I came to eat at a super stylish food court located on the basement level 2 of Toranomon Hills, where I previously had an interest in Israeli cuisine. The space is small, with a counter and two-person tables, but it is a very comfortable environment enveloped in the warmth of natural wood. I ordered the Hummus Bolognese plate, and pita bread is unlimited. The plate is colorful and beautifully presented, making it a feast for the eyes as well. I put the Bolognese in the pita and added cilantro and green chili as toppings. The look of the dish reminds me of Mexican or Brazilian cuisine, but the taste is completely different; it is light and maximizes the flavors of the ingredients. This dish is so satisfying that I could eat as much as I want without feeling heavy or bored. I even added two more pita breads without any guilt because of the delightful taste. It felt like savoring the accumulated history in each bite, making for a wonderfully fulfilling lunch. Additionally, the young, handsome staff member was friendly, polite, refreshing, and classy, which made the experience even more enjoyable. I had a truly wonderful time here and would love to come back again.

On my way back from Tokyo Node, I decided to have dinner using a meal coupon that came with my ticket while wandering around B2. I discovered the dinner lunch plate in the picture. I believe food is a part of culture, so I treated myself to it. After a long time, I enjoyed a glass of YARDEN. It’s truly a delicious wine. Both food and wine come from human endeavors. It was all very tasty. Thank you for the meal!

I visited Toranomon Hills Station for a purpose, and I couldn't wait to check out the popular Israeli restaurant Ta'im that I heard about. (The main branch is in Hiroo.) Israel is a hidden gem when it comes to gourmet food, and while I've been to the restaurant in Marunouchi, I was excited to find it in Toranomon as well! ✨ The falafel is a popular choice, but since I love game meat, I opted for the lamb meat set, which is limited to just 10 servings! It came with fresh salad, hummus, potatoes, and pita bread. The lamb was seasoned a bit sweet, full of umami, and incredibly tender. I enjoyed it all wrapped in pita bread. It was delicious! The spices brought me a taste of the Middle East, and the richness of the lamb fat, combined with the flavor of the hummus and the crunchiness of the salad, added a refreshing touch. Israeli cuisine truly is amazing. I wanted a beer to go with it, but since I had work in the afternoon, I held back. I’ll definitely come back on the weekend to enjoy it with a beer! Eating a delicious lunch makes me feel so happy and fulfilled. I’m grateful for the days when I can enjoy such meals. The new gourmet spot at Toranomon Hills Station was fantastic! I will definitely be back!

Trying casual Israeli cuisine for lunch might be a bit adventurous, but it was worth it! The soup was rich and delicious, and my first experience with Israeli food involved wrapping ingredients in a bread-like product. It featured chickpeas, pork, salad, and potatoes, all balanced and with a mild flavor that seemed to cater to Japanese tastes. I appreciated being able to casually drop by the counter! The homemade lemonade was also very tasty!

I entered the restaurant around 8:00 PM on a weekday. There were a few customers at the counter. The food was served quickly, and popcorn was served as an appetizer. All the dishes were quite authentic, and the cinnamon lamb roast and chickpea paste were especially delicious. In addition, we ordered four pieces of white bread, which we shared, and we became quite full. Putting the chickpea paste and pickled vegetables inside the bread made it taste really good. I recommend the plate with various items for around 1700 yen! I feel like I'll want to eat this again in a few months.

During lunchtime, in the food court of Toranomon Hills during a seminar break, I decided to try an exotic Middle Eastern restaurant. I ordered the falafel plate and the schnitzel plate. The falafel looks like meatballs but is actually a spicy vegetable croquette made from chickpeas. The schnitzel is chicken katsu, not beef or pork. The vegetable soup was delicious. Hummus, made from chickpeas and sesame paste, feels akin to rice in Japanese cuisine, perhaps like tsukudani. It's eaten with pita bread. The flavor is gentle, but it lacks a bit of punch. I expected a taste similar to shish kebab, but being closer to Mediterranean and European flavors, it had a resemblance to a spicier version of American cuisine. Considering the price, location, and the overall experience, I was satisfied.

