est
French in Marunouchi & Otemachi, Tokyo, 5 min walk from Ōtemachi Station
Inside Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi
Our analysis
- #5of 17 French restaurants in Marunouchi & Otemachi
- ¥27,000least expensive dinner course; median ¥14,800
- ★Michelin Guide 2026
- Englishonline booking from abroad
Dinner ¥40,000–49,999Closed WednesdaysBook online: Pocket Concierge
All 17 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 11
Inside 6
In our ranking, est is 5th of the 17 French restaurants in Marunouchi & Otemachi and 97th of 393 in Tokyo. Its least expensive dinner course is ¥27,000 (on Tabelog), 82% above the ¥14,800 median of the 21 French restaurants in Tokyo ranked nearest to it; at lunch, ¥14,000 (on Tabelog) is 61% above the ¥8,712 median of 21. Its record: one Michelin star in the Michelin Guide 2026 (one of 115 in Tokyo in this guide). From abroad it can be booked online in English on Pocket Concierge and OMAKASE; 185 of the 393 French restaurants in Tokyo can be. Good for a private room (for 2, 4, 6, or 8), a less expensive lunch (from ¥14,000, 48% below its least expensive dinner course), and an anniversary (it prepares a celebration if asked when booking). Course prices that sources agree on: ¥27,000 on Tabelog, Pocket Concierge, and Ikyu; ¥14,000 on Tabelog, Pocket Concierge, and Ikyu.
How it compares
French restaurants in Marunouchi & Otemachi with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Tokyo | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sezanne | #7 | budget ¥60,000–79,999 | budget ¥60,000–79,999 | Online in English (OMAKASE) | Silver 2026 · Tabelog 100 2025 | 4 min, Tokyo | Mon, Tue |
| Cycle | #94 | budget ¥40,000–49,999 | budget ¥20,000–29,999 | Online in English (TableCheck) | ★ · Tabelog 100 2025 | 5 min, Takebashi | Mon |
| est | #97 | ¥27,000 | ¥14,000 | Online in English (Pocket Concierge) | ★ | 5 min, Ōtemachi | Wed |
| Jardin de Sens Tokyo | — | budget ¥30,000–39,999 | ¥8,855 | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 2 min, Nijūbashimae | — |
| Hoshinoya Tokyo Dining | — | budget ¥30,000–39,999 | — | No public phone or online | — | 3 min, Ōtemachi | — |
| Tokyo Kaikan Union Club | — | budget ¥30,000–39,999 | — | Online in English (TableCheck) | — | 2 min, Nijūbashimae | Sat, Sun |
For international visitors
Easy to book from abroad
Takes bookings online in English and has a menu or staff in English.
| Menu | English |
|---|---|
| Staff | English |
| Payment | |
| Seating and facilities | Private rooms, Sofa seating, Sommelier, Free Wi-Fi |
How to book est
- Book online in English on Pocket Concierge or OMAKASE, the booking services the restaurant uses.
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 050-5457-3989 (+81-50-5457-3989 from outside Japan). The restaurant says it has English-speaking staff.
- Cancellations: the restaurant charges a cancellation fee. Check the terms when you book.
- Anniversaries and birthdays: the restaurant prepares a celebration if you ask when you book (a dessert plate with your message, a cake or a surprise). More in Tokyo.
Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Lunch Decouverte Weekday Only 3-Dish Course
Lunch · 3 dishes · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
¥9,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$60
Cheapest
Lunch Decouverte Weekday Limited Lunch 3-Dish Course + Welcome Glass of Champagne (Online Exclusive Plan)
Lunch · 3 dishes · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
- Champagne
¥9,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$60
Lunch EMOTION Omakase CourseMost booked
Lunch · 5 dishes · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
¥14,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$90
¥5,000 more than the one above
Lunch Omakase Course by Chef SAISON
Lunch · 8 dishes · 2 hr at the table · 1–4 guests
¥20,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$130
¥6,000 more than the one above
Dinner Terroir Omakase Course 6/1
Dinner · 8 dishes · 1–4 guests
¥27,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$180
¥7,000 more than the one above
Dinner est Omakase Course Starting 6/1Most booked
Dinner · 9 dishes · 1–4 guests
¥32,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$210
¥5,000 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
On Instagram
Prices
| Dinner | ¥40,000–49,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Lunch | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
| Diners report spending | ¥40,000–49,999 at dinner, ¥20,000–29,999 at lunch |
| Service charge | Service charge 15%, consumption tax |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
| Friday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00–15:30, 18:00–22:00 |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 72 |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2, 4, 6, or 8 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Children are welcome at some times or seats; under-10s may be limited. Check when you book |
| Dress code | The recommended dress code is smart casual. *Please refrain from entering the store in casual attire such as T-shirts, shorts, tank tops, sandals, etc. Thank you for your understanding. |
| Setting | Beautiful view, Night view, Hotel restaurant, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Sofa seating, Free Wi-Fi available |
| Drinks | Wine, Particular about wine |
| Services | Celebrations and surprises, Sommelier available |
| Opened | September 2020 |
Getting there
5 min walk (390 m) from Ōtemachi Station, Exit A4.
Also near: Takebashi (Exit 4): 5 min · Tokyo (Exit M10): 10 min
- Leave Ōtemachi Station by Exit A4 and walk west for 200 m.
- Bear left and walk 30 m.
- Turn right and walk 20 m.
- Turn left at PRONTO and walk 40 m.
- Turn left and walk 60 m.
est is on your left.
On your left
Look for
フォーシーズンズホテル東京大手町
Written this way on the building
Floor
39F
38 floors up from the street; take the lift
Show this to a taxi driver
東京都千代田区大手町1-2-1 フォーシーズンズホテル東京大手町 39F
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 1-2-1 Otemachi Chiyoda, Tokyo 100-0004 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | Directly connected via underground passage from Otemachi Station C4, C5 exit. |
Nearby
Luxury hotels nearby
- Palace Hotel Tokyo, 380 m, about 6 min walk
Awards
MichelinMichelin Guide 2026: one star
Est has one Michelin star in the Michelin Guide 2026. est in the Michelin Guide · All Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo · Michelin-starred French restaurants in Tokyo
Questions visitors ask
How much does est cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥40,000–49,999 per person and lunch at ¥15,000–19,999. Drinks and a service charge (Service charge 15%, consumption tax) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
Does est have an English menu?
Yes. The restaurant lists a menu in English.
When is est closed?
It is closed on Wednesdays.
Can I bring children to est?
Children are welcome at some times or seats; under-10s may be limited. Check when you book.
What is the nearest station to est?
Ōtemachi Station, about 5 minutes on foot (390 m). Tokyo Station is about 11 minutes away.
Does est have a dress code?
The recommended dress code is smart casual. *Please refrain from entering the store in casual attire such as T-shirts, shorts, tank tops, sandals, etc. Thank you for your understanding.
Does est have a Michelin star?
Yes. Est has one Michelin star in the Michelin Guide 2026.
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026), Ikyu, Pocket Concierge, the Michelin Guide, and the restaurant's website; the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.