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276 restaurants in Kyoto recognised by Gault&Millau, Michelin, We're Smart Green Guide and Wine Spectator. The ones most guides agree on come first.
3 guides · 400-3 Ohara Raikoincho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 601-1242, Japan
Discover la bûche, a Michelin-starred French restaurant in Kyoto's Ohara. Counter dining, interesting wine list, and refined cuisine in a serene setting.
3 guides · 32-3 Jodoji Ishibashicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8406, Japan
In Kyoto’s quiet Sakyo-ku, Sojiki Nakahigashi serves kaiseki rooted in gratitude for nature’s gifts. A Michelin two-star experience.
2 guides · 445-1 Sambongicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0871, Japan
Discover Bini, a Michelin-starred Italian restaurant in Kyoto where seasonal ingredients and warm hospitality create memorable meals.
2 guides · 44-7 Shogoin Entomicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8323, Japan
cenci in Kyoto earns a Michelin star for its refined Italian cuisine that highlights seasonal Japanese ingredients in a warm, intimate setting.
2 guides · 239 Kamihakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0943, Japan
DODICI in Kyoto offers refined Italian cuisine in a luxurious setting. Chef Hiroshi Omoto’s seasonal courses and exceptional wine pairings earned a Michelin star.
2 guides · 1-1 Izumoji Matsunoshitacho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8133, Japan
Experience refined Japanese cuisine at Doppo in Kyoto, a Michelin 1 Star restaurant with intimate counter dining and seasonal dishes.
2 guides · 49-1 Higashisakuracho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0858, Japan
Chef Nobuyuki Morinaga’s Droit bridges French culinary tradition and Japanese ingredients with precision and elegance. Michelin-starred dining in Kyoto.
2 guides · 2F, 172 Higashisakaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8217, Japan
Chef Shogo Amatani brings Piedmontese technique to Kyoto's seasonal ingredients. Michelin Recommended Italian in a calm counter-dining space near Kyoto Station.
2 guides · 570-192 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
A Michelin-recognized Japanese restaurant in Kyoto’s Gion district, offering intimate counter dining with refined cuisine.
2 guides · 570-171 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Experience refined Japanese kaiseki at Gion Maruyama, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Kyoto's historic Gion district.
2 guides · 570-265 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Discover Gion Owatari, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Kyoto offering refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate counter-dining setting.
2 guides · 566-27 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0811, Japan
Chef Hiroshi Sasaki’s intimate counter restaurant in Kyoto, where precision Japanese cuisine meets a spirit of shared joy. Michelin three-star.
2 guides · 2F, 127 Nishimachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0037, Japan
An intimate counter dining experience in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, recognized by Michelin for its refined Japanese cuisine.
2 guides · 183 Fudocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8215, Japan
Michelin-recommended Hirosawa serves seasonal omakase in a serene Kyoto machiya. Chef Masaya Hirosawa's signature char siu is unforgettable.
2 guides · 35 Nanzenji Kusagawacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8437, Japan
For over 400 years, Hyotei has served exquisite Japanese kaiseki cuisine in a historic tea house near Nanzenji Temple in Kyoto.
2 guides · 136 Kinuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0804, Japan
Discover Kiyama, a Michelin 1-star restaurant in Kyoto offering refined Japanese cuisine with a smart-casual dress code and seasonal lunch and dinner courses.
2 guides · 512 Washiocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0072, Japan
In the historic heart of Higashiyama, Kodaiji Wakuden serves Japanese kaiseki that mirrors the seasons, earning two Michelin stars for its refined, poetic cooking.
2 guides · 230 Nakaogawacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0053, Japan
Chef Ryuji Koga’s French omakase in Kyoto. A Michelin-starred restaurant where space, service, and cuisine become one.
2 guides · 287 Takoyakushicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0021, Japan
At KOKE in Kyoto, chef Yusaku Nakamura crafts a water-born hospitality, honoring nature and season in every dish.
2 guides · 396 Ishizumiincho, Higashiyama-ku
Chef Jacob Kear guides a sustainable, Kyoto-focused menu where Basque philosophy meets local agricultural calendars.
2 guides · 2F, OHG Kyoto Rokkaku Bldg, 234 Donomaecho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8134, Japan
Chef Hiroyuki Kozumo’s genreless cuisine in Kyoto, earning a Michelin star and Tabelog BRONZ. Seasonal ingredients, counter dining, and a pure-white philosophy.
2 guides · 143-2 Kameyacho, Takeyamachidori Muromachihigashiiru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0865, Japan
Discover Mirei in Kyoto, a Michelin 1-star restaurant offering refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate counter-dining setting.
