I attended a gathering similar to a class reunion at a very stylish restaurant in Daikanyama. The organizer had already ordered a pairing course, which was very well thought out starting from the appetizers. The service was also very attentive, and I had a pleasant time. I would love to visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

I'm sorry. It seems that I posted while drunk and half asleep yesterday (⌒-⌒; ) This restaurant places a strong emphasis on presentation. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by cut glassware. It's so beautiful. Just drinking water makes you feel cheerful. (*´艸｀*) There are many different cut glassware in the kitchen, even the wine glasses have different shapes. In the back, there are fresh flowers of susuki grass. Just by entering, you can tell that this is a thoughtful restaurant! I immediately had a good feeling about it. (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵)وYes! Actually, my trip to Okinawa was canceled due to a typhoon today, so I decided to eat out every day instead. It was the last day, so I didn't want to miss out. The cuisine here combines Japanese and Italian dishes beautifully. The colors are vibrant and beautiful. The ingredients are surprising, with combinations that make you wonder, "They go together?" (For example, combining watermelon and plum to make juice!) Also, the staff is amazing, handling both the dining room and the dishes efficiently. The superwoman who works there is smart, cute, bright, kind, and has a lovely smile! (๑′ᴗ‵๑) The chef and her work together to run the restaurant smoothly, and her work enhances the dining experience and makes it even more delicious. This is the kind of restaurant you want to visit often. I left the wine selection to the staff and asked for three types. My husband asked for five types. The sparkling wine for the toast was Delaware Sparkling from Yamagata. It had a very fragrant aroma, and I was surprised that it was Japanese wine? Yamagata wines seem to be popular now. I would like to try it again. While saying this, I asked for a non-sparkling white wine from Koshu. I also took a sip of Delaware from my husband. The bubbles were not too strong, so I should have just asked for it as it was. The toast drink. However, the Koshu wine became more flavorful and delicious when paired with the food, so the sommelier chef's selection was excellent! I am grateful that they choose wines that go well with the food and bring them at the right time. I got too excited talking about business during the meal, so I forgot to take photos of the wine halfway through. I'm sorry. Now, onto the food! (๑•̀ㅁ•́๑) The amuse-bouche was a corn macaron with truffle scent. The macaron was served vertically, hiding corn inside, making it visually beautiful and cute. When you eat it, various flavors blend together for a fun experience. Other dishes included watermelon and small plum soup, miso bagna cauda, smoked pecorino cheese with tuna carpaccio, red shrimp and okra spring rolls, marinated soy sauce vinaigrette, seared Hokkaido scallops with shiso genovese, prosciutto with mango and wasabi, burrata cheese with mango and ginger-scented caviar, and more. I have terrible memory, so I had to extract this from the restaurant's notes! Despite the surprising combinations of Japanese and Italian ingredients in each dish, they all worked well together! The pasta was squid ink tagliolini with squid, arugula, and salted kelp, topped with karasumi. The focaccia also had squid ink. (*˘︶˘*).｡.:*♡ For the main course, there was charcoal-grilled duck breast from Iwate with marsala sauce, white eggplant, and a vegetable similar to pumpkin. Dessert included white bear ice cream with passion fruit, azuki beans, mochi-like pineapple with condensed milk. The presentation of each dish was beautiful, and you could feel the thoughtfulness throughout the restaurant. I want to bring my children here soon! By the way, there are private rooms available. It can seat up to six people if you squeeze in a bit. The person next to us received a luxurious birthday cake, which I was admiring! It might be nice to come here for a birthday celebration! (*´꒳`*) I saw that the weekday lunch was 2000 yen, so I would like to try that next time.

Arrived at 7:30 pm and the restaurant was almost full. Italian cuisine with a Japanese touch. The amuse-bouche was a macaron filled with garlic paste enclosed in a soramame bean. It whetted the appetite. The first dish was a carpaccio of sea bream and bruschetta topped with tuna zuke. The rich broth gel complemented the flavor of the sea bream. The combination of tuna zuke and cheese was also delightful. The second dish was grilled scallops. The tender scallops with basil pesto had a bold yet deep flavor. The third dish was squid and arugula tagliatelle. The Japanese broth blended well with the pasta, creating a delicious dish. The fourth dish was roasted pork and summer vegetables. Roasted at high temperature, the pork captured the essence of the ingredients perfectly. The soramame sauce was vibrant and fragrant. For dessert, a sherbet with a rich milk flavor and refreshing lemon was served. Each dish reflected the seasonal essence of Japan. It was a perfect course for a night with three rain showers and humid weather.

I visited for dinner. The 6000 yen course was very reasonable. I opted for the wine pairing and left it to the restaurant. Since the dessert was not enough (lol), I ordered the homemade sorbet.

