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Hidden gems: restaurants in Kyoto
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Kyoto. Ratings are based from 13978 places in Kyoto
Tajimaya Aeon Mall Kyoto
1 Nishikujo Toriiguchicho, Minami-ku 4F Aeon Mall Kyoto 601-8417
"A great mall that is walking distance from Kyoto station. Items are well priced and if you are lucky, can find some really good bargains at Zara and ABC Mart. Also worth visiting the supermarket on th..."
Chao Chao Sanjo Kiyamachi
117 Ishiyacho, Kiya-Machi Sanjo Kudaru 604-8002
"Great gyoza, easy to read English menu, everything prepared super fresh, literally making dumplings in front of you as you eat. When you arrive there's a clipboard on a stand out the front near the m..."
Ramen Sen no Kaze Kyoto
580 Nakanomachi, Shinkyogoku Shijodori Agaru 604-8042
"Best Ramen I've ever had!We got in just on time for last orders. Ramen was unreal. Had the dumplings on the side, also top notch."
Hafuu Honten
471-1 Sasayacho, Nakagyo-ku 604-0983
"I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Tucked away in a quiet back street but well worth seeking out. We ordered the Wagyu fillet steak and were blown away but the exceptional quantity of the food..."
Kyoto Takabashi Honke Daiichi Asahi
845 Higashishiokoji Mukaihatacho, Shimogyo-ku 600-8213
"A large bowl of noodles. Pork are soft and good taste! The noodles are very Q with flavor of wheat. Very delicious! The soup is full of flavor, rich and tasty but i would say a little bit too salty fo..."
Goichi Pizza
498 Tsuzurayacho Shimogyo-ku 600-8085
"Excellent pizza in authentic wood fired oven! Fresh pasta and salads. Super friendly staff. Kid friendly. Definite recommendation while in Kyoto with children 12 and under."
Demachi Futaba
236 Seiryucho, Kamigyo-ku 602-0822
"Best Mochi ever. Once you try this mochi, others will be ordinary. The beans on the surface is chewy."
Kikyo Sushi
43 Daimonjicho, Aburakojidori Marutamachi-Sagaru, Nakagyo-ku 604-0071
"not in the centre of the crowd but the food is incredibly good, fresh and not pretentious at all. but do not expect so much in the menu except a typical sushi bar. good materials alive abalone is amon..."
Nikubaru Ginjiro Pontocho
168-2 Kashiwayacho Pontocho Kaikan 1F 604-8014
"This place is awesome! The staff are super friendly and good in english. The food was amazing as well! I will definitely return and visit this bar next time when I´m in Kyoto!"
Chao Chao Gyoza Shijo Kawaramachi
312-1 Jumpucho Kawaramachidori Shijo Sagaru 600-8021
"An evening of 2 weeks ago I was walking with my brother coming back to our hotel when we passed in front of this restaurant. The local was full, and people was waiting to sit. As this restaurant is sp..."
Beer Komachi
444 Hachikencho, Higashiyama-ku 605-0027
"The restaurant my wife and I kept coming back to. The vibe had a nice balance of locals and travelers which gave it a welcoming/friendly vibe. The beer selection was excellent. They really strive to g..."
Sobanomi Yoshimura
Matsuyacho, Shimogyoku 600-8105
"There are tons of soba shops in Kyoto. This place had a high rating in tabelog while really close to my hotel. Hence the choice. Although damn, I was really blown away. The soba was really smooth. The..."
Meat Kappo Bar Gyugyu Gion Honten
297-1 Gionmachi Kitagawa 605-0073
"120gr Kobe beef rice bowl (9900yen) was amazing. They char the exterior of the beef and made it especially strong tasting.The fatty sliced beef rice bowl (1500yen) was also amazing. Tender & very butt..."
Gion Tanto
372 Kiyomotocho, Higashiyama-ku 605-0084
"I have had Okonomiyaki in a couple of places but this was by far the best! The place had a magical atmosphere especially as you sit on the floor to eat and you can see them cooking the food whilst you..."
Agotsuyu Shabu Shabu Yamafuku
187 Zaimokucho NakaGyo-Ku 604-8017
"Really nice Shabu Shabu restaurant. The dishes were delicate and prepared with fine ingredients. Together with a beer or two is heaven on Earth. English speaking waitress and waiter, also English menu..."