2 guides · 613 Maruyamacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0071, Japan
At Mizai in Kyoto, Chef Ishihara’s tea kaiseki is served in a serene park setting. A Michelin three-star experience since 2026.
2 guides · 186 Tawarayacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0952, Japan
MOTOÏ in Kyoto offers a Michelin-Recommended French-Japanese dining experience rooted in the tea ceremony spirit of harmony between host and guest.
2 guides · 537-1 Komanocho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0872, Japan
A six-seat Kyoto restaurant where French technique meets Japanese seasonality, earning a Michelin star and a loyal following.
2 guides · 2F, 62 Okazaki Enshojicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8344, Japan
Chef Toshifumi Nakahigashi brings Italian training and Kyoto ingredients to life at ristorante DONO, earning a Michelin Green Star.
2 guides · 333-2 Nushiyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0843, Japan
Chef Ryo Kawashima’s Kyoto restaurant serves honest, seasonal Japanese cuisine in a serene counter-dining setting. Michelin Recommended 2026.
2 guides · 405 Nambacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8027, Japan
A free-spirited Kyoto restaurant serving seasonal Japanese cuisine with a Michelin star. Simultaneous service, hidden location near Shijo Kawaramachi.
2 guides · 68 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 616-8385, Japan
At Tenryuji Temple, Shigetsu serves shojin ryori – a vegetarian Zen cuisine rooted in Buddhist practice, with seasonal kaiseki set meals and garden views.
2 guides · 2F, 287 Takoyakushicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0021, Japan
Chef Atsushi Takenaka’s shiro in Kyoto offers a daily-changing menu of contemporary Italian cuisine, earning a Michelin star for its refined, seasonal dishes.
2 guides · 2F, Good Nature Station, 318-6 Inaricho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8022, Japan
At TAKAYAMA in Kyoto, chef-owner Takayama serves inventive Italian courses from a full open kitchen, earning a Michelin star for his seasonal, inspiration-driven cuisine.
2 guides · 106-13 Gokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0036, Japan
At Tan in Kyoto, a small kitchen by the Shirakawa river serves heartfelt ichiju-sansai meals using natural ingredients from Tango.
2 guides · 284 Nijoaburanokoji-cho, Kyoto
At Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto, Chef Tetsuya Asano crafts inventive French cuisine rooted in Kyoto’s legendary water. Michelin Recommended & Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
Owner-chef Yuji Iwasaki’s “add on” technique redefines Chinese cuisine in Kyoto. Michelin-starred with a Japanese respect for ingredients.
2 guides · 46-3 Kagamiyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0002, Japan
Vena serves refined Italian cuisine in a renovated Kyoto machiya. Michelin One Star 2026. Handmade pasta, seasonal ingredients, and a curated wine list.
2 guides · 634-3 Nioitenjincho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8414, Japan
Chef Masaki Izumi’s Wagokoro Izumi in Kyoto serves refined Japanese cuisine. A Michelin 1-Star for 2026, featuring omakase courses in a serene setting.
1 guide · 21 Chome-462-17 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward
A couple run seasonal French kitchen near Fushimi Inari highlights local vegetables and precise techniques, earning two radishes from the We're Smart Green Guide.
1 guide · 570 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Aji Fukushima is a reservation-only kappo restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district, serving traditional Japanese course meals in a classic setting.
1 guide · 28-3 Hanazono Teranomaecho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 616-8041, Japan
For over half a century, Ajiro Honten in Kyoto has served refined Shojin cuisine as the official caterer of Myoshin-ji Temple. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 27 Ichijoji Hinokuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8167, Japan
Discover Akihana in Kyoto, a Michelin Bib Gourmand Chinese restaurant offering good quality, good value cooking in Sakyo-ku.
1 guide · 56 Nakajima Hinokamicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, 612-8465, Japan
Chef Masashi AMPEIJI brings Southern French training to Kyoto, crafting unique French cuisine with respect for ingredients and producers. Michelin 1 Star.
1 guide · 631 Heinouchicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0884, Japan
Aoike offers a refined French counter dining experience in Kyoto, earning a Michelin recommendation for its precise cuisine.
1 guide · 12-1 Shimogamo Nishihommachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0826, Japan
A Michelin-recommended Kyoto hideaway where the chef's decades of training meet seasonal ingredients in authentic kaiseki-style courses.
1 guide · 313-2 Yokosuwancho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8179, Japan
A small, hidden French restaurant in Kyoto run by a couple, focusing on pure flavors with charcoal-grilled dishes and aged ingredients. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026.
