Restaurant
The Blind Donkey
リトルトーキョー 2F, １丁目-７-14 三好 江東区 東京都 135-0022, Japan
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リトルトーキョー 2F, １丁目-７-14 三好 江東区 東京都 135-0022, Japan
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Perched on the second floor in Kiyosumi-shirakawa, The Blind Donkey pairs California farm-to-table cooking with organic Japanese produce. Natural wine enthusiasts and visiting chefs regularly steer friends to this minimalist dining room. Plates revolve around micro-seasonal harvests gathered directly from independent growers across the country. An evolving omakase shifts from savory onion tarts and tender hand-rolled trofie with squid to grilled meats, matched against low-intervention vins natures. Bar seats look straight into the kitchen, finishing simply with rich chocolate gateau alongside kumquat ice cream.
- Seasonal Tasting Menus: Multi-course tasting menus change with daily harvests, featuring dishes like squid trofie and chocolate gateau.
- Direct-Farm Sourcing: Produce, meats, and grains come straight from independent, organic growers across Japan.
- Natural Wine Program: A curated rotation of organic, low-intervention bottles poured to match the seasonal courses.
- Open Kitchen Setting: A minimalist room with an open counter where cooks prepare each plate in plain view.
What's On at The Blind Donkey
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at The Blind Donkey
Why discerning diners choose The Blind Donkey for seasonal, organic dining in Tokyo
Organic Farm-to-Table Tasting Menus
Courses are crafted around meticulously sourced produce and regional ingredients from small Japanese growers, translated through an organic culinary sensibility.
Beautiful menu made from the most meticulously sourced organic and local ingredients from Japan prepared with a French-Californian flair by the gifted Chez Panisse alum, chef Jerome Waag.
MF Nielson Singer Curated Natural and Organic Wine Pairings
The dining room pairs seasonal tasting dishes with an expansive list of thoughtfully selected low-intervention and natural wines.
The food and the pace that it came out was timed perfectly. We got it paired with natural wines, which were amazing.
Provider Store Michelin-Quality Dining at an Accessible Price
Guests can enjoy an exceptional Michelin-caliber seasonal tasting menu at an approachable, fair price point.
The food itself is nothing short of Michelin star at a fraction of the price.
Hon Chan Warm Satisfaction in Shared Seasonal Plates
Sharing multiple prefix courses together across an intimate setting creates a relaxed, memorable dining experience.
全てのお料理を少しずつ食べられる幸福感たるや！
ri ota A Refreshing Alternative to Standard Tokyo Fare
Provides a welcome change of pace from traditional Tokyo staples with fresh, produce-focused courses that readily accommodate gluten-free dining.
If you need a break from sushi, izakaya, tempura, etc. - this is it.
Jim Kloiber Intimate Hideaway Ambiance
The compact second-floor hideaway offers a cozy, unpretentious retreat suited for relaxed evenings away from busy streetscapes.
The moment you step inside, the ambiance envelops you—intimate lighting, eclectic décor, and an atmosphere that is both cozy and mysterious.
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Most popular items
Seasonal, ingredient-driven highlights crafted from organic Japanese producers
Omakase menu
I had the omakase menu and it was sensational.
Judy Ryan Onion tart
Highlights of the meal include the onion tart, the mushroom risotto, the trofie with squids and the chocolate gateux with qumquat Ice cream.
Elsa Hill 幸福豚ロースト
メインは、鹿児島・鹿屋 ふくどめ小牧場の幸福豚ロースト、初夏の野菜と焦がしトマトソース。赤身の甘さが印象的で、脂は軽やかな食べ心地で、旨味あるソースが最高ですね。
kago_foodie Homemade ginger ale
Their homemade ginger ale was a particular surprise, such a strong ginger taste... Loved it!
Matt Hilton
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful service touches and dining details that elevate your meal
Course-by-Course Plate Splitting
When dining as a party, the team splits prix-fixe courses individually onto separate plates so guests can sample every option seamlessly across double the dishes.
Producer Storytelling at the Table
Chefs and servers share the personal origins and regional farmer stories behind every seasonal ingredient, with producer letters displayed along the walls.
Open Kitchen Counter Engagement
A small dining room with open counter seating allows guests to watch chefs prepare courses up close with attentive, approachable conversation.
Dietary and Non-Alcoholic Accommodation
Menus are thoughtfully constructed to naturally accommodate gluten-free diners alongside house-crafted drinks like spicy ginger ale and regional kombucha.
Before you head over
Practical guidance for booking, course sharing, and wine pairings at The Blind Donkey
Book Reservations in Advance
With roughly 20 covers tucked on the second floor of a quiet residential building, seating is limited and spots fill quickly. Reserve your table in advance rather than dropping in.
Coordinate Course Sharing
If you are dining as a pair, choose different options across the seasonal prix-fixe courses. The kitchen can split and portion each selection individually, letting you taste twice as many farm-to-table plates.
Ask Staff for Natural Wine Pairings
While set pairings are not listed, staff provide tailored glass recommendations for each dish from their collection of natural and organic wines.
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