🍜 Kyoto Dining Directory

Kyoto's food scene highlights delicate flavors, historic techniques, and deep cultural roots.

Sushi: A must-visit is Izuju Sushi in Gion, an establishment over a century old that specializes in traditional Kyoto-style mackerel sushi (sabazushi).

Ramen: Kombu to Men Kiichi serves a unique, Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded ramen with a shimmering umami broth coaxed entirely from premium kelp, using zero meat or soy sauce.

Takoyaki: Miyako Takoyaki crafts a completely gluten-free version using rice flour , while Pontakosakura serves unique variations like double cheese and pairs their octopus balls with wine.

Budget range	Venue	Type	Why go	Best for
< £26	Chojiro (Avanti)	🍣	Accessible, high-quality conveyor-belt sushi located conveniently near Kyoto Station.	Quick stop • Easy-going
< £26	Kanazawa Maimon Sushi	🍣	Excellent budget sushi value near Kyoto Station, minimizing transit.	Foodies
< £26	Tai Sushi	🍣	A delightful, affordable local sushi joint.	Easy-going • Foodies
< £26	Kombu to Men Kiichi	🍜	Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Features a rare, shimmering broth made entirely from premium Rishiri and Rausu kelp, with zero meat or soy sauce tare. A masterclass in pure umami.	Foodies
< £26	Tentenyu (Shijo-Karasuma)	🍜	Incredible chicken-broth ramen located downtown.	Foodies
< £26	Ramen Muraji	🍜	A surprisingly good, relaxing downtown ramen spot.	Relaxation • Foodies
< £26	Inoichi	🍜	A wonderful 10-seat ramen joint serving deeply flavorful bowls.	Foodies
< £26	Miyako Takoyaki (Gion)	🐙	A unique establishment utilizing zero wheat flour, crafting gluten-free takoyaki from rice flour and brown rice, resulting in a crispy exterior and chewy interior.	Foodies
< £26	Pontakosakura	🐙	Serves unique double cheese and dashi octopus variants. Distinctively offers wine pairings with takoyaki in an elevated setting.	Foodies
< £26	Takomasu Takoyaki	🐙	Convenient downtown location serving takoyaki with a delicate dashi soup stock, featuring rare outdoor seating.	Quick stop
£26 - £78	Izuju Sushi	🍣	Established over a century ago, specializing in Kyoto-style sabazushi (mackerel) and inarizushi. Offers an unparalleled taste of historical Kyoto cuisine.	Foodies
£26 - £78	Den Shichi Sushi	🍣	Approachable, classic sushi bar atmosphere located in Central Kyoto.	Foodies
£26 - £78	Sushisei	🍣	A comfortable, foreigner-friendly sushi spot right downtown.	Easy-going • Foodies
£26 - £78	Azuma Sushi	🍣	Unpretentious, delicious neighborhood sushi in Higashiyama.	Easy-going • Foodies
£26 - £78	Mamaya	[Other - Japanese]	An intimate, family-owned restaurant hidden in a Gion alley serving high-quality, affordable dishes.	Foodies
> £78	Kyoto Sushi Motoki / Gion Sato Sushi	🍣	Exclusive, high-end venues offering private rooms for an elegant, highly personalized dining experience.	Couples • Foodies
> £78	Sushi Kappo Nakaichi	🍣	An exquisite, high-end sushi dining experience.	Foodies
> £78	Ryu No Hige	[Other - Multi-course]	Offers beautiful, multi-course romantic dinners.	Couples • Foodies