1 guide · 113-1 Yadacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8442, Japan
Ayanokoji Karatsu offers intimate counter dining and Japanese cuisine, earning a Michelin star in Kyoto's Shimogyo district.
1 guide · The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu, 2-204-2 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
A Parisian bistro in Kyoto, Benoit brings classic French cuisine to The Hotel Seiryu Kiyomizu. Michelin Recommended, with traditional dishes, afternoon tea, and rooftop bar access.
1 guide · 1-3 Tanaka Shimoyanagicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8204, Japan
Discover Bistro Cerisier, a Kyoto French bistro awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking. Intimate counter dining.
1 guide · 358 Shimizucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0911, Japan
A relaxed French bistro in central Kyoto, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its thoughtful, well-priced cooking.
1 guide · 138-9 Saitocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8012, Japan
Discover BOCCA del VINO, a Michelin Bib Gourmand Italian restaurant in Kyoto. Chef-crafted dishes and fine Italian wines for over 20 years.
1 guide · 17-5 Tsukimicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0829, Japan
Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Kyoto’s Higashiyama ward, offering refined Chinese cuisine at the counter. Intimate, value-driven dining.
1 guide · Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku,
An eight-seat modern Japanese kitchen guided by the 72 micro seasons and a strict zero-waste philosophy.
1 guide · 242-12 Yoancho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8022, Japan
A quiet soba specialist in Kyoto, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Simple, refined noodles in a classic setting.
1 guide · 2F, Good Nature Station, 318-6 Inaricho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8022, Japan
Chinese Noodles ROKU in Kyoto earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its refined, value-driven bowls of Japanese noodles.
1 guide · 294 Benzaitencho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0093, Japan
In a quiet alley near Marutamachi, Chiso Aida serves monthly-changing Kyoto kaiseki in a restored 100-year-old townhouse. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 555 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0811, Japan
A Zen-inspired Japanese breakfast in Kyoto's Gion district, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for eight consecutive years.
1 guide · 367 Takatsuji Inokumacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8353, Japan
A Michelin Recommended restaurant in Kyoto offering contemporary Japanese cuisine at a counter, with a notable sake list and air conditioning.
1 guide · 199-2 Ayazaimokucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8072, Japan
Discover DEUX FILLES in Kyoto, a Bib Gourmand-awarded French restaurant offering refined, good-value cuisine in a welcoming setting.
1 guide · 448 Tatsunoikecho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8176, Japan
Discover Eitaroya, a Kyoto izakaya awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking in a warm counter-dining setting.
1 guide · 15-2 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Discover en in Kyoto, a Michelin Recommended Japanese restaurant with an intimate counter-dining experience in Minami-ku.
1 guide · 125-2 Tominagacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0078, Japan
In Kyoto's Gion district, Enyuan Kobayashi serves Michelin-starred tempura kaiseki. Chef Noriyuki Kobayashi's seasonal courses highlight premium ingredients.
1 guide · Kamigyo Ward, Shinnyodomaecho, 105
A renovated traditional house near Shirakawa Station serves seasonal French cooking and a celebrated vegetable terrine in Kyoto.
1 guide · 47 Daikokuyacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8055, Japan
Etto offers a refined Italian omakase course in a serene, counter-seating setting near Kyoto's Imperial Palace. A Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · No. 1, Courtyard 5, China Railway Ludao Art City, 16 Majia Garden Road, Jinniu, Chengdu, China Mainland
Fang Xiang Jing brings refined Sichuan cuisine to Kyoto. Discover a Michelin-starred experience blending bold flavors with elegant technique.
1 guide · 504-506, 5F, Phase 2, Star Avenue, 1766 Wentao Road, Binjiang, Hangzhou, China Mainland
Dine in a 1927 architectural landmark in central Kyoto. French bistro cuisine with seasonal ingredients, set in a bamboo-grove garden. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 590, 604-0942 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Explore fudo in Kyoto, where Italian cooking embraces Japanese ingredients. Gault & Millau rated 14, this intimate basement venue highlights local fudo through crafted menus and artisan materials.
1 guide · 20-2 Murasakino Higashifunaokacho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8228, Japan
In a quiet Kyoto residential quarter, this intimate counter restaurant serves seasonal kaiseki and a celebrated clay pot rice crafted by a chef trained at Kyo-Yamato and Wakuden.
1 guide · 225 Owaricho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0934, Japan
A Bib Gourmand-recognized counter dining spot in central Kyoto, offering quality cooking in an intimate setting.
