La Matiere serves classic French in Kagurazaka, with a 2025 Tabelog 100 #9 rating of 3.7pts and an extensive wine list.
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- Address
- 6 Chome-29 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0825, Japan
- Phone
- +81 3-3260-4778
- Website
- tabelog.com
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Tabelog 100 #9 for Classic French in Kagurazaka
Tabelog 100 #9 in 2025, at 3.7pts, gives La Matiere a concrete credential for classic French in Kagurazaka. It fits lunch or dinner plans with a full meal in mind.
6 Chome-29 Kagurazaka and Smart Casual Dress
6 Chome-29 Kagurazaka puts the restaurant in Shinjuku City, Tokyo. Smart casual dress and upscale casual service set a polished but not formal plan.
Classic French with an Extensive Wine List
Classic French pairs with an extensive wine list, leisurely pacing, and conversational noise. That makes the room easier to align with a longer, conversation-led meal.
Standing Among Peers
Comparable options at the same price tier.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Matiere | Classic French in Kagurazaka | $$$ | , | Shinjuku |
| PIERRE HERME PARIS Aoyama | Modern French patisserie & dessert salon | $$$ | , | Shibuya |
| Echire Maison du Beurre | French Pâtisserie | $$$ | , | Chiyoda |
| Naturam | Seasonal French with Japanese Ingredients | $$$ | Setagaya | |
| レザンファン ギャテ | Modern French Terrine Specialist | $$$ | , | Shibuya |
| Otona | French-Italian Bistro | $$$ | , | Kinshicho |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #9 · No. 9
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025
At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Classic
- Low Profile Address
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Business Dinner
- Celebration
- Group Dining
- Standalone
- Extensive Wine List
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 6–8 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm and relaxed with a small, cozy dining room and classic French bistro feel, suited more to quiet meals with friends or dates than to large, boisterous gatherings.