Update-date: Sep 12 2024
If you've made it to Kyoto, many of you might want to enjoy a dinner that embodies the true Kyoto experience. We recommend restaurants that use carefully selected Kyoto ingredients such as Kyoto vegetables, local sake, and seasonings. It's satisfying for both the stomach and the heart, and the fact that it's under 10,000 yen is also a delightful point. Please enjoy a dinner that will become a memorable part of your Kyoto journey.
AWOMB Nishikiyamachi
Seasonal obanzai and a new style of hand-rolled sushi served in a Kyoto townhouse
Located just a 5-minute walk from Shijo-Kawaramachi Station, AWOMB Nishikiyamachi is a restaurant where one can experience a new style of hand-rolled sushi called "Teori Sushi Yō." Guests can enjoy wrapping about 50 types of ingredients including seasonal vegetables, herbs, and fruits at their leisure. The sushi rice is made with Tamba-produced Koshihikari rice and vinegar from Kyoto's long-established manufacturer, "Chidori Vinegar." The white miso used in the obanzai and sweets, characterized by its gentle sweetness, is rich in rice koji. It's a restaurant where one can savor the flavors of Kyoto's local ingredients.
The restaurant quietly stands along Nishikiyamachi Street. The interior, a renovated Kyoto townhouse over 80 years old, blends classic and modern elements. Guests can enjoy dishes committed to local production and consumption in an atmosphere that retains the charm of a Kyoto townhouse. From local sake and craft beers to cocktails made with Kyoto vinegar, the drinks also offer a taste of Kyoto.
AWOMB Nishikiyamachi
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm (L.O. 6:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line / 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line
Address: 405, Namba-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Kiyomizu Gojo Station on the Keihan Main Line / 10-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station on the Keihan Main Line
Address: 405, Namba-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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THE TASTE
Enjoy bistro cuisine based on unique Kyoto flavors
The modern bistro THE TASTE is located just a 4-minute walk from Gojo Station. Guests can enjoy dishes made with fresh ingredients unique to Kyoto. The live pasta dish featuring Kyoto vegetables, "Kujo leek and Manganji pepper aglio e olio with black shichimi and yuzu," offers a simple yet profound flavor. Dishes like "Kyoto pork and Tamba shimeji tagliatelle" and "Grilled Kyoto Tamba red chicken with green pepper sauce" are also must-try meat dishes that showcase the unique offerings of Kyoto.
Located on the first floor of the hotel, the restaurant boasts a stylishness reminiscent of a prime New York location. The spacious area offers a cozy comfort that makes one forget the time. Why not spend a luxurious moment enjoying wine tasting or a wine buffet? The restaurant also serves as a cafe, where one can savor the delicate craftsmanship of the patissier with the "Patissier's Special Seasonal Afternoon Tea" highly recommended.
THE TASTE
Open: Breakfast 7:00 am - 12:00 pm (L.O. 11:30 am) / Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm / Cafe 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm / Dinner and Bar 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: From Gojo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, take Exit 2 and head north. It is located just past Manjuji Street.
Address: 1F, 409, Gojokarasuma-cho, Shimogyo-ku, kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: From Gojo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line, take Exit 2 and head north. It is located just past Manjuji Street.
Address: 1F, 409, Gojokarasuma-cho, Shimogyo-ku, kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Common Well
Enjoy the harmony of six types of Kyoto vegetables and Omi beef
Located just a 6-minute walk from Karasuma Station, Common Well is a cafe diner where one can enjoy authentic handmade dishes at reasonable prices. The recommended dish is the "Rokkaku Burger," which features a patty made from 100% Omi beef and is topped with six types of Kyoto vegetables. Once you take a bite, the deliciousness of the Omi beef and Kyoto vegetables spreads throughout your mouth. Enjoy it with a selection of Australian wines and specialty coffee.