1 guide · 618 Tachibanacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0944, Japan
Michelin-recommended izakaya in Kyoto's Fuyacho district, pairing charcoal-grilled dishes with curated wines in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
1 guide · 570-120 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Chef Takuyoshi Fukushi's kaiseki courses honor tradition while highlighting seasonal ingredients, served in a serene Gion setting. Michelin 1 Star.
1 guide · 570-127 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Discover Gion Kajisho, a Michelin-recommended restaurant in Kyoto offering counter dining and air-conditioned comfort in the heart of Gion.
1 guide · 347-108 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
Discover Gion Mamma, a Michelin 1 Star restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district, where seasonal ingredients are grilled over straw and charcoal, paired with fine sake.
1 guide · 570-123 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Discover the refined kaiseki of Gion Matayoshi, a Michelin 2-Star restaurant in Kyoto’s historic Gion district, offering seasonal Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 473 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan
Chef Masayoshi Nishikawa crafts kaiseki that engages all five senses. Two Michelin stars for 15 years in a sukiya-style setting in Gion, Kyoto.
1 guide · 570-160 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
An intimate counter dining experience in Kyoto's Gion district, recognized by Michelin for its refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 570-6 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Gion Okada brings refined Japanese cuisine and a quiet, upmarket atmosphere to Kyoto's Gion district, earning a Michelin star in 2026.
1 guide · 570-206 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Experience Japanese cuisine at a counter dining spot in Gion, Kyoto. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 232 Nijuikkencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0077, Japan
Discover Gion Rohan, a Michelin-recommended restaurant in Kyoto's historic Gion district, offering refined Japanese counter dining.
1 guide · 227-3 Nishinocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0088, Japan
Discover Gion Senryu in Kyoto, a Michelin Recommended Japanese restaurant offering an intimate counter dining experience in the historic Gion district.
1 guide · 555-1 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0811, Japan
Gion Yorozuya in Kyoto holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking. Located in the Gion district, it offers reliable, affordable dining.
1 guide · 557 Oecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8402, Japan
Intimate counter dining and private rooms in Kyoto. Godan Miyazawa holds a Michelin star for its refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 575 Matsumotocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0982, Japan
A Michelin-starred counter dining experience in Kyoto, where binchotan charcoal and seasonal ingredients shine in an omakase-only menu.
1 guide · 254 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
In Kyoto’s Gion district, Gombei serves handmade soba, udon, and donburi. A Bib Gourmand pick for quality and value since 2026.
1 guide · 660 Otsucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0885, Japan
At a six-seat counter near the Imperial Palace, chef Yoshinori Iwasaki serves a single, ever-changing omakase course rooted in Kyoto’s seasons.
1 guide · 428-5 Kamibentencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0822, Japan
Discover Hachiraku, a Michelin-recommended Chinese restaurant in Kyoto offering counter dining with air conditioning.
1 guide · 481-1 Kiyoicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0821, Japan
Chef Renho Sato presents a modern take on Manhan Quanxi at hakubi in Kyoto. Michelin Recommended 2025. 25-course Chinese feasts in a restored townhouse.
1 guide · 360, 604-8212 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Discover how third-generation master Morikawa Hiroyuki honors a century of culinary tradition at Kyoto’s pioneering chef’s counter.
1 guide · 3-2 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0802, Japan
HANA-Kitcho, a Michelin-starred offshoot of Kyoto Kitcho, offers refined kaiseki and counter dining in the heart of Gion. Reservations required.
1 guide · 422 Myohoimmaekawacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0932, Japan
In Kyoto's Shichijo district, chef Yoshihisa Suzuki crafts innovative Japanese cuisine with seasonal, ever-changing menus. A Michelin-starred experience.
1 guide · 29-1 Nishinokyo Emmachi, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8463, Japan
In Kyoto, Hosun Nagashima offers refined Japanese counter dining with Michelin recognition. A quiet, intimate space for seasonal cuisine.
1 guide · 264-1 Nijo Aburanokojicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0051, Japan
Discover Ichihana in Kyoto, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant specializing in kamameshi rice cooked in individual pots. Elegant counter dining near Nijo Castle.
1 guide · 120-1, 604-8084 Kyoto City, Kyoto
A Gault & Millau rated 18.5 establishment in Kyoto offering refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 232-9 Kamigoryokamiecho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8147, Japan
Chef Shinji Uehara’s intimate 9-seat counter in Kyoto offers seasonal Japanese cuisine with value recognized by Michelin Bib Gourmand.
