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About this place
Aroma-rich zeppoline seasoned with fresh sea lettuce and fried gnocchi tossed in anchovy butter set an easy, drink-friendly tone at gnudi, an Italian wine bar and restaurant in Jingumae. The kitchen's focus is on thoughtfully crafted warm appetisers and small dishes ordered à la carte, inviting diners to sample their way across the chalkboard. Highlights include the namesake 'naked ravioli'—spinach and ricotta gnudi—alongside comforting plates like wagyu, aubergine, and courgette meat lasagne.
Natural wines are the heart of the cellar, poured generously by the glass and bottle. Guests can describe what profile they are after to find an easy pairing for each course. Draft Tokyo Craft pale ale, house-made limoncello soda, and digestifs offer plenty of variety across an evening.
Seating spans counter spots, dining tables, and outdoor terrace seating, with weekday service stretching until 0:00. Because the chef handles cooking and service single-handedly, meals unfold at an unhurried tempo suited to lingering over a glass rather than dining in a rush, making advance reservations well worthwhile.