The restaurant is located on the 1F of the hotel, offering excellent convenience. It operates from morning till evening, making it versatile for breakfast, lunch, cafe time, and dinner. It is popular among tourists visiting Japan and families, showing a lively atmosphere. The interior is bright and open, creating a relaxing ambiance. There is also a terrace seating available, making it recommended to spend time outdoors on a sunny day.
Common Well
Open: Morning 7:00 am - 11:30 am (L.O. 10:30 am) / Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Cafe 7:00 am - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 20 of Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, 9-minutes walk from Exit 5 of Kyoto Kawaramachi Station
Address: 393, Kabutoya-cho, Rokkakusagaru, Sakaimachidori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 20 of Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line, 9-minutes walk from Exit 5 of Kyoto Kawaramachi Station
Address: 393, Kabutoya-cho, Rokkakusagaru, Sakaimachidori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Kyoto Italian Restaurant Oshokuya Kappa
A stylish restaurant certified by the Vegetable Sommelier Association
Kyoto Italian Oshokuya Kappa, the only restaurant in Kyoto certified by the Vegetable Sommelier Association, is located just a 3-minute walk from Shijo Station. Guests can enjoy various course meals woven with ingredients sourced from local farmers in Kyoto City's Mononobe area, organic vegetables from Kameoka, and seafood from Sukumo City in Kochi Prefecture. During lunchtime, they also offer reasonably priced menus such as the "Daily Special Plate".
The interior of the restaurant features items carefully selected by the owner. Medieval European antique sofas, charmingly designed lights, and brick-style walls create a chic atmosphere. Guests can relax in a warm ambiance. The counter seats are recommended for individuals or couples, where they can enjoy a delightful time sipping on fine wines and cocktails.
Kyoto Italian Oshokuya Kappa
Open: Lunch 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) Drinks L.O. 9:30 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Go east on Bukkoji-dori from Exit 5 of Shijo Station / 3-minute walk from Exit 15 of Hankyu Karasuma Station
Address: 2F, Mizuki Bldg., 352, Bukkouji Nishimachi, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 7,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,500 JPY
Access: Go east on Bukkoji-dori from Exit 5 of Shijo Station / 3-minute walk from Exit 15 of Hankyu Karasuma Station
Address: 2F, Mizuki Bldg., 352, Bukkouji Nishimachi, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Torisewa Shijo-Kiyamachi Restaurant
Toast with dishes made from fresh branded chicken and local Fushimi sake
Located just a 2-minute walk from Kyoto Kawaramachi Station, Torisewe Shijo-Kiyamachi restaurant has a history of over 50 years as a yakitori restaurant. Guests can enjoy "yakitori" made with a secret sauce that has been passed down since its founding. The spicy "oyadoriyaki" is also recommended. Both dishes use fresh, branded chicken to maximize the natural flavors of the ingredients. Complementing these chicken dishes is the local sake delivered from Fushimi's breweries, with the "Nama no Genshu" being particularly recommended.
The restaurant is located one block north of Shijo Street, between Kawaramachi Street and Nishikiyamachi Street. The interior is designed to resemble a sake brewery, creating a calm and modern atmosphere. On the 1F, there are 8 counter seats where guests can enjoy the live experience of yakitori being grilled. The 2F features semi-private rooms, and it is possible to discuss exclusive reservations over the phone. It is a restaurant where guests can indulge in branded chicken and local sake, all wrapped in a Japanese ambiance.
Torisei Shijo Kiyamachi Branch
Open: [Weekdays] 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O 10:30 pm) [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 11:30 am - 11:00 pm (L.O 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 4 minutes walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Hankyu Main Line, 2 minutes walk from Kyoto-kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line
Address: Higashi-iru, Hitosujime, Shijo-agaru, Kawaramachi-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY
Access: 4 minutes walk from Gion-Shijo Station on the Hankyu Main Line, 2 minutes walk from Kyoto-kawaramachi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line
Address: Higashi-iru, Hitosujime, Shijo-agaru, Kawaramachi-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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