Maison Cinquante Cinq — Restaurant in Tokyo

Warm, inviting atmosphere with wooden decor throughout, offering seating for over 20 guests indoors and an additional 8 outside.

The menu emphasizes a farm-to-table approach with a light French influence. We opted for the JPY 7000 course menu. While the portion sizes are moderate (and perhaps a bit light for a Western appetite), the food was a mixed bag. The pork was a standout—tender and soft, perfectly complemented by a vinegar sauce. However, the duck was unfortunately coarse and dry, paired with a somewhat bitter white sauce (fennel, I believe).

Be aware there's a two-drink per person minimum. The wine list exclusively features natural wines, with the cheapest bottle starting at JPY 8000. As a personal preference, I'm not a big fan of natural wines due to their inconsistency.

Despite the hit-or-miss dishes, it's a great spot for a date, and I did enjoy my meal overall, though I'm...

I strongly advise any foreigners NOT to visit this restaurant. The staff has a terrible attitude and is blatantly discriminatory. They seat Japanese customers at tables while placing foreigners at the counter. The way they speak to Japanese customers is noticeably different from how they treat foreigners. This kind of behavior is unacceptable, and I would not recommend this...

We experienced poor service and racial discrimination at this restaurant. Despite having a confirmed reservation, we were told our booking was canceled, and the staff treated us rudely, while showing courtesy towards Japanese customers. Although the service charge was waived, the overall experience, especially for a special Christmas menu, was deeply...