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Gion Sushi Tadayasu
The best kinds of sushi restaurants are born out of passion — this one has that and more, with sushi dishes to prove its high quality and dedication.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥33,000-34,000
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La Buche
Chef Mori Shohei’s love for his hometown of Ohara is immediately evident in every menu at his Michelin-starred restaurant, where he proudly serves local produce and game — even wild boar — wood-fired in La Buche’s central fireplace.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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Gion Kurashita
At his Gion restaurant, Chef Kurashita Satoru expertly prepares traditional Kyoto kaiseki, displaying mastery over all ingredients, from king crab and wagyu beef to even the humble tofu.
Lunch: ¥7,000-30,000
Dinner: ¥7,000-30,000
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Jikishinbou Saiki
At this kappo restaurant near Yasaka Shrine and the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, elegance and traditional Japanese aesthetics meet to create dishes guaranteed to awaken all five senses.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-25,000
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Mikuri
Perfect for wine lovers, Mikuri adds a western twist to omakase courses by harmoniously combining carefully crafted course dinners with wine.
Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
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Iharada
This Kyoto restaurant adds a modern twist to traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine, sourcing high-quality ingredients from their own farm and the local seafood market.
Dinner: ¥10,000-20,000
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Gion Nanba
Tradition at its finest! Secreted within Kyoto’s traditional district, Gion Nanba offers Michelin-quality kaiseki courses, featuring the best quality produce from all over Japan.
Lunch: ¥15,000-20,000
Dinner: ¥20,000-25,000
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Rokujo Kawarain San
Storytelling, tradition, and artistry underpin meals at Rokujo Kawarain San, a top-tier kaiseki venue with reasonable prices and seasonal menus.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-25,000
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Bar Agiyao
Sip French white wines and savor seafood at Bar Agiyao in Kyoto, a small izakaya with a big heart for Kyoto's food culture. Anticipate sophisticated ambience, 18 wine varieties, and a menu blending French and Spanish cuisine.
Lunch: ¥5,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥5,000-15,000
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Kyo-Suiran
Embark on a culinary journey that intertwines cultural heritage, creative cuisine, and the beauty of nature in Arashiyama, Kyoto. Traditional Kyoto cuisine and French gastronomy combine for an unforgettable dining experience.
Lunch: ¥5,000-10,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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Sushi Kawano
Tucked away in a small Kyoto neighborhood, Kawano offers exquisite Edomae-style sushi. With only nine counter seats, experience the ultimate umami of fish in a serene setting.
Lunch: ¥5,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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Hotaru
An attention to ingredients goes beyond freshness at Hotaru, where time-honored techniques elevate Japan’s home-grown flavor to levels befitting of the nation’s ancient capital.
Lunch: ¥1,000-5,000
Dinner: ¥5,000-10,000
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Kappo Izumi
Tucked inside the urban hideaway of the Hiramatsu ryokan, this restaurant offers a masterclass in Kyoto-style cuisine. A balance between relaxation and sophistication, it offers a space to savor the depth and complexity of Japanese cuisine.
Dinner: ¥20,000-24,999
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Ganko Kameoka Rakurakusou
Indulge in a succulent sukiyaki or kaiseki course meal beneath the rafters of one of Japan’s Tangible Cultural Properties.
Lunch: ¥12,000-25,000
Dinner: ¥12,000-25,000
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Ganko Kyoto Station
Transport yourself into the past at this Kyoto Station fixture, which has an eye-catching facade straight out of the Edo period. Popular with commuters looking for a quick bite, it’s also known to be excellent for sukiyaki or kaiseki courses.
Lunch: ¥12,000-20,000
Dinner: ¥12,000-20,000
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Ganko Sanjo Honten
While its convenient riverside location, affordable prices and impeccable cuisine draw hundreds of customers a day, many also come to marvel at the traditional Japanese interiors of this Sanjo establishment.
Lunch: ¥14,000-25,000
Dinner: ¥14,000-25,000
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ROKU KYOTO TENJIN Chef’s Table
This intimate dining experience led by executive chef Akira Taniguchi features 13 counter seats surrounding an open kitchen — a stage for the chef’s culinary performance. Taste heirloom Kyoto vegetables, prepared with French techniques.
Dinner: ¥35,000-40,000
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Otagi
Fine kaiseki dining on the naturally beautiful north side of Kyoto, where you can enjoy a return to nature in fresh seasonal cooking.
Dinner: ¥33,000-33,000
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Shinmonzen Yonemura
One of the most exciting chefs in Kyoto, cooking up fine French-Japanese fusion food in the heart of Gion.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
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Kamanza Nagashima
A self-taught husband and wife team cook up one of the most exciting Japanese meals in the city at this top traditional restaurant.
Dinner: ¥10,000-15,999
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Gion Fukushi
A kaiseki dining experience in Kyoto’s historic Gion district, which respects the traditions of the craft while adding some modern touches.
Dinner: ¥25,000-25,000
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Kentan Horibe
Fantastic value and utter dedication to the craft are the two key features of this fine Kyoto kaiseki restaurant. Place your reservation now.
Lunch: ¥8,000-10,000
Dinner: ¥20,000-30,000
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Kodaiji Jugyuan
Fine dining on the ground of a Kyoto temple — this restaurant offers one of the most refined and relaxing culinary experiences in Kyoto.
