Ryugin

Amber C★★★★★★★★★★4.0a week ago

We had been to RyuGin in their original location years ago and decided to come dine at their new location recently. The restaurant is spacious and beautiful. It has a stunning view of the area near the palace. While we did have an enjoyable dining experience overall, we were disappointed with the food. There were some outstanding courses, namely the shark fin soup, uni and wagyu beef. However, there were a few misses. The cold tofu had an unpleasant gummy texture and little tofu taste. I couldn't finish it. Stonefish was used in a couple of different preparations, sashimi and cooked. Sashimi was sliced too thick which made it hard to chew since the texture of the fish itself was stringy and crunchy. The cooked version wasn't any better and both tasted so bland. The tea pairing that we had was quite nice. We very much enjoyed the variety of teas that were served. Service was good but wish the staff would smile more. They were very solemn during the service. Overall, a good experience but had higher expectations of the food.

Mason Song★★★★★★★★★★1.02 months ago

RyuGin’s three-star Michelin status was completely undeserved in our experience. The food was unimpressive, some dishes outright cold, and the service was rigid. At $2,500, we expected far more. They refused a spoon for soup, insisted we use chopsticks, and then offered us used chopsticks as a souvenir, denying us a fresh set. Worse, after enforcing their dress code with a $5 shirt, they harassed us for days, calling our hotel to retrieve it. For such an expensive meal, this was absurd. Hospitality and flexibility were nowhere to be found.

Wittapon Jawjit★★★★★★★★★★5.05 months ago

The second time is still the charm. Well thought through menu that showcases the finest ingredients from all over Japan. The staff still remembered us and seated at the same table after 1 year passed. Will certainly come back for the 3rd time.

L Chan★★★★★★★★★★5.0a year ago

An unforgettable experience that redefines fine dining. From the moment we stepped in, every detail - from the serene ambiance to the meticulously crafted dishes - leaves us in awe. Each course is a masterpiece, blending Japanese techniques with innovative flair. The flavours are bold yet delicate, showcasing the finest ingredients in the most unexpected ways. A truly jaw-dropping dining experience that lingers long after the meal.

Alex LaPolice★★★★★★★★★★3.0a year ago

I had very high expectations. This was the Pufferfish tasting menu, so every course had Pufferfish or Shirako (sperm sack). These are winter delicacies in Japan and the Pufferfish will kill you if it’s not prepared correctly so technically this was a very difficult menu to execute. However, I enjoyed less than half the dishes as the fish is very hard to eat. It is very tough and chewie and I only enjoyed the deep fried preparation and the hot pot. The rice porridge and dessert were phenomenal and there was one dish called “Tonight’s marinade dish” that was excellent. Again, I want to reiterate how hard the preparation of this fish is but the actual flavors and eating enjoyment were quite low for a 3-Star Michelin restaurant where the cost was $660 (no alcohol). I would recommend going when the menu is “normal” and I would like to give it another chance because it was very disappointing.