Quintessence
French restaurant · Shinagawa ·
Modern French cuisine, seasonal ingredients, extensive wine list
Modern French cuisine, seasonal ingredients, extensive wine list
"The name comes from Shuzo Kishida’s passion for discovering the true essence of French cuisine. The chef pursues his quest through three processes: ingredients, flame and seasoning. For Kishida, ‘ingredients’ means deep respect for food producers, common to all aspects of cooking; ‘flame’ means flame-handling that is finely attuned to the fish or meat at hand; and ‘seasoning’ is flavouring that is tailored to each ingredient. The soul of cooking lies in this trinity. The white spaces on the menu leave space for your imagination." - Michelin Inspector
"Recognized with the MICHELIN Green Star for a particularly strong commitment to a more sustainable gastronomy, this Tokyo-based restaurant embodies an inspiring and virtuous vision—whether through reducing waste, shrinking environmental impact, preserving natural resources, protecting endangered species or supporting local, environmentally responsible producers—that Michelin is eager to recognize and reward." - MICHELIN Guide Asia
"Rank: #53"
"French restaurant Quintessence has maintained its Three MICHELIN Stars for 15 consecutive years. The restaurant is commended for its exceptional cuisine that has reached the realm of art, while practicing sustainable gastronomy." - MICHELIN Guide Japan
"Quintessence (French cuisine, Shinagawa-ku) and Joël Robuchon (French cuisine, Meguro-ku)." - MICHELIN Inspectors