🐟 Seafood Bar Ermitage – Shibuya’s Salmon Katsu Revolution

#tokyospots Tucked in a cozy nook near Yoyogi Station, Seafood Bar Ermitage is a stylish seafood bistro with Italian-fusion flair, open from lunch to late evening . ⸻ 🍽 What to Order • Salmon Rare Katsu Donburi (¥2,530) Thick-cut Norwegian salmon is flash-fried for a crispy golden crust while keeping its centre nearly raw—silky, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth. It’s topped with generous bursts of ikura and tobiko, and comes with a DIY tartar + soy sauce combo for perfect seasoning . • Oysters & Seafood Bites Multiple fresh oyster varieties (e.g., Hiroshima), squid in basil tomato sauce, grilled seafood — all signature izakaya-style sharers (). • Premium Set Menus From ¥3,500–5,500 you get curated courses—seafood starters, grilled oysters, “despair pasta”, seared salmon katsu, and Basque cheesecake—with optional drink packages (+¥1,000 for free-flow) . ⸻ 🍷 Experience & Atmosphere • Cozy seafood bar vibe with polished wooden counters and tables—counter seats perfect for solo diners, or intimate tables for small groups (). • Open Kitchen lets you watch chefs toast breads, shuck oysters, and fry the signature salmon katsu as it happens (). • Convenient yet tucked away, just a 4‑minute walk from Yoyogi Station and a short stroll from Minami‑Shinjuku/Shinjuku . ⸻ ✅ Why Visit? • Statement dish alert: that salmon katsu rice bowl steals the spotlight—crispy outside, rich inside, topped with ikura AND tobiko. • Seafood-lovers’ paradise: oysters, grilled specialties, and seafood tapas in a chic but unpretentious setting. • Value-packed dining: quality seafood and full meals without Tokyo’s typical high price tags. ⸻ 🎯 Insider Tips • For first-timers, go for the premium course—a complete curated experience from oysters to dessert. • Seat yourself at the counter to watch the kitchen in action—it’s entertainment and dinner in one. • Dinner surcharge (+¥528) applies; lunch dining offers better value overall.