Carpe Diem

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Carpe Diem

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Carpe Diem

Name: Carpe Diem
Address: Meguro City, Takaban, 2 Chome−13−9 C/NE１F
Rating: 4.8

Meguro City, Takaban, 2 Chome−13−9 C/NE１F

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A La Carte Menu

Pasta for the End

Lunch Set Menu

DRINK MENU Craft Gin

A La Carte Menu

Assortment of 5 small appetizers

小さな前菜5種盛り合わせ

1 pc

A plate featuring five bite-sized appetizers made with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a variety of tastes and textures in small portions. Recommended to enjoy with a celebratory drink.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Lobster Cocktail with Celeriac Blancmange

オマール海老のカクテル仕立て根セロリのブランマンジェ

1 pc

A chilled appetizer of plump lobster paired with a flavorful celeriac mousse (blancmange). The sweetness of the lobster and the refreshing aroma of celery harmonize. Pairs well with white wine.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Bistro Potato Salad for Drinkers

酒飲みのためのビストロポテトサラダ

A potato salad crafted to be a perfect accompaniment to drinks. Characterized by a rich flavor with prominent black pepper, mustard, or a smoky aroma. Pairs well with beer or highballs.

¥500

≈ $3.00

Spicy Oeufs Mayonnaise

スパイシーウフマヨネーズ

1 pc

A spicy twist on the French classic "Oeufs Mayonnaise," featuring a soft-boiled egg with homemade mayonnaise sauce. The creamy yolk and spicy sauce blend together perfectly. Ideal as a light appetizer.

¥300

≈ $2.00

Ravioli-style Gyoza with Porcini Mushroom Cream Sauce

ラビオリ風水餃子ポルチーニ茸のクリームソース

1 pc

Dumplings resembling Italian "ravioli," served with a rich cream sauce made with fragrant porcini mushrooms. A warm appetizer that fuses Italian and Chinese elements.

¥400

≈ $3.00

Selected Seafood Carpaccio

特選魚介のカルパッチョ仕立て

Thinly sliced fresh raw seafood, seasoned with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs. Enjoy the natural umami of the fish and the refreshing sauce. Pairs excellently with chilled white wine.

¥1,000

≈ $6.00

Pâté de Campagne

パテ・ド・カンパーニュ

A rustic French pâté made from minced pork and liver, set in a mold and baked. The concentrated meat flavor and moist texture are characteristic. Traditionally served with mustard and bread.

¥800

≈ $5.00

Scallop, Shrimp, and Mushroom Mousse Terrine

帆立、海老、色々茸のムーステリーヌ

A terrine made by blending mousse of seafood such as scallops and shrimp with various mushrooms. An elegant dish where the sweetness of the seafood and the aroma of the mushrooms spread in the mouth. Enjoy as is as a cold dish.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Hearty Seafood Cold Salad

具だくさん魚介の冷たいサラダ

A salad generously featuring seafood such as shrimp, squid, and shellfish. Enjoy the crispness of the vegetables and the plump texture of the seafood. A healthy dish with a refreshing dressing.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Warm Salad with Homemade Pancetta

自家製パンチェッタの温かいサラダ

A warm salad of crispy cured pork belly (pancetta) and vegetables. The saltiness and richness of the pancetta enhance the sweetness of the vegetables.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Confit Ayu (Sweetfish) Wrapped in Kataifi

鮎のコンフィカダイフ包み揚げ

A dish of ayu (sweetfish) slowly cooked in oil at low temperature, then wrapped in a fine noodle-like batter (kataifi) and deep-fried. Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, with a hint of bitterness from the ayu. Often eaten whole, including the head.

¥1,000

≈ $6.00

Oyster and Seasonal Vegetable Fritto with Pesto Sauce

牡蠣と季節野菜のフリットケッカソース

Oysters and seasonal vegetables, battered and fried in a Western tempura style (fritto). Served with a refreshing cold pesto sauce made from fresh tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. The umami of the oysters spreads with a crispy exterior and juicy interior.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Seasonal Special Soup

季節の特選スープ

Chef's special soup made with seasonal ingredients. The content changes depending on the season and day, allowing you to enjoy the best flavors of the time. A warm soup perfect for starting a meal.

