ha‑ha
ha‑ha
A cozy, back‑alley café‑bar serving standout pasta (notably crab cream on select days), casual Italian dishes, and private‑party plans in Ikebukuro.
Dining
Casual Italian‑Style, Pasta Specialties, Back‑Street Find
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Down a laneway off Ikebukuro West Exit, ha‑ha offers a dimly lit yet homey retreat. Its reputation rests on a Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday-only crab-cream pasta that draws loyal fans, but the kitchen’s range—from spicy peperoncino to chicken cacciatora—keeps the menu approachable. With 20 table seats and a small counter, plus friendly service and occasional celebratory extras (like message plates), it’s a warm pick for relaxed lunches, weekday gatherings, or casual weekend dinners—showing that simple flavors and genuine hospitality still shine in Tokyo’s busy corners.
Facilities & Services
Reservations accepted (especially for dinners and parties)
24 seats (20 table + 4 counter), lunch seated non-smoking, evening smoking allowed
Lunch limited to 30 servings per day; reservation for lunch not available
Party plans & private‑hire available (from ¥50,000)
No parking, ~1 min walk from Ikebukuro West Exit C1
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