I visited this restaurant after a long time, and despite the season, the stylish establishment was quite crowded with fans. The attentive communication from the master and staff seems to be a key factor in its popularity. The deep knowledge and meticulous craftsmanship of the drinks also impressed me. I will definitely visit again.

Three glasses of nightcap. It's the middle of a three-day weekend, and Nakano Station area was quiet after the last train. I finished work and thought I'd relax with a drink. However, it was packed and bustling when I arrived. They kindly squeezed in a seat for me. Thank you. (^｡^) It's really popular here. I decided to switch to a quick three glasses of nightcap instead of relaxing. I had two glasses of Clamat Red Eye, French Gin Eguvera on the rocks. I stayed for 30 minutes. I don't visit this bar often, but they remembered my name right away. Even after a gap of 5-6 years, they still remember the names of one-time customers. This shows how seriously they run this place. The cool menu book has wise words for drinkers. Great snacks. ^ - ^ Thank you for the delicious drinks today. I will visit slowly again.

I stumbled upon this place while wandering around at night. The alcohol was incredibly delicious and the staff seemed skilled. The pasta was just average.

It is my favorite place to go drinking in Nakano!! Although it is a bit far from the station, the interior is very stylish and clean. It is a great place for a date, with a very relaxing atmosphere! I will definitely visit again!

It was a lovely restaurant with a great atmosphere near the station.

I went to the most stylish bar in Nakano, called I'm Diary, as it is my friend's favorite spot. I don't usually go to bars, but this time I went along with my friend. The location is about a 3-4 minute walk from Nakano Station South Exit, on the 2nd floor of a mixed-use building near Nakano Go-sen crossroads. The entrance had a very chic feel to it. The interior is quite dimly lit, with a counter displaying a variety of stylish drinks. The clientele seemed to consist mostly of regulars, creating a friendly and lively atmosphere. The manager was attentive and engaging, making the experience enjoyable. Overall, it's a place I would like to visit again in Nakano.

When I arrived in Nakano, I found a shop that I wanted to visit. It's on the second floor of a mixed-use building, so it's a bit confusing from the outside, but once you enter, it's a completely stylish and unique space. It has a mix of luxury and casual vibes. The modern interior is nicely lit with indirect lighting. It's a genuine bar, but the bartender is young and easy to talk to, so you can go alone. Personally, I'm not very knowledgeable about alcohol, but they have a decent selection of international beers, and most importantly, the quality of the snacks and dishes is extremely high. The cheese is delicious. The nuts are not too strong and you can't stop eating them! The salami is meaty yet melts in your mouth! The flavors are intentionally not too strong, so you don't get tired of them. There are many diverse shops around, so when you want to relax and have a drink in Nakano, this is a place you'll want to stop by. Thank you for the meal.

In the vicinity of Nakano Minami-guchi Gochisou, many people may have seen the sign of this store. It is said to be the most fashionable bar in Nakano, so as a self-proclaimed most fashionable reviewer in Nakano, I had to visit. The location is on the second floor of a mixed-use building. In terms of environment, it's not that fashionable. The entrance and interior are in monochrome, which I think is fashionable. I believe I have some sense of taste when it comes to food, but when it comes to interior design, I am completely clueless. I ordered a Springbank on the rocks (800 yen). The round ice makes it a bit more fashionable. The Moscow Mule (around 900 yen) ordered by my companion is served in a copper cup, which is quite ordinary, but using vodka infused with ginger is not too unfashionable. The pistachio appetizer (around 300 yen) is a bit tacky, but let's consider that the dim lighting makes it difficult to take photos for Tabelog. Well, there are many casual bars like snacks in Nakano, so I think it's one of the most fashionable, if not the most. However, it's a fashionable place for young people. The bartender in a white shirt with a blue striped tie looks kind of like a new employee. I wouldn't go as far as saying to wear a white bar coat, but I think a camisole vest with a bow tie would look cooler. For someone my age (in their 40s), I feel that a design with wood as the main material, like a caravan, is more fashionable in Nakano than this urban style. So, I certify it as the most fashionable bar in Nakano for those in their early 20s. Oh, teenagers can't drink, so let's correct it to the most fashionable bar in Nakano for those in their early 20s. The customer base has become quite narrow, but the size of the store is not that big, so it's just right.

