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About this place
When you want to explore wines crafted across Japan by the glass, Garibaldi in Nezu provides an inviting stop. The wine bar centres its list on domestic bottles, paired thoughtfully with small bites. Selections highlight regional nuance from across the country, spanning Chateau T.s Koshu from Shizuoka's Naka-Izu Winery, Hakubi Chardonnay from Okayama Wine Valley, and whites, rosés, and reds from Hokkaido. Diners unsure of where to start can consult the sommelier to find a glass suited to their palate that evening.
The food menu offers clever small plates designed to partner comfortably with wine. Hokkaido cheeses can be ordered in assortments of 1 to 3 varieties, with options featuring blue cheese like Fourme d'Ambert alongside firm Comté. In addition to a 3-cheese plate served with crackers, popular choices include house-made raisin butter and a Japanese-style liver pâté served with baguette. Those after something heartier can opt for hot dishes like a spicy tomato pizza or Yamagata-style imoni stew served with rice.
Beyond the wine list, drinks include Heartland beer, Kakubin highballs, house-made umeshu, and cider, alongside alcohol-free choices for those seeking soft drinks. With seating at a calm counter and tables, it functions naturally for solo drinking or a casual glass before or after dinner.
