Tabelog ratingPatous (パトゥ) is an intimate, eight-seat restaurant in Azabudai, run from a tiny open kitchen by a chef and his wife. The focus is on precision and seasonality, with a reputation built on the chef's masterful control of heat and his refined sauces. This technical skill is applied to high-quality ingredients, creating a modern French experience that feels both personal and polished.
Guests consistently praise the flawless execution of the fish courses, with varieties like higedara and kinmedai often singled out for their perfect poêlé. Other standout dishes include a vegetable étuvée, game like venison or young boar handled with restraint, and house-baked bread. For dessert, a crème caramel with jarrah honey ice cream is a frequent highlight. In summer, many time their visit for the restaurant's most famous seasonal dish: a cold soup of peach and celery.
The restaurant's small size means service, while warm and personal, can be deliberately paced; a dinner can last two to three hours. Some reviewers also note that portions can be modest. Given there are only eight seats, booking far in advance is essential.
Reviewers report that dinner courses cost around ¥22,000, while lunch is an excellent value with courses ranging from a ¥6,000 weekend special to ¥11,000. One guest's bill for lunch with wine came to ¥14,960. Most diners consider the prices fair for the quality of the ingredients and the level of culinary craft.
- Booking: Reservations are essential and must be made well in advance, often two months out.
- Getting There: The restaurant is an 8 to 10-minute walk from Roppongi-itchome Station (Exit 2), Azabu-Juban Station (Exit 6), or Kamiyacho Station (Exit 2). The approach involves a steep hill and stairs.
- Payment: Major credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners) are accepted. Electronic money and QR code payments are not.
- Seating: There are 8 seats at tables. No private rooms are available.
- Dress Code: Smart casual. Sportswear, shorts, and sandals are not permitted. Guests are asked to refrain from wearing strong perfume.
- Children: Children are welcome, but you must contact the restaurant in advance to make arrangements.
- Service Charge: A 10% service charge is added to the final bill.
