Tabelog ratingShokudou aca (食堂 aca) offers an intimate and theatrical dining experience, serving a Spanish-influenced omakase menu to just nine guests seated at a counter. Located in the modern Azabudai Hills complex, the restaurant puts you face-to-face with a team of young chefs who prepare and finish each course in front of you. The kitchen is known for its masterful use of charcoal and wood fire, and for creatively incorporating prime Japanese seasonal ingredients into its Spanish-style small plates.
Guests consistently praise the dramatic finale: a pair of rice dishes. The standout is the hairy crab (毛蟹, kegani) paella, which many reviewers describe as a transcendent experience. Other frequently mentioned favorites include the bocadillo (a Spanish sandwich, often with fried scallop or tataki-style fish) and the alitas de pollo, a paprika-dusted chicken wing. The thoughtful wine pairings are also a common highlight.
Criticism is rare, though a few diners found the energetic service style a little brash for their taste. The main challenge is practical: securing a reservation is notoriously difficult due to the limited seating. Reviewers consistently describe the meal as excellent value, with the quality of ingredients, generous portions, and live-cooking spectacle justifying the price.
The single omakase course was recently priced at ¥16,500. Reviewers who opted for the wine pairing noted it cost around ¥14,000. Total bills cited by diners in 2024 ranged from ¥19,800 for the meal alone to around ¥25,000–¥29,626 with drinks. The typical dinner spend is between ¥20,000 and ¥29,999.
- Location: In the Toranomon district, on the 2nd floor of Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza A.
- Getting There: The restaurant is directly connected to Kamiyacho Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Exit 5). It is also a short walk from Roppongi-itchome Station.
- Reservations: Reservations are essential and very difficult to obtain. A strict cancellation policy is enforced, with a 50% fee for cancellations the day before and a 100% fee for same-day cancellations.
- Seating: Seating is for 9 guests at the counter only. The restaurant is not suitable for large groups.
- Payment: Major credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners, UnionPay) are accepted. Electronic money and QR code payments are not.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Parking: Parking is available in the building complex.