There was a time in my life when I ate falafel sandwiches once or twice a week for about three years, so I sometimes have a strong craving for them. My eldest son suddenly said he wanted to eat hummus, so I started looking for a Middle Eastern restaurant. I remembered a place in Marunouchi where I had enjoyed falafel before, so I decided to check it out. We ordered the classic Middle Eastern dishes: tabbouleh salad, hummus, falafel, and kebabs. Everything was delicious, so we were quite satisfied, but we found the portions a bit small for our appetites. It seems like a place meant more for enjoying drinks in the evening rather than for a full meal.

The atmosphere is not particularly great since it's a food court area, but everything I ate was delicious. The flavors were new, yet it seemed to be customized for Japanese tastes, making it easy to enjoy. I don't often get the chance to eat Middle Eastern cuisine, so this place might be at the top of my list when I visit Toranomon Hills. This is a memo for my future self. I also want to try the dinner course at least once. That said, there are so many restaurants I want to visit at Toranomon Hills, it's a bit overwhelming.

A falafel plate for 1,580 yen at a famous Israeli restaurant in Hiro-o has opened in the Toranomon Hills Station Tower. Mori Building really excels at bringing in well-known restaurants for their second locations. The food is vegan but very satisfying, and the fact that pita bread is unlimited is a nice touch. The falafel has a unique taste that's quite addictive.

I have visited several restaurants in Ebisu, but this popular spot is worth the distance from the station. This particular location, situated in the Toranomon Station Tower, was quite lucky to get into on a weekday night without a reservation. It’s very convenient and appreciated. The staff explains the dishes in detail and everything is delicious, which made for a satisfying experience.

The restaurant has a stylish counter where you can enjoy your meal. The dishes, such as chickpea croquettes and shakshuka served in skillets, are easy to eat and familiar flavors. The homemade lemonade is refreshing and complements the food well. Additionally, the cute dishware adds to the enjoyment of various meals.

During my lunch break at the internship, I heard we were going to the food court at Toranomon Hills. However, it wasn't what I imagined a food court to be; it was a super stylish food court. As expected from Toranomon. I had a hard time deciding where to eat, but since opportunities to try Mediterranean cuisine don't come around often, I chose that option. I went with my gut and ordered the falafel plate. The falafel was a hit, simply put, it’s a chickpea croquette, but it was fragrant with herbs and spices, giving it a delightful toastiness. Even though it was fried food, it was surprisingly light and didn’t lead to any heaviness in my stomach. The sliced potatoes that came with the plate were also surprisingly delicious. I wasn't a fan of the soup, but overall, I was glad to have discovered falafel! It was a bit pricey for lunch given the location, but since it was my internship, my tutor treated me. Thank you for the meal!

This is a shop located in the middle of T-Market in the Toranomon Hills Station Tower. I ordered the limited edition Hummus Bolognese plate available only at the Toranomon location. The creaminess of the bolognese combined perfectly with the hummus, and it was very delicious. It also came with a soup packed with spices, making for a satisfying lunch that left me full.

I came to this restaurant to learn about Israeli cuisine while studying Hebrew. It was my first time trying it, and I surprisingly found it quite light and enjoyable. The lamb plate was delicious. I was also satisfied that I could have wine in the afternoon. It's a great place where you can easily go alone for a quick meal. Thank you very much!

This is a restaurant located on the second basement floor of the Toranomon Hills Station Tower Building. I visited for lunch and ordered the Hummus Bolognese Plate for 1,580 yen. First, a hearty and hot soup filled with ingredients was served. Next, the plate arrived. It was my first time trying hummus, which is a paste made from chickpeas and sesame. It truly had a taste I had never experienced before. Even the salad had a dressing that was completely new to me, allowing me to enjoy a taste of exotic cuisine.

I ordered a set meal at a food court-like place in Toranomon Hills. As for the taste, it didn’t feel particularly special. If I had to choose, I’d prefer a Middle Eastern restaurant over an Israeli one. It might be a bit scruffier, but the prices are lower, so since I have a laid-back attitude, I would go for that option.

