Tachigui Sushi Tonari

Found this restaurant via the Michelin Guide and it was super easy to book online. We were the first guests to arrive for the night but it filled up quickly! The standing sushi omakase is an interesting concept and is certainly fast paced, we were done in about forty minutes and I'd be surprised if anyone stays for longer than an hour. Orders are placed through the tablet in front of each diner, they have a good list of drinks including non-alcoholic options. It was a great experience watching the skilled chefs prepare each item in front of us. Hard to pick a highlight when they were all so good! Service was good and very attentive throughout the experience with our tea regularly topped up. Tachigui Sushi Tonari offers a unique experience in the competitive Tokyo dining scene and I would highly recommend it.

If you want a great value Michelin Guide omakase sushi experience, this is it. The chefs are incredibly attentive and happy. I deduct one star as this is an Edo style standing only service and is typically over in less than 30 minutes. After a long day walking around Tokyo I would love to sit down and savour this incredible meal.

Absolutely delicious high end sushi, the best we had in our recent trip. We order the omakase and additional a la carte pieces on the ipad. Ordering was easy. The star of the show is the quality of the sushi. Each piece was delicious and close to perfection. Watching the sushi chefs craft while standing was also an interesting but good experience. Service is good and quick as is it a small shop. Staff speaks English and place is foreigner friendly. I thought it was a good value for what I paid and the quality of the sushi and service I got.

Delicious omakase in a unique and intimate venue. Really felt like I got the full Tokyo experience with this one. Definitely recommend.

I cannot give it a 5/5 because I did not find that one exceptional piece that truly astonishes you. Omakase: JPY 6,600 Sake: JPY 900 Booking: Yes, over the phone >> Taste: Every piece was well executed. Fish and shellfish were very fresh and of high quality, but I kept waiting for that amazing bite that never came. Octopus nigiri (Tako) was the highlight for me. However, I felt the rice was blank. I prefer the taste of vinegar. Zaku sake from Mie prefecture went very well, fresh and fruity! >> Experience: That said, the experience was still worthwhile. The entire staff was very welcoming and professional. Thank you. In my opinion, this is the place to have a quick yet satisfying and tranquil meal, alone. No one spoke at the small counter, which allowed me to fully concentrate and savor every single nigiri.

I don't get people hating on the fact that this was a standing restaurant, the casualness of it was actually really fun. And for the quality of things you get versus the price you pay, it's totally worth it. We opted for the upper omakase, and the nodoguro and uni was amazing. The use of subtle citrus in some of the nigiri was refreshing and balanced too. After the course is finished you can order ala carte. The nasu nigiri was way beyond what we expected. And the cream cheese egg custard to finish was icing on the cake. It's probably not what you traditionally expect. But if you're looking for something laid back and delicious I'd highly recommend it.

I would hazard to say this was the best meal I’ve had in my life. Exceptional quality and food preparation, every flavour was isolated and heightened. Fresh, clean, prepared expertly in front of you in a very intimate dining space with friendly and communicative staff (my Japanese is minimal). Compared to various Michelin starred restaurants, this was a step above. I wish I lived in Tokyo and could come back weekly. The grilled blackthroat seaperch was a highlight for me.

What an exciting experience! We ordered their omakase set. Very fresh and delicious. The ipad ordering makes it even easier to order. My favorite was their uni and jumbo tuna handroll.