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Ristorante Takada : Japanese Italian restaurant : Pasta Pizza Wine (Alexandra)

4.6(336)on Google$$$italianqueenstown

〒159948, Alexandra Rd, 354号, Alexis Condominium, #01-07

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)Closed

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
AExcellent

Score: 88 / 100

Atmosphere85
Consistency90
Food quality90
Value for money80

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Ristorante Takada presents itself as an upscale Japanese-Italian fusion spot, and the consensus points to a strong showing for special occasions.

We see consistent praise for the ambiance, described as cozy yet premium, and the attentive service, with staff often going above and beyond.

The food generally receives high marks for execution and fresh ingredients, particularly the desserts like the Tiramisu and Mont Blanc, which are frequently highlighted as exceptional.

The beef cheek braised in wine also comes up as a strong recommendation.

However, at a price point that can reach $189++ per person, some diners expect more culinary experimentation.

While dishes are well-prepared, a few isolated incidents of a fish bone in sashimi or sand in clams suggest minor inconsistencies.

We think this is a reliable choice for a celebratory meal where a refined setting and excellent desserts are priorities.

The location, tucked away yet accessible, adds to its appeal for a peaceful dining experience.

Verdict: Best for special occasions and those willing to pay for a generally high-quality, attentive dining experience, especially if you appreciate well-executed desserts.

Signature

Tiramisu, Mont Blanc, Beef Cheek Braised in Wine

Best time

Special occasions, celebration dinners

Price

$$$ ($100+/person)

Score: 88 · 5 sources

What customers say

Ristorante Takada is highly regarded for its upscale Japanese-Italian fusion, offering a memorable dining experience for special occasions.

Customers consistently praise the fresh ingredients, particularly the sea urchin pasta, corn mousse with uni, and well-executed main courses like beef cheek.

While the desserts, especially the Tiramisu and Mont Blanc, are frequently highlighted as exceptional, some diners note minor inconsistencies in food quality, such as a fish bone or sand in clams, and variability in service staff attentiveness, despite overall positive interactions with the chef and some staff.

Exceptional desserts (Tiramisu, Mont Blanc)Fresh ingredients and well-executed fusion dishes (sea urchin pasta, corn mousse, beef cheek)Upscale ambience and suitability for special occasionsService attentiveness and chef interactionMinor food quality inconsistencies (fish bone, sand in clam)
80% positive10% neutral10% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★Levi Aw· 6 months ago

Came here to celebrate a dear friend’s birthday and ended up enjoying a surprisingly memorable meal. We ordered a mix of pastas, fish, and steak — all well-executed and dressed to impress, matching th…

★★★★★eiko tamura· 4 months ago

We had a private party with a group, and they were very accommodating with advance orders and arrangements. The food looked and tasted delicious, and we were able to meet all of our requests. I person…

★★★★★Albert Kwan· 5 months ago

Nice little upscale Italian - Japanese restaurant in the neighbourhood. Been here multiple times for celebration dinner and also lunch and so far it never disappoint. Price vs quality ratio is good. L…

★★★★Danny· 10 months ago

Ambience: Cozy and small setting but yet still provides a sense of premium dining with its interior decor lighting and art choices. Located right next to a bus stop so very easy to get to. Food: The…

★★★★★Timothy Lim· a year ago

Fantastic service and delicious food at this hidden jem in the neighbourhood. The location of the restaurant is another plus – tucked away in a quiet, accessible area that made for a peaceful dining e…

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