Tabelog ratingSifon Choi Yoshida (私房菜 吉田) is the more accessible sister restaurant to the famously hard-to-book Hayabusa, offering a similar level of high-end Chinese cooking but with the freedom of an à la carte menu. This makes it a prime destination in Roppongi for diners who want to experience elite culinary technique without committing to a full, lengthy course.
The restaurant has two clear signatures that draw consistent praise. The first is the whole fried Guangzhou pigeon, which must be ordered in advance. Reviewers describe it as a must-try, with exceptionally crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat. The second is the house-original "Pekichiki," a playful take on Beijing duck using chicken. Other highly regarded dishes include the Kirishima black pork char siu, delicate spring rolls, and various seafood plates that showcase precise steaming and frying skills. The counter seats are popular for watching the chefs at work.
While the food is widely lauded, several guests have reported that the service can be inconsistent, describing staff as brusque or inattentive and noting occasional language barriers. Some also find the portions modest for the price.
A meal here typically costs between ¥15,000 and ¥20,000 per person, though the bill can easily rise to ¥30,000 or more with drinks. Reviewers recently paid around ¥6,600 for the signature pigeon, ¥990 for the "Pekichiki," and ¥880 per spring roll. While not inexpensive, most diners feel the quality of the ingredients and cooking offers good value, especially given the à la carte flexibility.
- Getting There: Sifon Choi Yoshida is a 5-minute walk from Roppongi Station, accessible via the Toei Oedo and Hibiya subway lines. It is on the first floor of the Hillside Palace Roppongi building.
- Reservations: Booking is highly recommended. The signature Guangzhou pigeon must be pre-ordered by the day before your visit; specify the quantity when booking. During busy periods, seating may be limited to two hours.
- Seating: The restaurant has 20 seats, including a 6-seat counter and several tables.
- Payment: Major credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards like Suica), and QR code payments (PayPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay) are accepted. A 5% service charge is added to the bill.
- Language: The restaurant states that an English menu and English-speaking staff are available. However, some visitors have reported that communication can still be a challenge.
- Children: School-age children are welcome.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Parking: No parking is available.
