Located in Akasaka, "GoodTime Tokyo Akasaka" is a restaurant that combines Eastern European cuisine with entertainment. Traditional dishes such as borscht and pelmeni are served alongside dishes tailored to Japanese tastes by Russian, Uzbek, and French chefs. In the evening, there are live performances of guitar and violin, as well as magic shows, belly dancing, samba, and comedy. The restaurant is attached to a hotel and opens from morning. The lunch menu includes options such as beef hamburg steak with spicy sauce, borscht, Uzbek beef pilaf, and Uzbek spicy sauce pasta. Other dishes like samsa, halcho, green borscht with spinach, and beet piroshki are also available. All meals come with rice, lettuce and tomato salad, and a choice of coffee, tea, or orange juice. Wine or beer can be added for an extra 200 yen, and extra rice for 100 yen. The "Green Borscht," a unique dish that is a staple for Russians in the summer, was sold out, so I tried the borscht instead. The borscht, a Ukrainian beet and vegetable soup, had a gentle flavor from beets, tomatoes, beef, cabbage, onions, and other vegetables. The focaccia bread with dried tomatoes and rosemary was delicious. I ordered an iced coffee to drink. The chef seemed to have changed, as I mistook them for a Japanese person and they didn't understand when I spoke to them. It seemed like the salad was forgotten, but considering the reasonable prices, it's a casual and enjoyable restaurant to visit.

After finishing a meeting in Akasaka, I had lunch at this restaurant. The interior was clean, and I had the ramen with salad and a drink. The salad had lots of lettuce. The ramen had plenty of vegetables like bell peppers and onions on top, and the noodles were chewy like udon. I ate it with a fork since there were no chopsticks. The sauce was not spicy and coated the noodles well, making it delicious. I wish there was a bit more quantity (I should have asked if I could pay extra for more). Finally, I had iced coffee. Thank you for the meal.

Borscht and samosa lunch set. Comes with salad and drink for 1680 yen. It's a bit pricey, but if you can have authentic Russian food in Japan, it's worth it. The borscht comes with sour cream on the side to add as you like. Personally, I preferred the taste before adding the sour cream, as it was already complete. I recommend trying a small amount before adding it. The ingredients include beets, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, leeks, and roast beef. It's a soup packed with lots of vegetables and incredibly delicious! It looks impressive, but the taste is a gentle vegetable soup. It looks good for your health. The portion is also generous. The samosa is a meat pie wrap. You eat it with a slightly spicy sauce. The meat flavor is quite strong (almost gamey), but it was delicious. The pie is more moist than crispy, but it held the sauce and meat together well, making it tasty. The salad is a regular one with a Japanese-style dressing. Overall, it was delicious, and you could feel the exotic vibes. It was also nice that there was an old man playing the accordion at the entrance!

I visited this restaurant for lunch and was intrigued by the unique menu featuring traditional dishes from Russia, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Ukraine, and more. The menu includes classics like borscht and piroshki, as well as meat stew dishes with a delicious Eastern European twist. Located at MIMARU HOTEL Akasaka, you can enjoy Eastern European cuisine from morning till night. I tried the "Harcho," a Georgian soup with beef, vegetables, and rice. It was slightly spicy with a rich beef broth flavor. The borscht, made mainly with beets, had a vibrant color and a light, sweet soup with plenty of vegetables and meat to enjoy. Both dishes were served with sour cream, adding a unique touch. For an additional ¥200, you can also enjoy alcohol with your lunch. The restaurant is decorated with art pieces and a collection of Russian dolls, creating a cute and kid-friendly atmosphere. Special thanks to the warm and welcoming service from Jenny, the Russian staff member, for making it a delightful dining experience.

I was in the mood for soup, so I was looking for a place that served borscht. I visited a newly opened restaurant. The staff seemed to be from Eastern Europe and there were two of them working, but they were efficient and despite the place being quite crowded, the food was served fairly quickly. The borscht was delicious and really hit the spot for my body that was feeling the effects of drinking too much the day before! The ingredients seemed healthy, so I personally thought it could become a new go-to meal for hangovers. It was also warming to eat, probably because it's a dish from a cold country. The restaurant had a lot of foreign customers, giving it an international atmosphere.