1 guide · 388-1 Yasaka Kamimachi
Chef Yasuhiro Sasajima reinterprets Italian cooking through Japanese seasonality at this acclaimed Kyoto restaurant, earning two radishes in the 2026 guide.
1 guide · 183-4 Fudocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8215, Japan
ima in Kyoto serves precise French tasting menus with wine and non-alcoholic pairings. Michelin Recommended 2026. Counter dining for lunch and dinner.
1 guide · 212-3 Nabeyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8015, Japan
Step into a nostalgic 1980s Japanese restaurant tucked in a hidden Pontocho alley. Michelin Selected, Kyoto.
1 guide · 136 Matsushitacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8093, Japan
Since 1827, Isshisoden Nakamura in Kyoto has served refined kaiseki rooted in tradition. A Michelin three-star experience centered on guji-no-sakayaki and shiro-miso zoni.
1 guide · 28 Murasakino Unrinincho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8214, Japan
Itsutsu in Kyoto offers refined soba dishes in a counter-dining setting, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its quality and value.
1 guide · 391 Takeyacho, Takakuradori Ayanokojisagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8093, Japan
Izugen in Kyoto holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value Japanese cooking in a refined setting.
1 guide · 367 Kiyomotocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan
Since 1781, Izuu has been Kyoto’s specialist in mackerel sushi (saba zushi), a tradition born from the city’s old geisha districts. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026.
1 guide · 1F, The Shinmonzen, 235 Nishinocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0088, Japan
At The Shinmonzen boutique hotel, chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s first Kyoto restaurant serves contemporary French cuisine inspired by the city’s heritage. Michelin-starred.
1 guide · 104-106 Nanjun North Road, Licheng, Quanzhou, China Mainland
Discover Jian Lai Fa in Kyoto, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant offering quality, good value cooking in a welcoming setting.
1 guide · 2-267 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0801, Japan
Experience intimate counter dining at Jikiba Ono, a Michelin Recommended Japanese restaurant in Kyoto's Miyagawasuji, offering refined cuisine in a quiet setting.
1 guide · 553-1 Yaoyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8123, Japan
A refined Kyoto counter dining experience. Jiki Miyazawa offers high-quality Japanese cuisine, recognized with a Michelin star.
1 guide · 352-1 Shoshoiotabicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0873, Japan
A husband-and-wife kappo near Marutamachi Station, serving refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 1F, Four Seasons Hotel, 88 Siji Road, Suzhou Industrial Park, Suzhou, China Mainland
At Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou, Jin Jing Ge serves refined Jiangzhe cuisine. Executive Chef Charles Zhang crafts seasonal menus recognized by the Michelin Guide.
1 guide · 57-1 Takehana Nishinoguchicho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, 607-8089, Japan
Counter dining with exceptional aged pork in Kyoto, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for quality and value.
1 guide · 71-6 Jodoji Kamiminamidacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8405, Japan
Juu-go in Kyoto earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its exceptional, handmade soba noodles. A warm, counter-dining experience in a refined setting.
1 guide · 470-4 Tokiwacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0874, Japan
A Kyoto restaurant recognized with a Michelin star, offering counter dining and a notable sake list in Higashiyama.
1 guide · 726-5 Shimomatsuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0034, Japan
Discover Kamanza Nagashima, a Michelin one-star restaurant in Kyoto offering high-quality Japanese cuisine at an intimate counter.
1 guide · 430-4 Tawarayacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0871, Japan
Discover Kan, a Kyoto restaurant offering intimate counter dining and Japanese cuisine, recognized by the Michelin Guide.
1 guide · 562 Honeyanocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-6084, Japan
Since 1873, Kanamean Nishitomiya has served seasonal kaiseki in a sukiya-style inn. A Michelin-starred restaurant in Kyoto with a contemporary teppanyaki counter.
1 guide · 155-2 Tokiwacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0079, Japan
A counter dining experience in Kyoto, recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking.
1 guide · 465-2 Senshojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8076, Japan
Chef Kazuma Yagi’s intimate counter restaurant in Kyoto serves seasonal vegetables from Shugakuin Imperial Villa, earning a Michelin recommendation.
1 guide · 290 Hokodencho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0902, Japan
Discover Kappo Harada, a Michelin Recommended restaurant in Kyoto offering an intimate counter dining experience focused on traditional Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 95 Sueyoshicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0085, Japan
A Michelin-starred kappo restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district, serving traditional Japanese cuisine with seasonal ingredients from a counter or private room.
