Best Cheap Eats in Kyoto

“Food is served 35 minutes after ordering, and it's not served in order of arrival, so I recommend coming when you have plenty of time.”

“The owner is so kind and the food is so delicious.”

“Everything I tried was delicious, so I immediately recommended it to my friends ♪”

“The restaurant was tiny, food was delicious and atmosphere very cosy with friendly staff behind the counter and as far as I could tell all local guests.”

“1000¥ for 4 dishes of your choice, plus rice, miso soup and tea. Excellent value for money.”

“The Chikuzenni was delicious. The potatoes were also surprisingly sweet, and I was overwhelmed with emotion.”

“We had dinner here and its amazingly delicious. We came all the way from Mexico for the second time to eat here.”

“1000 yen for a bowl of incredible ramen, sometimes a short wait but really very worth it.”

“Best ramen in Kyoto, my plate was empty both times! Amazing experience and flavours.”

“The soup was so delicious, I drank it all! I thought the curry was a lot, but I still ate it all (lol).”

“The chicken broth was delicious! I think they put a lot of care into each topping.”

“The tori paitan and karaage set is incredibly reasonably priced and delicious. The portions are generous.”

“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.”

“The "Raanoumi," named after the restaurant, is the closest thing to dandan noodles, with a perfect blend of sesame flavor and spicy kick.”

“Phenomenal food. Even better service. They worked with us to make a vegetarian noodle dish- so kind and personable.”

“This was an amazing discovery and we stopped by this place by chance. We are ending our trip in japan and we still remember how amazing the tantanmen was!”

“It's on level B1F of the Daimaru shopping center, surrounded by thousands of other stalls selling everything that looked delicious.”

“The pork buns have a soft skin, and the filling brims with juicy meat. One bite and the juicy yet sweet dough combine to highlight the strength of this classic.”

“It’s takeout, but tastes super homey - like comfort food from someone’s kitchen, not a counter.”

“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!”

“Food was excellent, staff were very friendly and helpful. Drinks were also very good. An extremely affordable price for such good food!”

“Beautiful restaurant with a large bar style seating so you can watch your food being prepared, fast and friendly service and outstanding tasting food”

“Great skewers (the beef is incredible!) and a fun atmosphere with the chefs cooking in front of you.”

“It's been five years since I last visited, and I was relieved to see that the food was just as delicious as ever.”

“Everything was delicious!! I don't usually like seafood, but the seafood that came with it was absolutely delicious.”

“The food was auspicious and appropriate for the New Year, and it was a lunch that really evoked the essence of Kyoto.”

“Since graduating, I've eaten dandan noodles in various cities, but for me, Sichuan Tei's dandan noodles are the best!”

“The dandan noodles here are really delicious. They're creamy and rich.”

“The food is just as delicious as it has been for 12 years.”

“Best ramen ive eaten in japan, the broth is thick and the texture of noodles was amazing. Price was standard 1000 yen per bowl.”

“GET THE DIPPING NOODLES!! For a lil ol gaiko, this was the best ramen I had in Japan PERIOD”

“Delicious ramen and gyoza right near fushimi inari shrine. Perfect for when you’re tired after coming down the mountain”

“Both curries were filled with large chunks of meat and were very filling. The flavor was authentic and delicious.”

“The curries are amazing. The naan was freshly made and the portion is also great.”

“All solid, butter chicken easily the best. They threw in extra garlic …”

“Best Takoyaki we had during our stay in Japan (we tried 3 different places in Kyoto, Kobe, and Osaka). We went back a few times.”

“This takoyaki shop only has counter seats. You might think it has a deep atmosphere, but the guy working there is very friendly and funny! It's incredibly cheap, yet delicious!”

“The takoyaki was delicious and the place was quiet despite me eating there evening!”

“My favorite was the sweet and sour pork. The meat was deep-fried, I think. It was crispy and juicy on the inside.”

“The dried squid kimchi here is so delicious that I always buy a lot of it whenever I go to Kyoto city!”

“I recommend stopping by on your way home from visiting Tofukuji Temple or Sennyuji Temple, or after visiting the Japanese Red Cross Hospital across the street.”

“The yakitori here is a good size, making it easy to eat. The sauce is smooth, and the freshly grilled yakitori is fluffy and delicious.”

