Un Jour

Set a short walk off Meguro-dori, Un Jour pairs an extensive natural wine program with hearty, satisfying bistro cooking. Seating is divided between a relaxed counter and dining tables, providing an unpretentious backdrop for lingering over a glass. When guests share their preferences, the staff line up candidate bottles and talk through the nuances, making wine selection a welcoming part of the visit.

The appetizers listed on the chalkboard and menus shift from drink-friendly small plates to seasonal seafood. Careful preparation shows across cold starters like savory venison pâté, country bread from Mr. Okubo, Nagasaki Tsushima yellowtail ceviche, and Italian burrata paired with fresh fruit. Boudin noir is another fixture, singled out with particular fondness by at least one visitor.

For the main course, plates such as a 200 g Akita beef rump steak, pork-and-spinach crépinette, and roast Spanish chestnut-fed pork provide substantial sustenance. The meal can conclude with a bowl of Genovese pasta tossed with Manila clams and mussels, followed by crème brûlée, house ice cream, or an after-dinner digestif.

Open from Thursday through Monday, from 18:00 until 24:00 late at night, Un Jour easily suits a long dinner booked in advance as well as a spontaneous late-night stop for a glass of wine and a bite.