1 guide · 315-4 Shintomicho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0875, Japan
Chef-driven Japanese cuisine in Kyoto, featuring seasonal dishes with natural ingredients and additive-free cooking. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 498 Higashigawacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8046, Japan
A quiet, counter-only restaurant in Kyoto serving refined Japanese cuisine. Michelin Recommended for its precision and seasonal ingredients.
1 guide · 347-93 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
In a quiet Gion alley, Kappo Umetsu offers seasonal Japanese cuisine from a master chef, with charcoal grilling and subtle plum accents. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 3-3 Koyama Shimochikawaracho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8132, Japan
KASHIWAI in Kyoto offers handmade tsukami-zushi and Japanese takeaway. Awarded Bib Gourmand in Michelin Guide 2026.
1 guide · 566-15 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0811, Japan
Discover Kenninji Gion Maruyama in Kyoto, a Michelin Two-Star destination for refined Japanese cuisine in the historic Gion district.
1 guide · 273 Tenjinyamacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8221, Japan
Kyoto's Kentan Horibe offers meticulously prepared Japanese kaiseki at counter or table, earning a Michelin star for nine consecutive years.
1 guide · 12-3, 606-0092 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Kenya in Kyoto serves modern Japanese cooking along the Takano River, earning a 15.5 from Gault&Millau for its seasonal ryotei experience.
1 guide · 28-22 Okazaki Tokuseicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8351, Japan
A Michelin-starred ryotei on the banks of the Takano River, serving modern Japanese cuisine in a serene, private setting.
1 guide · 570-249 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Keri in Kyoto offers an intimate counter dining experience, recognized with a Michelin recommendation for its refined cuisine in Higashiyama.
1 guide · 242, 600-8423 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Discover Kii, a six seat creative Italian restaurant tucked in a Kyoto alley, where monthly courses highlight meticulous ingredient sourcing and handcrafted pasta.
1 guide · 459, 605-0825 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Discover the seasonal kaiseki and historic grounds of this Michelin three-star restaurant located in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district.
1 guide · 524 Washiocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0072, Japan
Kikunoi Mugesambo in Kyoto offers refined Japanese kaiseki with a focus on seasonal ingredients and heartfelt hospitality, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026.
1 guide · 118 Saitocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8012, Japan
Experience refined Japanese kaiseki at Kikunoi Roan in Kyoto, a Michelin 2-Star restaurant dedicated to seasonal ingredients and elegant hospitality.
1 guide · 463-30 Shimokawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0825, Japan
Michelin-starred Kikunoi Sushi Ao in Kyoto serves refined sushi and kaiseki in a serene machiya setting near Yasaka Shrine.
1 guide · 416 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8445, Japan
Discover Kinobu in Kyoto, a Michelin One Star restaurant offering refined Japanese cuisine in a serene setting.
1 guide · 212-6 Nabeyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8015, Japan
Three generations of Kyoto sushi and kaiseki, beloved by geiko and maiko. Michelin Recommended 2026. Signature tuna sashimi and pickled sushi.
1 guide · 353 Masuyacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0826, Japan
A serene ryotei in Higashiyama, Kyoto, serving traditional Japanese cuisine with Michelin two-star excellence.
1 guide · 204 Seiryucho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0822, Japan
At Kokyu in Kyoto, each kaiseki course reflects the season and Japanese culture. Michelin-starred, counter dining, and a tranquil setting near the Kamo River.
1 guide · 557 Motohyakumambencho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0953, Japan
Michelin-recommended Italian in a renovated Kyoto townhouse. Seasonal courses, counter dining, and over 100 Italian wines near Imadegawa.
1 guide · 2F, 74-2 Nishiitsutsuji Higashimachi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8478, Japan
A Bib Gourmand ramen shop inside a century-old kombu store in Kyoto. Clear soup, hand-shaved kelp, and a multi-course tasting of Japan’s finest seaweed.
1 guide · 534-1 Yawatacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8455, Japan
A Bib Gourmand izakaya in Kyoto, known for counter dining and quality cooking at good value.
1 guide · 38 Yumiyacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0817, Japan
Discover Konno in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, a Michelin-recommended restaurant serving refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate counter setting.
1 guide · 101 Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0813, Japan
KORISU in Kyoto earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good quality, good value cooking. A welcoming spot in the historic Higashiyama district.
1 guide · 165 Nishisakaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8218, Japan
A Michelin-recommended Japanese restaurant steps from Kyoto Station, serving seasonal omakase dishes paired with local sake from Fushimi.
1 guide · 310-10 Uradeyamacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8155, Japan
Savor expertly fried kushiage in Kyoto's Nakagyo-ku. Kushi Tanaka earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its quality, value-focused cooking.