I was recommended by a Russian friend to visit an Uzbekistan restaurant in Akasaka. The staff and customers here all speak Russian, and they are all beautiful Russian women. The seafood salad and samsa that I had were delicious. The seafood salad had a fragrant aroma of shrimp and was topped with sliced cheese. The samsa, which is minced beef and vegetables wrapped in pastry, was also very tasty. The drink prices were a bit high, with champagne at 3000 yen per glass and wine at 2000 yen per glass. The wine bottles were priced around 40-50,000 yen. However, the unique exotic atmosphere here is worth experiencing. If you skip the drinks, it might be a good idea.

I visited this restaurant for the first time at a work drinking party. They offered Russian and Ukrainian cuisine, and I tried a Russian canned beer with a low alcohol content which was easy to drink. The staff poured it for me, which was nice. They had dishes like borscht and grilled vegetables priced around 2000 yen each, and drinks were around 800 yen. The cost performance was not great, but the food was delicious. The colorful lighting and sports viewing monitors made it a good place for public viewing events. They didn't have a wide variety of dishes, and the cost performance wasn't great, so it might be better for lunch use.

This is a restaurant and cafe located on Akasaka Street in Akasaka Nana-chome. They offer Eastern European and Russian cuisine by a Russian chef, bistro cuisine by a French chef, and Uzbekistan cuisine by an Uzbekistan chef. They are open from 10:00 am until evening, serving morning, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, making it a convenient place to enjoy different meals throughout the day. The restaurant was opened in June 2020 by Mr. Vasily and Ms. Olga. It is located about 4-5 minutes from Akasaka Station Exit 7, on the right hand side as you walk towards Nogizaka on Akasaka Street. It is on the 1st floor of MIMARU Tokyo Akasaka, with a reindeer statue as a landmark. The interior is spacious with counter and table seating. The staff, all foreigners, are friendly and provide good service. The lunch menu includes Russian, Eastern European, and Uzbekistan dishes priced between 1,480 yen and 1,580 yen. I visited during lunchtime and ordered the Borscht and Samsa set for 1,580 yen. The Borscht was a hearty beet and beef soup with a basil sauce and sour cream, while the Samsa was a Uzbekistan meat pie with salsa sauce. The set also included a salad and coffee. The portion was generous and satisfying. Overall, the dining experience was enjoyable and I would like to revisit to try their Uzbekistan noodle dishes.

Russia is often portrayed as the bad guy, but the Russians in Japan are different. The problem lies with Putin. Visit a Russian-owned restaurant in Japan to experience authentic Russian flavors. They offer dishes like borscht that you may have never tried before. Support the Russians living in Japan!

Just a 5-minute walk from Akasaka Station towards Nogizaka, there is a unique restaurant called "Good Time Tokyo Akasaka." The atmosphere seems fun, but it's hard to tell what kind of restaurant it is. The staff are all foreigners, giving it an exotic feel. It turns out they serve Russian and Uzbek cuisine! I decided to try their Tavernello Organico (3,500 yen), Manty (1,400 yen), Pilaf (1,800 yen), and a crepe (forgot the name). The Manty was like Uzbek dumplings, the Pilaf had dry fruits and tasty lamb meat, and the crepe was a savory delight. Overall, the food was surprisingly delicious and easy to enjoy. The friendly service and unique dishes make this a recommended spot for those looking for a new culinary experience.

I had been thinking of going to Good Time in Tokyo Akasaka, but when I arrived, I was surprised to find that they had a new menu, which was essentially a price increase. Despite this, I decided to enter the restaurant, only to find that all 5 staff members and all the customers were foreigners. Additionally, the two female staff members were tall. I debated between the yellow and black options, but ended up ordering the Lunch Set F, which included yellow Pelmeni and Kutab (1380 yen), with orange juice as my drink. When asked if I wanted ice in my drink, I opted to have it without. The Pelmeni was a Russian creamy sauce dumpling, with a hint of cumin. The Kutab was an Uzbekistan bread baked in a crescent shape with cheese and herbs, although I found it might be better without the chili sauce. The cucumber salad with yuzu yogurt dressing had a mild yuzu flavor, which was perfect for someone like me who doesn't like strong yuzu taste. When I asked at the cashier, I found out that the staff were from Uzbekistan and Russia, which also reflected in the music playing in the restaurant. Despite the few customers, the staff seemed to be enjoying themselves, like characters in a foreign TV drama.

