Best Date Night Spots in Kyoto

“Our server Tel was wonderful and patient in explaining and serving us.”

“Carlos our waiter was so delightful and patient. He explained how to eat every dish like a Japanese person.”

“The sukiyaki broth had such deep flavour and the sukiyaki set was delicious.”

“This was easily the best beef I’ve ever had and will make it very difficult to eat any beef again as it will undoubtedly inferior.”

“My goodness this was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. The food was out of this world, genuinely.”

“Amazing service, the wagyu was amazing! If you’re in Kyoto you have to stop here- best restaurant!”

“No matter what time of year you visit, the garden is so beautiful that it makes you want to visit in a different season.”

“Each dish featured seasonal ingredients, paired with locally brewed sake. Everything was beautifully presented and delicious.”

“This was one of the best meals and great value for money. Around A$75 total for 2 of us.”

“This is by far the BEST Shabu-shabu place I’ve ever had! We had the Mixed Set and the Japanese Beef set.”

“We came here 5y ago. Expérience was amazing back them and now everything has changed. Price significantly increased, quality and portion sizes melted.”

“The waygu and pork was tender and tasty, along with the amazing dipping sauce (I asked for the ingredients so I can duplicate it back home too!).”

“The meat quality is through the roof. The appetizers were amazing. With ice cream at the end, we couldn’t ask for more.”

“All in all, the price–quality ratio was completely off. Sadly, despite the high expectations, I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant.”

“The restaurant has a beautiful traditional Kyoto atmosphere - warm, cozy, and full of character.”

“The fish quality was amazing and we are sushi snobs from LA and usually are pretty picky when it comes to sushi.”

“This was my first sushi meal in Japan and it was some if the best sushi I have ever had.”

“It is best to make a reservation but they took many walk-in customers at 4-5pm.”

“The owner is very friendly, the food is delicious ❤️ The atmosphere inside the store is also great.”

“The food was also delicious! If you like shiso leaves, you should definitely try the shiso pasta!”

“This was an incredible experience. The owner is a super friendly, nice and interesting lady.”

“The beef tendon is very tender, and the rare find of wild chrysanthemum greens and chicken leg skewers are quite good.”

“You can find this restaurant by the lantern and sign on your right as you head north on Omiya Street in Shijo Omiya.”

“The oden is great! The sake is great too, and the atmosphere makes you want to go back!”

“The restaurant is located at the entrance to a shopping street, but once you step inside, you'll find a lovely Japanese space.”

“This restaurant is located right in front of Kameoka Station, this restaurant is inconspicuous and feels like a favorite.”

“The tempura was fried right in front of you, which was amazing.”

“The meat was so tender that it just fell off the bone and the plain rice was also surprisingly delicious.”

“If you want traditional authentic Japanese food made with love, the best ingredients and professionalism this is the place to visit!”

“The way they use different kinds of miso in each dish is just brilliant. Every flavor blends so naturally.”

“The atmosphere was elegant and relaxed, and the wagyu beef was truly outstanding and cooked to perfection.”

“Food was amazing. Possibly best meat and sauce options I've had in years.”

“The atmosphere is subdued and intimate, perfect for an evening in Kyoto”

“All the dishes are delicious, but the kimbap, oxtail soup, and French fries (made with three kinds of potatoes) were especially delicious.”

“The interior is calming and stylish. It's a wonderful restaurant where you can enjoy delicious food in a comfortable space.”

“The place has an amazing ambience, very friendly and helpful staff, but also great food.”

“The atmosphere is somewhat hidden away, and when you order sake, the staff will recommend a drink based on your preference.”

“The food is of course delicious, with a colorful menu of vegetables, fish, and meat, and I'm always satisfied.”

“The staff were all kind and great at conversation. All the food was delicious.”

“Phenomenal food and experience. Small, intimate dining experience. The food is excellent and balanced and you are guided through the meal.”

“It felt very cozy and I had the Black Wagyu Beef Sukiyaki. The soup was very delicious and memorable.”

“The set meal was delicious. Every ingredient had a clear purpose and helped create cohesive dishes.”

“The chicken skewers were absolutely delicious! They were the best I've ever had!!”

“Everything excellent from the heart liver and soul of the chicken.”

“The other staff members were also incredibly kind and welcoming, which made for a wonderful memory.”

“Everything I ate was delicious, the atmosphere of the restaurant was stylish, and the moment I entered I thought, "This is a hit!"”

“Towa-san was a wonderful waitress! The sweet potatoes and meat were delicious. The service was fast and the place was clean.”

“The assorted obanzai dishes are varied, the chicken skin with ponzu sauce is delicious, and Kotono's service was excellent!”

“Chef Kai uses ingredients skillfully to create delicious dishes. He is friendly and we had a great time.”

“The delicious Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine made with seasonal ingredients is absolutely delicious!”

“This is my favorite restaurant, where you can enjoy a quiet and relaxing meal in an elegant setting.”

“Extremely polite and kind staff, gave excellent recommendations as there was no english menu available. Every single dish was superb! Definitely recommended!!”

