Seirinkan

This place is way blown out of proportion and hyped up. The pizza was decent (definitely not a 5/5), even though it was soggy. The arugula salad is passable. Service was on par with most other restaurants. There was nothing memorable about the food, especially considering there was a line. I wouldn't come back, especially if there was a wait.

The margherita pizza was my favorite! Cheese had a nice pull but wasn’t too overpowering. The marinara pizza was a little too watery with the tomato sauce, and the dough had a really strong garlic flavor. I recommend getting two pizzas if you’re used to American sizes!

I’ve had Seirinkan a number of times now on visits to Japan and it’s always good. The pizzas are high quality, fresh, chewy, and delicious. Better than some of the other top 50 contenders in the city for sure. There are 3 pizzas to choose from and I’ve had both the Marinara and the Margherita. On this past visit, I finally tried the pasta and it was also fresh and delicious. The arrabiata had just the right amount of heat. And they have my favorite ginger ale. Definitely get the tiramisu. Love the steampunk vibes and the Beatles decor.

Margherita pizza was great but the napolitana pasta was overcooked. a pizza lover honestly can't say it was worth the ~30min wait. Keep in mind that an order of pizza is mandatory for every order of pasta (e.g. can't have 2 pastas + 1 pizza)

I first sought out this restaurant because I had heard the story of the owner having travelled to Italy and faced discrimination when he was trying to learn how to make pizza. In the true defiant Japanese spirit he returned back to Japan and over the next 40 years taught himself how to make the perfect pizza. As you enter the restaurant the first thing you’re greeted with is the man himself cooking the pizza in a large oven. While the majority of the seating area is either above or below the level you’re currently on. Please if you can sit at the bar and witness the pizza making. The Beatles songs are played throughout the evening, but it’s not in such a manner to achieve a certain aesthetic or ironic vibe but rather you can sense he has a real appreciation of music, particularly a love of the Beatles. Apparently he is a musician, a drummer I heard him say in fact. The owner has way about him that exudes a coolness while he goes about his business while making the pizza. Interestingly it is not the pizzas that he makes but the pizzas that he chooses not to make. As I saw him throw away one of the pizza doughs as it was not up to the standard that he deemed servable to customers. When it comes to the pizza itself, I thought long and hard, “is this the best pizza I’ve ever had?”. This led me to think, does it really need to be the best pizza I’ve ever had. Because I can say it’s the best pizza experience I’ve ever had. The dough was chewy but not overly doughy, it was lightly salted, enough that you can taste the salt and burnt in a way that accentuated the flavours. The flavouring was simplistic, just a smear of red sauce, basil, mozzarella and a drizzle of oil. The side I had was nice but not particularly noteworthy. If you had combined this dough with a range of more flavoursome toppings then the discussion around best pizza could be had. But would you then lose the experience or the magic of the story that is this pizza place?

One of the best pizza places in Tokyo! The Marinara and Margherita pizzas were simply incredible—truly the best I've ever had. It can be crowded, so reservations at least a day in advance is recommended; otherwise, expect a wait. The service requires you to order drinks, and pizzas may take some time to arrive, but they are absolutely worth it.

Seirinkan is often considered the best pizza in Tokyo, and that statement may be correct. It’s been featured in places like CNN and enjoyed by many including David Chang, who went on to say “the best pizza in the world is in Tokyo” on his Netflix show “Ugly Delicious.” The shop itself is in a modified factory-like building and its decor makes it somewhat of a Beatles shrine. You have to go up a pretty scary spiral staircase, which will be a a tough challenge to overcome for some, but I hope they don't deter too many from getting a seat. Unlike a lot of other top pizza chefs, Seirinkan’s never actually trained in Naples and he utilizes Japanese ingredients, prioritizing freshness over origin. Now I’m generally not a crust fan, but wow, this one (and the pizza as a whole) was amazing. Super fresh and great location. I understand the hype.

Food 10/10 I want to make love with this dough. This pizza shop, in Tokyo, has become my favorite pizza place in the entire world and that is insane. The tomatoes made me like tomatoes on foods. I finished this meal a changed woman. I don’t even like pizza that much but the quality at this restaurant is absolutely incredible. We ordered the margarita and marinara, as well as a side of prosciutto. To be honest, can skip the prosciutto, these pizzas don’t need any add-ons. Personally liked the margarita more, but the marinara tomatoes did quite shock me. I hope to return one day. Atmosphere 10/10 Coolest Beatles-themed restaurant. Industrial and simple, with many quirky details and pictures of the Beatles. Enjoyed it thoroughly Service 10/10 We arrived 15 minutes before they opened and were promptly seated. They had three floors of seats, so as long as you get there when they arrive, there won’t be a wait.

This place is way blown out of proportion and hyped up. The pizza was decent (definitely not a 5/5), even though it was soggy. The arugula salad is passable. Service was on par with most other restaurants. There was nothing memorable about the food, especially considering there was a line. I wouldn't come back, especially if there was a wait.

The margherita pizza was my favorite! Cheese had a nice pull but wasn’t too overpowering. The marinara pizza was a little too watery with the tomato sauce, and the dough had a really strong garlic flavor. I recommend getting two pizzas if you’re used to American sizes!

I’ve had Seirinkan a number of times now on visits to Japan and it’s always good. The pizzas are high quality, fresh, chewy, and delicious. Better than some of the other top 50 contenders in the city for sure. There are 3 pizzas to choose from and I’ve had both the Marinara and the Margherita. On this past visit, I finally tried the pasta and it was also fresh and delicious. The arrabiata had just the right amount of heat. And they have my favorite ginger ale. Definitely get the tiramisu. Love the steampunk vibes and the Beatles decor.

