Il Lupino Prime

Part trattoria, part steakhouse and a bit of a cool bar, this swanky, four-story empire in Omotesando is built and backed by the world-famous restauranter Wolfgang Zweiner — the same figure behind Wolfgang Steakhouse branches in New York, Tokyo, Miami and Seoul. The first floor of this Italian steakhouse serves as the primary dining area boasting a semi-open kitchen and modern interior with neo-classic grandeur — think rows of chandeliers, dark wood paneling and wall-to-ceiling windows. The second floor houses private VIP rooms befitting for deal-closing dinners and lavish celebrations. For drinks before the meal or solo diners, head to the sleek bar on the third floor that gloats a liquor collection big enough to earn appraisal from the sharpest connoisseur. It’s safe to say that they do a lot of things right by bringing the big leagues — think USDA Prime steaks, thick cuts of fillet, T-bone fit for sharing and dry-aged sirloin ready to be washed down by dry cocktails. Antipasto impresses with items like the buffalo mozzarella caprese and fresh carpaccio,but mains are high on the list too with options like handmade pappardelle with truffle and Parmigiano cheese risotto. For those bringing pets, head to the fourth floor with the al-fresco dining space.