Update-date: Dec 14 2024
Shijo Karasuma is a bustling area where Hankyu Railway and the municipal subway intersect, lined with office buildings. It is home to many delicious restaurants that office workers frequent for lunch or after work drinks. Here, we introduce a restaurant where one can enjoy wine and cuisine. Why not visit to seek out tonight's drink?
1. Common Well
A luxurious moment enjoying a rich selection of Austrian wines.
Located a 6-minute walk from Karasuma Station, this café diner offers a wide selection of Austrian wines. Guests can enjoy authentic dishes made by the chef at reasonable prices to accompany their wine. The 'Rokkaku Burger,' named after its location, features a harmony of 100% Omi beef and six types of Kyoto vegetables. The 'Australian Long Grain Steak,' which is low in fat, is also recommended.
The restaurant is located on the 1st floor of Hotel Rings. The casual and stylish interior creates an open atmosphere. It is easy to enter even for one person, allowing for a relaxing time. It is recommended for various occasions such as family outings and dates. On sunny days, how about sitting on the terrace? You can enjoy a healing moment while savoring wine and dishes.
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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2. Creative Cuisine[ROPPAKUYA KADO]
Enjoy Kyoto vegetables and Omi beef in a restaurant with a different atmosphere on each floor.
The creative cuisine restaurant [ROPPAKUYA KADO], which uses carefully selected ingredients such as Kyoto vegetables from Kamigamo and Omi beef, is a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station. Guests can enjoy exquisite dishes that highlight the natural flavors of the ingredients, crafted by chefs who honed their skills at the main restaurant [Rokuhakuya]. The daily menu is also abundant, allowing visitors to encounter new flavors with each visit. A selection of wines that pair well with each dish is available, so why not find your favorite glass?
The restaurant has three floors, each with a different atmosphere. The first floor features counter seats that are easy to visit even for solo diners. The second floor offers spacious table seating, which can be reserved for up to 22 people. The third floor consists of private rooms with horigotatsu seating. The small private room accommodates 2 to 3 people, while the larger room can host 7 to 9 people, making it ideal for gatherings with friends or girls' nights out. It is recommended to make reservations for the private rooms in advance.
Roppakuya KADO
Open: Normal hours: 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (last order 11:30 pm)
Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: A 5-minute walk from Exit 26 of Hankyu Karasuma Station. Turn right at the crossing by the Sumitomo Life Kyoto Building and go straight; it will be on your left.
Address: 453 - 1 Muromachi Shinmachi no Aida Shijo Agaru Kannondo-cho , Chukyo-ku,Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Sundays
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: A 5-minute walk from Exit 26 of Hankyu Karasuma Station. Turn right at the crossing by the Sumitomo Life Kyoto Building and go straight; it will be on your left.
Address: 453 - 1 Muromachi Shinmachi no Aida Shijo Agaru Kannondo-cho , Chukyo-ku,Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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3. Italian[Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar]
Authentic Italian cuisine fused with Kyoto ingredients
Located in the Ace Hotel Kyoto, Mr. Maurice’s Italian & Rooftop Bar offers authentic Italian cuisine made with high-quality ingredients sourced from Kyoto. The culinary supervision is handled by the world-renowned chef Mark Vetri. The popular dish, "Wagyu Beef Tagliata," features a traditional recipe that enhances the meat's flavor and texture, further highlighting the elegant fat and deep umami of the Wagyu.
As the name of the restaurant suggests, the spacious rooftop terrace is one of its attractions, allowing guests to enjoy Italian cuisine in an open and airy space. The drink menu is also extensive, featuring not only wine but also over ten seasonal cocktails, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Guests are encouraged to enjoy a special dining experience that combines Kyoto's unique ingredients with authentic Italian cuisine.
Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) *Rooftop Bar is open until 11:00 pm on Friday, Saturday, and the Day Before National Holiday (L.O. Food 10:00 pm, Drink 10:30 pm), [Saturday, Sunday, National Holiday] Tea Times 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm (L.O. 5:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line and Tozai Line. It's located on the 3rd floor of Ace Hotel Kyoto.
Address: 3F, Ace Hotel Kyoto, 245-2, Kurumaya-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 5,500 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station on Kyoto Municipal Subway Karasuma Line and Tozai Line. It's located on the 3rd floor of Ace Hotel Kyoto.
Address: 3F, Ace Hotel Kyoto, 245-2, Kurumaya-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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4. Kyoto Cuisine x French Cuisine [Kyoto Fusion Le Confluent]
Enjoy innovative and beautiful 'Kyoto Fusion' in an extraordinary space.
Located within the hotel "Agora Kyoto Karasuma," the restaurant [Kyoto Fusion Restaurant Les Confluents] offers a concept of "intersecting various values to create new inspiration," providing a fusion of Kyoto cuisine and French culinary techniques known as "Kyoto Fusion." The innovative dishes stand out for their beauty, making it a delightful experience just to look at them.
The restaurant features a calm atmosphere based on 'Wa' (Japanese harmony), allowing guests to slowly savor exquisite cuisine. At the counter open kitchen, they can witness the chef's magnificent craftsmanship right before their eyes, eliciting gasps of admiration for each creation. Additionally, wine pairing is available, with options to choose from four or six varieties. This restaurant, where Kyoto and French cuisine intersect, offers a truly special culinary experience that one should not miss.
Kyoto Fusion Restaurant Les Confluents
Open: [Monday, Thursday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 25 of Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line and Shijo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway
Address: 701-1, Myodenji-cho, Shijo-Sagaru, Nishinotoin-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Exit 25 of Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line and Shijo Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway
Address: 701-1, Myodenji-cho, Shijo-Sagaru, Nishinotoin-dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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5. Teppanyaki [GRIDDLE FORCE Itaraku]
A teppanyaki restaurant where one can enjoy Kyoto-produced meat and wines from around the world.
Located just a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station, GRIDDLE FORCE Itsuraku is a teppanyaki restaurant that focuses on high-quality ingredients. The main meats are carefully selected, primarily sourced from Kyoto. Seasonal vegetables, procured daily from the central wholesale market, beautifully enhance the dishes. Plates such as 'Carpaccio' and 'Lamb Tenderloin', which emphasize presentation, are vibrant and enjoyable for both the eyes and the palate.
Upon entering through the imposing entrance, one finds a cozy and homey atmosphere. Guests can enjoy teppanyaki without any pretense. The private room with its own entrance is perfect for anniversaries and business meetings. It is also recommended to sip wine while watching the cooking process from the counter seats. The restaurant offers a selection of 30 to 40 types of wines from around the world, including sparkling, red, and white. It can also be used as a bar primarily focused on alcoholic beverages.
GRIDDLE FORCE Itsuraku
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 980 JPY
Access: A five-minute walk from neighboring stations.
Address: 298-2 Ichirensha-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 980 JPY
Access: A five-minute walk from neighboring stations.
Address: 298-2 Ichirensha-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto
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