Ranking
The best places to eat in Kyoto
An editorial ranking: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.
Places ranked: 188
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Gion Karoku: Refined Wagyu Yakiniku in a Kyoto House
Kyoto · Casual Dining
Experience high-end yakiniku in a century-old Kyoto house in Gion. Gion Karoku (祇園 鹿六) is known for its multi-cut A4/A5 wagyu tastings, attentive tableside service, and unique dessert course in a separate tea room.
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154
Sabou Hanbee: A Kyoto specialist in fu and yuba
Kyoto · Dessert Shop
Explore the craft of fresh wheat gluten (fu) and tofu skin (yuba) at this specialist restaurant in Higashiyama, Kyoto. Sabou Hanbee serves a single, elegant set lunch in a renovated Meiji-era house with a garden view.
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156
Spring Valley Brewery Kyoto: Craft Beer in a Classic Machiya
Kyoto · Bar
An on-site brewery in a century-old Kyoto townhouse in the Nakagyo ward. Go for the fresh, location-exclusive beers and a menu of dishes designed for beer pairing, from beer-yeast karaage to fish and chips.
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157
Arabica Kyoto Arashiyama: Specialty Coffee by the River
Kyoto · Specialty Coffee
A minimalist coffee stand in Arashiyama, right by the Togetsukyo Bridge. This is the flagship of the % ARABICA brand, famous for expertly made lattes designed for takeaway to enjoy along the banks of the Katsura River.
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% ARABICA Kyoto Higashiyama Higashiyama: Specialty Coffee in Higashiyama
Kyoto · Specialty Coffee
A specialty coffee shop in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, famous for its view of the Yasaka Pagoda. Visitors come for its signature 'Kyoto latte' and minimalist design, making it a prime photo spot.
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159
El Tesoro: Kyoto Cocktails and Homemade Cakes
Kyoto · Bar
An intimate cocktail bar in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, where the owner pairs expertly crafted seasonal fruit cocktails with a choice of his own house-baked cakes. It's a local favourite for its unique ritual of cocktails and dessert.
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161
Aitsu no Ramen Kataguruma Honten: Rich, foamy pork-seafood ramen
Kyoto · Casual Dining
A highly-rated ramen shop in Kyoto's Shimogyo ward, known for its unique, creamy pork and seafood broth. Visitors queue for the intense flavour, chewy homemade noodles, and a strictly enforced silent-dining experience.
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162
Kobushi Ramen: Creative Duck and Fish Broth Ramen
Kyoto · Casual Dining
In Kyoto, near Umekoji Kyoto-Nishi Station, Kobushi Ramen serves highly creative bowls built on a signature broth of Kyoto duck and nodoguro dried fish, often finished with a theatrical tableside yuzu mist.
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164
Takagi Coffee Ten Takatsuji honten: Classic Kyoto Kissaten
Kyoto · Coffee Shop
A classic Kyoto kissaten (coffee house) in the Shimogyo ward, known for its hearty 'Rich Morning' breakfast sets and a signature handmade rum pudding. It's a popular spot for an early, traditional Japanese breakfast.
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173
Nominokoji Yamagishi: Elevated Counter Izakaya
Kyoto · Izakaya
A stylish counter izakaya in Kyoto's Nakagyo ward from the acclaimed Yamagishi group. Go for the lively atmosphere and high-quality seasonal dishes, starting with a fixed set and adding from an extensive à la carte menu.
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174
Honkaku Teuchi-Udon Taiga: Acclaimed Kyoto-style Udon
Kyoto · Casual Dining
In Kyoto's Fushimi ward, this celebrated shop serves handmade udon known for its soft, springy texture. It's a top choice for udon lovers seeking high-quality noodles and an impressive seasonal tempura selection, but be prepared for long queues.
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175
Unagiya Hirokawa: Classic Kanto-style Eel
Kyoto · Fine Dining
A renowned unagi specialist in Kyoto's Arashiyama district, serving Kanto-style steamed-and-grilled eel. Known for its exceptionally fluffy texture, it's a popular splurge for a classic unagi meal, but reservations are essential.
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