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Il Rato
イル ラート
Shinjuku
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italian
4.4
(52 reviews)
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4.0

I visited this Italian restaurant with friends for our monthly dinner gathering! The octopus bread was adorable! We had a reservation for 6 PM and enjoyed a fish-focused Italian course. There wasn't a wine menu, but the sommelier was there to personally recommend and bring us three different wines to choose from. We started with a glass of champagne to toast, then ordered a bottle of white wine. I prefer lighter wines, so I chose one that paired well with the dishes. The white wine and food were a delicious combination! I find that Italian and French cuisine with seafood are always light and flavorful. Next, we were told that meat dishes would be served, so we opted for a red wine. I asked for something that wasn't too sweet or heavy, but rather light and easy to drink. The red wine also complemented the food perfectly! The hormone minestrone was incredibly tender and went well with the red wine. The pasta was made with fresh noodles and had a firm texture, making it very tasty. The portions were generous, leaving us feeling full and satisfied. It was a truly happy and enjoyable evening! Thank you for the delicious meal!

5.0

The fish is so delicious, it's like you're at a sushi restaurant. And the meat is cooked to perfection. Whether it's meat or fish, the course showcases the simple flavors of the ingredients. It's definitely Italian, but it has a Japanese-like atmosphere. They also suggest different wines for each dish, which is perfect for those who enjoy creating pairings through conversation. Be careful not to get too drunk, as there's a lot of food! The location is also great, as it's the kind of place that will make your companions say, "There's a restaurant like this in Shinjuku Sanchome?!" It's enjoyable whether you go alone or with a group. It's my favorite Italian restaurant.

4.0

The seafood was fresh and delicious. The grilling was perfect. While there wasn't a separate drinks menu, you could order drinks to go with your meal. However, I felt more comfortable ordering drinks if there was a menu, both in terms of price and taste.

5.0

I had this course. It was a fish-centric platter with a ton of different dishes. I was already full after two rounds of pasta, and then they brought out the meat! I was so stuffed, it was painful! www But everything was delicious.

5.0

I visited this restaurant based on a friend's recommendation. It's relatively close to Shinjuku Sanchome Station, but it's located on the 4th floor of a building, so it's hard to find unless you're looking for it. I had the ¥15,000 course with wine pairings. The selection of Italian wines was incredibly diverse, and the pairings with the dishes were excellent. The food and wine were fantastic, but the staff's hospitality was truly exceptional. I made the mistake of eating too quickly and didn't fully savor the dishes, but I'll make sure to pace myself next time. The first dish, the yellowtail from Ishikawa Prefecture, was amazing, and the focaccia was also of very high quality. The menu included: * Yellowtail from Ishikawa Prefecture * Eel and white beans from Aichi Prefecture * Minestrone * Shibayama snow crab and taro gnocchi * Grilled cod milt * Cod milt and taro * Flathead grey mullet with taro puree * Banettone * Amatriciana * Charcoal-grilled dish * Dessert * Petit fours