“The food was delicious, paired with fine wines. The manager and staff were friendly. Definitely worth coming back!”

“The food was amazing!! Especially the bonito, horse sashimi, and deep-fried fish! In fact, everything was delicious!”

“The soup curry is light yet aromatic, spiced, and rich in flavor, making it incredibly delicious.”

“This soup curry restaurant is located in a charming building in a residential area of Fushimi Momoyama, a rare find in Fushimi.”

“I recommend being patient as the two people who work there are senior citizens.”

“The warm pea soup was delicious, and the spiciness of the black radish Kyoto vegetables whetted my appetite as an appetizer!”

“The food made with Kyoto vegetables is delicious, and the owner and his wife are both great.”

“The food is delicious! I ordered the children's course, and it was just as delicious as the adult course.”

“It's so delicious. The best Italian food I've ever had. Every dish is so delicious.”

“The pasta is delicious! But the risotto is also delicious! Everything is delicious.”

“The cheese platter after the meal was also amazing. I didn't know domestic cheese could be so delicious.”

“The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Gion, just inside the Roji next to Tatsumi Shrine.”

“The restaurant is hidden away at the end of a narrow alley near the famous Tatsumi Bridge in Gion. The private and serene atmosphere is perfect for experiencing authentic Kyoto.”

“This restaurant is located in the Gion area, offering excellent access. It's within walking distance of the nearest subway station, making it a convenient tourist spot.”

“Everything is delicious, and the pizza in particular is amazing! The crispy, thin crust and generous toppings make for a delicious texture and satisfying meal!!!”

“The pizza was perfect. It was so nice to have a U.S. comfort food that we even went to the back for dinner to have spaghetti.”

“It's best to make a reservation when you go for lunch. The restaurant itself isn't very large, so you may be turned away if it's full.”

“The food, drinks and service were outstanding. Dinarte at the bar was incredible and hilarious - cannot wait to come back!”

“This was our favorite non-sushi bite of our entire Japan trip! Above the food, the service was WONDERFUL - especially from our bartender Dinarte.”

“This was a lovely and classy place that would be perfect for a date night or special occasion. Very intimate and cozy.”

“The location is fantastic, and watching the sun sink behind the Kyoto mountains makes the meal even more delicious.”

“The atmosphere settles on the 4th floor and when you enter the atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between modern luxury with a historical view of a Pagoda.”

“The view of the five-story pagoda was spectacular, and the course meal was also excellent”

“The chicken neck sauce was simply delicious!!!! The chicken neck, wrapped around the skewer, was large, juicy, and the sauce was simply amazing.”

“The chicken neck was delicious, with long, strip-like pieces wrapped around a skewer and then grilled over charcoal in large chunks.”

“This is a place that makes you realize that "it's not just the food at a yakitori restaurant, but the atmosphere itself is also delicious".”

“The meat was high quality and delicious, so I'd like to come back for dinner next time.”

“The thick-sliced beef tongue and premium loin were both delicious.”

“It was a bit of a splurge, but the meat was incredibly tender and delicious.”

“The mackerel sushi is the best. It's a small space, so you should go with that in mind.”

“Their famous saba sushi was fantastic; the mackerel was perfectly fatty and had a melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness.”

“The fatty mackerel sushi in winter is highly recommended. The meat was thick, and it was a taste of culinary culture.”

“The first skewer of grilled chicken leg was amazing! The ratio of crispy to tender meat was perfect, and the soy sauce flavor was just right – truly incredible.”

“The skewers were delicious, and the rice bowl at the end was also delicious”

“The exterior is quaint, capturing the atmosphere of Kyoto. The atmosphere was excellent.”

“The atmosphere and exterior of the restaurant are very Kyoto-like, so I recommend it to anyone who wants to experience Kyoto.”

“I came here because I love oden, but the ramen was also delicious, and I was craving ramen for the first time in two months, so I came back.”

“The atmosphere of the restaurant was wonderful, allowing me to enjoy my meal at a leisurely pace.”

“This restaurant is delicious no matter how many times I go! It's my go-to yakiniku restaurant in Kyoto.”

“I think it's pretty tasty for the price. I recommend the skirt steak salt, tongue sashimi, and fatty tuna egg soup.”

“The tongue and kalbi are delicious. They're really salty, which is great!”

“The service was excellent, and I would really recommend anyone going to get the Sirloin Steak, and Special Ribs.”

“The location is perfect, just a short walk from Kyoto Station, making it easy to explore the city.”

“Affordable and delicious! The staff are beautiful and friendly! Plus, the restaurant has a great atmosphere!”

“The chef was very considerate to me, even though I was a first-time traveler, and I ended up with a wonderful memory.”

“This is. Incredibly delicious! !!! Maybe because it's dried overnight, the blackthroat seaperch is so rich in fat, and the whole body is a mass of umami!”

“The restaurant has a lively and fun atmosphere, and the food is original and delicious, so it's easy to see why it's so well-regarded.”

“Everything you eat is delicious! There are so many dishes on the menu that you've never tried before, so it's fun to choose.”

