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Sense Cantonise Dining, 1 Michelin Star, Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Offering spectacular views of Tokyo with luxurious seating, this award-winning Cantonese restaurant transforms into the perfect venue to take in the glow of the city at dusk. Tuck into delectable starters, famous mains but be sure to leave space for the delicious desserts. As night falls, sip premium teas or wines and indulge in special moments with family, friends as well as business associates, all while taking in the twinkling lights from 37 floors above ground. What’s impressive is behind the scene are Japanese chefs whipping up these dishes that could be at the same level of many Chinese master-chefs from Hong Kong and beyond.

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo – Sense

Your gastronomic journey begins with a warm welcome by the attentive host and discreetly lead to your table. At its heart, Sense simply offers good honest food with a capable kitchen and service team, unreservedly showcasing their zeal for food and hospitality. Braised Abalone is one such example of a world class dish, lovingly and carefully braised till tender complete with savoury oyster sauce and seasonal greens. The shellfish is from Sanriku Coast, a Japanese region on the Pacific Ocean famed for the freshest seafood (and Hokkaido depending on delivery).

Sense – Braised Abalone with Oyster Sauce

Double Boiled Premium Soup with Dried Mushroom is very healthy and hearty with treasures such as longan, superfruit wolfberries, prized shiitake, gourmet fish maw, fresh vegetables in a wholesome soup base. Red dates and white fungus are also added into this superb soup which is said to be nourishing to the body. The restaurant combines the freshest seasonal produce with top notch culinary arts and stylish presentation. Indulge in scrumptious a la carte or set menu options curated especially with guests in mind.

Sense – Double Boiled Premium Soup with Dried Mushroom

Signature French Fine Dining, 1 Michelin Star, Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Signature, a refined concept by Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, is a restaurant offering contemporary French cuisine. Featuring original creations by Chef de Cuisine Luke Armstrong, Signature takes a bold and distinct approach in its menu, incorporating the freshest and most seasonal produce and ingredients mainly from Japan. Lovely views of downtown Tokyo can be seen from the main dining and private rooms. The semi open kitchen shows the team behind the scenes, which also can be viewed from a sliding door in the private room that can be totally closed off for the most private of occasions.

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo – Signature

Indulge in the brilliantly roasted Wagyu Beef Fillet to a medium rare doneness. Perfectly pink in the center plus soft, tender and flavourful due to the high quality A5 marbling grade. Served with naturally sweet red peppers from Kyoto and Madeira sauce made using beef jus poured table side, highly recommended for meat lovers. Signature is a dining venue known for it’s seamless marriage of tantalising food, accompanied by artisanal wines and warm Japanese hospitality, an exclusive fine dining restaurant unlike any other.

Signature – A5 Japanese “Black Wagyu” Beef Fillet

Sicilian Pistachio Parfait is a happy ending to your meal. The ring is made from pistachios and white chocolate with it’s center filled with 1st pick strawberries made into a bright red sauce. Chef Armstrong sets to bring you on a gastronomic yet sustainable journey where he has personally visited and inspected many of the farms where he source from. Luxuriously plush with tables set with exquisite fine dinner ware, this is where a whole new level of dining is presented with the panache and savoir-faire only Signature can bring.

Signature – Sicilian Pistachio Parfait

Tapas Molecular Bar, 1 Michelin Star, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo

Tapas Molecular Bar redefines the quintessential gourmet experience at this innovative establishment. Sit by the chef table to savour progressive cuisine while watching chefs in action. Sample these ingenious creations with the optional pairing of handcrafted mocktails or superb wine selection. This is your go-to destination for an authentic and sophisticated affair with love ones. For those with mobility issues, other seating options are also available with advance notice. Mandarin Oriental Tokyo presents a next level dining experience where guests can enjoy great food and conversation in a dramatic and unique setting.

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo – Tapas Molecular Bar

In a nod to food excellence, this restaurant with extremely limited seating (advance reservations is a must) flaunts a more playful personality, through its concept and vibe. Each plate showcase familiar flavours but in exciting guises, such as with bold flavour combinations or unconventional executions. A cute “tool kit”, filled with various utensils like interesting spoons shaped like a shovel for eating your course with a measuring tape which doubles up as the menu. Live the high life here, with a drink in hand and a cooking show before your eyes.

Tapas Molecular Bar – Chef in Action

Catering to the true gourmet connoisseur with the “T-Bone” that comes with beef tenderloin and sirloin cuts. The tenderloin is well charcoal grilled and sirloin pan cooked with bone on. The beef of choice is from the famed Miyazaki prefecture located in south Japan on Kyushu Island. The balance between the deep meat flavours and rich marbling is exceptional, so good that you can even eat it on it’s own. Great with a glass of full bodied red wine from the extensive list that features a staggering range of vinos from around the globe.

Tapas Molecular Bar – “T-Bone”


ADDRESS:
2-1-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-8328, Japan
PHONE:
+81 3-3270-8800
WEBSITE:
https://www.mandarinoriental.com/tokyo