¥600

≈ $4.00

Pasta for the End

ALL ¥1500

Various Seafood and Ariake Seaweed Peperoncino

色々魚介と有明海苔のペペロンチーノ

An oil-based pasta with several types of seafood and flavorful Ariake seaweed. The classic peperoncino with garlic and chili is accented by the oceanic aroma of seaweed.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Homemade Pancetta and Seasonal Vegetable Ortollana

自家製パンチェッタと季節野菜のオルトラーナ

Ortolana, meaning "from the garden," is an oil pasta packed with homemade cured pork (pancetta) and seasonal vegetables. Enjoy the sweetness of the vegetables and the saltiness of the meat.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Selected Seafood Puttanesca

厳選魚介のプッタネスカ

A stimulating tomato and oil pasta (Puttanesca) with anchovies, olives, and capers. The umami of seafood is added, and the saltiness and acidity stimulate the appetite.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Vongole Bianco with Hokkaido Clams

北海あさりのボンゴレビアンコ

An oil-based pasta with plenty of Hokkaido clams, flavored with white wine. The rich clam broth coats the pasta, creating a simple yet profound flavor.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Shiso Genovese

大葉香るジェノベーゼ

A pasta dish that reimagines the classic Genovese sauce, typically made with basil, using the Japanese herb "shiso" (perilla). Characterized by the refreshing aroma and vibrant green color of shiso. A light and refreshing option.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Cacio e Pepe with Plenty of Cheese and Black Pepper

たっぷりチーズと黒胡椒カチョ・エ・ペペ

A simple Roman classic pasta. "Cacio" means cheese and "Pepe" means pepper. The rich creaminess of the cheese and the sharp kick of black pepper create an addictive flavor.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Lunch Set Menu

1. Assortment of 5 Appetizers + 2. Seasonal Potage + 3. Main Dish Choose one from below

Roast Beef Sirloin with Red Wine and Mustard Sauce

牛サーロインのロースト～赤ワインとマスタードのソース～

Main dish of the lunch set, including an assortment of appetizers and soup. A roasted beef sirloin dish served with a red wine and mustard sauce that is both tangy and rich.

¥2,200

≈ $14.00

Iberian Pork Simmered in Tomato Beer

イベリコ豚のトマトビール煮込み

Main dish of the lunch set, including an assortment of appetizers and soup. A deeply flavorful dish of Iberian pork tenderly stewed with tomatoes and beer.

¥1,800

≈ $12.00

Seared Spanish Mackerel with Butterbur Miso White Wine Sauce

鰆のポワレ蕗味噌の白ワインソース

Main dish of the lunch set, including an assortment of appetizers and soup. Seared Spanish mackerel with a crispy skin, served with a Japanese-Western fusion sauce of slightly bitter butterbur miso and white wine.

¥1,800

≈ $12.00

Firefly Squid and Spring Cabbage Peperoncino Spaghetti

蛍烏賊と春キャベツのペペロンチーノスパゲッティ

Main dish of the lunch set, including an assortment of appetizers and soup. An oil pasta with seasonal firefly squid and sweet spring cabbage. A dish that captures the essence of the season.

¥1,500

≈ $10.00

Spring Vegetable Tomato Beef Stew with Turmeric Butter Rice

春野菜のトマトビーフシチューターメリックバターライス

Main dish of the lunch set, including an assortment of appetizers and soup. A tomato-based stew of beef and spring vegetables, served with vibrant yellow turmeric butter rice.

¥1,800

≈ $12.00

DRINK MENU Craft Gin

Scapegrace Classic Gin

スケープグレースクラシックジン

Distilled with 12 botanicals, including lemon and orange peel, and snowmelt from the Southern Alps.

A premium gin from New Zealand. Characterized by pure water and citrus botanicals, it has a very clean and refreshing taste. Recommended for gin and tonic.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Corvus Dry Gin

コーヴァルドライジン

Made exclusively with organic ingredients. A world-renowned distillery that has won numerous awards.

An organic gin from Chicago, USA. Enjoy its unique grain-derived sweetness and its fruity, floral aroma. Delicious neat or on the rocks.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Empress 1908

エンプレス1908

The vibrant blue color is extracted from "butterfly pea." It changes to a light pink when tonic or lime is added.

A vibrant indigo blue gin from Canada. Its color changes to pink when acidity is added, making it visually appealing in cocktails. It has a delicate, tea-like flavor.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Saint Laurent

サンローラン

An unexpected fusion of spices gathered from around the world and kelp.

A unique gin from Canada. Made with seaweed (kombu), it has a subtle saltiness and a sea-like minerality. Complex and spicy flavor.

¥1,000

≈ $6.00

Sipsmith

シップスミス

A robust, orthodox dry gin pursuing traditional methods and recipes.

A classic dry gin from London. Strong juniper berry aroma with a robust and crisp taste. Ideal as a cocktail base for drinks like Martinis.

¥1,000

≈ $6.00

Hendrick's

ヘンドリックス

Cucumber and rose petal extract add a refreshing, yet pleasantly floral aroma.

A premium gin from Scotland. Characterized by its floral and refreshing aroma from cucumber and rose essences. Typically served with a slice of cucumber.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Malfy Gin Con Limone

マルフィジンコンリモーネ

Enjoy the refreshing aroma of citrus and juniper berries using Italian lemons.

A gin made with abundant Amalfi lemons from Italy. The fresh lemon aroma is prominent, making it very refreshing. Can be enjoyed like limoncello when mixed with soda.

¥800

≈ $5.00

Bobby's Gin

ボビーズジェネバ

Flavored with lemongrass and cubeb pepper, leaving a distinctive impression.