“My family and I have been going here for a long time. The prices are reasonable and the food is delicious. Everything we eat is delicious.”

“A famous local restaurant. I've been going there for over the years. No matter what you order on the menu, it's always delicious.”

“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.”

“This izakaya has a local izakaya vibe. The food was delicious, and I saw reviews saying the fried food was delicious, so I tried it.”

“Seriously everything about this place is absolutely incredible. Food is incredible. The best fried chicken I’ve ever had.”

“Amazing food! We had the Easy Okonomiyaki and it was delicious.”

“All the meat is high quality and the meat itself tastes great, so just adding a little salt is enough to make it delicious.”

“No matter what meat you order, it's so delicious you'll be satisfied.”

“It's been a while since I last visited. The owner is as good as ever (lol).”

“I've been going here since the chef and his wife opened in Gion, and everything is just so delicious!”

“This ended up being both my wife and my go-to restaurant of our entire Japan trip, ended up going a second night in a row the food was so delicious!”

“I've been to many restaurants, but this was the best. As someone in the same industry, I have nothing but to learn from them!!”

“The butter chicken is outstanding, the Naan is very puffy and huge, enough to share, and the mango lassi is delicious!”

“I often go here for lunch. You can eat delicious curry and naan at a reasonable price.”

“They serve a delicious curry and naan set for a very reasonable price for student lunch.”

“The cheese naan was delicious. The curry was also delicious and it was nice that you could choose the spiciness.”

“It was really delicious. The curry was delicious, the naan was delicious, the chicken tikka was delicious, everything was delicious.”

“The lunch set was delicious. The naan was so big I couldn't finish it, so I was given a bag to take home.”

“The food was delicious and generous, the staff were very friendly, and the atmosphere was comfortable.”

“Everything was delicious and I will be coming back tomorrow for another dinner.”

“It was almost full before 1pm, but since I was alone I sat at a counter seat.”

“The tempura had a crispy batter and was delicious! It was clear they were particular about making sure the food was freshly fried.”

“I was with my baby so I decided to visit towards the end of the day, but I was really impressed by the excellent service.”

“It seemed to have turned into a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. It didn't have the same bright atmosphere as before.”

“The soup is the ultimate pork bone soup, but it's not at all fishy. Adding some kimchi mid-way through adds a subtle flavor, making it incredibly delicious.”

“The soup is so delicious that your body reacts the moment you put it in your mouth.”

“The soup, made by simmering large amounts of pork bones and chicken carcasses for 24 hours, is full of collagen and sticks to your lips.”

“The food is very delicious, the owner and waiters are very kind and enthusiastic, the price is not too high, it is worth a try”

“This is a delicious skewer restaurant; my favorite is the perilla chicken skewers! Highly recommended!”

“Since it's yakitori, it takes a while for your order to arrive, so it's best to order all at once.”

“The beef was high-quality and very tasty, the egg made everything creamy, and I recommend adding wasabi to your bites for an explosion of flavors!”

“The meat was amazing!!! Everything was super fast. We paid through this cool machine and 5 minutes later the server already had our food ready!”

“The steak bowl was of the highest quality, and although it had a shelf life of 15 minutes, the meat was melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and I had a blissful time!”

“The interior and prices were just like they were in the Showa era, and the food was delicious.”

“The staff were energetic and well-trained, making it a wonderful ramen shop.”

“This restaurant has been serving affordable, delicious ramen for a long time.”

“The tonkatsu and fried food are both crispy and delicious, and the rice portions are generous, but the price remains the same, so you can eat a lot.”

“It's close to the station, so if you have a chance to come to Ichijoji (and of course tourists too), why not stop by?”

“It took me a while to decipher the set menu, so I ordered the fried chicken, cutlet, and fried shrimp set meal.”

“It's delicious, the owner is friendly, and the prices are reasonable and great value.”

“The sashimi, including tuna, yellowtail, octopus, and shellfish, was plump and delicious!”

“While there are part-timers, the manager is the only one in charge of cooking, so the food takes a while to come out.”

“It takes a while from ordering to serving, so it's best to allow at least an hour for your meal to be served.”

“The nearest bus stop is "Marutamachi Nanahonmatsu," located on the southwest corner of the Marutamachi Nanahonmatsu intersection, making it very easy to find.”