At midnight, two friends were talking at a friend's house when one of them suggested, "Don't you want to try drinking at a fancy bar?" They immediately looked for a bar that was open after midnight and decided to go there. Located on the south side of Nakano Station, straight down Nakano Street, turn left and you'll find it on the second floor of an apartment building. The signboards will guide you to the entrance, which may be easy to miss, so be careful. "The most stylish bar in Nakano" - this phrase fits perfectly. The interior is dimly lit, creating an adult-like atmosphere. It felt so cool, almost like Roppongi. Two students feeling a bit out of place entered the bar. The menu was presented in a red book, adding to the cool vibe. Unable to decide on a drink, a waiter approached them. Waiter: "If you have any preferences, we can make something for you here." Friend: "Then, I'll have a refreshing, moderately sweet and easy-to-drink cocktail." The friend was still undecided. Waiter: "We specialize in gin and tonic here, so I recommend that as well." Friend: "Okay, then I'll have that." After a short wait, a beautifully colored cocktail arrived. It was delicious, elegant, and refined. The gin and tonic was also sampled and found to be delicious. The food menu looked stylish and appetizing, but they couldn't decide. The waiter offered to bring a selection of recommended dishes. They enjoyed mixed nuts and a platter with salami, mozzarella cheese, and two other types of cheese and salami. The presentation was stylish and the meat and cheese were delicious. The salami here was the best they had ever tasted. The service, taste, atmosphere, and long opening hours were all excellent. They were already looking forward to trying the lunch menu available from 15:00 onwards.

I often stop by after work. This time, after a 3-month break, I visited again. Oh? The menu has changed significantly since my last visit. When I asked the owner, he mentioned that he had done some training at an Italian restaurant during those 3 months. The menu items make you want to try a variety of dishes. Unfortunately, I had already eaten when I arrived at 3 am. I'll have to come back with an empty stomach next time! Now, it's time to relax and have a drink by myself. The first drink I usually order is a "Gin and Tonic." The owner here seems to have collected and studied various types of alcohol, so he can make the Gin and Tonic with different types of gin to make it more enjoyable. We can have a lively conversation about rare spirits. After finishing the Gin and Tonic, I ordered my favorite whiskey, "Booker's." It's a bit pricey, but it's a drink I really enjoy. I also ordered a small appetizer to satisfy my hunger. I'm so happy. I feel like I'll be visiting this place more often. I usually come here alone, but I think it's a great place to bring a companion as well.

The shop is about a 5-minute walk from Nakano Station, located on the 2nd floor of a building. The atmosphere seemed quite nice and sophisticated. I think women would definitely enjoy it here. I felt a little uneasy going alone (lol), but the staff were friendly and easy to talk to. I ended up chatting with what seemed like regular customers, and everyone was fun to talk to. The atmosphere was sophisticated, but we ended up having a great time with lively conversations while drinking. The drinks were delicious, as expected from a bar. This hidden gem is highly recommended! I can see why there are solo female customers as well. The cozy atmosphere is top-notch.

