Tabelog ratingAt 4000 Chinese Restaurant (4000 Chinese Restaurant), Chef Kinya Komoda presents a highly personal and theatrical take on Sichuan cuisine. Seated at an intimate counter, guests watch as Komoda applies classic techniques to luxurious Japanese ingredients. The menu is course-only, built around premium items like Mouka-zame shark fin, abalone, and Ise-ebi spiny lobster, all presented with flair.
Diners consistently praise the exceptional quality of the ingredients and the masterful balance of flavors. Standout dishes frequently mentioned include the Beijing duck, which is unusually served with its meat, and rich preparations of shark fin and Shanghai crab. The chef's personable and energetic service is a highlight for many, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere. However, some guests find his loud, performative style distracting. The other main criticism is the cost, though most feel it's justified. A few rare but vocal reviews have noted occasional issues with dishes being too heavy or oily.
This is a special-occasion restaurant with prices to match. Reviewers report lunch courses costing around ¥16,000, while a course featuring shark fin was ¥22,000. Dinner is typically in the ¥30,000–¥39,999 range, with the chef's 'Komoda Speciality' courses starting from ¥38,000. For those who see a meal as both dinner and a show, most find 4000 Chinese Restaurant to be worth the expense.
- Booking: Reservations are essential and must be made weeks, sometimes months, in advance. Bookings are handled via the OMAKASE website.
- Getting There: The restaurant is in Minami-Aoyama. From Shibuya Station, take bus number 51 to the Minami Aoyama 7-chome stop, from which it is a 3-minute walk. It is also an 838-meter walk from Hiroo Station.
- Seating: The main dining area has 8 counter seats, with additional tables and a private room for up to 8 guests.
- Payment: Credit cards are accepted. Electronic money and QR code payments are not. A 10% service charge is added to the bill.
- Parking: No dedicated parking is available.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