Margherita pizza was great but the napolitana pasta was overcooked. a pizza lover honestly can't say it was worth the ~30min wait. Keep in mind that an order of pizza is mandatory for every order of pasta (e.g. can't have 2 pastas + 1 pizza)

I first sought out this restaurant because I had heard the story of the owner having travelled to Italy and faced discrimination when he was trying to learn how to make pizza. In the true defiant Japanese spirit he returned back to Japan and over the next 40 years taught himself how to make the perfect pizza. As you enter the restaurant the first thing you’re greeted with is the man himself cooking the pizza in a large oven. While the majority of the seating area is either above or below the level you’re currently on. Please if you can sit at the bar and witness the pizza making. The Beatles songs are played throughout the evening, but it’s not in such a manner to achieve a certain aesthetic or ironic vibe but rather you can sense he has a real appreciation of music, particularly a love of the Beatles. Apparently he is a musician, a drummer I heard him say in fact. The owner has way about him that exudes a coolness while he goes about his business while making the pizza. Interestingly it is not the pizzas that he makes but the pizzas that he chooses not to make. As I saw him throw away one of the pizza doughs as it was not up to the standard that he deemed servable to customers. When it comes to the pizza itself, I thought long and hard, “is this the best pizza I’ve ever had?”. This led me to think, does it really need to be the best pizza I’ve ever had. Because I can say it’s the best pizza experience I’ve ever had. The dough was chewy but not overly doughy, it was lightly salted, enough that you can taste the salt and burnt in a way that accentuated the flavours. The flavouring was simplistic, just a smear of red sauce, basil, mozzarella and a drizzle of oil. The side I had was nice but not particularly noteworthy. If you had combined this dough with a range of more flavoursome toppings then the discussion around best pizza could be had. But would you then lose the experience or the magic of the story that is this pizza place?

One of the best pizza places in Tokyo! The Marinara and Margherita pizzas were simply incredible—truly the best I've ever had. It can be crowded, so reservations at least a day in advance is recommended; otherwise, expect a wait. The service requires you to order drinks, and pizzas may take some time to arrive, but they are absolutely worth it.

Seirinkan is often considered the best pizza in Tokyo, and that statement may be correct. It’s been featured in places like CNN and enjoyed by many including David Chang, who went on to say “the best pizza in the world is in Tokyo” on his Netflix show “Ugly Delicious.” The shop itself is in a modified factory-like building and its decor makes it somewhat of a Beatles shrine. You have to go up a pretty scary spiral staircase, which will be a a tough challenge to overcome for some, but I hope they don't deter too many from getting a seat. Unlike a lot of other top pizza chefs, Seirinkan’s never actually trained in Naples and he utilizes Japanese ingredients, prioritizing freshness over origin. Now I’m generally not a crust fan, but wow, this one (and the pizza as a whole) was amazing. Super fresh and great location. I understand the hype.

Food 10/10 I want to make love with this dough. This pizza shop, in Tokyo, has become my favorite pizza place in the entire world and that is insane. The tomatoes made me like tomatoes on foods. I finished this meal a changed woman. I don’t even like pizza that much but the quality at this restaurant is absolutely incredible. We ordered the margarita and marinara, as well as a side of prosciutto. To be honest, can skip the prosciutto, these pizzas don’t need any add-ons. Personally liked the margarita more, but the marinara tomatoes did quite shock me. I hope to return one day. Atmosphere 10/10 Coolest Beatles-themed restaurant. Industrial and simple, with many quirky details and pictures of the Beatles. Enjoyed it thoroughly Service 10/10 We arrived 15 minutes before they opened and were promptly seated. They had three floors of seats, so as long as you get there when they arrive, there won’t be a wait.

Food 10/10 I want to make love with this dough. This pizza shop, in Tokyo, has become my favorite pizza place in the entire world and that is insane. The tomatoes made me like tomatoes on foods. I finished this meal a changed woman. I don't even like pizza that much but the quality at this restaurant is absolutely incredible. We ordered the margarita and marinara, as well as a side of prosciutto. To be honest, can skip the prosciutto, these pizzas don't need any add-ons. Personally liked the margarita more, but the marinara tomatoes did quite shock me. I hope to return one day. Atmosphere 10/10 Coolest Beatles-themed restaurant. Industrial and simple, with many quirky details and pictures of the Beatles. Enjoyed it thoroughly Service 10/10 We arrived 15 minutes before they opened and were promptly seated. They had three floors of seats, so as long as you get there when they arrive, there won't be a wait.

Seirinkan is a Napoli style pizza spot in Nakameguro, Tokyo. I took the family there for a special occasion since I heard so much about this place. This place has been around for years and is considered one of the best for Napoli style. It was featured on David Chang's Ugly Delicious pizza episode a little while back and since a friend from back home in New York said this was one of his favorite pizza spots, I finally made time to visit. Although they have some great dishes, they are best known for their Margherita and Marinara pizzas., and these two pizzas are what you need to get. Pizza, pasta and some wine makes for a good night. If you're in the Nakameguro area, it's worth a visit, though it's probably best to call and reserve beforehand. LIKE this post if you found this info helpful. FOLLOW for more hot tips on the best dining spots and where to buy hard to get food products to keep your tastebuds happy here in Japan. For more great places to enjoy international food and drinks in Japan join us on... INSTAGRAM: @gaijineatsjapan and the FACEBOOK group "Gaijin Eats Japan": www.facebook.com/groups/probably

Honestly, underwhelming. The pizza was okay but was strangely salty and the toppings had a hard time staying on the dough. It ended up being more of a pizza soup with the bottom crust being very soggy and flimsy. Around half the pizza also had no toppings whatsoever, just oil. The octopus appetizer, however, was good and my friend really enjoyed her pasta. The two of us who had pizza left disappointed, so maybe try the pasta or white pizza if you go. Service was average, not as friendly as other places in the area and the interior had an interesting Beatles theme vibe going on. Okay spot, but have had better in Tokyo and around the world.

