Requinquer
Creative Cuisine / Fusion Food
Sustainably-farmed and sourced Japanese ingredients are transformed into traditional French cuisine at this Michelin-recommended French restaurant.
Restaurant Details
Delicious food shouldn’t come at the cost of the environment.
At least, that’s the philosophy of Requinquer’s owner and head chef Souichi Furuya. First inspired to pursue French cuisine after a life-changing experience with a French meal in elementary school, he trained at a French restaurant in Tokyo after graduating from vocational school, before deciding to continue training in France at the age of 26.
His prodigious skill led him to the kitchens of Le Clos des Gourmets and Lucas Carton in Paris, and later the Hotel de la Tour in the Colette region, before he returned to Japan to work in the Bistro de la Cite for five more years. In 2009, he put this experience to use in his founding of Requinquer.
Meaning “to perk up” in French, Requinquer is Chef Furuya’s vision of using time-honored French technique to transform high-quality Japanese ingredients. Japan’s land and climate are key to producing ingredients that can be found nowhere else, he explains, from the seafood to the vegetables. As such, 90 percent of the ingredients that go into his dishes are sourced domestically.
In order to let these natural flavors shine through as much as possible, Requinquer’s dishes use a minimal amount of butter, cream and other fats and oils. Furthermore, as a commitment to sustainability, Requinquer specifically uses vegetables that are too small or not visually appealing enough to be sold commercially. The Sustainable Galette, the restaurant’s signature dish, was actually born out of Chef Furuya’s desire to reduce food loss by discarding unused vegetable parts — and ended up being one of the most popular dishes at his restaurant.
Michelin Guide:
2015-2023 - 1 Michelin Star
A menu that bears the restaurant’s name, this is the recommended lunch menu at Requinquer, which offers everything from appetizers to substantial meat dishes. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
A menu that bears the restaurant’s name, this is the recommended lunch menu at Requinquer, which offers everything from appetizers to substantial meat dishes. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
Meaning “young elm”, the Menu Ormeau in Requinquer has abalone as the highlight — though that’s not to detract from any of the other dishes, all of which are prepared with passion and warmth. Nonetheless, guests who would prefer a different course in place of the abalone are perfectly welcome to request a different dish in its place when making their reservations. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
Meaning “young elm”, the Menu Ormeau in Requinquer has abalone as the highlight — though that’s not to detract from any of the other dishes, all of which are prepared with passion and warmth. Nonetheless, guests who would prefer a different course in place of the abalone are perfectly welcome to request a different dish in its place when making their reservations. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
As the name would suggest, this is the most luxurious lunch course available at Requinquer, showcasing Chef Furuya’s masterful technique, both classic and modern, as he turns seasonal ingredients into his specific brand of French cuisine. Several items available only on the dinner menu are available in the Menu Luxe for afternoon diners. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
As the name would suggest, this is the most luxurious lunch course available at Requinquer, showcasing Chef Furuya’s masterful technique, both classic and modern, as he turns seasonal ingredients into his specific brand of French cuisine. Several items available only on the dinner menu are available in the Menu Luxe for afternoon diners. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
The dinner edition of the Requinquer course offers a much wider spread of items than its lunch counterpart, including several types of appetizers and two desserts. This menu also offers some degree of customizability, including vegetarian options. Guests who wish to make requests may submit them when making their reservations. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
The dinner edition of the Requinquer course offers a much wider spread of items than its lunch counterpart, including several types of appetizers and two desserts. This menu also offers some degree of customizability, including vegetarian options. Guests who wish to make requests may submit them when making their reservations. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
As suggested by the name, the Menu Imagination allows Chef Furuya to exercise the full extent of his imagination. The menu contents are entirely dependent on what he has to work with that day, and whatever he is inspired by. It’s a risk for sure — but, judging by the rave reviews from guests and food critics alike, one that is well worth taking. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
As suggested by the name, the Menu Imagination allows Chef Furuya to exercise the full extent of his imagination. The menu contents are entirely dependent on what he has to work with that day, and whatever he is inspired by. It’s a risk for sure — but, judging by the rave reviews from guests and food critics alike, one that is well worth taking. ※ The menu contents are subject to change based on seasonal availability.
Requinquer Remarks
Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies are requested to inform the restaurant beforehand.
The restaurant is unable to make accommodations for guests who only inform the restaurant on the day itself.
The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.
The restaurant can arrange a vegetarian menu that still makes use of eggs, cream and milk. Please make your requests known to the restaurant while making your reservation.
Children under 12 are not permitted entry to the restaurant.
Requinquer Business Days
Requinquer Address
5-17-11 Shirokanedai, Minato City, Tokyo, 108-0071
Requinquer Access Info
Requinquer is located a 4-minute walk from Exit 1 of Shirokanedai Station on the Tokyo Subway Namboku and Mita Lines, or a 12-minute walk from the East Exit of Meguro Station on the JR Lines.
Requinquer Phone Number
Requinquer Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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