“While we were eating at the restaurant, a waiter took the menu from our table without a word and showed it to other customers who were waiting.”

“The transparent cups of Matsunoya's single-item tonkatsu sauce spill out of the gaps in the lid even when carried carefully.”

“The pork loin cutlet set meal was 690 yen including tax, so I thought it was good value for money.”

“They serve food too slowly when it's busy. There shouldn't be an hour and a half wait inside.”

“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 staff were fantastic. Even though I couldn't communicate in Japanese, they still tried their best to help me.”

“The staff is the best!!! This is customer service and the food is delicious too.”

“Fresh vegetables are delivered daily from their own farm, and even the raw radish is delicious!”

“The extra egg added volume made it a good value for the money, and the eel sauce was also very delicious.”

“The skin was crispy, the meat was plump, and the sauce was delicious. It was also very filling and I was very satisfied.”

“The aroma of the charcoal fire rises, and the eel is so delicious that you won't be able to stop eating it.”

“Six small dishes and a main course were a great deal at just ¥1,300. Everything was high quality and delicious. I'll definitely come back.”

“Both the main steak and the obanzai in the set were delicious, and I was very satisfied!”

“I've been going there since the days of Nikuzaemon, and I'm grateful that they've continued to carry on the tradition. Of course, the taste is excellent.”

“We had each bowl on different days. You can really feel the owner's passion as he strives to be the best shio ramen specialty restaurant.”

“The shop is small, with only seven counter seats, so it's best to visit with a small group.”

“The soup was crystal clear and beautiful. The chicken char siu was also tender and delicious.”

“I went there about two years ago. The food was delicious and the owner was very kind.”

“The fried chicken was very crispy and delicious. I want to go again.”

“The staff were kind and polite, and the food was delicious, so I'd definitely like to go again!”

“Lovely place with amazing sweets and drinks. The people running the store are very kind and the ambiance is great!”

“The Uji specialty matcha dango (rice dumplings) are additive-free, chewy, and richly flavored with delicious matcha.”

“The staff at the shop were very friendly and the roasted green tea dumplings were delicious.”

“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.”

“This is a traditional set meal restaurant. I ordered nabeyaki udon and katsu curry. Both were delicious with a nostalgic, comforting flavor.”

“The katsudon was, for better or worse, just average. But I was satisfied. Average is best!”

“Very affordable, fast service, and delicious. The lady who served us was very nice.”

“Lunch is incredibly cheap and delicious! The staff were also friendly and I was very satisfied.”

“The meat was tender and delicious. The sauce was refreshing, just how I like it.”

“I was disappointed because I've been here for lunch before and have enjoyed the food! I will definitely never go again, and I don't recommend it either.”

“The tuna is delicious. You can enjoy the various flavors of tuna in a variety of ways, including as sashimi.”

“There is a counter and table seating in the back, so it's perfect if you like a quiet lunch.”

“The 1,500 yen three-kind tuna set meal was delicious! The portion of rice is small, so you might want to get a large portion (+100 yen).”

“This is a local restaurant with a nostalgic atmosphere. Lunch and ramen noodles cost 730 yen. It was delicious.”

“It's cheap and delicious! The famous super cheap lunch is not only cheap, but the ramen is also delicious.”

“It gets packed with construction workers during the weekday lunch hours, so I recommend coming after 1pm! The taste and value for money are the best …”

“Both lunch and dinner are great value for money, but the beer set at night is the best value for money.”

“I had the char siu noodles and half a bowl of fried rice set! It was delicious!”

“The lunch menu is cheap and delicious. The dinner menu is also reasonably priced and delicious.”

“The Tianjin rice had more ginger than other locations, making it delicious!”

“For the price, the fried rice, gyoza, and fried chicken combo was excellent value.”

“The taste hasn't changed much since the restaurant first opened in 1967, and the gyoza here remain consistently delicious.”

“The lunch is delicious, and the discounted yuzu juice is to die for!”

“The set meal tasted okay. The beef tendon and dashi-maki were delicious!”

“On my way home from the library on a hot day, I headed to Kinema Kitchen for a break in a retro atmosphere.”

“The food was perfect, definitely the best sashimi I've tasted during my month-long stay in Japan.”

“The food is delicious every time. The tempura, sashimi, and grilled fish are all the best.”