Seirinkan is a Neapolitan-style Tokyo pizza joint that has gained international fame thanks to Korean American restaurateur David Chang. I was surprised to find that it felt like a super cool neighborhood pizzeria, with a largely Japanese crowd. Tourists come here, of course, but I didn't see anyone else who was so blatantly American. This being Yelp, though, I'm going to share our little itinerary with my fellow tourists. We took the train to Nakameguro and walked to Seirinkan from the station, and after a wonderful dinner, we wandered through Daikanyama and Ebisu, walking off some of our pizza. These neighborhoods were busy and vibrant by almost any standard, but they felt quieter than the other parts of Tokyo we saw, with less big business and tourism. Dinner at Seirinkan is an excellent reason to visit this part of town. I made a phone reservation once I got into Tokyo, just a few days in advance. I was told that we could only have the table for an hour and a half, and as we were just planning to nosh on some pizza and explore the area, this was fine by us. Our reservation was for 6:00 on a Tuesday, right when the restaurant opened. We showed up on time and got to witness how fast the place filled up. I think every table was occupied at like 6:03. The place was fun, a vertical restaurant with the pizza oven on the first floor and the dining areas up a curling metal staircase. I've seen Seirinkan described as steampunk, which I guess makes sense given the amount of pipe metal in the decor. It also had a Beatles theme, with a Beatles-only playlist because why not? Everyone loves pizza and the Beatles. Service was fast and friendly, and as we were just there for the pizza, we didn't have to make many decisions. We got draft Ebisu, which was very refreshing on a hot day, and ordered one each of the two pizzas on offer, the margherita and the marinara. They were totally delicious, personal size pizzas that were clearly shaped by hand, not quite round with crusts that were thin in the middle and puffed high at the edges. The crust was chewy and satisfying, and I loved the sweet, acidic tomato sauce. The margherita came topped with mozzarella and basil, the marinara with oregano and garlic. If there had been more topping options, I suppose I would've gone for them, but the pizza was tasty enough that the purist schtick wasn't annoying. I do wonder, though, why there are twenty appetizers and salads and pastas on the menu and not, like, a pepperoni pizza. This was the cheapest dinner of our trip by a wide margin, with the pizzas coming in at ¥1,500 each and the draft beers at like ¥650 or ¥700. We were out of there in less than an hour, full of fantastic pizza. If you're at all curious about Seirinkan or the Tokyo pizza scene, definitely check this place out. You need a reservation, but it's otherwise a very easy dinner in an interesting neighborhood, and it'll set you back like $30 to $40.

Shocking to say one of our best meals in Japan was pizza, but it was just that good. We'd heard about Tokyo style pizza as similar to Neapolitan style with a little extra chewiness, sounds great to me. So we had to come and check out the original Seirinkan! It did not disappoint. We arrived just as they were opening for lunch and got seated at the last available table, we were told we could have the table for 1 hour. We ordered the marinara and margherita pizza. They came out super quickly, hot and fresh. The marinara pizza was topped with sauce, had a little cheese underneath and was loaded with garlic while the margherita featured some basil and fresh mozz. The crust was the real star here, light and chewy it was a really unique texture with a little saltiness and olive oil added on top, wonderful!

Serinkan is a famous pizza place, supposedly made famous by David Chang, but also is that feckless creature Kim Kardashian's favorite pizza place. They only have two types of pizza, tomato and margarita and they aren't that different. The dough is delicious, but for me I need a pizza with some protein and they don't offer that. I also found the service to be a bit uninterested, probably because this place has become so famous they are tired of foreigners. The atmosphere is a bit kitschy, and we were sat at the top of the restaurant which requires you to go up this narrow twisting metal staircase (people with mobility issues probably won't be able to get a seat). Overall, it's good pizza but coming here just to eat the pizza left me feeling like something was lacking. Just goes to show that Kim Kardashian has no taste. Good pizza, but saying that it is the best in Tokyo is a bit of a stretch.

Like many on this listing, we came here on the advice from David Chang. Also, a friend of ours who's been all over the world claims this as one of the best pizzas on Earth. So, after another day of an abusively grandiose step count, we landed here for some well-earned carbs. The wife and I had split up earlier, so I got their first, to the quiet alleyway that this place is in. The slight rain had made everything look stunning, with the lights shining every which way and that. But, standing under the awning of where I thought this place might be were a couple of guys hiding from the rain. One of them said, "Looking for the pizza place? This is it." He told me he owned Pizza Mazzie in Bangkok, which didn't exactly quell my expectations. Guy came all the way here from Thailand for some pie? Must be something to it. I ran in to find my wife and the wait staff was very concerned for my well being, but when they found out that not only was she not there, but that I didn't have a reservation, they were a bit irritated. Shaking their head. I can't fault them. I get it. Still, they let me put my name on the list and eventually gave my wife and I a table when she arrived. We sat at the bar up top and enjoyed a couple of ice cold Asahis. The place was a tight fit, but that wasn't much of a bother. I was fascinated by the German dude who sat next to us and ate a pizza while having a chat on his AirPods at what was actually a reasonable volume. As for the food... We started with the Caprese, which was ridiculously simple and overwhelmingly delicious. So fresh. So flavorful. So right. Probably the part of the meal I remember most fondly. Then we got the prosciutto, which was also quite good. Then, we got the Margherita pizza (not the Marinara, like many of the reviews on here suggest) and it was truly excellent. The dough was delicious and the flavor was spot on. I must say that while it was a perfectly cooked pizza that was quite delightful, it didn't leave a huge impression on me. So, overall...very very good...but, we should have got the Marinara. Too bad we were too full! Next time.

First, make sure you get a reservation. We thought you could queue up - while they had openings later that same evening we opted to come back the next day with a reservation. Overall, it was definitely very good pizza. I really wanted it to blow me away but I've had better foo-foo pizza - this was the general agreement with the others I was with, very good pizza, but not top two or three. The crust was very tasty and I preferred the marinara one. Service was excellent. The restaurant is actually much larger (3 levels) than I thought it'd be given typical JP restaurant sizes. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to eat here but if you're close, give it a shot. With limited time in JP, I'd recommend experiencing local cuisine like sushi, tonkatsu, JP curry, etc. because there are so many amazing options. Next time I'll try Savoy.

