PST Higashi Azabu (Pizza Studio Tamaki Higashi Azabu)

Who would have thought that in Japan I would eat one of the most delicious pizzas I have ever eaten? The regular Neapolitan pizza was undoubtedly one of the best pizzas I've ever eaten. The white pizza was also great but less successful in my opinion. The truffle didn't feel successful but everything else was great. The atmosphere, the service, the beer were exceptional and the homemade ginger ale is a must, as are the ice cream and tiramisu.

A two floor pizzeria with an actual wood fired oven. Pizzas here are made very quickly as they also burn very quickly. The burned portions in my attached photo demonstrate this fact. The pizzas are divided between cheese and tomato based. I ordered the salami which is cheese, olive oil, and salami. The crust is very flavorful despite having no tomato sauce. The burnt portions of the crust may turn off some - I've seen many customers leave them on their plate. As for the wine selection, in addition to the standard Italian fare of Chianti, etc. the owner is apparently a South African oenophile and the glass wine was a 2022 Warwick Estate First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon which is the favorite wine of one of my South African friends - this was a nostalgic and fantastic reunion with a wine. Despite being a full house, the staff were very attentive and noting that I was a solo diner, kind enough to chat with me between their tasks. (Thanks!) I went around 5:50 pm on a Sunday and it filled up very quickly. Reservations highly recommended.

Short walk away from teamlab borderless. We came here without a reservation right when they opened and were lucky to get seated pretty quickly. If you can, try to get a hotel concierge to call and make reservations, especially if you have a larger party. The pizza here is neopolitqn style and to die for. Don’t skip on the burrata and fruit appetizer. The pairing works surprisingly well. The pizza is not huge, so you can definitely do one pizza per person if you’re a large eater. We got the butter chicken pizza and the monthly pizza (beef short rib). Both were super tasty and seasoned well, albeit the short rib pizza was a tad messy to eat. One of our favorite pizza places!

One of the best pizza places in Tokyo. Pizza was made in a giant oven right in front of the entrance. Ordered the tamaki pizza, diavola and Bismarck. The highlight for me was the Bismarck, that runny egg in the middle takes the pizza to a whole another level. All 3 pizza was made to perfection, the balance of topping to the base was on point. Even though the pizza can be shared, each seat occupied has to order a drink. Like most places in Tokyo. But the pizza is worth it.

The most aggressively salted pizza I have ever had! The two people next to me agreed. I ordered the marinated octopus and celery, and the buffalo mozzarella tomatoe pizza and added the homemade sausage. I also tried their non-tomato based monthly special pizza (scallop pizza). The tomato based was superior in every aspect, and less salty, the tomato sauce was super delicate and pizza had the right amount of good quality cheese to allow the tomato sauce to shine. The salt level on the scallop pizza was really next level, I couldn’t finish my slice. The marinated octopus was super rubbery and tough. The good news is there was vey little of it which comes down to the marinated celery. The celery was surprisingly the best bite I had there. Good quality olive oil and the right amount of capers made this starter a refreshing start. They bring a complementary amuse bouche, mushroom soup, which I enjoyed very much, good consistency and depth of flavour. I must say, overall, I am disappointed with the pizza. I wanted to love it, but the amount of salt was a problem for me. The pizza is made fresh, the crust is soggy in the middle (you can’t pick it up and eat it) but the edges were crusty. I would probably give it 3.5 star for the food as each plate had a flaw in it, but the parts they got right were really good so I’d put it at 4 and the atmosphere is charming, the beer was great. I had similarly priced pizza at other places in Tokyo (near by) and I thought they were better.

Definitely one of the best pizza restaurants in Japan. It is highly recommended to reserve beforehand (the only way is to call them). They serve Neapolitan style pizza with a slight twist. Some of the pizzas here have a bit of a Japanese twist. Personally, my favorite is the 5 fomaggi. The cheese blend together really well and the honey on top makes each bite even more delicious. Be sure to ask for the chili for a bit of a kick in the end. For the desserts, I recommend the affogato. The tiramisu is good but nothing special. The price is on the pricey side and be prepared to spend 5-6000 yen for a fulfilling meal. However, I think it's definitely worth it for a special night.

The flavors of each dish are a delightful symphony, meticulously crafted to create a wonderful contrast of ingredients that harmonize beautifully. I wholeheartedly recommend trying the margarita pizza and the lasagna. The lasagna, in particular, is a true standout, boasting an irresistible, golden-brown crispy layer of cheese that adds a satisfying crunch. Each forkful reveals perfectly cooked noodles that have just the right amount of bite, layered with a rich, savory blend of meat and a robust sauce that enhances every delightful mouthful.

Definitely my best meal ever in Japan. The squad, food, atmosphere and hospitality were amazing. The wait is a little long, but be patient because the people and food will make up for it. Be respectful and soak it all in. Will comeback again when in Japan, this I promise 🤤😉🫶🏻🍕