“The food is elaborate and takes a while to prepare, but the beautiful presentation, the exquisite broth, and the exquisite seasoning.”

“It's located right in front of Sanzenin Temple, but the prices are reasonable and the food is delicious, so I recommend it.”

“The staff was very friendly and did their best to understand us despite their almost nonexistent English.”

“The yuba, age (fried tempura), and soba broth were all excellent, warming me up and satisfying my appetite.”

“It's popular, so you may have to queue, but it's a delicious ramen shop that's worth waiting in line.”

“The ramen was delicious, we loved the atmosphere, and all the staff were so friendly!”

“The soy sauce ramen also had yuzu in it, and it was delicious.”

“I was hoping to read a review saying the Chinese noodles were delicious, but maybe my expectations were too high.”

“It was a nice, old-fashioned restaurant. Entering the restaurant, it was long and narrow, with both table seating and a counter.”

“Kake udon and soba noodles are 400 yen, and the main dishes are combinations such as rice bowls with mini noodles, and noodles and rice.”

“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!”

“A lovely Mediterranean feel, with a friendly chef who trained in Spain and served delicious and interesting Spanish food (not just the usual dishes)”

“As an Italian, I can assure you that the wood-fired pizza is delicious, and the spaghetti is even better!”

“The owner was so nice to talk to and he makes the BEST spanish food!”

“Sensationally good Ramen. Duck with a clam broth. Ludicrously good - elegant, refined, subtle but with real depth of flavour. Outstandingly delicious.”

“It was the most delicious ramen I've had since coming to Kyoto.”

“Delicious and affordable, start with the original shellfish broth, then add some yuzu pepper to elevate the flavor to another level.”

“This place is truly special. They are so welcoming each time and food is elegant and also comforting and delicious.”

“Above all, it's delicious - a traditional Kyoto flavor backed by a long history of business.”

“In a calm, family and traditional atmosphere, we ate a Sukiyaki which was excellent.”

“The Kameoka beef hamburger I had previously was just as meaty, with a firm, delicious hamburger steak.”

“The steak was tender, with a wonderful harmony of high-quality fat and aroma.”

“The attentive hospitality made me think that the service must be excellent at night as well.”

“It's a cheap and good yakiniku restaurant. The raw beef tongue + egg is so sweet and delicious that you can't imagine it.”

“Their specialty, intestines, are simply beautiful to look at, with no fishy smell at all. When grilled, they're plump, and the sweetness of the fat oozes out, making them delicious.”

“The meat is of excellent quality, and you can enjoy rare cuts of offal. They also serve a variety of Korean dishes, including jjigae (stewed beef) and kimbap (kimbap).”

“The tonkatsu is delicious! For 590 yen you get tonkatsu, miso soup, rice, and cabbage!”

“This store has the advantage of having a large parking lot shared with other stores, unlike the Kyoto Minami Interchange store.”

“The parking lot has plenty of space and is easy to access, so I think it would be better to have two ticket machines.”

“It feels like I'm back in Sichuan! The taste is very authentic! I've also eaten at Million Bian! It's cheap, filling, and delicious!”

“It's incredibly delicious and cheap! You can eat as much rice as you want for just 100 yen.”

“The best spiced food i’ve had after being a week here in Japan Got a simple order of the Spicy Fish and White Rice, couldn’t get any better than.”

“Set in a very quiet spot near the Temple’s Torii gates, it has an exquisite ambience, amazingly attentive and kind staff and delicious food and drinks.”

“The best vibe place in Kyoto, the owner was really friendly and we talked a lot!”

“This place is a blend between amazing udon, the best yuzu citron tea and AMAZING service!”

“The Tsukihana Special was packed with ingredients and was very filling! Everything on the menu was delicious!”

“The okonomiyaki was fluffy and delicious. I also tried the yakisoba and tonpeiyaki, which were also delicious.”

“First time here. We went with a group of people. The food was good at first, but it took way too long for the food to arrive.”

“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 Tamatebako lunch is amazing value for money!! The incredible variety of dishes, the carefully prepared rice cooked in a clay pot, everything was fantastic!!!”

“This Kyoto cuisine restaurant has friendly staff and delicious food. The small courtyard gives it a very Kyoto feel.”

“All the dishes we had were delicate, carefully bringing out the flavor of the ingredients. Every bite was a quiet sensation, and I found myself saying "everything is delicious."”

