Tabelog ratingKiyoki (清喜) is a stage for fire, vegetables, and exceptionally rare beef. The entire restaurant is a single U-shaped counter surrounding a central grill, where the chef works with Kinoshita beef (木下牛), a phantom brand so scarce it rarely leaves its home prefecture. This focus on top-tier ingredients, prepared with precision in a theatrical setting, has earned it a place among the region's top steak restaurants.
Guests consistently praise the quality of the beef, which can be ordered in various preparations from tartare and kushikatsu to a simple, perfectly cooked steak chosen by cut and weight. The chef's flawless control over the charcoal heat is a frequent highlight, as are the supporting acts: seasonal vegetables like grilled lotus root (焼レンコン) and shiitake mushrooms, each prepared to bring out its intense, natural flavour. The thoughtful wine selection and the sommelier's helpful pairings are also widely commended by reviewers.
Diners should note that portions for the small plates are, as the name suggests, small; a satisfying meal typically requires several dishes plus a main steak. This makes Kiyoki a pricey option by local standards. While the experience is consistently lauded as high-quality, a few guests found it more straightforward than flashy.
Reviewers in 2024–2025 reported dinner costs typically falling between ¥10,000 and ¥14,999 per person. Specific examples include a course menu at ¥13,500 and a dinner for two totalling around ¥35,000. For lovers of fine red meat, Kiyoki is considered excellent value for a special occasion.
- Booking: Reservations are highly recommended due to the limited seating. Advance bookings can be made online, while same-day reservations can be made by phone or social media from 1:00 PM daily.
- Seating: The restaurant has just 12 counter seats.
- Getting There: Kiyoki is an 8-minute walk from Yakuin Station, located on the first floor of the BRAMASOLE hirao apartment building.
- Payment: Major credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners), electronic money (transportation IC cards, iD, QUICPay), and QR code payments (PayPay) are accepted.
- Service Charge: A service charge of ¥660 per person applies.
- Dress Code: There is no dress code.
- Smoking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking.
- Parking: No parking is available.
