Biryani Osawa

I have had biryani hundreds of times in many countries and this is the best biryani I have ever had. It was super flavorful and aromatic. Just the right level of heat. Fresh and light. Not greasy. It came out exactly at noon steaming hot from the pot. The chef is Japanese but learned to make biryani in Pakistan. I got it with an ice cold coke and a scoop of vanilla ace cream after. This guy needs a Michelin star.

As an Indian American I was interested in biryani Osawa as I was on my honeymoon in Tokyo Japan. This place blew my mind. Easily on par or better than any biryani spot in the states or in India. Truly elite Indian cuisine and attention to detail and perfection

We love curry and I found this restaurant on the Michelin site. Unfortunately the restaurant was fully booked during our time in Tokyo. However we were able to order a takeaway. On the evening concerned a chicken biryani was being prepared. Our chicken biryani was absolutely superb. The style and atmosphere of this small basement restaurant with an open kitchen also seemed great when we picked-up our food. This was the best meal so far of our trip to Japan. I would love to return in order to repeat the experience or to try their mutton biryani.

Great experience here. Owner and his staff are very accommodating and most of all, did is excellent. The entire experience was also very nice from the explanation of the biryani, what it pairs well with and more. Would definitely come again!

Biryani perfection in a modern Japanese counter-style setting. I booked the first lunch service and was allowed in early to see the cooking process. Chef Osawa greeted us and explained ‘his’ Biryani (also in English) The background, the process, the way he would like us to enjoy eating his version of biryani. It was Mutton Biryani day. You have a choice of regular or full size serving (no extra cost). I opted for regular. From the first bite to the last, it was just WOW! The dish packed a punch of flavours. The spices were not overpowering and there was an option to add more chili oil. The dish was served with a side of raita which added a creaminess to the dish. The chef recommended to order their slightly frozen Coca Cola, but to drink it after finishing the dish. Perfect match. The meal ended with his vanilla ice-cream with cinnamon. I will go back for more 100% Deserves a Michelin!

I want to start my review by saying that I LOVE biriyani. It is one of my favourite foods in the world. Ahead of my trip to Japan, we found out about Biriyani Osawa on the Financial Times. The whole meal was an experience. The whole theatre was also part of the meal. It was a beautiful and memorable event. The food was fenomenal, the Chef Osawa made us feel welcomed (we were the only English speakers at his restaurant), the food was served to everyone at the same time... the drinks were also offered at a particular time. Honestly? 10/10. I look forward to day I will go back to Japan and experience this meal again.

We had the chicken biryani when we went over for lunch. Pretty tasty biryani and loved the restaurant concept. Like a chefs table but with only one dish being served. The coke served about 2/3 into the meal was the perfect complement to the spicy dish.

Very expensive for a small portion, we got takeout cause no matter what I couldn’t secure a reservation. It was good but not mind blowing, mutton was tender and rice was fairly flavourful.