“This is my favorite fugu restaurant. I've been to many other places, but the taste is perfect.”

“The noise of the CCP group was a bit distracting, but the food was amazing.”

“The manager was very friendly and kind, and even saw us off and took photos with us, making it a fun experience.”

“It had the feel of a long-established restaurant, and the food was also very satisfying.”

“The food was also very satisfying, considering it was within our budget.”

“It has a long-established feel, and the staff are all veterans. …”

“The taste, speed of service, service from the chef and staff, and the atmosphere were all perfect.”

“Sashimi, tempura, sea bream rice pot, conger eel simmered in Japanese pepper. Everything was delicious.”

“The service was great, with the option to change to kamameshi and get half portions of tempura and fried chicken.”

“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.”

“I ordered the green curry set, which had a mellow flavor with a soft coconut aroma and was very easy to eat and delicious.”

“The sauce for dipping the chicken, and of course the chicken itself, were both delicious and went really well with the rice.”

“The staff are very friendly and will recommend new dishes even if they're not on the menu.”

“The prices are reasonable and there are many delicious dishes on the menu. The lunch menu is a great value.”

“Just as other diners have said, the fried chicken was amazing. Rock hard.”

“The C lunch was only 1,150 yen. It was delicious and the portion was just right.”

“The restaurant is a little far from Byodoin Temple's Phoenix Hall, so we recommend arriving by taxi or car.”

“I go to this restaurant once a month, and I order the Oyakodon set meal with tender chicken and warm udon noodles.”

“The atmosphere is relaxing, the service is polite, and everything you eat is delicious.”

“You can eat delicious udon noodles with plenty of volume. The large rice comes with an enormous amount of rice.”

“Home cooked meals, kind service, staff is absolutely the friendliest I've met in Japan to date, and the food is amazing.”

“Whatever I eat is delicious, but ever since I was little I always order meat curry udon.”

“I've been to a lot of Indian curry restaurants, but I've yet to find one as affordable and delicious as this one.”

“Each curry has a consistent flavor and is always delicious. The naan is also moderately sweet, chewy and satisfying.”

“The cheese naan has a crispy crust and a sweet taste, making it delicious! The meat is big.”

“The omurice was incredible and the portions are fantastic. Great spot to hit after braving the crowds at Kinkaku-ji.”

“The 180g steak omelet was surprisingly delicious, and the vegetable omelet and curry omelet were also delicious!!”

“The yuba omelet rice has hijiki rice inside, making it a perfect Japanese-style omelet rice.”

“The beef tendon ramen was appetizing and awesome. In the other hand, my friend ate shiro ramen and he also mentioned it was delicious.”

“The ramen had the strong flavor you'd expect from Kyoto ramen, and the char siu, noodles, and spring onions were all well balanced and delicious.”

“I had rich soy sauce ramen and kushikatsu. It's nice to have kushikatsu at a ramen shop, especially for ¥400.”

“They offer small, regular, and large sizes, so I think it's the perfect place for ramen-eating on the go.”

“The soup was a pork bone soy sauce broth topped with back fat, sliced pork fillets, bamboo shoots, and green onions, making it a delicious, traditional Kyoto ramen.”

“The set meal itself is very good value. For less than 1,000 yen, you can eat two dishes to your heart's content.”

“The large bowl with extra white meat was the best char siu ramen, allowing you to fully enjoy the sweetness and umami of the fat!”

“The jet-black soy sauce soup was strong yet surprisingly sharp, with a rich, fragrant flavor that was impressive.”

“It has the atmosphere of a long-established restaurant, and is recommended for those who want to experience a Kyoto-style ramen.”

“The food was sooooo good. Very local and authentic place. Highly recommend the egg omelette, lightly seared beef and beef stew. They are excellent!!!”

“The food was absolutely delicious. Unbelievably! The yakitori was better than any yakitori I’ve had at other places and the tendon stew was incredible!!!”

“The other dishes were okay, not much to my liking. But the Yakiniku was the best thing ever.”

“It's a local Chinese restaurant and the interior is a bit old and not what you'd call clean, but they serve excellent champon!”

“The champon made by the chef, who is originally from Nagasaki, is delicious! I had never thought champon was that good until I ate it here.”

“It felt like a Chinese restaurant loved by locals, run by a married couple.”