The staff are all locals and not very fluent in Japanese, but they have a wide variety of rare Russian dishes that are very delicious. They offer many options for vegans and those who cannot eat meat. The portion sizes are not very large, so it might be a bit unsatisfying for men. The desserts look delicious too, so I want to come back next time to try them!

This is a story about a lunch in Akasaka. It is an Eastern European and Russian restaurant located along Akasaka Street. It opened on June 29, 2020, without me realizing it had changed. Previously, it was a Cajun food restaurant called "NOLA" (opened in September 2019). It didn't last a year and the restaurant had changed. It is located closer to Nogizaka than the Akasaka 5-chome police box intersection. The place is on the first floor of Hotel MIMARU. The counter and table seats are mostly the same as before. It is spacious and orderly. The concept is "New Eastern European cuisine and world entertainment by Europeans." They not only provide meals but also offer entertainment such as dance, flash mobs, and magic. There are two male staff members in the kitchen, and the service is provided by a female staff member. There were two groups of customers before us. The lunch menu includes: A: Amatriciana Orecchiette or Linguine Genovese @880 (all tax included) B: Beef cheek demi-glace stew with mashed potatoes @980 C: Crab croquette with wasabi mayo @1,080 All come with seasonal salad, bread, and coffee (hot or iced). I ordered B: Beef cheek demi-glace stew with mashed potatoes @980 (tax included). The service was provided by a woman who seemed to be of Russian descent, speaking broken Japanese, but it was not a problem. In the kitchen, the male staff member was conversing in Russian (?) with her. Two minutes later, the seasonal salad arrived. The salad consisted mainly of baby greens, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and cucumbers with a refreshing dressing. The portion was generous. Seven minutes later, the beef cheek demi-glace stew with mashed potatoes arrived. It was served on a large round plate with garlic bread. The presentation was beautiful, with a pink edible flower added as a garnish. The beef cheek was tender and fell apart easily, cooked with caramelized onions. The demi-glace sauce was just right in flavor. The mashed potatoes underneath were smooth and flavorful, binding everything together. The garlic bread had a strong garlic flavor. The freshly brewed iced coffee after the meal was acidic and refreshing. They also serve Georgian, Eastern European, and Russian cuisine at night. I would like to visit for dinner as well. The service was polite and attentive. They also offer morning service.

All delicious! It seems they have minimized the smell of lamb for Japanese people. The waitress was also wonderful, tall and beautiful. I will definitely come back with the coupon I received.

In Akasaka, they serve foreign flavors like apple pie and ice cream. The coffee is strong and delicious. The apple pie is slightly sweet, giving off a foreign vibe. The ice cream is rich and satisfying. It was a great afternoon tea time during the waiting period.

The restaurant is clean and has a nice atmosphere. However, it is quite expensive. We spent over 2 hours and were charged 24,200 yen for 2 samosas (1,200 yen), 3 beers (3,000 yen), 9 glasses of wine (18,000 yen), and a private room fee of 2,000 yen. It might be better to just enjoy the food.

I visited a newly opened restaurant that serves Eastern European cuisine, which is similar to Russian cuisine. The rustic and stylish atmosphere of the restaurant caught my eye, so I decided to have dinner there. I started with caviar crepes, which were topped with a generous amount of caviar and either cream cheese or sour cream. It was a surprising but delicious combination. The crab cakes with wasabi mayo were served in a hearty portion, and the wasabi added a nice kick to the dish. The borscht soup was filled with diced beets, carrots, and other vegetables, giving it a homely and comforting taste. Overall, the food was delicious, the portions were generous, and the prices were reasonable. This restaurant is highly recommended for those who enjoy vegetable-rich dishes and want to have a cozy dining experience. I look forward to visiting this restaurant again in the future.

It was great that they provided detailed explanations about the dishes!

The staff was kind and made the food even more delicious!