LAZY

Step into LAZY, an Italian restaurant on the 7th floor of a Ginza building, and talk among diners often turns to its bread gratin. Long regarded as an essential order by regulars, the dish anchors the table with straightforward, bubbling cheese comfort, including a richly aromatic version made with Gorgonzola.

The kitchen keeps things approachable and gentle on the palate, drawing out natural flavors in preparations that stay clean yet satisfyingly deep. Offerings span dishes such as prosciutto with figs, red sea bream carpaccio, chilled capellini, oven-baked oysters, and Saga beef flap meat steak, each well-matched to an unhurried bottle of wine. Diners can graze on small plates at their own pace, moving through beer or cocktails before finishing with coffee and dessert.

Inside, a mix of counter and table seating creates an unpretentious, relaxed atmosphere where friends can talk without the formality typical of the district. Because evening seats frequently fill up, securing a reservation before your visit is strongly recommended.