“The yakitori was fragrant and packed with collagen. ✨ The chicken soup was also delicious, and I ate it all up.”

“The fluffy cheese and fresh, delicious salad was the best salad I've ever had in my life! ✨”

“They also have tatami rooms that are perfect for families, and are recommended for launch parties and work gatherings.”

“The kasu soup is delicious! I ordered the chicken cutlet + obanzan 2-item set meal, and everything was delicious.”

“I really liked the food and it was delicious, but the kasu-jiru was also exquisite, with a refined yet robust flavor.”

“If you don't want to wait, I recommend making a reservation or going before or after 12 o'clock.”

“The thick deep-fried kitsune (foxtail) is juicy and delicious. The flavor is very mild. The soft noodles and clear soup were delicious.”

“The three ladies were very lovely and offered amazing service, and were accommodating to us as foreign English speakers.”

“Despite being in a very touristic area, the prices are surprisingly affordable and the quality is outstanding.”

“The main course, appetizers, bread, and desserts are all carefully prepared, and the wine is also delicious, making for a truly blissful experience.”

“The pasta is a carbonara with chunks of pancetta and well-emulsified oil, and it's so delicious I'm always impressed.”

“The food was excellent, with a wide variety of recipes from Alsace in the north to southern France.”

“It was close to Kyoto Station and had a nice, quiet atmosphere. We enjoyed delicious food at reasonable prices.”

“The best dish was the vegetarian salt-fried noodles. It's inconspicuous in the corner, but the seasoning was just to my liking.”

“This bowl contains two types of chicken: regular chicken and chicken tempura, allowing you to enjoy the different textures and flavors.”

“The pasta and pizza are all delicious Their selection of desserts, drinks, and sweets is great The interior is also cute!”

“Great value for money! The salad bar and dessert buffet will fill you up. The food is also delicious!”

“The salad bar had a wide variety of options, which was great. There were four desserts to choose from, which the kids loved. The pasta was delicious!”

“Loved the vibes of this place, and the prices were solid as well! Felt like a tapas place mixed with some larger dishes.”

“This place is a must! Food is excellent, 150 whiskeys to choose from (including Koval from Chicago!). Put it in your list.”

“One of the best meals I’ve had in the world, no exaggeration. The smoked Waygu, chicken skins & sprouts, mushrooms, smoked sashimi…and don’t sleep on the smoked ice cream.”

“I've been coming here since the previous generation, and I'm glad that I can continue to eat delicious ramen in the current generation.”

“The ramen has a nostalgic flavor. ☺️The curly noodles are delicious, too!❗️”

“I visited Kyoto alone for a class reunion from my graduate department, so I had ramen for the first time in 36 years.”

“It's a little out of town, but there's a parking lot, so I highly recommend it for those who drive.”

“In terms of value for money, I think this restaurant ranks among the best in Kyoto.”

“The meat was tender and easy to eat, and the sauce was delicious.”

“The duck burger was absolutely delicious. Well balanced taste and cooked perfectly so it’s nice and juicy.”

“The duck burger was very delicious. The meat was tender and the bun was lightly toasted.”

“The duck burger was delicious, and the duck sukiyaki and dumplings were also very tasty.”

“The food was the best bowl of anything ive every had(beef tendion curry udon bowl) it was so good.”

“The udon noodles tasted amazing, and were the most memorable of the ones I had in Japan.”

“The tempura platter was perfect for two people; the fried food here is amazing - the vegetables are sweet, and the meats are incredibly delicious!!”

“The prices are very reasonable. The recommend course of 1,500 is more than enough for 2 people.”

“Located a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this restaurant is perfect for lunch.”

“The buchimgae was absolutely delicious. It might be the best buchimgae I've ever eaten.”

“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.”

“The restaurant has a very homey atmosphere and serves delicious sushi at a great price.”

“The sushi is delicious, and the side dishes are great too.”

“The portions were large and reasonably priced, and it had the atmosphere of a local sushi restaurant.”

“The famous negitan (green onion tongue), thick-sliced tongue, Hirai beef, and Kameoka beef are the best!”

“The manager and the female staff are all friendly and I like them.”

“The parking lot is a little hard to get into from Gojo Street.”

“Of course, the chicken dishes are delicious, but the chicken bone ramen is worth trying.”

