Those craving a hit of Tokyo cool will find their appetite sated at this energetic, neon-lit restaurant that cranks out fire-licked dishes to a young crowd. Kick off with a spicy margarita, its rim dipped in shichimi salt, then let breezy, well-versed waitstaff guide you towards a sake for your next bite.

That might be a sando stacked with egg salad and crumbed scallop, or a skewer of baby squid cooked over charcoal. Smoky pork cutlet is grilled, sliced and dressed with wakame oil and a sweet teriyaki-like sauce. Some portions skew small, so order generously.

The supple magic of handmade mochi, perhaps flecked with frozen raspberry, is a high note to end on. Close to sporting grounds and theatres, Robata is ideal dining before or after, though with its flame-tastic open kitchen and atmospheric surrounds, it offers entertaining theatre all its own.

Must-order: The effortlessly chewy mochi ice-cream, which is handmade daily.

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