Every dish was delicious and the plates were cute, it was a feast for the eyes. The attention to detail in the ingredients was evident from the assorted appetizers, and it really lifted my mood! The portion sizes were just right, perfect for those who enjoy sampling a variety of tasty dishes in small portions.

I visited for lunch on Saturday. The course meal with a glass of champagne for a toast was 3800 yen per person, and I was very satisfied with the content! - Appetizer platter: The salmon and other fish were delicious! The homemade focaccia was sweet and tasty! - Pasta: You can choose from 3 types. I chose the cream sauce, and the thick noodles were delicious! - Main dish: I ordered the pan-fried sea bream, which was tender and delicious. My friend had the pork dish, which was also tasty! - Dessert: Tiramisu with strawberries - Coffee or tea All the dishes were delicious! It's just the right amount for women to enjoy leisurely, but men might find it a bit lacking. It would be nice to have the option for a larger portion of pasta.

On a regular day, you can enjoy a stylish lunch in the town of Daikanyama and Ebisu. I found a restaurant where they put a lot of effort into each dish, almost like a course meal, and decided to visit. It's quite a walk from Ebisu station, and there are some steep slopes, which can be tough for the middle-aged. However, maybe because of that, the restaurants are not crowded. The lunch prices are in the range of a few thousand yen, so maybe that's why there are fewer common people. As I was walking, I came across a stylish signboard in the basement of a fashionable building, indicating that there is an affordable lunch course available. I entered and the atmosphere inside was already calm. I started to worry if the lunch really is only 1500 yen... Even before tasting, I was worried that just the presentation of the appetizer platter would cost 1500 yen. But the salad with fresh vegetables and delicious bread made me think it's worth going over budget! Moreover, the pasta was delicious and beautifully presented, typical of Japanese aesthetics. Finally, the dessert arrived in a green bowl, with fresh strawberries beautifully decorated, making me wonder if this is really okay for the price. The lunch was too delicious, I even wanted to ask the staff if they were okay. But the price was really 1500 yen. This is a restaurant where you should come on a weekday to relax and enjoy. Thank you for the meal! I will definitely visit again!

Ebisu is also a fiercely competitive area. There is a Michelin one-star restaurant on top of this building. I had a light lunch course. The appetizers, such as bagna cauda and arugula with goat cheese, had a rich flavor but overall was refreshing. I wished the pasta had a bit more creativity. The main dish was also light. It would be nice if the skin was crispy. The side dishes, including Edomae vegetables, were beautifully presented. Overall, the balance was good. I hope they put more effort into creating specialties. I saw potential in the young staff.

Italian restaurant in Daikanyama. This was my first visit since the name change. They were serving lunch when I arrived, although the lunch sign was small and easy to miss. As I descended the stairs and entered the restaurant, I was greeted by a calm and inviting atmosphere. I was seated at the counter in the back. For my main course, I chose the bacon and nanohana carbonara pasta and the daily fish special. The meal started with appetizers and a salad. The focaccia bread was so good that I had to ask for seconds (haha). The pasta and main course were served on one plate. I particularly enjoyed the herb and breadcrumb-crusted baked fish. The meal also included a drink and cake afterwards, all for 1,500 yen, which I think is a great deal.

An Italian restaurant in Daikanyama. Choose 8 appetizers from the menu, share them on a large plate, followed by pasta, meat dishes, and dessert. The restaurant is known for its delicious food made with high-quality ingredients. There are a few small table seats inside. The main customers are women. Be careful not to miss the restaurant as the sign is modest. Highly recommended for dining with women.

The restaurant is located underground, but since we were seated by the window, it was bright and didn't feel claustrophobic. I chose the Bolognese pasta from the three options available. The taste was average. The pasta was quite thick, so the sauce could have been a bit richer. The sauce served with the sea bass was pumpkin. The color was beautiful, but the taste was not to my liking. The sweet sauce had a vague flavor that didn't seem to go well with the sea bass, which was a shame because the crispy skin of the sea bass was delicious. For dessert, I had tiramisu with a fork, which was a bit odd as it's usually eaten with a spoon. The persimmon was sweet and delicious. Positive points: All the dishes looked visually appealing. The restaurant is great for a girls' night out, as it was fully booked for Sunday lunch except for one male customer. The staff were very friendly and provided excellent service. Despite the restaurant's claim of offering "Italian cuisine to be enjoyed with chopsticks," chopsticks were not provided.

