ars | French Restaurant in Ningyocho, Tokyo
NIHONBASHI NINGYOCHO, TOKYO
A 3-minute walk from Ningyocho Station. ars is a French restaurant that brings the appeal of a restaurant and a bistro together in one room. Built on classical technique, the kitchen serves modern French cooking shaped by a contemporary sensibility.
The name ars combines the initials of the French words for art, connection and memory, and means skill in Latin.
Cuisine & Wine
The specialite is a pastry-wrapped dish made with lobster, duck or game. The baking is watched closely, giving a fragrant aroma and a delicate, crisp texture.
The wine list runs to more than 100 labels, centred on France and extending to Japanese and New World natural wines. Pairings are also available by the glass.
Space
There are 12 seats in total: 4 at the counter and 8 at tables. The kitchen is in view from every seat, and the interior combines contrasting materials and finishes.
Chef Chef
Kazuya Takagi
Owner-chef of ars. He trained at Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo, working as a section chef at L'Effervescence in Nishi-Azabu and as sous-chef at Restaurant La FinS in Shimbashi, and went on to lead the kitchens at Calie in Shibuya and L'Evol in Omotesando.
At 33, to learn the business side before opening his own place, he joined a restaurant consultancy and worked on more than 30 new restaurant launches, continuing as an independent consultant after he left.
He opened ars in April 2021.
Our Recommendation Signature
Counter seats only
Menu Souvenir
JPY 13,440
A chef's tasting course that includes the pastry-wrapped specialite. It is served at the counter in front of the kitchen, where the sounds, the aromas and the final touches are all within reach.
If you would prefer a table, please ask us in advance.
* Photographs are for illustration only.
Course Course
Menu Dégustation
JPY 6,825
- Salad
- Cold appetiser
- Warm appetiser
- Fish of the day
- Meat of the day
- Dessert, coffee or tea
Menu Luxe
JPY 8,190
- Salad
- Cold appetiser
- Warm appetiser
- Fish of the day
- Kurohinogyu A4 rump
- Dessert, coffee or tea
Menu Dégustation with Two Glasses of Wine
JPY 8,400
- Salad
- Cold appetiser
- Warm appetiser
- Fish of the day
- Meat of the day
- Dessert, coffee or tea
- Two glasses chosen from sparkling, white, orange and red
* Prices include consumption tax and service charge.
* The course content and the price may change with the seasonal ingredients used.
* Photographs are for illustration only.
Cakes for Dogs wanverse by ars
wanverse by ars is a line of cakes for dogs made by ars. Every ingredient is human grade, and each cake is delivered in a paulownia box.
Rossini-style Opera for Dogs is a 200g cake built on chicken liver and chicken breast, layered with duck breast, duck foie gras and truffle, and finished with gold leaf.
It ships frozen. Thaw it in the refrigerator for about 24 hours, then cut and serve according to the calorie guide.
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Information Information
FAQ FAQ
How do I make a reservation?
Use the reservation button on this page to open the OMAKASE JAPAN EATINERARY booking page.
Can you accommodate allergies or ingredients I cannot eat?
Please tell us in advance. We cannot accept a reservation if there is a wide range of ingredients you are unable to eat.
Is there a dress code?
Smart casual. Please avoid T-shirts, shorts and sandals.
By when should I arrive?
Please arrive 5 minutes before your reservation. If you pass your reservation time without contacting us, the booking is cancelled automatically.
Can I come with children?
Only children aged 12 and over who can eat the same course as adults.
Can you serve us in English?
We are unable to communicate in languages other than Japanese.
Can I book the whole restaurant?
Yes, for up to 20 guests.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is not available.
Can you cater for vegans?
Vegan options are not available.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
Bringing your own alcohol is not permitted.
Can I smoke?
The restaurant is entirely non-smoking.
Reservation Reservation
Reservations are accepted through the OMAKASE JAPAN EATINERARY booking page.
Before you book
- Please tell us in advance about any allergies or ingredients you cannot eat. We cannot accept a reservation if there is a wide range of ingredients you are unable to eat.
- Please arrive 5 minutes before your reservation. If you pass your reservation time without contacting us, the booking is cancelled automatically.
- The dress code is smart casual. Please avoid T-shirts, shorts and sandals.
- Please go easy on strong perfume and fabric softener.
- We are unable to communicate in languages other than Japanese.