01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Up the stairs on the 2nd floor of a building in Shirokane 5-chome, Bar Tonari operates within the warm, preserved character of a traditional Japanese-style wooden house. Cocktails combining fruits with fresh herbs are the main draw. Bartenders mix seasonal options featuring Japanese pear (nashi) and Kyoho grapes, alongside original creations such as the Mixed Berry & Earl Grey cocktail and the Fruit Tomato & Green Chili Margarita. The drink list also covers standard cocktails, whisky, wine, and non-alcoholic fruit concoctions to suit different moods.
Carefully Crafted Bites and a Sweet Finish
The food menu is substantive enough to anchor an evening. Substantial plates include a housemade-crust Quattro Formaggi pizza and a savory katsu sandwich, while thoughtful snacks range from noble-rot wine-soaked raisin butter to paper-thin Wagyu beef jerky. Guests with a sweet tooth can close out the night with a kinako and mascarpone dessert cocktail or an indulgent fruit parfait.
Seating includes classic counter stools, comfortable sofas, and tables, as well as a private room tucked behind a bookshelf. Its tranquil atmosphere suits solo sipping just as well as a second stop after dinner. The bar is open Monday through Thursday and Saturday from 20:00 to 2:00 the following day, Friday from 20:00 to 24:00, and closed on Sundays.
