Esterre
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/ Price RangeEsterre is a French fine dining establishment that offers a fusion of French and Japanese cuisine, with an emphasis on seafood and Kamakura vegetables. The restaurant utilizes the terroir of Japan to bring out the best in seasonal ingredients while applying French culinary techniques to their preparation.
Tokyo
French: Fine Dining
Esterre Description
Esterre is a French fine dining establishment located on the 6th floor of the luxurious Palace Hotel Tokyo, directly connected to Otemachi Station. The restaurant was founded in partnership with Ducasse Paris, a world-renowned chef in the gastronomic world. Esterre utilizes the terroir of Japan to bring out the best in seasonal ingredients while applying French culinary techniques to their preparation. The restaurant offers a commanding view of the Imperial Palace gardens and moats, with each table having a different view.
The restaurant opened in November 2019 and is a one-star restaurant in the 'Michelin Guide Tokyo 2023.' The cuisine is a fusion of French and Japanese, with the accent on seafood and Kamakura vegetables. The chef, Kei Kojima, studied under Ducasse and creates a healthful, aesthetically pleasing fusion of these two cuisines. The restaurant uses local sourcing, in line with Ducasse's philosophy of uncovering high-quality ingredients in a given destination and applying French culinary techniques to their preparation.
Esterre's dining room offers a sense of warmth and luxury with stylish black corridors, elegant wooden interiors, and brushed metal fittings. Each plate is made not only in France but also in Japan, and the hospitality that accompanies each meal is just as important as the food itself. The restaurant is fully equipped with well-appointed private rooms, making it suitable for business gatherings and receptions, and is also welcoming to families with children over 10.
Nearby Stations
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Otemachi Station
Nijūbashimae Station
Operating Hours
Mon-Tues: Closed
Wed-Sun: 11:30AM-1:30PM, 6-8PM
Payment Methods
Cash, VISA, AMEX, Master Card, JCB, Diners Club
Restaurant Features
Upscale
Seasonal menu
Reservations Recommended
Locally sourced
Private Dining Room
Romantic
Wine List
Restaurant Highlights
Fusion of French and Japanese Cuisine
Esterre's cuisine is a unique blend of French and Japanese culinary techniques, with a focus on seafood and Kamakura vegetables. Chef Kei Kojima, who studied under world-renowned chef Ducasse Paris, creates a healthful and aesthetically pleasing fusion of these two cuisines. The restaurant uses local sourcing, uncovering high-quality ingredients in Japan and applying French culinary techniques to their preparation.
Local Sourcing and French Culinary Techniques
Esterre's philosophy is in line with Ducasse's, which centers on uncovering high-quality ingredients in a given destination and applying French culinary techniques to their preparation. Esterre utilizes the terroir of Japan to bring out the best in seasonal ingredients while applying French culinary techniques to their preparation. The result is a unique culinary experience that showcases the best of both worlds.
Warmth and Luxury in a Stylish Setting
At Esterre, hospitality is an art, and it accompanies each meal with utmost care and dedication. This focus on providing an exceptional dining experience is just as vital as the delectable food itself. The stylish black corridors, complemented by elegant wooden interiors and brushed metal fittings, create a captivating atmosphere. Notably, the plates adorning the tables are not only crafted in France but also in Japan, exemplifying the restaurant's deep appreciation for both French and Japanese cultures.
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The restaurant's menu focuses on seafood and Kamakura vegetables, utilizing the terroir of Japan to create healthy and aesthetically pleasing dishes.