“The charcoal-grilled chicken is really delicious, as it's grilled over charcoal.”

“I ordered the charcoal grilled chicken set meal, which was delicious.”

“The fried shrimp is so delicious. The batter is thin and the meat is packed in. I recommend it.”

“The atmosphere was like a local Western restaurant, and the food was delicious and brought back memories.”

“The hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce is absolutely delicious and the taste has never changed.”

“The cost was amazing. The simmered mackerel was exquisitely cooked, and the various side dishes of sashimi were also delicious.”

“It takes a while for the food to come out, but the fish is delicious and the cost performance is great!”

“It feels a bit hectic as you're dining in a corner of a fish shop, but it's delicious.”

“The owner doesn't compromise on the food, so some dishes take a while to be prepared after ordering, but everything I ordered was great.”

“At the end of the stairs leading down to the basement, which lead to the store …”

“The interior of the basement is surprisingly clean and has a great atmosphere, which is hard to imagine from the outside.”

“It's a great little hole-in-the-wall place, super cheap and delicious. Picture menu offering many temptations. Highly recommend!”

“The best takoyaki we have ever tried. We tried lots of different dishes tonight and enjoyed them all.”

“This is a takoyaki place that I often go to. They have a wide variety of menu items in addition to takoyaki.”

“The Spanish mackerel saikyoyaki was very delicious. They also had an assortment of side dishes.”

“The only drawback is that there is a karaoke room on the upper floor, so there was a little sound leakage.”

“Located a little way off the main street of Gion, there were no foreigners around so I was able to dine in peace.”

“I've been going there since it was a food stall, but I haven't been there in a while. But it's still the best.”

“The atmosphere of waiting for the dumplings to be cooked at a food stall in winter is the best.”

“I was told it would take about 20 minutes without a reservation, so I killed time at the Konan next door.”

“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 meat dishes were delicious, but the fish dishes were not as fresh as I thought they should be.”

“The tuna yukke was amazing! Both the tuna and salmon were so fresh they melted in my mouth.”

“The salad was delicious, but there was a huge piece of trash (a piece of bag) in it.”

“It came with 12 skewers of kushikatsu, which ranged from meat to more unusual varieties, and was delicious.”

“The customers and staff were so loud it hurt my ears. Even when people were talking at the table, I couldn't hear them.”

“Also, the female staff were incredibly unfriendly. They didn't even say thank you after I paid, so I'm not going there again.”

“The mizore chicken cutlet was delicious. The grated daikon radish was served with a sauce that had just the right amount of sweetness.”

“It comes with a generous salad, miso soup, and rice. It's perfect for a solo female lunch.”

“The minced meat cutlet was delicious. I ate all of the salad, too.”

“Right in the heart of Gion, this dish is great value for just 2,200 yen, and the food is delicious, so I'll definitely be back.”

“I was able to enjoy conversation in a private room, they accommodated my dislike of chicken and the food was delicious, and the medicinal soup was very warming.”

“Everything was delicious, but I personally loved the "Chicken in sweet and sour sauce with Zhenjiang black vinegar," with its subtle acidity and not too much vinegar.”

“The chicken rice was also flavored with a strong dashi broth, so it was smooth and delicious.”

“The chicken rice served with homemade broth was delicious and I'd definitely like to go again.”

“It's a little ways down an alley, so it might be a little hard to find if you just want to drop in, but I personally highly recommend this restaurant.”

“Conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Saiin Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, this restaurant offers excellent access.”

“The combination of charcoal-grilled yakitori (dollar-style yakitori) and 50-yen skewers of chicken skin was perfect.”

“I was impressed by the outstanding prices for skewers and draft beer.”

“And the food was really delicious one of the best miso soup I have ever tasted !”

“It's packed with vegetables. It's a mild-tasting pork bone soy sauce ramen that's perfect for ramen lovers who eat a lot of ramen, and even for kids.”

“They have a wide selection of dishes and the homemade side dishes are delicious.”

“It was incredibly delicious! I've never really found the takoyaki I've eaten in restaurants to be that tasty, but the takoyaki here tasted just like home-cooked takoyaki.”

“6 takoyaki for 360 yen Just average takoyaki It's nice that you can choose from 4 pieces.”

“It's affordable, convenient, and delicious, but the staff never seem to listen.”