Update-date: Jun 04 2024
Kyoto, often associated with an elegant and delicate Japanese image, actually ranks among the top in the nation for beef consumption. Surprisingly, it is a region with a wide variety of meat cuisine restaurants. Here, we introduce some recommended spots frequented by Kyoto's beef lovers. After enjoying your Kyoto sightseeing, satisfy your hunger with a sizzling wagyu steak!
Meet & Meets
A steak restaurant that grills wagyu on a lava stone plate from Mount Fuji
The Meet & Meets, located a 3-minute walk from Fushimi Inari Station, is a dining establishment where you can enjoy Wagyu steak grilled on a Mount Fuji lava stone plate. The classic 'Kuroge Wagyu Sirloin' is carefully cut to provide a perfect balance of fat and lean meat flavors. The rare 'Kuroge Wagyu Rump', of which only about 3 kilograms can be obtained from a single cow, offers a light yet robust meat flavor.
The spacious interior with 50 seats is designed with a dining hall concept. It offers a homey atmosphere where people of all ages, from children to the elderly, can relax. There is also a raised tatami seating area, perfect for families and groups of friends to unwind comfortably. This is a place where you can enjoy delicious Wagyu beef while having lively conversations and spending enjoyable time.
Meet & Meets
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Walking distance from Fushimi-inari Station
Address: 1F, Pearl Heights Inari, 41, Fukakusa Ichinotsubo-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: Walking distance from Fushimi-inari Station
Address: 1F, Pearl Heights Inari, 41, Fukakusa Ichinotsubo-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Kitano Tenmangu Meat and Garden Matsuwo
Enjoy gourmet food and fine wine while admiring the beautiful garden in every season
Located an 8-minute walk from Kitano-Hakubaicho Station and near Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, Kitano Tenmangu Niku to Niwa Matsuwo is a restaurant where you can enjoy creative dishes made with Kyoto ingredients. The signature menu item, 'Wagyu Steak Ju Set,' uses domestic black-haired wagyu beef. You can also enjoy Kyoto pickles, Kyoto-style beef tendon stew, and vanilla ice cream blended with raw yatsuhashi. Savor these dishes along with Kyoto's local sake.
The shop is located in Kamishichiken, the oldest entertainment district in Kyoto. Nestled quietly in a narrow alley, it is an area that retains a charming and nostalgic atmosphere. The interior of the shop exudes a sophisticated ambiance, promising a special experience. From the counter seats, you can fully enjoy the seasonal changes in the garden's scenery. You can spend a luxurious time while appreciating the cooking process and the beauty of the garden.
Kitano Tenmangu Niku to Niwa MATSUO
Open: [Monday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / [Friday-Sunday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk east from the Kitano Tenmangu Shrine / Head north on Higashi-Imakoji street, and you'll find the restaurant
Address: 744-15, Higashi Imakoji-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk east from the Kitano Tenmangu Shrine / Head north on Higashi-Imakoji street, and you'll find the restaurant
Address: 744-15, Higashi Imakoji-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
gion kankan de ri rei
Enjoy the fusion of Japanese and teppanyaki, and Korean cuisine in the charming Gion
gion Shijo Station is a 6-minute walk from gion kankan deri Rei, a restaurant where you can enjoy dishes that fuse Japanese, teppanyaki, and Korean cuisine. The ingredients are carefully selected from Kyoto, including Kyoto pork, Tanba chicken, and Kyoto vegetables. Courses such as 'Wagyu steak and sake pairing' and 'Ochoko bowl and Wagyu sukiyaki with sake set' are available, allowing you to fully enjoy meat and local Kyoto sake.
Located near the famous photo spot, Tatsumi Bridge, the exterior of the shop facing the atmospheric cobblestone street of Shinbashi-dori is a Kyoto townhouse, while the interior is inspired by the ancient Korean capital, Gyeongju. The first floor features counter and table seating, while the second floor offers completely private rooms. Enjoy the dishes prepared by a head chef with over 30 years of experience in Japanese cuisine in a luxurious space unique to Gion.
Gion Kankanderi Rei
Open: [Monday-Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / [Monday-Saturday] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 11-minute walk from Exit 1A of Kyoto-kawaramachi Station on Hankyu Kyoto Main Line / 6-minute walk form Exit 9 of Gion-shijo Station on Keihan Main Lin
Address: 1-2F, Nikoto Bldg., 2-391, Hashimoto-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 11-minute walk from Exit 1A of Kyoto-kawaramachi Station on Hankyu Kyoto Main Line / 6-minute walk form Exit 9 of Gion-shijo Station on Keihan Main Lin
Address: 1-2F, Nikoto Bldg., 2-391, Hashimoto-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Higashiyama Garden
A restaurant overlooking a beautiful garden designed by a landscape artist
Higashiyama Garden, where you can enjoy French-Italian courses, is a 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station and is located near Kiyomizu Temple. You can enjoy dishes made with carefully selected domestic ingredients, including Kyoto-grown vegetables from Kamigamo and fresh seafood from nearby seas. The meat dishes, which you can choose from the course menu, are also sourced from domestic producers and can be enjoyed roasted or grilled.
As you climb Shimizu-zaka from the Shimizu-do intersection, you will find a Western-style building incorporating Japanese design elements. Upon entering, a beautiful garden crafted by a landscape artist unfolds before you. Enjoy your meal while gazing at the garden from inside the establishment. The seasonal beauty of the garden and the dishes brimming with seasonal flavors are sure to create an exquisite experience.
Higashiyama Garden
Open: [Wednesday-Sunday] Dinner from 4:00 pm (L.O. 7:30 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 20 minutes from JR Kyoto Station City Bus Terminal on Route D-1 #100 or Route D-2 #206 / 5 minutes walk from Kiyomizu-michi stop
Address: 4-166, Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
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Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY
Access: 20 minutes from JR Kyoto Station City Bus Terminal on Route D-1 #100 or Route D-2 #206 / 5 minutes walk from Kiyomizu-michi stop
Address: 4-166, Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
GRIDDLEFORCE Indulgence
Teppanyaki woven with high-quality materials, vivid to the eye
GRIDDLEFORCE Itsuraku, located a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station, is a teppanyaki restaurant that prides itself on its carefully selected ingredients. The main meats are primarily sourced from Kyoto, and the vegetables are procured daily from the central wholesale market, focusing on seasonal produce. The presentation is also meticulously crafted, with each vibrant dish resembling a work of art. The wine selection includes 30-40 varieties of red and white wines at all times. The restaurant also functions as a bar.
As you enter through the grand entrance, a cozy space unfolds before you. The wide counter seats are perfect for casually enjoying teppanyaki with friends or a partner. The private rooms, which have their own dedicated entrance, are recommended for those who value privacy. Be sure to check out the lunch-exclusive 'Selected Beef Filet Steak Course' (for 3-6 people) that guarantees a private room.
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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