As I was walking down Nakano Street towards the five-way intersection, I came across a sign that said "The most stylish bar in Nakano." The sign itself was not very stylish, to be honest. It was just a common blackboard with white letters boldly claiming to be the most stylish. Despite my initial skepticism, I decided to check out the bar. Located on the second floor of a slightly run-down building, I found I'm diary behind a neat door. Across the street, there seemed to be a lively darts bar. Inside, the lighting was pleasant, there were flowers, and the background music was calming. The overall impression was that it was a beautiful and stylish place. However, the back bar looked quite empty. The selection of drinks and glasses can really tell you the level of a place. The ordinary drinks and factory-made glasses indicated a lack of expertise in cocktails. Although the interior was stylish, it seemed lacking in some areas. It might be a good place to impress a lady you're trying to woo. In fact, the customer next to me was working hard to charm a lady (laughs). This was my first impression when I visited the place shortly after it opened. I visited again not long after, and I was impressed by the care and dedication of the two bartenders working there. This is more important than the taste itself. During that visit, it was just me and the two bartenders, and we had a really enjoyable time. I didn't care much about the taste that time (laughs). And most recently, around last summer, I noticed that the staff's expressions and gestures had improved a bit. There's something about those bartenders that makes you want to root for them (laughs). Maybe it's because they appeal to my maternal instincts? Come to think of it, there seem to be quite a few older female solo customers. The sign was not wrong - it is indeed a stylish bar. The sight of the two hardworking bartenders makes you want to keep going and give it your best shot.

I had been curious about a sign on my way home for a while, and finally visited the restaurant in April. When I entered, there was only one other customer, but the cozy interior had a nice atmosphere. I ordered a fruity, refreshing, slightly sweet cocktail (looking back, it was a bit of a selfish order...) and it was perfect when it arrived!! It was very delicious (strawberry-based and red in color), an original creation. I really liked it and ended up having four of them that day. I chatted with the bartender, who was around my age, and he was very friendly. We had a good conversation and I had a great time. I noticed they had several rice dishes on the food menu, so I plan to revisit next time for a meal as well.

When walking along Nakano Gosanjou, I noticed a sign that said "The most stylish bar in Nakano." I was curious about it, so I decided to visit the place. It was located on the second floor of a building next to Gosanjou, and it looked really stylish with a glass interior. The place had a cozy atmosphere with a counter and a few box seats. It felt more like a trendy bar in the city rather than in Nakano. It was their first month since opening, so the staff seemed a bit inexperienced but they were friendly and tried their best to make drinks and chat with customers. I ordered a gin and tonic and the club sandwich, which was recommended. The sandwich was delicious and reasonably priced. I spent about two hours there and the total bill was around 3000 yen, which seemed fair considering the quality and ambiance of the place. I found out that the owners were only 26 years old and it was their first business venture, which explained the amateurish vibe. I look forward to visiting this place again to see how it grows.

On the second floor of a spa, there is a bar. About three years ago, one night, my wife suddenly said she wanted to drink a cocktail. Even though I still had work to do, I decided to join her, thinking that sometimes you just feel like it after work. I didn't know of any bars near our home where we could have cocktails. At that time, I didn't know Gorilla Bar yet - was it even around then? So, we took a stroll towards Nakano Station. Two bar signs were displayed on the narrow sidewalk. I hesitated between the two, but this bar had a 300 yen cover charge, while the other had a 500 yen cover charge. Without hesitation, we chose this bar. A long wall continued along the corridor on the second floor. Where was the entrance? We managed to find it and opened the door. This was not Nakano. It was not modern, but undeniably chic! A long counter stretched out, with a few table seats as well. We sat at a table. On the other side of the counter, there were several bottles of liquor lined up, and two men who looked like bartenders (they were young). There were no other customers. Well, if it's a super cheap bar, people usually come to check it out quickly (I was one of them), but these types of places take time to attract customers. As always, I ordered a dry martini. I don't remember what my wife ordered, but she probably made a vague order as usual. We also ordered a dish, but I don't remember what it was. What I clearly remember is when the food was delivered, I asked the man who seemed to be the master, "How is Nakano?" He replied, "I didn't know Nakano well, but it's a nice town," with a smile. "But it must be tough to run a place like this in Nakano." "We've just started, so we'll take it slow without rushing," he said, handing me his business card, "Please continue to support us in the future." Since then, we haven't visited again (apologetic bow). It's not that we don't like it, we just always forget. Some time later, when I went to this building during the day, the other bar across the corridor had closed down and was under construction. I thought, running a bar that charges a decent price in Nakano must be difficult, but a few days ago when I walked down this street, the sign was still up. Take it slow without rushing and do your best. I remembered, so I will visit again soon.