Okay Pizza Dan had to try this place as it was written up as one of the best pizzas in the world. I have had great pizza and tried to keep my expectations in check but with a claim like that it was hard to not get excited. This place was good and checked a lot of boxes - cool low key vibe, no line (but reservations I think were required - thanks Westin hotel concierge), and very good Naples style pizza with chewy yummy crust with just the right amount of char. The only thing missing was some meat options on the pizza and some decently priced appetizers and more beer choices. Main thing to note is that the pizza is worthy and you should make the effort to check it out especially if you were not enjoying the local cuisine and missing a slice of home. We tried one of each pizza and really enjoyed the caprese salad with sweet/ripe tomatoes. Note that this place doesn't look like much on the outside and would not know it served pizza from the small sign on the entry. Use Google Maps to help you locate as it is down a side street/alley

Following the Netflix Foodie Trail from Ugly Delicious. This last trip to Tokyo the plan was to have some of the best pizza in town, so we decided to follow David Changs lead, and swing by Seirinkan. Stopped by on a Friday morning around opening time, and walked right in with no line for a table of 3. Ordered the 2 Pizzas on the menu and the arugula salad. Here's what we thought: Arugula Salad: Extra extra peppery fresh arugula . Straight forward dish, and in a city that makes it hard to find salads, this was refreshing. The Pizzas: Really fresh. Dough is on point ( i like it with light and fluffy without too much crispiness on the outside and extra soft inside) . Sauce is good, but a bit on the sweeter liquidy side, and toppings all fresh. The only miss here though was what also made it good. The pizza is almost all dough, and while i liked the dough I'd like a good balance of toppings to help even out the whole experience. Now would I say this is the best pizza in Tokyo? Im not sure if I'd agree with David Chang on this. Each pizza comes in around $15 each and are the size of personal sized pizzas in the states (you'll get 4 decent sized slices). I'm leaning more towards giving them the "might be the freshest pizza" in Tokyo though. Still something to try in a really nice neighborhood outside of the bustling parts of Tokyo, but I wouldnt wait hours for this. TLDR: Good pizza. Small for $15. Mostly pizza dough w/ extra light toppings. Didnt live up to the David Chang Hype. Wouldnt wait hours for it. Cute Neighborhood. If you find yourself in Tokyo, and have an urge for pizza and a nice little trek outside of the busy parts of the city check this place out.

Holy moly!!!! This may very well be the best pizza I've ever had. This pizza blows pizza in Italy out of the water. I asked the concierge at my hotel to call same day, really within about 15 minutes of Seirinkan opening for dinner to secure a reservation for me when I realized it was reservation only and they needed to be made by telephone. It was set for 8P and I could not have been anymore excited. Pizza is my fav meal in this entire world, and it was deeply disappointing in Italy. After David Chang said this pizza was so good I was super stoked to try it. I had been on a serious shortage of amazing meals here in Japan due to many things not appealing to me and really just all around not having a great experience finding and eating at places, but boy oh boy these pies were delish!!! I cannot appreciate this meal anymore than I do. And, the price it's totally reasonable even if the sodas cost half of what you'll pay for a pie. Ordered one of each and wish I'd ordered one or two more to bring back to the hotel to eat for breakfast. I'm pretty sure it was the marinara pie I liked best, whichever is cheesier is the one I enjoyed more. If you're reading my other Japan reviews and find yourself conflicted over why I don't drink cows milk but I love cheese, get the f over it and do you! I don't consume cows milk but yes, I do eat cheese and ice-cream. Now, let's continue. I am seriously going to miss this place!!! I've been thinking about it nearly daily since I've been home and it's a definite reason to fly back to Tokyo. Rode the train about 30min from my Ginza hotel to get here, not a bad commute at all especially after considering the taste of these. The dough is pillowy fresh heaven, lightly salted perfection in your mouth goodness! I nearly forgot about the tiramisu dessert, this was also tasty but the key star here is the pizza not to say I'd skip on the tiramisu in the future but I did however have amazing tiramisu in Italy, this was unlike all of the others that were all different from one another and these was very nicely done too but not the menu item you're going to write home about. The atmosphere is energetic and lively without being overwhelming at all, even with every single table on every single level taken (4 or 5 of them) which you totally don't pick up from watching this episode on Ugly Delicious, seriously thought this was a tiny little hole in the wall - not a pizza palace to the sky. It's probably mainly tourists at this point, but that could be an incorrect observation. The Beatles music playing just loud enough to notice in the background, the spiral stair case and decor everything about this place made it hands down the best meal I experienced in Japan, this coming from someone who adores pizza!

Yes this is the Pizza Place featured in Ugly Delicious that David Chang raved about. Is it good? Yes delicious personal size pizza with super fresh toppings made by the master right in the front for everyone to see and baked in quality oven to pizza perfection. Is it the best pizza in Japan? Yes most likely, but I don't usually go to Japan to eat pizza, but... The pizza comes nice and thin with a crisp crust and super fresh toppings. You literally only have two options and if your with a partner definitely try both pizza's because that's what they are known for. The restaurant really sticks out in the neighborhood with its old rustic décor made to look like an old run down factory with bars everywhere and a spiral staircase that goes from the bottom floor which is the restroom to the second floor the main dining to the second floor which is where the bar is located. Make sure to come early and beat the line or else you should a expect a decent wait time.

Excellent! Nothing more be said. Pizza and service at its best and a nice flashback with the Beetles on loop. Just go!

