Tabelog ratingHayato (隼) offers an experience that is part high-end dining, part culinary theatre. At its heart is an eight-seat counter where a single chef executes a tasting menu that fuses high-heat Cantonese wok technique with French and Italian culinary ideas. The performance is as much a part of the meal as the food itself, creating a highly sought-after, intimate atmosphere.
Guests consistently praise two signature dishes above all others. The first is the '濃いめ' (Koime), a thick, collagen-rich broth made from hammerhead shark fin, often finished with a foie gras-like richness and served as a risotto with glutinous rice. The second is the '強火' (Tsuyobi) vegetable stir-fry, a dish celebrated for its demonstration of precise timing and fire control. Other frequently lauded creations include the '漆黒' (Shikkoku), a black ham sui gok dumpling with sea urchin; the '殷雷' (Inrai), a monaka wafer filled with duck and foie gras; and finishing courses like the superior broth noodles (上湯麺) and egg fried rice (たまご炒飯). Both the wine and non-alcoholic pairings receive high marks from reviewers.
The restaurant's exclusivity comes with practical challenges. Reservations are notoriously difficult to secure, often requiring booking months or even over a year in advance. The price is considerable, and the open kitchen, while theatrical, means the counter can become smoky and diners are in close proximity to one another. A very small number of reviews note occasional service lapses or dips in consistency.
Dinner is typically priced between ¥50,000 and ¥59,999. Reviewers in 2024 reported an omakase menu at ¥36,300, while final bills in 2025–2026 were seen from ¥70,301 to over ¥84,000 per person. Adding a wine pairing can increase the total substantially. For diners seeking a top-tier, ingredient-focused counter experience, most find it worth the significant expense.
- Location: In Roppongi, on the B1F floor of the Hillside Palace Roppongi building.
- Getting There: A 2-minute walk from Exit 7 of Roppongi Station (Oedo and Hibiya lines).
- Reservations: Reservations are mandatory and can only be made through the 'OMAKASE' website. Phone reservations are not accepted. Booking well in advance is essential.
- Seating: There are just 8 counter seats, with two dinner services starting promptly at 18:00 and 21:00. Guests are expected to be on time.
- Payment: Credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners) are accepted. Electronic money and QR code payments are not. A 10% service charge is added to the bill.
- Dining Style: The restaurant is non-smoking. There are no private rooms.
- Parking: No parking is available.