1 guide · 347-92 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
A Michelin-starred tempura experience in Kyoto's Gion, where Chef Toshinori Sakakibara crafts delicate, artful tempura using a three-generation-old family recipe.
1 guide · 565-5 Kawaracho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0827, Japan
A refined Chinese counter-dining experience in central Kyoto, recognized by Michelin for its careful cooking and intimate atmosphere.
1 guide · 570-118 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Michelin Recommended Kyoen in Kyoto offers contemporary counter dining with air conditioning in the historic Gion district.
1 guide · 456 Matsugaecho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8034, Japan
A century-old unagi specialist in Kyoto, known for its signature kishin-don and a secret sauce passed down since the Meiji era. Michelin Bib Gourmand.
1 guide · 5 Shimogamo Morimotocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0805, Japan
Chef Yoshimi Tanigawa's Kyoto kaiseki restaurant, a Michelin two-star since 2026, offers a deeply traditional multi-course experience rooted in tea ceremony hospitality.
1 guide · 72 Shimmeicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8207, Japan
Chef Takashi Fujimoto’s one-Michelin-star Kyoto restaurant celebrates seasonal seafood and Kyoto vegetables in a warm, counter-dining setting.
1 guide · 15-2 Chudoji Maedacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8804, Japan
A 40-year Kyoto tradition in Tambaguchi, offering a single omakase kaiseki course in private rooms. Michelin Recommended 2024.
1 guide · 2F, 36-3 Okazaki Enshojicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8344, Japan
Michael Chan's Kyo Seika brings refined Chinese cuisine to Kyoto, earning a Michelin star for its precise, beautifully plated dishes served at a counter.
1 guide · 58, 616-8385 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Discover how Kyoto Kitcho Arashiyama blends tea ceremony roots, historic architecture, and seasonal Japanese cooking into a refined dining experience.
1 guide · 422-1 Tanakacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8163, Japan
Chef Masahiro Takimoto’s French omakase in Kyoto, where seasonal ingredients are treated with precision and respect. Michelin-starred since 2026.
1 guide · Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Kyoto
Italian restaurant inside The Ritz-Carlton Kyoto, where a 1907 historic townhouse meets Carnaroli risotto, Wagyu, and Pierre Hermé desserts.
1 guide · 247-3 Nishiwakamatsucho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8334, Japan
In Kyoto's Shimogyo ward, Chef Anthony Bâcle serves modern French on Japanese tableware. Michelin Recommended 2026. Lunch & dinner courses with wine pairing.
1 guide · 499 Kitamonzencho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8352, Japan
Lapintaika in Kyoto offers good value Italian cuisine, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Counter dining with air conditioning.
1 guide · 2F, 393-3 Iseyacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0873, Japan
Discover le 14e in Kyoto, a Michelin-recommended French restaurant offering refined cuisine in a quiet Kamigyo-ku setting.
1 guide · 541-25 Suemarucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0901, Japan
Le Cadeau in Kyoto serves modern French cuisine with vibrant sauces and an open kitchen. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 2F, 585 Takamiyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8056, Japan
Chef Takuya Kuwahara’s Luca brings Michelin-recognized French cuisine to Kyoto, with seasonal courses served in an intimate, light-filled space.
1 guide · 440-1 Yamamotocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0933, Japan
Chef Shota Kawamura’s innovative Italian cuisine in Kyoto, using local ingredients. Michelin Recommended 2026. Intimate counter dining.
1 guide · 15-20 Mibu Bambacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8805, Japan
Michelin Recommended Masaki serves seasonal Japanese cuisine from a nine-seat counter in Kyoto. A quietly elegant dining experience.
1 guide · 187-1 Hisashicho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8236, Japan
A family-run kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto, blending Kyoto vegetables with Tochigi ingredients. Michelin Recommended for refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 277 Tenjinyamacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8221, Japan
A Kyoto steakhouse serving Sakae-ya dry-aged wagyu grilled over binchotan, organic farm vegetables, and natural wines. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 5-3 Shimogamo Kamigawaracho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0812, Japan
Discover middle, a Michelin Recommended contemporary French restaurant in Kyoto's Shimogamo, offering a serene Kamogawa riverside dining experience.
1 guide · 6-359-4 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0801, Japan
Michelin Recommended 2026 restaurant in Kyoto's Miyagawacho district. Intimate counter dining focused on refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 4-300-5 Miyagawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0801, Japan
At a 10-seat hinoki counter in Gion, chef Ryuji Hasegawa serves tempura kaiseki fried in white soybean oil. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 122-1 Shikiamicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8261, Japan
Intimate counter dining in Kyoto, where Michelin-recognized Japanese cooking meets quiet precision. A single-star experience.
