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About this place
At MAIMON GINZA, a meal can take shape around the way you want to enjoy oysters. The Oyster Ocean Platter combines Japanese oysters with lobster, king crab, mussels and red shrimp, making a striking centrepiece for a seafood-loving table. Smaller ways to sample the menu include oysters steamed in white wine, available by the 4, and Hiroshima fried oysters, which can be ordered by the 4. Diners have also mentioned having a hard time choosing among the 5 sauces served with the oysters. With white-wine-steamed oysters, fried oysters, creamy oyster gratin and oyster and garland chrysanthemum spring rolls on offer, there are several preparations to choose from.
For a more substantial seafood course, consider the special bouillabaisse with aioli or the seafood sauté of shrimp, mussels and clams. Sautéed abalone comes with a rich liver sauce, while grilled swordfish and vegetables are paired with a sauce flavoured with Japanese pepper. The dish names give a good sense of the different flavour combinations. A sea urchin cocktail flan makes another possible start before moving on to the seafood.
Despite its focus on seafood, the restaurant also serves lamb shoulder, domestic beef fillet and sirloin. For a table divided between meat and seafood, the mixed grill combines domestic beef sirloin, lamb shoulder, lobster and scallops. To finish the meal, there is fresh pasta with a rich sea urchin cream sauce and salmon roe, or keema curry served with citrus rice.
The drinks list offers a broad selection of wines, by the glass or by the bottle, as well as sake chosen to pair with oysters and a white beer described as going well with them. You could start with a glass of wine, or try the restaurant's oyster-pairing sake or white beer.
The restaurant in Ginza 8-chome has private rooms, with seating options for smaller meals and group gatherings. Reservations are recommended for dinner, so consider booking ahead if you would like a private room or are dining with a larger group.
