CLISP — Restaurant in Tokyo

I’ve tried calling this restaurant many times in the past to make a reservation, but each time I was told they were “full” . I recently discovered it’s finally available on Tablecheck—only to find out they refuse reservations from people who don’t speak Japanese. How would you describe that kind of policy?

It’s honestly laughable that a place claiming to serve fusion cuisine, blending flavors from across the globe, has such a narrow and exclusionary mindset. Maybe they should take a page out of their own menu and embrace some diversity.

I won’t be wasting my time or money here, and I’d advise anyone who values respect and inclusivity to do the same. A restaurant that picks and chooses who’s 'welcome' based on language doesn’t deserve...

To foreign tourists planning to visit this restaurant: This restaurant does not practice racial discrimination. It is run by a couple, so reservations are essential. Although I am a Deaf Japanese visitor, I was warmly welcomed without any issues. Please note that the staff do not speak foreign languages, including English. You will need to speak Japanese or use a translation app to communicate. As mentioned earlier, reservations are required. When I tried to make a reservation, I requested a weekday evening, but I struggled to find an available slot that matched...

They didn't let me eat there because I am a tourist. The waitress walked to me immediately to tell me I needed a reservation and they are fully booked without even asking me if I had one. I am pretty sure the restaurant was not fully booked. I stayed there a while to check. They have around 8 tables for 4 persons each and just 4 people entered. So there was enough space. That is...