meal before booking.
The smart-casual dress code suggests a polished but not overly formal visit. The confirmed price bands place PRIMO above casual dining, so it works best as a planned meal rather than an improvised stop. Guests who need specific menu, allergy, or seating details should confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting.
Service That Fits a Planned Meal
At JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999, PRIMO sits in a range where expectations should be set around a considered restaurant experience. Compared with other Yokohama options such as Bashamichi Jubankan, Sushi Tsugu, Ten Shichi, Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten, or LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE, PRIMO is best evaluated on its confirmed price, hours, dress code, Italian-category recognition rather than unverified details about service style or room layout.
Booking, Timing, Logistics
PRIMO is listed as open daily from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM. The verified information does not include separate last-order times, holiday closures, or irregular closing days, so guests should check directly with the restaurant before relying on a particular time slot.
The verified location information is Yokohama. Specific station access, street address, parking details, neighborhood landmarks are not confirmed here, so they should be checked through an official map or booking source before traveling.
For guests exploring Yokohama's broader dining scene, PRIMO can be considered alongside other named options such as Ten Shichi, Sushi Tsugu, Bashamichi Jubankan, Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten, LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE, or with other dining in Yokohama more generally.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒231-0014 Kanagawa, Yokohama, Naka Ward, Tokiwacho, 5 Chome−72-1 GM横浜馬車道ビル1F
- Website
- tabelog.com/kanagawa/A1401/A140104/14068940
- Phone
- +81 45-305-6652
The take
The Take
The Vibe
PRIMO sits in the historic Kannai–Bashamichi quarter and presents itself as a straightforward Italian spot focused on pasta and regional Italian cooking. The listing emphasizes private rooms and a no-smoking policy, which gives the place a composed, reservation-oriented feel rather than a raucous nightlife vibe. Details are sparse beyond cuisine and location, so the strongest impression comes from its setting in a historic district and the availability of private dining — an indication that the restaurant blends neighborhood character with dining that accommodates focused, sit-down meals.
Best For
PRIMO is especially appropriate for groups that need private space: the listing explicitly advertises private rooms, so it works well for small celebrations, intimate business dinners, or family gatherings where a separate room is preferred. The no-smoking policy and the ability to make online reservations make planning straightforward. Because the description highlights pasta and regional Italian dishes, it also suits diners seeking a focused Italian menu in a quiet, historic neighborhood rather than a late-night or high-energy scene.
Ordering Tips
Reserve online and request a private room if you want a more secluded experience — the listing specifically notes private rooms and online reservations. The menu emphasis in the description is pasta and regional Italian cuisine, so consider ordering a pasta course and regional specialties to get a representative sense of the kitchen. Note the restaurant is listed as no-smoking, which is useful for groups with children or guests who prefer smoke-free dining. Beyond those points the source provides no specific dish recommendations.
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒231-0014 Kanagawa, Yokohama, Naka Ward, Tokiwacho, 5 Chome−72-1 GM横浜馬車道ビル1F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bashamichi Jubankan, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Ten Shichi, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
- Sushi Tsugu, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
PRIMO occupies the middle tier of Yokohama's Italian scene, priced significantly above casual spots like Bashamichi Jubankan or Tonkatsu Aoki Yokohama bashamichi ten (both under JPY 2,000 for dinner) but below the JPY 15,000–19,999 splurge category occupied by Sushi Tsugu. For technique-focused Italian cooking with sommelier support, PRIMO justifies the cost; for a more relaxed trattoria experience, LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE offers similar regional Italian dishes at JPY 3,000–3,999 dinner with less formality and easier walk-in availability.
Where PRIMO distinguishes itself is in service flexibility: the venue permits BYO drinks, accommodates parties over 2.5 hours, welcomes celebrations without upselling extra courses. Ten Shichi, Yokohama's kaiseki option at JPY 8,000–9,999 dinner, offers similar special-occasion framing but in a Japanese idiom; PRIMO is the better choice for guests who want Italian flavors in a structured but non-stuffy setting.
Booking difficulty is minimal across all five venues. PRIMO and Ten Shichi both recommend reservations for weekend dinners but handle walk-ins on weekdays; LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE and the under-JPY-2,000 spots rarely require advance planning. For value, LA FIGLIA DEL PRESIDENTE wins at lunch (JPY 1,000–1,999); for a splurge-worthy meal, Sushi Tsugu's JPY 15,000–19,999 dinner delivers more polish. PRIMO sits in the practical middle: serious cooking, flexible service, a price that doesn't demand perfection.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at PRIMO?
The verified price information lists JPY 10,000–14,999 and JPY 4,000–4,999, with hours from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM daily. The available data does not confirm menu differences, course structure, or service distinctions, so choose based on the time and price range that fit your plans.
What should a first-timer know about PRIMO?
PRIMO is in Yokohama, has a smart-casual dress code, is listed with daily hours from 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM, is associated with Tabelog 100 Italian EAST 2025. The verified data does not include seating count, chef name, signature dishes, or special closure dates.
What should I wear to PRIMO?
Smart casual is the verified dress code. The provided data does not specify further restrictions, so dress neatly and avoid relying on unconfirmed assumptions about the room or occasion.