This place was probably the farthest we traveled via public transportation and foot for some food. I had this place bookmarked because I am a David Chang fan and I enjoyed the Ugly Delicious show on NetFlix. David Chang called this place the best pizza in the world, so I had to come check it out. We came during lunch time which they do not have reservations for. Luckily, we didn't need to wait to get seated but by the time we left there was a ton of people waiting outside the restaurant. The restaurant had 3 floors which was surprising to me. My wife and I shared both the Marinara and the Margherita pizza. To be honest, neither was really impressive. The dough did have tons of flavor, but I like my pizza with more flavor and toppings. I guess this place just wasn't for me. Side note though, I did enjoy the Marinara one way more than the Margherita.

"The best pizza in the world is in Tokyo." I had my doubts but since all the food in Japan has been great, decided to see how good pizza can be. There's only two pizzas on the menu, so the choice isn't difficult. They also have antipasto and pastas. We ordered margherita pizzas and holy smokes, best crust I have ever had. It is crispy on the outside yet fluffy and light. The crust tasted of salt and olive oil. The topping was fresh mozzarella, cherry tomato, and basil. Honestly one of the tastiest pizzas you can find. I'd recommend skipping any salad or pasta in favor for more pizza. We also had the clams with linguini which was tasty as well. This restaurant sticks to basic italian flavors, but the simplicity allows you to really taste certain flavors. Food: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Overall: 4.75/5

One of the two pizza spots mentioned in Netflix's Ugly Delicious series, my husband and I wanted to see if Seirinkan lived up to the hype. Seirinkan aims to make traditional Italian pizzas with the best ingredients. We waited about an hour for our pizza, but you are warned of the wait as soon as you are seated. The menu is very small, with two pizza options, Margherita (tomato, basil and mozzarella) or Marinara (tomato, garlic, oregano and basil). Pizzas are about $12 USD each. The menu also has many Antipasto options as well as Pasta options. My husband and I ordered both pizza options. We were shocked with how delicious the pizza was here... such simple ingredients too! The pizzas are small, the perfect portion for one person to eat. You are left feeling full, but not disgustingly overfed here. The restaurant has three floors. The top level has seating, main floor has an open kitchen area and the bottom level has various Beatles decor. The stairs are really slim and windy, I hate open stairs between steps... legs were a little shaky walking up and down, but it was worth it to try the pizza! I would definitely recommend Seirinkan if you want to try one of the best traditional style pizzas in your life ;)

David Chang oh David Chang..... THANK YOU OH DAVID CHANG. By far the best pizza that I've ever had in my life. The freshest tasting ingredients, helpful staff, English menu, and LARGE restaurant (in comparison to other eateries in Japan). First things first, the front of house staff is not so great in the English department. In most Japanese restaurants, people eat & drink for hours at a time. When we went in, the first thing the hostess said is 1 hour inside, any time outside. I took this as it was a one hour wait time to eat inside. Turns out it was a one hour time limit on eating inside. The restaurant is 3 stories tall so we couldn't see any guests, but after a bit of confusion, we got our seats and placed our orders. There was surprisingly no wait. We got there about 5 minutes after the restaurant opened and pretty much all of the tables were taken. Which means there was probably a line before it opened. FYI. I got the margarita and marinara pizzas to try them both. We also got a salad and the broccoli appetizer. STAY AWAY FROM THE SALAD. My mom was wanting some greens after the ungodly amount of meat and bread that we had been eating all trip. As you can see from the photos, the salad is just sad. They literally take some greens, throw some what I believe is parmesan on it, and sprinkle some lemon juice. That's it....for $8. Very disappointing. We asked the server what she recommended and she immediately pointed the broccoli appetizer which for $15 (if I recall correctly) is on the expensive side, but I digress. I believe it's just blanched broccoli tossed in garlic oil with some garlic chips. Again, very basic. But David didn't tell us to eat here for fuckin salad and broccoli. He told us to eat the pizza! So just like the show, this is about his personal opinion. It's not a comparison to NY, Domino's, Chicago, etc. I believe this is more about the simple ingredients to make a simple dish. I've never had a sauce that tasted so fresh. Maybe it's because I'm a peasant and like David, Domino's is my favorite chain and I have no regrets about ordering from there. The margarita and the marinara are basically the same pizza, so do yourself a favor and just get the marinara. The bread was light & airy, yet still nice and crunchy. If you're coming here hungry, get a pizza all to yourself. The sides are good for sharing. It's definitely worth the stop by if you're in the area. And let's be honest, if you're looking up Yelp reviews, you were going to stop by anyway.

