Best Restaurants (Hidden Gems & For Dates) in Kyoto City

Restaurants in Kyoto City

1Kyoto Yakiniku Gyurakutei

Shijo Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel), Izakaya (Tavern)

[3 minutes walk from Shijo Station] The finest Yakiniku (Grilled meat) made with A4 or larger Japanese black beef. Semi-private rooms available for up to 24 people

3.37

98

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Hyoto Shijo Karasuma Ten

Karasuma Sta. / Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Japanese Cuisine

[4 minutes from Karasuma Station and Shijo Station] From spacious table seats to private rooms. Enjoy shabu shabu kaiseki in a stately restaurant.

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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3Ishiyakijidori Torikura

Karasuma Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Chicken dishes, Izakaya (Tavern)
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Kuro Zakura Hachijo Guchi Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Horumon (BBQ Offel), Steak

[4 minutes from Kyoto Station] Enjoy high-quality Japanese black beef in a modern Japanese space for adults ◆ Great for a variety of occasions such as anniversaries and reserved banquets

3.18

23

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Nijo En

Nijo Sta. / Tempura, Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Tavern)

More than 30 types of sake are always available. In addition to tempura, there are many other side dishes and rice dishes.

3.22

32

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
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  • Thursday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Vegetarian options
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6Hakkaisan Kyoto Ekimae Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

NEW OPEN [1 minute walk from Kyoto Station] A private room Izakaya (Japanese-style bar) in front of Kyoto Station! Enjoy Hakkaisan's famous sake and Echigo specialties in private rooms

3.06

30

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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7CICON by NOHGA HOTEL

Kiyomizu Gojo Sta. / Italian, Pasta, Dining bar

<Hotel Restaurants in Higashiyama Gojo area> All-day dining at NOHGA HOTEL 1F

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000~JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Fresh Market

Gion Shijo Sta. / Steak, Beef dishes, Teppanyaki

Please enjoy Teppanyaki and wine made with aged Kuroge Wagyu beef and carefully selected seasonal ingredients. Recommended for anniversaries and dates!

3.15

20

  • JPY 10,000~JPY 14,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Vegetarian options
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9Matsusaka Ushi Yakiniku no GANSAN Sattomachi Bettei

Sanjo Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Italian, Korean

A luxurious Yakiniku (Grilled meat) restaurant where you can enjoy the highest quality of Japan's three major wagyu beef, Matsusaka beef, at a reasonable price.

3.20

20

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Separate smoking area
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10Kanga An

Kuramaguchi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Medicinal

Kyoto Fucha cuisine served in a quiet space hidden in the depths of a temple

  • JPY 8,000~JPY 9,999
  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Vegetarian options
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11Yakiniku Horumon Bungo Sain Ten

Saiin Sta. / Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Izakaya (Tavern), Korean

1 minute from Nishi-in, Kyoto! Delicious Oita Wagyu beef, unlimited time all-you-can Yakiniku (Grilled meat) drink and Wagyu beef bowls are great value for money ◎ 2nd reserved for 30 people

3.26

33

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12Hosho An

Gion Shijo Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Yakiniku (BBQ Beef), Izakaya (Tavern)

■While admiring the night view of the Kamogawa River■ Relax in a space where you can feel the atmosphere of Pontocho...

3.20

31

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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13Teppan Dining Kyoshikian

Gion Shijo Sta. / Teppanyaki, Steak, Izakaya (Tavern)

A hideaway for adults located in Pontocho. Kuroge Wagyu beef sirloin Steak course 4800 yen! We accept reservation on the day.

3.13

46

  • JPY 5,000~JPY 5,999
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  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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14Warayaki to Mizutaki Aoi

Gion Shijo Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Regional Cuisine

A modern Japanese restaurant where you can enjoy straw-grilled dishes and Kyoto vegetables.

3.38

85

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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15Private rooms Izakaya Hannari Tei Kyoto Ekimae Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Regional Cuisine, Seafood

【京都駅徒歩1分】全席個室で楽しむ京都の風情。京を味わう飲み放題付きコース5000円~

3.13

18

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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16Kyo o Ajiwau Private rooms Kukan Uguisu Kyoto Ekimae Ten

Kyoto Sta. / Izakaya (Tavern), Japanese Cuisine, Creative

Relax and relax without worrying about the seat next to you. Enjoy Kyoto cuisine in a completely private space

3.12

42

  • JPY 3,000~JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
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17Yuttari Aburi Gibier to Wine Tanzen

Gion Shijo Sta. / Wild game dishes, Pasta

[If you want to enjoy wine and authentic charcoal-grilled cuisine, this is the place to go] [Open for lunch on weekends and holidays]

3.28

64

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Teppan Sakuwan

Saiin Sta. / Teppanyaki, Izakaya (Tavern), Steak

Close to Saiin Station ◆ 2-hour all-you-can-drink course starting from 5,000 yen ◎ Full of teppan menus including seasonal vegetables, meat, fish, and flour noodles!

3.19

19

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
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  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Sumibi Yakitori Kakurega Nonbee

Gion Shijo Sta. / Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Tavern), Chicken dishes

Enjoy it with charcoal-grilled yakitori that captures the flavor of freshly pulled chicken. This relaxing space is perfect for solo travelers or dates.

3.20

41

  • JPY 4,000~JPY 4,999
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  • Sunday、Public Holiday
  • Smoking allowed
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20BURISHO

Gojo Sta. / Seafood, Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Izakaya (Tavern)

Savor the "superlative ice ripeness" delivered directly from Kagoshima and a variety of delicious sake. In a sophisticated Japanese modern space. Semi-private room available

3.31

41

  • JPY 6,000~JPY 7,999
  • JPY 1,000~JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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