The other day, after work, I found myself at Toranomon Hills via the subway. On a whim, I decided to stop by "Ta-im Toranomon," located on the B2F of the T-MARKET in the Toranomon Hills Station Tower. It was my first visit, and I was surprised by how many different shops were in the area. Since it wasn’t the weekend, it wasn't overly crowded, making it an interesting place to explore. The Toranomon Hills Station is directly connected, and it's about a five-minute walk from Toranomon Station. From the Business Tower side, where I often wander, you can see it across the main street. This restaurant offers Mediterranean-style Israeli home-cooked cuisine, using ingredients sourced directly from Israel. They prepare all the dishes from scratch, with no additives. Although I've never been to the original location in Hiroo, I have visited "Ta-im Marunouchi" before, which was very accessible from my workplace pre-COVID. When I found out that they had a location at Toranomon Hills, I thought I’d give it a try! What comes to mind when you think of Israel? Jerusalem? Conflicts? A tech-savvy nation? Wine? There are many images people might conjure. Interestingly, many of my colleagues who studied in the UK seem to have eaten falafel while there, continually exclaiming, "Falafel! Falafel!" (laughs). For me, it's about wine. I actually enjoy Israeli wine quite a bit; I might have had the Gewürztraminer several times. It’s quite different in taste and aroma from those from Alsace, France, and I was surprised the first time I tried it. I even have it stocked in my wine cellar at home. Speaking of falafel, I can still get some at "Mishmish," an Arab restaurant in Ginza, which also has some interesting dishes. If you're curious, it's worth a visit (laughs). Now, back to the restaurant, which has a counter-centric seating arrangement, with a couple of tables for two or three. As I often do after work, I came in alone and sat at the counter. I ordered two falafel for 380 yen, cinnamon kebab for 1280 yen, shakshuka for 1580 yen, and one pita bread for 380 yen. It might sound like a lot for someone drinking, but I think food takes precedence over drinks for me (laughs). If you can imagine the dishes just from their names, you might have a solid grasp of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. For drinks, I went for three glasses of wine: one white, one red, and another red. While they have Italian wines, I thought, why not go for Israeli wine! So, I decided to stick with wines from the Golan Heights Winery. I believe they have about four different brand names, but the ones commonly seen in Japan are the Mount Hermon series and the Yarden series. Previously, I thought the difference between the Mount Hermon and Yarden was based on whether they were blends or single varietals, but recently they've introduced a Cabernet Sauvignon single varietal to the Mount Hermon lineup, making it harder to differentiate (laughs). It seems that as Golan Heights Winery gains international acclaim, the Yarden series has become pricier, especially with the weak yen in Japan. Typically, a bottle of Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon costs around 6000 to 7000 yen. If a French or Italian wine or a Californian wine is priced similarly, I believe most people, not specifically wine aficionados, would likely lean towards the more familiar options instead of a wine from Israel. Hence, I think that creating a single varietal cabernet priced around 2500 yen would make it more accessible. Just a thought! By the way, I've only seen the Mount Hermon series as a single varietal — does anyone know if there are others? They had bottles of both lines available, but only the Mount Hermon series could be ordered by the glass. I had: - Mount Hermon White 2022 - Glass for 980 yen - Mount Hermon Indigo 2022 - Glass for 980 yen - Mount Hermon Red 2022 - Glass for 980 yen I started with a toast using the Mount Hermon White. It was my first time tasting it, and while the menu didn't mention what grapes were used, the staff mentioned it was a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. It had quite an aromatic presence. The color was a greenish-yellow, with predominant citrus notes and a hint of herbal essence. I suspect the tropical and floral notes came from the Viognier, but overall, it had a refreshing acidity and dryness. The alcohol content was 13.5%, so it felt rather potent. There didn’t seem to be any oak influence, suggesting it might have been fermented in stainless steel to maintain its clean profile. As I sipped on my white wine, the falafel arrived. Although fried, it’s made from chickpeas rather than potatoes, often regarded as a national dish in Israel. It has a very light texture and mild flavor, served with tahini — a sauce made from ground white sesame seeds. Fascinating, right? Next was the cinnamon kebab, which I assumed from the name. It's made with a mix of lamb and beef, seasoned with special spices and wrapped around cinnamon sticks before grilling. The flavor leaned more towards lamb, with a strong spice profile and distinct cinnamon notes. It reminded me of kofta I tried in Izmir, Turkey, while hoping to visit the Ephesus ruins. It’s not the cheapest dish, but I could probably eat ten of them (laughs). Now, with the spicy cinnamon kebab, I thought a red wine would be better and ordered the Mount Hermon Indigo. The menu mentioned it's a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Considering the strong spices in the kebab, I figured the Syrah would pair nicely. It had an alcohol content of 14%, giving it a robust feel. Its color was a ruby reddish-violet, with flavors of blueberry, blackberry, and cassis. The presence of Syrah certainly contributed to its spicy taste, which I found to complement the cinnamon kebab perfectly. Then, I ordered the shakshuka. This dish is quite famous in Israel, and when I mentioned I had it to my colleagues, they nostalgically replied, "I used to eat that all the time!" I was surprised! Shakshuka consists of a spicy tomato-based sauce with eggs, fried eggplant, and feta cheese baked together. I wondered what it resembles in Japanese cuisine — maybe lasagna? Of course, it was my first time trying it, and with the combination of tomato sauce and cheese, you can't really go wrong. Apparently, Israelis enjoy it with pita bread for breakfast, an enticing prospect (laughs)! I decided to order the pita bread since I was there, and it’s said to be the precursor to pizza. Made from wheat flour, it puffs up during cooking, creating a pocket. It came in a set of four for 380 yen, which felt like good value. Since it was tomato-based, I figured I’d finish with a red wine, so I ordered the Mount Hermon Red. While it wasn’t mentioned on the menu, the staff told me it’s quite similar to a Bordeaux blend. This one also had an alcohol content of 14%. Similar to my subjective impression, it appeared as a dark garnet cherry red, possibly slightly darker than the previous red. However, it didn’t feel markedly heavier nor did it show an obvious difference in taste. If anything, it had more structure and tannins, while the spicy profile I picked up from the previous Cabernet and Syrah was absent here, which was surprising. As for the atmosphere of the restaurant — as noted, the seating is primarily at the counter surrounding the kitchen, with a few tables scattered about. It seemed to have two male staff members. I didn’t engage much in conversation, but since I had some knowledge about Israeli wines and dishes, the staff shared various insights regarding them, which I found fascinating. That's the joy of dining out at a restaurant or bar. The wines are reasonably priced, and although the menu isn't extensive, you get to try some unique dishes. The bill could be settled with a credit card, which was convenient. I didn’t see any luggage racks or hangers since it’s one corner of the floor, so I just placed my bag on the adjacent seat. Thank you for the meal! The Marunouchi location felt bright even at night, more like a café, while this one had a dim atmosphere resembling a wine bar, which I personally preferred. If you’re looking to try something unique to snack on while enjoying drinks, I highly recommend giving it a shot!