In Tokyo, Seirinkan located in Naka-Meguro is considered the #1 pizza restaurant. That's a pretty major statement that would be sure to shock and maybe even anger certain people who feel that the best pizza must be from an Italian living in Japan, specifically Tokyo, not by a Japanese person right? American restaurateur, author and TV host David Chang, host/creator/producer of the Netflix original series, "Ugly Delicious" went as far as to say the "Best Pizza in the World is in Tokyo" and vouched for his love for Seirinkan. Even CNN featured Seirinkan owner Kakinumu Susumu about his popular pizza restaurant and how is he is considered the "Godfather" or "Prime Minister" of pizza in Tokyo. I personally have tried pizza many times in Japan and so I had decided to try and find out for myself if Seirinkan is no doubt the best pizza in Tokyo. The first thing I want to mention first is that if you are going to Seirinkan, it's not far from Naka-Meguro Station. In fact, it's in the rear of it, but part of the problem is that with the buildings around, Google Maps may send you on a goose chase. So, the first recommendation is not "Start Route" but by setting Seirinkan as the destination from Naka-Meguro, follow your GPS and the blue pointer while you are walking and it will take you to the right destination. If the marker moves or keeps spinning around, more than likely you will find it to the rear of other restaurants. I found Google Maps to be more problematic in finding this situation, but know it's not far from the station, maybe a few blocks, but one should not walk more than five minutes out to find it. Unfortunately, due to Google Maps having issues while I was looking for Seirinkan, it was giving me coordinates to walk in opposite directions and it literally took me 40-45 minutes to find, when it should have taken five minutes. But once you get there, the first thing you may ask yourself, is this is a pizza restaurant? As the exterior looks like a building from a Steampunk film. But once you see the line, you realize that you are in the right place. Just know that the wait is around 15-30 minutes. I went around lunch time not long after it opened and it didn't take long at all to wait. Once you do wait in line, you realize there are several floors. The main one as the waiting room and where a wood burning oven is located and the 2nd and 3rd floor to eat at. I saw the video that there is a basement level for owner Kakinuma to chill and listen to music. Once you are seated, if you are there for pizza, there are only two choices, with cheese (Margherita - Tomato, basil mozzarella) or Marinara (Tomato, garlic, oregano) and both are Y1500. As for the size, it's probably comparable to two slices of pizza that people would have in the US. Granted, it's Y1500, so a little over $14US. But in Japan, pizza is never cheap (even a burger with fries is the same price in Japan). I've discussed how Domino's, Pizza Hut and Pizza La are expensive and one can expect to pay up to Y4000 or more for a large (which is the size of an American medium). So, one shouldn't ding a restaurant for its price because that's the pricing norm in Tokyo and one shouldn't expect similar pricing that they would get for a pizza in their country, especially those from the U.S. Overall, if you are wanting to give what is considered the #1 pizza in Tokyo, I recommend going there right before opening and waiting in line (if there is one) and block out an hour or two of your day for the pizza experience at Seirinkan.

Like most great places in Japan, they are in a hard to find, hole-in-the-wall location usually in a side alley. This place is no different. An inconspicuous location in an alley, serving the best pizza in Japan. No joke people, the pizza here rivals that of those you'd get in Naples, Italy or Brooklyn, New York! If you are in Tokyo and you've had your fill of sushi and ramen and are craving a pizza, this is most definitely the place to come! Susumu Kakinuma is the unofficial Pizza God of Japan in my opinion. I was watching "Ugly Delicious" on Netflix and they showed Seirinkan on their "pizza" episode and I said that the next time we are in Japan, we are going here. 6 months later, I found myself flying into Toyko from Los Angeles and couldn't wait to try this pizza. It was totally worth the trip. I am so glad I came here to eat. Arigato Gozaimasu Susumu!

Do I feel a little weird chasing down a restaurant that I saw on a TV show? Maybe. Do I regret it? No. Pizza in Japan? Definitely. For a table of four, we ordered two apps, two pizzas, and a pasta dish - the octopus, the caprese, the margherita pie, the marinara pie, and the shrimp scampi pasta. Everything was delicious and refined, prepared by a master of the cuisine. The dining area is reached by climbing up a winding spiral staircase, taking you up vertically in a hurry. There are two floors (I think) where diners can enjoy their pizza, and the ambiance was intimate but private at the same time. Unlike New York restaurants where other people's conversations intrude on you whether you want to eavesdrop or not, there wasn't the same feel here, even though it was the most English being spoken in a room during my whole week in Tokyo. The food - well... I guess I would use the word "clean", and I mean it from a flavor perspective. The appetizers, the pizza, the pasta, everything had a rich flavor as we ate them, but there was not oily aftertaste or residue on the palette. There was no sensation of being overstuffed, which was very much appreciated. Just go eat it. I approve!

Pizza in Tokyo? Sure, why not. After seeing this place featured on the Netflix series Ugly Delicious, I had to at least give it a shot. It was the only pizza I had in Tokyo, so I have no basis for judgement for its "best" status. However, I can say that it was delicious! After arriving about 20 minutes after the shop opened on Sunday (11:30), I waited with about 12 folks in front of me. The line went faster than I expected. I was seated at the counter after about 30 minutes, which was fine by me. The margherita pizza was what I wanted and it took a bit longer than usual. The house red wine was exactly that; nothing too exciting but passable. The crust on the pizza was thin and chewy. I initially didn't think there were enough toppings, but I was wrong. The tomatoes were intense, but the basil leaves didn't represent well. Overall though, I was left with the longing to visit Italy again very soon. Nice olive oil. I also ordered the tiramisu and an espresso. The tiramisu was just oozing with mascarpone cheese, which i didn't mind a bit. The espresso was drawn on a hand pump machine and it resulted in one of the thickest crema ever. I was so impressed. I wish I could have sampled the other dishes, like the guy next to me. He had a pizza and a pasta dish! Getting old, I guess. I didn't taste it but the octopus salad looked plentiful, as it passed by. Cool retro chic decor as well. The played the Beatles the whole time I was there.

Overall score: 4/5 We wanted to try this spot out because we saw it on "Ugly Delicious", the interior of the shop is amazing, the spiral staircase is my favorite. It's a small quaint pizza parlor. The staff were so nice an accommodating to us. Everyone spoke very very little English but we got by, by pointing to the menu items. The flavors and pizza are super fresh, I could taste everything and the flavor was spot on. The only reason why I couldn't give this spot 5 stars is because I've had better coal fire pizza in the states. This place is a must try though for the atmosphere and interior. The pizza again like I said was super fresh and if it's local ingredients you're after, try it out. The margarita pizza is okay, the pomodoro was amazing, the fresh tomatoes was two thumbs up.

Seirinkan is a traditional Italian pizzeria that was featured and hyped on David Chang's "ugly delicious". They serve a simple menu of Italian antipasto and pizza without any Japanese twist, in a surprisingly well executed fashion. The restaurant is a multi story cozy building with an industrial look and an uncanny obsession with the Beatles. Service is friendly and welcoming. You might need a reservation as the restaurant was full when at 1700. Ordered: Octopus Scampi Margherita pizza Tomato garlic pizza

Nice pizza! They only have 2 pizzas to pick from, both very simple like Margherita, but very soft and very tasty. The one with cheese was the tastiest. We also have some spaghetti Pomodoro, which was also simple and light. So the food was pretty good and authentic, especially given you're in japan. The area is really cool, I get the feeling there are a ton of cool restaurants in the area. Also, the interior is really cool and retro... A great spot to hit to have a break from Japanese food...