Lunch: ¥20,000-30,000
Dinner: ¥30,000-40,000
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Gion Kida
The casual setting of this kappo restaurant lets the diners relax as they are being entertained by the show of preparation by the head chef and his assistants.
Dinner: ¥30,000-40,000
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Shuhaku
Get a mix of traditional and modern at this Kyoto kaiseki restaurant that introduces all the best seasonal ingredients the city has to offer.
Lunch: ¥5,000-6,000
Dinner: ¥10,000-15,000
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Reine des Pres
A Michelin-starred chef with extensive experience in Paris cooks up fine French food with a focus on excellent slow-cooking.
Lunch: ¥5,000-10,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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HANA-Kitcho
In the heart of a traditional city lies a modern restaurant that still pays homage to the rich culture of the local cuisine.
Lunch: ¥10,000-15,000
Dinner: ¥15,000-20,000
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Jiki Miyazawa
Don’t judge the book by its cover – the simplistic presentation of the dishes at this Kyoto restaurant does not define their true flavors.
Lunch: ¥5,000-5,999
Dinner: ¥15,000-19,999
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Recent Reviews from Guests1 / 3
Lunch at Godan Miyazawa was outstanding. The detail and simplicity within dishes complimented every single plate perfectly. The chef and staff were amazing with hospitality and there is no question why the food has a Michelin star. I brought my partner for a birthday lunch during our trip to Kyoto and I would highly recommend anyone celebrating anything or wanting a perfect meal to head to Godan Miyazawa
Jaimie Ashworth
April 18, 2024
Godan Miyazawa
Restaurant in Kyoto
This was worthy of a 5 star rating! I chose the sake only pairing and everything was well thought. My only “knock” is that there were no prices for the food and drink so the final bill was a little surprising.
Raymond Shu
April 08, 2024
Godan Miyazawa
Restaurant in Kyoto
Excellent food and value for money
Chan Stephen
March 29, 2024
Funaokayama Shimizu
Restaurant in Kyoto
Incredible dining experience at Ogawa
Ellie McRae
March 28, 2024
Ogawa (Nakagyo)
Restaurant in Kyoto
We had a wonderful experience. The food was great and the staff were incredibly kind and helpful.
Kenneth McFarland
March 26, 2024
Noguchi Tsunagu
Restaurant in Kyoto
Frequently Asked QuestionsHow to reserve restaurants in Kyoto?
Most restaurants in Kyoto allow customers to make reservations over the phone, however this is not always easy. Despite the rise of tourism in Kyoto, due to language barriers this task can often be quite difficult. If you cannot reserve directly through the restaurant’s website, the best way to reserve a restaurant in Kyoto is to use an online reservation service. There are many sites that help foreigners to make reservations, which is especially useful since many restaurant websites and Japanese booking sites can be hard to navigate. An online platform like byFood will allow you to select restaurants in Kyoto and filter them by cuisine and area. This makes it easy to reserve ahead. Customers can easily add their reservation details into the restaurant reservation page, and byFood will make a reservation on behalf of the guest. ByFood will then send a confirmation email if the reservation is approved, or send a failed reservation email if it is unsuccessful.
Is a reservation required for restaurants in Kyoto?
Not all restaurants in Kyoto require a reservation, however in some cases making a reservation is essential. Casual restaurants and most izakayas welcome walk-ins, however popular or fine dining restaurants usually require a reservation ahead of time, like kaiseki or kappo restaurants. Michelin-starred restaurants in Kyoto definitely require an advance reservation, and some should be reserved several months before.
What is the average cost of a meal at restaurants in Kyoto?
The average cost of lunch at a casual restaurant in Kyoto will be approximately 1500 yen to 2500 yen. Dinner meals at restaurants in Kyoto average somewhere between 5000 and 15000 yen, depending on the restaurant.
Best Restaurants in Kyoto
Unprecedented in quality, every Kyoto restaurant incorporates the best of local produce and seasonal offerings into fresh, immersive Japanese food menus. Culinary creativity runs through the city like its waters. In fact, you can dine in the open air over Kyoto’s rivers in summer, or lose yourself for a night dining in the converted wooden machiya buildings of downtown Pontocho. Somewhere tucked away in the grid of Kyoto’s backstreets, family-run restaurants greet strangers and regulars alike, offering unique dining experiences. Side street shop fronts steam with ramen broth and specialty tofu dishes. High-caliber kaiseki dining experiences await in Kyoto’s many Michelin-starred restaurants, serving experiential feasts celebrating ingredients of the season.
Holding tradition and craftsmanship at the city’s core, restaurants in Kyoto always offer an unforgettable atmosphere and high-quality Japanese cuisine to match. Marvel at the exquisite textures and stunning aesthetics evident in even the finest culinary details. Kyoto restaurants arrange their food on their plates just so; beautifully and crafted with skill like edible art. Discover some of the best food in Kyoto when exploring in this cultural hub, bursting with its own regional food. Feast upon local cuisine known as Kyo-ryori, made from the freshest seasonal produce, or taste vegetarian Buddhist cuisine when you sit down to an authentic shojin ryori meal.
Fine Kyoto cuisine can be found at its beautiful restaurants with wonderful culinary surprises in every bite. Exploring Kyoto’s backstreets and buzzing markets mean that you might stumble upon the city’s best hidden local gems. Don’t miss a thing, see more of the city’s best restaurants during a Kyoto food tour, or settle in for a memorable dining experience in Kyoto by booking ahead of time on byFood.