OYSTERS INC — Restaurant in Tokyo

Went for dinner with a friend on weekday. Made a res but didn't need it. Staff are friendly. They have an oyster happy hour that's pretty reasonable. We ordered a lot of food. The menu has pictures to help you decide. They also have off menu items. The bagna cauda had a nice selection of veg. The smoked oyster gratin was creamy and went well with crusty bread. The riso stood out. It was really flavorful. The fried oysters were crunchy and juicy. The raw oysters were good, but not as good as I had hoped. They were nice but lacking the salty juice you find with freshly shucked oysters. They were also less chilled than expected. We also got the roasted oyster plate. It has a nice balance of flavors. Overall, a really good experience. I'll return...

Take this review with a grain of salt. I'm from Seattle where we're spoiled with quality oysters, so I thought that this restaurant was just ok? It was good, but not memorable in comparison with everything else there's available to eat in Tokyo. The raw and grilled/steamed oysters were by far the best items, and they seem to have a pretty good happy hour. The rice pot was not cooked well (rice was a little raw) and very forgettable. For all of the raw oysters though, the cleaning is absolutely superb - no shell or grit ever! That part was very impressive. The raw oysters are on the paper wall menus, but the normal ones they give you, so be sure to check the wall specials. Only issue was sometimes it was difficult to flag...

I had a great experience here! I started with the oyster omakase, where the chef selects a variety of oysters for you. Mine included four fresh, plump, and juicy oysters — absolutely perfect for a hot summer day. I also tried the fried oysters, which were decent, though nothing out of the ordinary. The risotto was a highlight as well — rich, creamy, and full of cheesy flavor. If you're a cheese lover, it's definitely worth trying.

The staff were friendly and helpful, offering thoughtful recommendations and making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The atmosphere was clean and pleasant, although the table surface felt a little sticky — not a big issue, but worth noting.

Overall, I was happy with the food and...