Esterre by Alain Ducasse

Esterre by Alain Ducasse is a fine dining restaurant showcasing contemporary French haute cuisine in partnership with DUCASSE Paris. Opened in November 2019, the restaurant is listed as a one-star restaurant in “Michelin Guide Tokyo 2025.”

A core pillar of the restaurant is local sourcing. In line with Ducasse’s philosophy of uncovering what high-quality ingredients can be found in a given destination and then applying French culinary techniques to their preparation, Esterre serves up the best produce from Japan.

*Gentlemen are requested to wear jackets. For summer, jackets are optional but collared shirts are required.
*Please refrain from casual clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, sandals, and sportswear.
*Children 10 years old and older are welcome to dine with us.

*Open on April 29 (Tue.), May 5 (Mon.) & 6 (Tue.).
*Closed on May 7 (Wed.) & 8 (Thu.).

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HOURS OF OPERATION |
Lunch: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm L.O.
Dinner: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm L.O. (10:00 pm Close)
*Closed on Mon. & Tue. (except public holidays)

LOCATION | 6th Floor

DRESS CODE | Smart Elegant
*Gentlemen are requested to wear jackets. For summer, jackets are optional but collared shirts are required.

SEATS | 60
3 private dining rooms

T: +81 3 3211 5317
E: esterre@palacehotel.jp

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Menus

*All prices are inclusive of consumption tax and subject to an additional 15% service charge.
*Menus and prices are subject to change without notice.

March 1 - May 31

a taste of spring

Outstanding Seasonal Taste

Managatsuo bonito is prized since its umami increases in spring.
The fat that seeps out from slow grilling over binchotan charcoal is testimony to its delicious flavor. Served with a rich and refreshing fish-based sour sauce made with blood oranges and assorted vegetables. Garnished with grilled greens.

Managatsuo on the embers, roasted spring vegetables
Green asparagus and baked morels, mousseline sauce
Lemon and olive oil composition, fromage blanc granite
*Managatsuo & Green asparagas to be served from end of March.

*Menus are subject to change without notice.

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Managatsuo on the embers
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Green asparagus and baked morels
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Lemon and olive oil composition
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Spring Wine Selection

By the Glass

spring wine selection

A selection of three exceptional wines hand-selected by Esterre’s sommelier, to enjoy a spring pairing with seasonal dishes.

Loire Sancerre Sauvage Pascal Jolivet 2021 | JPY 3,500
Alsace Riesling Hugel 2021 | JPY 3,000
Veneto Soave Classico La Rocca Pieropan 2021 | JPY 2,500

*Limited availability.

Reservations Required

cakes from esterre

An enchanting ruby red cake inspired by a rose, perfect for anniversaries and special celebrations.
The Earl Grey sponge cake is layered with cream and geleé of raspberry, Earl Grey and chocolate from Le Chocolat Alain Ducasse, topped with fresh raspberries. A crunchy praliné of Earl Grey adds a delightful contrast to the texture.

Rosace de Framboise | ⌀12cm JPY 7,800 / ⌀15cm JPY 11,000

*Available as an add-on to a lunch or dinner order.
*Not available for individual orders nor for takeout.
*Advance reservations required by 6:00 pm 5 days prior. Any cancellations after that time will incur a charge of 100%.

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Rosace de Framboise
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private dining

In addition to its main dining area, Esterre by Alain Ducasse features three beautifully appointed private dining rooms.

Available with western-style seating, the fully enclosed spaces are ideal for hosting intimate gatherings.

Seating capacities range from 2 to 10.

Room usage fees range from JPY 11,000 to JPY 22,000.

Please contact us for more details.

CANCELLATIONS & LATE ARRIVALS POLICY

Cancellations of lunch reservations must be received by 11:30 am (local time), and dinner reservations by 6:00 pm (local time) on the day of reservation.

Cancellations of private room reservations must be received by 10:00 pm (local time) one day prior.

No-shows and cancellations received after the above noted times will incur a charge of JPY 5,500 per person for lunch and JPY 11,000 per person for dinner reservations.

And to ensure the timely accommodation of punctual guests, arrivals of more than 30 minutes past the original time reserved will also be considered cancelled.

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Chef de Cuisine Kei Kojima

chef's profile

Chef de Cuisine – Kei KOJIMA

Born in 1964 in Tokyo, grew up in Kamakura. Kei trained under Michel Guérard, Alain Chapel and Pierre Gagnaire during his experience in France from 1988. Working together with Alain Ducasse and his right-hand man Franck Cerutti for more than 10 years at Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse in Monaco, Kei was also the Sous Chef for 3 years. Alain Ducasse says about Kei: “the Japanese chef who understands and carries out my culinary philosophies better than any other chef in the world.”
After returning to Japan with this experience and technique, Kei has been the Executive Chef of Beige Alain Ducasse Tokyo since 2010, being listed as a Michelin 2-star restaurant for 8 consecutive years. As a leading chef who has embodied Alain Ducasse’s world of cuisine in Japan, he is now taking on a new challenge at Esterre by Alain Ducasse.

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