01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Perusing the wine selections chalked onto the blackboard and deciding on dishes to match makes dinner at Ozawa in Yutenji an easygoing pleasure. The kitchen avoids strict boundaries, turning out seasonal starters like seared sea bream carpaccio and corn and bitter gourd kakiage alongside homestyle plates like the signature meat pie. For those with a heartier appetite, substantial options include mentaiko Timur pepper spaghetti, butcher's genovese spaghetti, and beef tendon curry.
Bar-Hour Nibbles, Wine Pairings, and Sweet Finishes
During bar service, the menu shifts comfortably to grazing plates: Jamón Serrano, liver paste, assorted cheeses, and smoked mixed nuts pair naturally with drinks. Wine by the glass in red and white is available alongside Kirin Ichiban Shibori draft beer, sparkling wines, whiskies, and assorted spirits, allowing guests to match glasses to their plates without fuss. Lingering for dessert is equally inviting, with sweet options such as the noted terrine de chocolat, Yucchi cannelés, and house-baked cookies served alongside coffee.
Seating includes indoor tables and terrace spots, maintaining a relaxed, unhurried rhythm throughout the evening. Closed on Thursdays, Ozawa opens from 18:00 on weekdays and from 17:00 on weekends, serving until 1:00 the following morning. That makes it just as dependable for a reserved dinner as for an impromptu late-night drink and bite.
