Restaurant Details

In 2020, Sushi Ebisu took over a next-door spot in its namesake neighborhood to show Tokyoites that enjoying sushi doesn’t have to be an either-or choice — either traditional or trendy. Because somehow, this chic sushi izakaya manages to nail both.

The trimmings of a classic sushi-ya are still there, seen through the polished wooden counter and exposed sake bottles lining the ledge, but the interior lines are softer, and large windows partly swathed with white noren reveal a compact table with benches and stools.

The restaurant is stocked with domestic fish, casual snacks and sashimi, and the menu reads as inexpensive. Their Edomae nigiri, which uses authentic red vinegar called “akazu,” is their specialty — collections include tender fatty tuna, amberjack, truffle-topped scallops and more — but most diners will also want to rummage through the specialty menu, where some intriguing surprises await.

The real talking point is their unadulterated use of ikura, or salmon roe. Their savory millefeuille has horse meat yukhoe (Korean-style tartare) sandwiched between two blankets of sushi rice, topped with uni, and, of course, even more ikura. Another must-try is the crab and shrimp duo, where the meat is stuffed inside the crab shell, topped with quail egg yolk and draped with even more salmon roe. To eat it, one mixes it and spreads it across the thin sushi rolls. Meanwhile, the ikura cocktail wows, presented in a sleek cocktail glass, where a bed of sushi rice cradles glossy roe.

On the drink side, it’s a sushi-and-alcohol affair. Both reds and whites are recommended based on the type of rice vinegar and soy sauce used in the meal.

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Remarks

• Guests are requested to order one drink per person, which will be billed separately from the course menu.

• Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Business Days

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Address

Mansion New Ebisu 106, 4-9-5 Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0013

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Access Info

• Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten is a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station (East Exit).

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Phone Number

Sushi Ebisu Ebisu Honten Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.