The space is 4 floors of Beatles inspired uniqueness. Fantastic atmosphere for dates. Service is friendly and our server was fluent in English. Reservations are recommended. Bring a friend so you can try both Margarita and Marinara pizzas. Choosing a favorite is too hard, I love them both equally. Broccoli antipasto is fresh with great texture. Lastly, men's toilet is awesome. But not gonna post any pics of that.

We stopped by because we saw the restaurant profiled on Ugly Delicious and wanted to give it a try while we were in Tokyo. I thought it was great (we got one each of the two pies offered on the menu: margarita and marinara), albeit nothing particularly special especially relative to pizza options in nyc. The marinara was my personal favorite - definitely on the oily side but the sauce was so tasty and the garlic clearly present (and adorably cut) but not overwhelming. The margarita was tasty too but I felt like it was a tiny bit bland vs the marinara. Both really solid pizzas though and I liked the crust (chewy, on thinner side but with a little more body /raised out by crust). The decor itself is kind of fun too- lots of old dark wood accents with a iron round staircase up to the various floors. Make a resi if you can, but if not, we stopped by right when they opened and they were able to give us a table for two for an hour. The pizza comes quickly once ordered so one hour was totally feasible.

I really had high expectations for this place but it just fell a little short. Don't get me wrong .. the food was good but it wasn't mind blowing. I had been to Japan many times and was told that their Italian food was one of the best outside of Italy. Finally I made an extra effort to squeeZe Italian in. I picked this place since it was one of the two contenders I found and This place was also featured on Ugly delicous too! We were lucky to score a last minute reservation for 5 on a Thursday evening. We got there a little after our time but we assured the restaurant that we will be done by the 1.5 hrs from our original start time . The restaurant serves only two kinds of pizza : margarita and marinara. For a party of 5 we ordered 3 pizzas 1 appetizer and 1 pasta to start. The appetizer we ordered was the octopus and that was really good! Perfectly seasoned .. almost like ceviche. The pizza come next and the crust looks pretty amazing .. however ... it wasn't strong enough to hold the sauce ? The pizza ended up being droopy. If the crust held on a little firmer this would have been the best pizza for me. Between the two : marinara was the better pizza for our group .. partly because of the garlic on the pizza. If you are a garlic lover .. pick this one. For the pasta, we got the vongole ... and that was just alright . I had Japanese Italian before and I know it could be so good but this pasta was just alright

Trust the Japanese to take a good thing and do it just perfectly. Notwithstanding the 'Ugly Delicious' tv show hype, the pizza here was just amazing. Cool setting, all retro industrial wood and wrought iron with a Beatles theme. The place felt cosy and welcoming, and there were young families eating here. Despite the attention this is still just a pizza place! I turned up at opening. There were no lines and I was seated directly at the second floor bar. By the time I left the place was full on all three levels. Very simple menu, just two pizzas to go from: classic margarita or a marinara. Previous write ups spoke highly of the marinara, so I had to try! There were simple appetisers and pasta available as well. On my own, I opted for olives. The olives were very simple, the big fat green ones plump and tasty. The pizza... just wow. It arrived whole, unsliced, in the Italian way. Lightly charred, bubbly cornichone that was pillowy inside but not too crisp out. The base was soft enough that it needed folding when handled. The topping was delicious and I must admit fascinating, with very thin waffle-cut slices of garlic. Tasty without being too salty, lightly chewy. I'll be back for sure. And I'll be sure to make room for one of each pizza

Easily one of the best pizzas I've ever eaten. The hype is real. Salads are eh. Don't even bother. Just order more pizza. Since I need cheese on my pizza, I had the Margherita. I was so enthralled that my boyfriend, who is Celiac tempted fate and his health to take a bite. He agreed it was amazing.

THE. BEST. PIZZA. EVER. It's been almost a month since my husband and I were in Japan eating the best pizza we've ever had and we still can't stop talking about it. It's simple, it's wood fired, it's everything a pizza should be. And the restaurant itself is super cool! If you're around Naka-Meguro, do yourself a favor and go here. You will not be disappointed.

Who can say what the best pizza in the world is. It's pretty subjective. Yes, David Chang of Momofuku states it's the best pizza in the world on his show "ugly delicious" . We were in Tokyo, so we went. We arrived 4 min after they opened and barely got a table. We would have to be finished in 55 min, we were told. Ordered 3 margarita pizza's pasta pomodoro, green salad and the mozzarella caprese. Tomatoes on the caprese were as sweet as can be. Pasta had a garlic infused olive oil with tomatoes that was good. Pizza's came out and they were as perfect as I could possible imagine. Could I think of a pizza better than I just ate? No, i couldn't. The charred crust, soft and chewy but light was perfect. Sauce and cheese had depth. Maybe a touch of garlic salt on the crust gave it a slightly salty touch. I'm not gonna say it's the best pizza in the world,but it's the best pizza I've ever had.

As seen on David Chang's ugly delicious in Netflix, this place is legit delicious. Even if you're not plan to eat pizza while in Japan, highly recommend making a stop here. Came around noon and while there was a lineup, turnover was quick and we were seated 3 floors up at the bar. They do not take reservations for lunch Pizza is made with simple ingredients and insanely fresh. Highly recommend the Margherita since the mozzarella was absolutely amazing with the perfectly textured crust.

If you like pizza with a lot of dough and tangy tomato sauce then this is your jam. I prefer the margherita pizza at SAVOY so much more. Also the tiramisu is very creamy and mostly liquid. I prefer more cake-y tiramisu. I did like the Beatles decor and music playing in the background. I also loved the broccoli appetizer!

