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About this place
A pasta uniting the sweet richness of sea urchin with the briny, concentrated savor of karasumi bottarga is one of the courses guests look forward to most at Azabu Lasen. Stepping into the restaurant on the upper floors of a building in Moto-Azabu, a graceful signature spiral staircase sets the tone for a serene, refined dining experience.
The tasting menu moves along at an engaging pace, marked by clever contrasts of temperature and aroma. Thoughtful touches range from low-temperature cooked Aurora salmon paired with pear and beetroot to fragrant house-smoked butter matched with bread. For the main, Yezo sika deer arrives remarkably tender alongside a port wine reduction, leaving a layered, resonant finish.
Dessert—such as a pumpkin tiramisu—is accompanied by a choice from an extensive selection of coffees and teas. Guests can suit their mood with options like white peach tea, roasted Kaga bōhōjicha blended with apple, citrus-tinged yuzu green tea, or vibrant blue elderflower.
A broad wine list allows for pairings with each dish. With private rooms available within its quiet interior, the restaurant suits anniversaries, special dinners, and unhurried conversation over a meal.