“It's been a while since I last visited. The food was delicious. It's so popular, it's hard to get a reservation!”

“We finished off two bottles of wine, so the price was a bit high, but every dish was fantastic!”

“The staff were friendly and I learned a lot about Kyoto, so I had a wonderful time.”

“We visited around noon and Sunday, but most of the seats were taken, so if you want to eat in, it's best to make a reservation.”

“It's close to the subway and bus stops, making it perfect for stopping by while sightseeing using public transportation.”

“The main dish of pasta was very delicious, and it was a taste that made me want to come back again.”

“The 1,800 yen lunch course was delicious! There were plenty of appetizers, pasta, tea, and three types of dessert.”

“Everything was delicious, but the chicken wing confit was especially crispy and moist.”

“It was a quiet, stylish restaurant, and I enjoyed the delicious creative French cuisine.”

“Every dish was delicious, especially the deep-fried tilefish, the scales of which were crispy and I ate it all.”

“Value for money, taste, and beautiful plates Excellent in every way”

“They use the top ingredients in Japan. The dishes are simple cooked, but you can feel the beautiful flavour of the dishes”

“The ingredients are always the best and the meal is delicious. I always look forward to the fatty tuna nigiri at the end.”

“The ingredients are excellent and the tableware is outstanding. This restaurant is for people who value the food.”

“All the yakitori I had was delicious. However, I was a bit concerned about the length of the staff's nails.”

“The meat was cooked to perfection. You could really tell that each dish was cooked with love. It was really delicious.”

“Everyone was very friendly, and the traditional dishes were delicious! The chicken was definitely excellent! Highly recommended.”

“The eel rice and sea bream sashimi set meal for lunch are delicious.”

“We visit the street with Kimono dress up and went without any ideas yet surprised about the food quality and dinning setting.”

“The eel rice and another set meal were really just so-so; the soup was so salty it made me question my existence.”

“The Kuroge Wagyu beef (loin) and live abalone were, of course, delicious, but the chilled (Western-style) chawanmushi appetizer was also very tasty.”

“It's a very impressive restaurant, and it's great for entertaining guests ☺”

“Extremely fun teppan yaki restaurant in the basement of nice hotel an easy walk from Kyoto station.”

“The omelet rice was the best. The fried shrimp was huge and delicious, and the carpaccio was richly seasoned.”

“The white omelet rice's exquisite demi-glace sauce was filled with chunks of domestic Wagyu beef and was incredibly delicious!”

“The omelet rice was delicious, just as expected. It was rich, so one for each person was heavy.”

“The meat is so tender and delicious! The kalbi melts in your mouth!”

“The Pyongyangjeong loin, extra thick tongue and seafood pancake are especially delicious.”

“No matter what meat you eat, you'll think, "Ah, it's delicious!"”

“This beautiful Italian restaurant is located away from the hustle and bustle, near Toyokuni Shrine, which is associated with Hideyoshi.”

“It is insane that I had to go to Japan to eat the best Italian of my life.”

“The chewy pasta and the perfectly salted pizza dough create a delicious flavor, making this a restaurant where you can enjoy exquisite Italian food whenever you come to Kyoto.”

“The yakitori is delicious, of course, but the grilled rice balls at the end are fragrant and delicious.”

“The atmosphere is great, and the owner is really kind (the owner is currently watching the drama "Marry My Husband" and his favorite celebrity is Song Joong-ki).”

“Most of the skewers were 200 yen, while the chicken was only 220 yen. They were incredibly delicious, much better than a bunch of Taiwanese skewers.”

“This place was such an favorite. It’s hidden but so delicious. The vibes and ambiance are so intimate.”

“Entrance is inside the tiny alley. There should be a white box on the ground as an indicator of the alley.”

“Perhaps because it was breakfast time, they seemed busy, and it took a while for my rice refills to be served.”

“The whitebait and Kujo leek pizza starts by rolling out the dough and carefully baking each one, achieving an excellent balance of chewy and crispy texture.”

“Everything is delicious, but the duck liver appetizer is my absolute favorite.”

“They may be good with regular customers who spend a lot of money and customers who have made reservations, but it seems like walk-ins are not very welcome.”

“The elegant broth and the chewy texture of the bamboo shoots were perfectly balanced and delicious. ✨”

“To be honest, Kinsuitei is famous for its bamboo shoot dishes, but Takeshige was better in terms of food and value for money.”

“We made a reservation for 11:30 in the afternoon and were able to relax until around 2:00. Highly recommended!”

“The food was delicious, and there was a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, so we were very satisfied.”

“All the dishes were delicious. The fried chicken was especially tasty!”

“The menu was very extensive and each dish was excellent in both quantity and taste.”

“The set menu for a party set of 6 @5,000yen per pax (incl tax) for free flow of beer, sake, gin etc is highly recommended”

“Staff is not friendly to foreigners. All the way they talk to Japanese and foreigners are different.”

“Six years ago, we discovered Yakiniku Hiro and had the great Wagyu beef during our trip.”