For once, just forget about the star rating on a review and listen closely to what I'm about to say... Some places come with a lot of hype and expectation, while others quietly hone their craft in a relentless pursuit of perfection, never minding what anyone really has to say. Seirinkan definitely falls in the latter. In less than 10 minutes of walking through the door, I had a simple yet elegantly prepared margherita pie that slowly transitioned from a meal into a meditation. With each bite, it became clear how much Kakinuma-san cares about each individual elements contributing to the whole and staying true to the art of pizza making that's been around for centuries. It was an absolute delight to simply be in the moment of it all and I'm greatly appreciative of his dedication and the hospitality of the staff.

This place came highly reccommended. And it absolutely did not disappoint. Six months after our visit, we all still dream and reminisce about the meal. Next trip, we area absolutely coming back. When I tell people some of the best Italian food we had was in Japan, they are amazed.

I don't know how to say this. Best pizza of my life and best pizza in this world. Who would have thought it would be on a tiny side street in bustling Tokyo.. There are only two types of pizzas and some sides...get both. One is not enough for two to share. The tomatoes are fresh, the sauce is amazing. the garlic is cut right on top. That's about it. Doesn't compare to even Italy. Perfection.

Great pizza! It's much more liquid-y in the middle than I expected but top notch ingredients, incredible crust.

One would not think to try pizza while in Tokyo, but this place is a must! I found out about this place through David Chang's Ugly Delicious and it did not disappoint. I would have enjoyed a few more pizza options than the two offered. However, the chef studied in Naples and is very strict on what he considers actual pizza. Would recommend going right when it opens - gets very crowded during the lunch rush.

It really is the best pizza ever. I've eaten many of pizza in my life, including in Italy itself, but this... this master work! OMG! I don't know what garlic powder or something is on that crust but it was simply amazing. When I tell people that one of my favorite meals in Japan was pizza, they think I'm crazy. Well color me crazy. It was that good. We'll be back next time we visit Tokyo.

Simple but superior ingredients are what makes these pizzas stand out. The pizza menu itself is small (only two choices), but there are plenty of appetizers or pastas to share. For two people, we were able to polish off two pizzas. The restaurant is a 5 min walk away from the station and it's easy to miss so keep an eye out when you're walking down the alleyway full of dark, trendy restaurants. Service was thoughtful--though we ordered two pizzas, they came out staggered to ensure that guests can enjoy them while it's incredibly fresh right out of the authentic wood burning oven on the restaurant's first floor. And, yes, steampunk spiral staircase.

I think Seirinkan makes an absolutely superb pizza. If you're in the Tokyo area be sure to make this a stop on your adventure. This place is a gem in the frenetic environment that Tokyo is. They only serve two styles of pizza and a few appetizers. I ordered both pizzas and was completely blown away with the flavor and heartiness. A key element in both pizzas is a heavy dose of olive oil. Calorie watchers beware. A must try.

This place has the yummiest tomato sauce i ever tasted. Best dough you could taste. My favorite pizza

Wow I think the marinara pizza was my favorite. The olive oil and garlic come together on that pizza so nicely. It is easily some of the best pizza I have had and the hype surrounding this place is true. The chef is kind and stoic. We watched him from the bar. He was incredibly methodical and engaged with each pizza as though it were an art form, and it truly is. Grateful for this experience during my visit in Japan.

We were craving for pizza's and ended up in this small place in Meguro following Yelp's reviews on the topic on this neighborhood. And we were not disappointed at all! Yet that was quite unexpected to only have two different choices of pizzas on the menu...BUT the chef definitely master the margherita :-) we were sitting just in front of him, and seeing the number of that pizza he prepares during one hour, I can tell you the guy knows why to do ! Haha It was tasty and perfectly cooked! They also offer several pasta choices, however we only saw one pasta plate going out of the kitchen for something like forty pizzas in the same time lapse. Prices are very ok.

The pizza ir really tasty but the service is the worst i ever experienced in japan!!! There is so many good food for half the price ou less, and the service excellent! We went there with high expectations after see at Netflix, like the most of the people... and a waitress came to our table demanding pay the bill while we were eating!! There so many ways to say the same thing...nicely! And she could say that the restaurant was closing so if would be ok to pay before.. Anyway! I think service is more important than food itself and we had the worst time in a restaurant in japan

Delicious Naples style pizza. Worth the hype. Only 2 simple pizzas, Margherita and Marinara, and both are delicious. Pasta was also perfectly cooked and delicious.

Saw this place watching Ugly Delicious on Netflix and thought I'd stop by while I was in Tokyo. First off, get a reservation. If you're a foreigner like me, ask your hotel concierge to do it for you. If you're taking the train to get there, it's super convenient as it's very close to a station. When you walk in you sense the love for the Beatles and music in general. They have some memorabilia on the wall and they cranked out their tunes while we were eating. We ordered their pizza and a pasta. The pizza was a margherita and it was very well balanced. It may not be for everyone as it's more delicate in flavor. Perhaps my palate isn't as refined so I usually prefer the bolder flavors but this was undoubtedly very well made and delicious nonetheless. The Napolitan pasta was also on the more delicate side as well. It was good but not too memorable for me. TLDR, good place for pizza if you you can appreciate the more delicate, balanced flavors. Also, great ambiance for dates. Cheers!

If you plan on visiting Japan this is a must stop for all food lovers. The location is in a nice part of town and close to multiple train stops. They only offer two types of pizza which are Marinara and Margherita. We orders both and they were both amazingly delicious. We didn't have any reservations but we were able to get in right when they opened one night with no wait and then we had a 30 minute wait the prior night right before they closed. It's definitely filled with a ton of tourist due to the David Chang Netflix series ugly delicious but it lives up to the hype.

Extremely friendly staff, lovely dimly lit tables, and fantastic pizza. Came here the night before and of course all seats for the evening were booked so I made reservations for the following evening. It was worth it.