The Italian food was very, very delicious! I had a course meal which included an amuse-bouche, soup, assorted appetizers (with a huge portion), oyster tomato pasta, charcoal-grilled beef, and cassata for dessert. I finished with coffee. The course cost 6000 yen, but since I upgraded to beef for the main dish, there was an additional charge. Even so, I think it was a good value for the quality of food. I also had two glasses of wine for around 1500 yen each. The total bill came to 11,000 yen, but I was extremely satisfied with the dinner. The pasta was exquisite!

There must be stars in the sky. There must be flowers on the earth. And humans must have love. Goethe ▶ Today's recommendation is [La Terra] in Daikanyama, Tokyo. It's about a 4-minute walk from the station, tucked away in the underground floor of a sloping road that you can also reach from Ebisu. Opened in November 2019. Enjoy high-quality adult Italian cuisine with a touch of Japanese essence. Indulge in a moment of heartwarming connection with each dish woven from rich seasonal ingredients and skillful techniques. The chef spent 4 years traveling around Italy, showcasing dishes from various regions in authentic Italian style paired with wines. The restaurant was previously known as LegaRE and has now changed its name to La Terra, meaning "earth" in Italian. I dropped by for lunch on a weekday. I occasionally pass by this street, but I never knew there was such a nice restaurant here! The sign is small, so it's hard to find the place underground. Later, I noticed that the dress code prohibits casual attire, but I was wearing a T-shirt with a large print of a woman's buttocks... I'm sorry. They still accepted me, which I'm grateful for. As soon as I descended the stairs and entered the restaurant, I could tell it was a good place. I'm starting to figure it out, Shank... Now just tell me the meaning of life... Welcome, they warmly greeted me. The interior is spacious and has a refined atmosphere. There are private rooms available, and an open kitchen. The warmth of the wood adds to the cozy ambiance. Throughout the visit, the staff spoke in a kind tone, explaining things and engaging in conversation. Would you like water or tea? Both are available. Please feel free to use new cutlery and such, with detailed service and hospitality shining through. Thank you. I mentioned that there are other great Italian restaurants in the area, and it turns out that Trattoria Godereccho Ebisu in Higashi is their sister restaurant. Oh, that place is also fantastic. ▶ Today, I ordered the [Lunch Set Menu] for 1500 yen. I chose grapefruit juice as my drink. A plate of appetizers was brought out, including a salad, omelet, ham, and homemade bread. This focaccia is amazing. I think it's made with beets and herbs? Refills are possible, so of course, I had more. The cheese used is Pecorino cheese. Pecorino~ For the main course, I selected the heida fish. The pasta dish was Iwaidori Ayame Yukikabu with cream sauce. Oh wow, two large plates were served. The pasta is cute, in bite-sized portions. The fish was accompanied by fish sauce foam and a leaf underneath. It came with some edible chrysanthemum greens. The taste was delicious. I tried to eat with just a fork, but had to resort to using a knife halfway through. The pasta was also excellent. I could eat ten more plates of this. The creamy sauce had a rich flavor, and the tender meat was delightful. This flat ribbon pasta is also my favorite. What was it called again? Tagliatelle? Finally, dessert arrived. An apple and black tea opera cake with a seasonal touch. What's this~ The presentation is also meticulous, and the quality is impressive, especially considering the price range. It's really good. The ambiance is excellent. There still seem to be available seats towards the end of the year. It's a hidden gem. As I left, two staff members escorted me outside. I'm in awe. I love La Terra. I'll definitely visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal. This is Takumon, signing off. Cheers! 🌟

It was a really great restaurant! I met up with a friend I hadn't seen in 2 and a half years, and we were engrossed in conversation. The dishes were all new to me and incredibly delicious. They really emphasized the quality of the ingredients and served them in a delicious way. The presentation was beautiful, and even though we were caught up in conversation, we were moved by the course. My friend is a pescatarian, so they requested a fish main dish and the restaurant kindly prepared four different options, which made us very happy. The plates and glasses had a great sense of style, and the restaurant's decor had a lovely Japanese feel to it.

I made a reservation for a course meal and visited the restaurant. There were three staff members, all of whom were very kind. This was the most impressive part of my visit. The atmosphere of the restaurant, the variety of food options, and the quality were all excellent, so I would like to visit again somewhere in the future.

Located between Daikanyama and Ebisu, this hidden gem restaurant offers a casual and cozy atmosphere. They offer both a la carte and prix-fixe course options. The dishes are all easy to eat with delicious flavors. The appetizer platter was generous, and the pasta and meat dishes were also excellent. The appetizer platter included fresh fish carpaccio, mozzarella, and duck eggplant. For pasta, they had porcini and truffle, and the main dishes were garlic oil shrimp and sea bream with wagyu ribeye. The dessert was also satisfying. The wine selection mainly focuses on Italian wines, but having a wider range of choices would make it even more enjoyable. Overall, the cost performance is good.

