Kagurazaka 2-10 A contemporary, stylish izakaya with very inexpensive prices. Open every day. Different management from the original Billy's in Takadanobaba. Kagurazaka 1-9 Cafes with scenic settings are a rarity in Tokyo, so this lovely spot looking out over the rowboats on the moat is worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood. Nichi-Futsu Gakuin A favorite of the local French community, set in the idyllic garden of the French Institute.
Service can be apathetic at best.
Closed Sundays, holidays. Not quite as garlic-heavy as you'd expect from the name, but they're certainly ready to throw in a clove or two. A bit expensive, but the cooking is ambitious and the wine selection is very impressive. Lunch is a real bargain. Closed Mondays, 3rd Sunday.