A gin from the Netherlands, using Indonesian spices. An exotic flavor combining the citrus notes of lemongrass with a spicy kick.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Pan Am

パンナム

Enjoy the crisp lemon aroma and standard dry gin.

A gin from Italy. Light and easy to drink with a prominent citrus aroma. A clean finish that doesn't interfere with food.

¥900

≈ $6.00

Minke Irish

ミンクアイリッシュ

A whey-based gin inspired by mink whale. Has a subtle milky quality.

A unique gin from Ireland. Uses whey (milk serum) as the base spirit, offering a distinct creamy texture and mellow flavor.

¥1,100

≈ $7.00

Lane 1751 Royal Strength

レーン1751 ロイヤルストレングス

Reproduces the good old gin of the Victorian era. More aromatic than regular dry gin.

A gin recreating the traditional London style. Higher in alcohol content, it offers a substantial mouthfeel and deep richness. Its flavor doesn't dilute even when used in cocktails.

¥700

≈ $4.00

Ki No Bi

季の美

A "Japanese" style gin incorporating traditional botanicals with Gyokuro tea, yuzu, red pine, and sansho pepper.

A Japanese craft gin made in Kyoto. Uses Japanese ingredients such as tea, yuzu, and sansho pepper, characterized by its delicate and elegant aroma. Delicious neat or with water.

¥1,300

≈ $8.00

Tokyo Hachioji Gin

トーキョーハチオウジン

A superb expression of standard gin. Enjoy the gentle aroma of botanicals and its mellow palate.

A craft gin made in Hachioji, Tokyo. Balanced flavor suitable for any drinking style. A gentle flavor with a handmade warmth.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Yaso Gin Orange

YASOジンオレンジ

Generous use of orange peel. Juicy and bitter. The balance with botanicals is superb.

A gin made with wild herbs and orange peel. The refreshing orange aroma and slight bitterness stand out, making it a fruity drink.

¥1,300

≈ $8.00

No.3 London Dry Gin

ノエゾンジン

A spicy finish with 14 other botanicals, based on white grapes from Cognac.

A gin from the Cognac region of France. A rich and elegant taste combining fruity notes from grapes with spicy and complex aromas.

¥1,100

≈ $7.00

The Botanist

ザボタニスト

A complex flavor with notes of anise, coriander, citrus, and a hint of apple, harmonizing about 30 types of herbs.

A gin from Islay, Scotland. Made with numerous botanicals native to the island, it has a complex and profound flavor with layered herbal aromas.

¥800

≈ $5.00

Schlitzer Steinhäger

シュリヒテシュタインヘーガー

In Germany, it's customary to have a glass of this gin before drinking beer.

A gin specialty from Germany (Steinhäger). Mild and easy to drink, with a slight sweetness. Popular as an aperitif to be drunk with beer.

¥700

≈ $4.00

Moon Gin

ムーンジン

The world's first gin distilled with moon meteorite.

A unique gin from Belgium. A romantic bottle said to be distilled with moon meteorite fragments. A refreshing citrus flavor.

¥1,300

≈ $8.00

TL Pierce Tokyo Dry Gin

TLピアストーキョードライジン

A craft gin made by a foreigner in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, primarily using the peel of Japanese mandarins.

A gin made at a distillery in Chiba Prefecture. Using Japanese mandarin peel as a key botanical, it features a friendly citrus aroma and a soft taste.

¥1,300

≈ $8.00

Kyro Napue

キュロナプエ

Made with botanicals harvested locally in Finland. Characterized by its herbal aroma.

A gin based on rye from Finland. Characterized by its herbal and spicy aroma reminiscent of Nordic forests. Recommended to pair with cranberries and rosemary.

¥1,100

≈ $7.00

Barcelona Gin Raw

バルセロナジンロウ

A gin created by a team of chefs, mixologists, sommeliers, and perfumers, blending their respective skills.

A gastronomic gin from Barcelona, Spain. Created with food pairing in mind, it has a fresh and refined taste.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Organic Mediterranean

オーガニックメディテレニアン

A refreshing gin characterized by bright citrus. Recommended to be mixed with elderflower tonic.

A Spanish organic gin using botanicals from the Mediterranean coast. Strong citrus aroma, very refreshing and easy to drink.

¥1,100

≈ $7.00

Martin Miller's Westbourne

マーティンミラーズウェストボーン

A rich dry gin with a strong palate and a hint of spice.

A gin blending water from the UK and Iceland. High in alcohol content for a punch, yet smooth due to the quality of the water.

¥1,200

≈ $8.00

Green Plum

青梅の梅

Toranomon Distillery's "Seasonal Gin Series" with a hint of plum aroma.

A limited edition seasonal gin from the Toranomon Distillery in Tokyo. Made with green plums, it has a refreshing tartness and a subtle sweet aroma, evoking a Japanese feel.