Tabelog ratingJumelles 29 (ジュメルニジュウク) is a bustling Kyoto bistro that blends French techniques with Japanese ingredients, earning a loyal following for its playful plating and expert use of smoke and char. The kitchen is particularly celebrated for two signature dishes that appear in countless reviews: a rich, concentrated sea urchin ('uni') pudding served with garlic toast, and a combination of smoked mackerel and potato salad.
Guests consistently praise these signatures alongside other creative plates like grilled Ozaki beef, foie gras terrine, and inventive pastas and risottos. Reviewers frequently note the generous portion sizes and vivid, artful presentation. The wine list is also considered a strong point. A typical dinner for two costs around ¥10,000–¥11,000. Recent diners paid approximately ¥1,050 for the smoked mackerel salad and ¥2,550 for a truffle cream risotto.
While the food receives high marks, some diners find the service brisk and the room, especially the second floor, can be noisy. A small number of reviews mention serious issues like service errors or off seafood, though these appear to be rare exceptions. Overall, most visitors find Jumelles 29 offers excellent value for its high-quality cooking and ingredients, though the bill can climb if you order several premium dishes and wines.
- Reservations: Booking is strongly recommended. The restaurant is often full, even on weekdays, so walking in without a reservation is risky.
- Getting There: The bistro is a 4-minute walk from Kawaramachi Station and a 5-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line.
- Payment: Major credit cards (VISA, Master, JCB, AMEX, Diners), electronic money (QUICPay), and QR code payments (PayPay) are accepted.
- Service Charge: A service charge of ¥500 per person applies.
- Seating: There are 24 seats, including counter seating. The atmosphere is lively and can be loud, making it unsuitable for a quiet dinner.
- Children: Children are welcome.
- Smoking & Parking: The entire restaurant is non-smoking. There is no dedicated parking, but paid parking lots are available nearby.