【Toranomon Hills】#taim︎︎︎︎︎︎ ☑︎Schnitzel Plate 1580 yen This is an Israeli restaurant with its main shop in Hiroo. I wasn't sure how to eat it at first and ended up eating everything separately, but apparently, the correct way is to put the ingredients in the pita bread. The presentation is stylish, and the taste is quite mild and enjoyable! There are no strong flavors. I especially liked the hummus and the creamy curry-flavored soup that came out first! It’s a bit pricey, so it’s hard to make this a regular lunch spot for office workers, but I’d like to go again if I get the chance.

I discovered an Israeli restaurant inside T-MARKET at Toranomon Hills while waiting for my friend, whose work had run long. I was wandering around when I found it and decided to go in. There were a few other people sitting alone at the counter besides me, and the atmosphere in the restaurant felt welcoming for women dining solo. I ordered hummus topped with meat, pita bread, and a mojito. Oh, it was delicious! Adding the paprika powder that came with it made it even better! This was definitely a winner. The hummus had a thick, hearty texture that filled me up; I could have easily gotten full just with the hummus and pita bread alone. I will definitely come back! I plan to do a bit more research and try another location next time. For those who may be unsure about what to order at places like this, it would be helpful to have a brief explanation of portion sizes and popular menu items. (The man at the next table recommended dishes that ended up being too much for him to finish.)

I ordered the falafel plate for lunch. The soup that came first was very delicious. The falafel plate had spices that were flavorful without being spicy, which is often not the case and tends to dry out your mouth, but it was really tasty. The pita bread was unlimited, and I ordered one extra piece.

The food is extremely delicious, and the staff is friendly. It's perfect for enjoying drinks while nibbling on small bites. Personally, I really like it! However, it's not suited for those who want to settle down at a large table for a more relaxed and lively experience. It's great for 1 or 2 people to enjoy a leisurely drink. I would love to visit the main branch! The flowers are lovely, too.