Essence

About Restaurant: Essence is a casual restaurant that serves French cuisine using seasonal ingredients. Chef Shiro Naito opened the restaurant in 2010 to provide dishes that celebrate the essence of each season. Essence is conveniently located next to Inokashira Park and Ghibli Museum. Its spacious dining area provides tables for guests and a private room for special occasions.

The menu at Essence offers themed seasonal courses. The restaurant uses organic, pesticide-free vegetables from Yoko Farms, has its fish and shellfish delivered directly from Hakodate and uses chemical-free fertilizer from Tokorozawa to grow some of its own ingredients.

Positive Review Count: 171 Reviews

Price Range: ¥10,001 and over

Restaurant Type: French

Keywords: Charming, Good for special occasions, Neighborhood gem

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Details: 4.7Food , 4.5Service , 4.7Ambience , 4.6Value

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Dining style: Casual Elegant

Price: ¥10,001 and over

Cuisines: French

Hours of operation: Daily 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Daily 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

There may be exceptions to the above schedule. Ensure you use the search to confirm availability.

Phone number: 0422-26-9164

Website: http://www.essence-naito.com/

Payment options: Mastercard, Visa

Dress code: Smart Casual

Executive chef: 内藤　史朗

Location: 2-12-29-2F Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo 181-0013

Neighborhood: Nakano / Ogikubo / Honancho

Parking details: None

Additional: Wine