A Bistro with an Eye for Presentation and Décor
Croque Trois
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Fine Cuisine in a Restaurant Decorated with Antiques
Step through the door into an elegant, antique-style interior. The restaurant's famous beef tenderloin steak is another highlight, with the final cutting and preparation done right before diners' eyes. Discover what makes this bistro special, from its cuisine to its distinctive setting and tableside presentations, all designed to create an exceptional dining experience.
A Bistro with an Eye for Presentation and Décor
Tucked away on a side street approximately a one-minute walk from Exit B5 of Tokyo Metro's Shinjuku-sanchome Station, "Croque Trois" is a bistro specializing in authentic French-inspired cuisine, with an emphasis on tableside presentations and distinctive interior design. The antique-style interior, featuring a striking spiral staircase, was created at a cost of 100 million yen and offers an extraordinary setting far removed from everyday life. The restaurant offers a variety of courses built around its famous beef tenderloin steak, with dishes ranging from appetizers to main courses, along with an extensive wine selection. It's an excellent choice for dates, anniversaries, gatherings with friends, and other special occasions spent with loved ones.
Tabiiro’s picks: signature dishes
The Indulgent "Trois Beef Filet Steak with Garlic Butter Sauce"
The restaurant's signature dish, "Trois Beef Tenderloin Steak with Garlic Butter Sauce," features tender, juicy beef tenderloin cooked to a moist, delicate finish and infused with the appetizing aroma of garlic butter. A highlight is the tableside preparation, where the moment the knife cuts into the steak, fragrant steam rises, building anticipation. The presentation and finishing touches engage all five senses, adding to the appeal of the dish. Available in sizes from S to XL, the steak can be ordered to suit different occasions and group sizes. It pairs exceptionally well with red wine, making it a fitting centerpiece for a special meal to savor at leisure.
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Beef Tenderloin Slowly Cooked at a Low Temperature
The beef tenderloin is slowly cooked at a low temperature, with close attention paid to the condition of the meat throughout preparation. This time-intensive process brings out the tenderloin's natural qualities and refined flavor. The result is a moist, tender texture, with rich, savory flavor that deepens with every bite.
Popular pairings
"Cheese Risotto with Fresh Truffles"
The "Cheese Risotto with Fresh Truffles" is finished with fresh truffles shaved right at the table, releasing their rich aroma. The enticing fragrance is noticeable as soon as the dish arrives, whetting the appetite before the first bite. The risotto's rich, creamy texture and flavor are complemented by layers of deep, earthy truffle notes, leaving a luxurious, lingering finish with every mouthful. It is also highly recommended alongside the restaurant's famous beef tenderloin steak, adding an extra touch of elegance to a special meal shared with someone important.
Must-try signature dish
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"Strawberry Mille-Feuille"
The "Strawberry Mille-Feuille" is a delightful way to round off a meal, with its beautiful presentation and the sweet-tart flavor of strawberries. Unlike a traditional layered mille-feuille, this dessert is meant to be enjoyed by breaking apart the pastry as you eat. Hidden inside is a refreshing strawberry sorbet, which pairs with fresh strawberries to create contrasting temperatures and textures. It's a dessert well worth trying to end a special evening on a sweet note.
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Wines Selected to Complement Each Dish
The restaurant offers an extensive wine selection chosen to complement its meat dishes. Pairing the beef tenderloin with a wine that enhances its rich, savory flavor brings even greater depth to the meal. Savoring a glass of wine while enjoying a leisurely conversation adds another special touch to an evening dinner.
Restaurant highlights
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A refined, thoughtfully designed space that complements the cuisine
A Setting That Offers a Break from Everyday Life, Down to the Details
Meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout the interior, from the spiral staircase to the antique-style furnishings and lighting. Reportedly built at a cost of 100 million yen, the space offers an extraordinary escape from everyday life despite its urban setting. It is a sophisticated retreat where guests can savor not only the cuisine but also the time spent in its elegant surroundings.
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A dish finished right before your eyes
The Theater of Dishes Finished Before Diners' Eyes
There are captivating moments throughout the meal, from steak being sliced right at the table to truffles being shaved in generous amounts. The appeal extends beyond flavor, with tableside presentations that engage the senses through aromas and sounds. Even the moments before a dish is finished become part of the experience, creating a feast for all five senses through sights, aromas, textures, sounds, and flavors.
Interior
Upon entering, a striking spiral staircase immediately catches the eye amid the antique-style decor. Every detail, from the furnishings to the lighting, has been carefully considered. Created at a cost of 100 million yen, the interior combines warmth and sophistication to create an atmosphere that feels worlds away from everyday life. With approximately 72 seats, the restaurant accommodates dates, anniversaries, birthdays, gatherings with friends, and business dinners, making it an excellent choice for spending leisurely time with loved ones.
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Circular Counter Seating Bathed in Warm Light
The first floor centers around a circular counter, where diners can watch the chef's skills up close as dishes are finished right before their eyes. The relaxed atmosphere makes conversation easy, making it an inviting setting for dates, anniversaries, and other occasions when a leisurely meal is part of the experience.
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A Special Floor with an Open, Airy Feel
The second floor offers a spacious, open atmosphere, with natural light streaming through large glass windows. Special attention has also been paid to the lighting, creating a calm ambiance that changes throughout the day and enhances special dining occasions. With its sense of escape from everyday life, the space is a beautiful setting for savoring a leisurely meal and conversation with someone special.
From the Tabiiro Editorial Team
I was immediately struck by the beauty of the interior, which reportedly cost 100 million yen to create. The first and second floors have completely different atmospheres, with so many fascinating details that I couldn't help looking around every corner. Despite its location in a bustling entertainment district, the restaurant feels like a world apart, with a sense of warmth that makes it easy to unwind. The tableside presentation of the beef tenderloin steak was equally impressive, and the beautifully presented dishes were a delight for all the senses. With its sophisticated atmosphere and excellent wine selection, this is a restaurant I'd recommend for a special occasion.
Restaurant information / Access
- Access
- Train: 3-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Fukutoshin Line, and Toei Shinjuku Line, 5-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, and 7-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station
- TEL
- +81-3-6457-7797 Please let the staff know that you saw this on "Tabiiro."
- Official website
- https://cococino.co.jp/shop_croque-trois.html
- Opening hours
- 11:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. (Food LO 10:00 P.M. / Drink LO 10:30 P.M.)
- Regular closing day
- Open year-round
- Average cost
- Lunch: 3,000 yen, Dinner: 12,000 yen
- Accepted payment methods
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Cash accepted
Credit cards accepted
(Visa, Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Diners Club, UnionPay)E-wallet payments accepted
(Transit IC cards (e.g. Suica)、iD、QUICPay、Rakuten Edy)QR code payments accepted
(PayPay) - Number of seats
- 72 seats
- Parking
- Not available
Semi-private rooms available
Lunch
All seats are non-smoking
5 min from station
Credit cards accepted
QR code payments accepted
E-wallet payments accepted
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Croque Trois
- Opening hours
- 11:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. (Food LO 10:00 P.M. / Drink LO 10:30 P.M.)
- Regular closing day
- Open year-round