Tabelog ratingUnder the supervision of renowned French chef Dominique Bouchet, this restaurant inside The Westin Miyako Kyoto offers a refined take on teppanyaki. The concept marries French culinary techniques with prime Japanese ingredients, all prepared before your eyes. Guests are seated at semi-private counter booths, offering both an intimate experience and a view of the city, making it a popular choice for anniversaries and special occasions.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the ingredients and the interactive service. The wagyu beef, available as fillet or sirloin, is a highlight, as is the live seafood like abalone and Ise-ebi (spiny lobster), often prepared with a dramatic flambé. The meal typically concludes with a signature garlic rice, and some guests single out an optional Ise-ebi ramen as a surprisingly excellent finale. The French-style desserts and well-considered wine pairings also receive frequent commendations.
Criticism is rare. A few diners have noted that the English-language ability of the staff can vary, though some chefs are fluent. Others found the fattier cuts of Kobe beef to be exceptionally rich. Overall, however, the experience is judged to be worth the price for a special event.
Lunch courses are typically around ¥8,000–¥10,000, while dinner courses range from about ¥17,000 to ¥30,000. Reviewers in 2024–2026 reported paying approximately ¥17,800 for the 'Bruine' course and ¥29,100 for the 'Éclat' course. Note that supplements like garlic rice (around ¥1,300) or adding abalone or lobster (around ¥5,000 each) will increase the final bill.
- Location: Inside The Westin Miyako Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Keage Station on the subway Tozai Line. A free hotel shuttle bus also runs from Kyoto Station.
- Reservations: Reservations are recommended for dinner and essential for lunch (must be booked by 20:00 the previous day).
- Dress Code: A jacket is recommended for male customers.
- Children: Children of all ages are welcome, and a kids' menu is available.
- Payment: Major credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners, UnionPay), electronic money (Suica, etc.), and QR code payments (PayPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay) are accepted. A 15% service charge is added to the bill.
- Language: English service may be limited. If you require an English-speaking chef or staff, it is best to mention this when booking.
- Seating: The restaurant has 26 counter seats arranged in semi-private booths. There are no private rooms.
- Parking: Available at the hotel.