I chose a lunch course for 3000 yen where I could enjoy a variety of dishes in small portions. The first dish had mascarpone with fatty tuna and sea urchin on top. Mascarpone was delicious! The second dish was a mousse of potatoes and cabbage with truffle foam. This was also delicious! The third dish was foie gras creme brulee wrapped in a crepe made of hojicha tea. The foie gras was crispy on the outside and cool on the inside, and the combination was surprisingly good. The fried saury had a crispy coating with added raw wheat, and the balsamic sauce on the side was a nice touch. The main dish was sauteed Oyama chicken. It was juicy and delicious on its own, but dipping it in the raw soy sauce koji added another layer of flavor. The salted kelp spaghetti, made with buckwheat flour, was like a Japanese-style pasta and was enjoyable to eat with chopsticks. The dessert, chocolate yokan, was not as sweet as regular chocolate and easy to eat. Each dish was in small portions, but the variety was great, especially for women. It was delicious, thank you for the meal!

I reserved a 5000 yen course for 1 person with 10 dishes, and even though it was a same-day reservation, I was able to get a table. The food had a fusion of Japanese and Italian flavors, with many light and easy-to-eat dishes. The specialty dish was a crepe wrapped with foie gras ice cream, similar to LESS's foie gras sandwich. It was not too rich and easy to eat. The pasta with buckwheat flour mixed in and unlimited servings of karasumi were an interesting combination for the main course. The desserts, chocolate yokan and Basque cheesecake, were both delicious with the right amount of sweetness. The green tea served after the meal was exceptionally tasty. The chef and the staff provided polite service, but I did notice some issues with the service from a female staff member who seemed like a part-timer.

The restaurant is located on the basement floor of a building that houses Rekte. As you descend the stairs and enter the restaurant, you'll find a casual atmosphere with a mix of counter seats, table seats, and one private room, all featuring a warm, natural wood theme. The menu offers courses priced at 5000 yen, 8500 yen, and 10000 yen, with this review focusing on the 5000 yen course. The dishes included cauliflower mousse with snow crab and amaranth, yellowtail carpaccio with basil Genovese sauce, focaccia with thin slices of prosciutto, deep-fried shirako with chrysanthemum sauce, foie gras with caramelized crepe, roasted Spanish mackerel with Jerusalem artichoke potage, charcoal-grilled duck breast with burdock puree and balsamic sauce, pasta resembling soba with karasumi topping, plum wine Basque-style cheesecake, and chocolate ganache with traditional Japanese sweet. The flavors were interesting and well-crafted, with each dish being small but plentiful. The price point may be more suitable for women than men due to the portion sizes.

During this period of self-restraint, I wanted to have a small celebration so I went for lunch. I chose the 3,500 yen course, and the appetizers were plentiful and the main meat dish was cooked perfectly and very delicious. Pasta and dessert were also included in this price, which was so wonderful. Thank you for a lovely time. It was a feast!

It was fun to enjoy a variety of dishes little by little, and all the dishes were delicious. First, there was a corn mousse on a spoon, very sweet and tasty, I wanted more. Next was gazpacho, with rich tomato flavor and various vegetables, which was delightful. Then came the chicken ham carbonara-style with plenty of truffles, which was honestly the most delicious. The carbonara-style flavor on top was really tasty. After that, there was a foie gras mousse pie wrap. The pie was warm, but the mousse inside was cold. The contrast was surprising, but the taste of foie gras was really prominent. Next was a fish dish, a high-quality fish from Hawaii, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, very delicious. Then there was pork sauté and a pasta with chili pepper and buckwheat flour, and dessert. Finally, a chocolate yokan, which looked like chocolate but had the texture of yokan and the taste of chocolate. A very unique and delicious dessert. The wine served with the dishes, sparkling, white, and red, was also impressive, especially the pairing of white wine with the chicken ham carbonara-style. I would love to go back when the seasons change.

This is a restaurant affiliated with Trattoria Godereccio. Normally, this restaurant only takes reservations for lunch, but currently they are also offering takeout from lunchtime, so I tried it for the first time. The restaurant focuses on a fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine, serving Italian dishes on Japanese-style plates. This time, I had a mince cutlet burger and curry for takeout. The curry was full of vegetables and had a healthy, spicy flavor with a rich and well-cooked roux that was irresistible. The burger was very filling! I also enjoyed the side of potatoes. They also have a daily pasta special, so I would like to try the pasta next time. Since I am on good terms with the chef at Godereccio, I was able to take a picture with him. It was lovely to see him cooking. I haven't been there for dinner yet, so I would like to visit at night as well. Thank you for the delicious meal.