Sabatini

This was a really eye-opening experience. The food and service were exceptional, so much so that we made another reservation after our dinner. My daughter just wanted her food a little warmer. They brought her a whole new meal, then also gave us tramazzni for free for pudding on the house which we did not expect. I think the world can learn from Japan's friendly and great service they provide to their customers. Sadly, on the second visit they did not have lamb shank available, but we chose something else on the menu.

There are two Sabatini restaurants at the same area, 30 meters apart: the traditional one and the pizzeria. Today I came for the lunch time at the pizzeria. The short course, “antipasti, primo piatto e dolce” was my choice. Antipasto Misto, Pizza Margherita and Tiramisu, with coffee after the meal. The antipasto was a special mix, with tuna carpaccio, insalata verde, terrine. Margherita was good, too.

Delicious Italian spot near the Meiji Jingu stadium. There is a restaurant and a pizzeria, with the pizzeria being more casual.

This has a lot of classic Italian staples and nice, crispy thin pizza. There's a decent wine selection but not much beer to speak of.

My personal favorite was the penne all'Arrabiata and the pizza. The steak was good but not mind blowing. I'd recommend splitting the entrees between your party to get a larger variety.

Don't forget the dessert. The tiramisu and gelato were amazing and worth every penny.

The place is not cheap but not overpriced. With two drinks, two desserts and splitting Entrees, we got out for under 100USD.