1 guide · 245-2 Nakanocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0082, Japan
Discover Mizuno, a Michelin one-star Japanese restaurant in Kyoto's Higashiyama district, offering refined counter dining with air conditioning.
1 guide · 235-2 Tamauecho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0005, Japan
MOKO brings precise, high-quality French cuisine to Kyoto’s Nakagyo ward, earning a Michelin star for its refined counter dining experience.
At Mokubei in Kyoto, traditional kaiseki meets modern precision. A Michelin Recommended spot for seasonal Japanese cuisine in Gion.
1 guide · 147, 606-8404 Kyoto City, Kyoto
A quietly acclaimed Kyoto restaurant recognized by Gault&Millau, where precise cooking meets a calm, unpretentious setting.
1 guide · 12-5 Nishishichijo Kakegoshicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8881, Japan
Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026, Muginoyoake offers intimate counter dining with quality Japanese cuisine in Kyoto's Shimogyo-ku.
1 guide · 3 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo Ward
Muni in Kyoto earns recognition from the We’re Smart Green Guide for its thoughtful approach to food and service.
1 guide · 6 Takagamine Kuromon-cho
Chef Shigeru Muroi brings global experience and Kyomito spring water to a refined Japanese cooking practice in Kyoto.
1 guide · 185 Nakanonocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8435, Japan
A relaxed counter-style izakaya in central Kyoto, serving monthly-changing dishes with seasonal ingredients. Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good value.
1 guide · 679 Marukizaimokucho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8106, Japan
A refined Kyoto kaiseki restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrating seasonal ingredients and Japanese culinary tradition in an elegant setting.
1 guide · 459 Kimbukicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0846, Japan
A Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto where chef Kazuteru Maeda serves unique, ingredient-driven Japanese cuisine in an intimate counter setting.
1 guide · 496-2 Sambongi Gochome, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0872, Japan
In Kyoto's historic Gosho Minami district, Nakamitsu presents refined Japanese cuisine rooted in tradition and seasonality. A Michelin-starred counter dining experience.
1 guide · 26 Kitashirakawa Kubotacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8266, Japan
A couple-run kappo in Kyoto's Kitashirakawa, serving seasonal seafood and vegetables in a warm, elegant setting. Michelin-starred since 2026.
1 guide · 539, 604-8127 Kyoto City, Kyoto
A Gault&Millau recognized kitchen in Kyoto serves seasonal Japanese cuisine with precision and quiet elegance.
1 guide · 694-3 Chojiyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0935, Japan
Over 30 years of Kyoto tradition meets modern flair at this Michelin-recommended izakaya near the Kyoto City Hall subway stop.
1 guide · 371 Furushirocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0045, Japan
Near Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Nijojo Furuta serves seasonal Japanese omakase courses. A Michelin-starred counter dining experience.
1 guide · 92-12 Enokicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0931, Japan
A personal counter dining experience in Kyoto, Nijo Minami holds a Michelin star for its refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 193-1 Nishikodocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0904, Japan
Nikuryori Shibuya in Kyoto has earned a Michelin Recommended award for 2026. Counter dining and air conditioning in Nakagyo-ku.
1 guide · 2-12, 603-8433 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Chef Makoto Ueoka brings the subtle essence of Chinese cooking to Kyoto. A Gault&Millau recognized kitchen where aged Shaoxing wine and hand-brewed teas meet seasonal ingredients.
1 guide · 41-1 Shimmarutacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8386, Japan
A Kyoto counter dining experience recognized by Michelin. Intimate, air-conditioned space serving refined Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 109 Kanzecho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8441, Japan
In Kyoto’s Nishijin district, a nine-seat counter serves omakase rooted in natural fish and seasonal ingredients. Michelin Recommended since 2026.
1 guide · 371-4 Kiyomotocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan
Chef Daisuke Noguchi’s Kyoto counter restaurant honors the seasons with refined Japanese dishes. A Michelin-starred experience rooted in tradition.
1 guide · 293-1 Shimohakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8085, Japan
A relaxed izakaya from the Tominokoji Yamagishi group in Kyoto, serving high-quality dishes in a counter-dining space.
1 guide · 56-32 Murasakino Shimokashiwanocho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8313, Japan
Michelin Bib Gourmand ramen in Kyoto. Counter dining with air conditioning. Traditional Japanese noodles in Murasakino.
1 guide · 726 Shinkamanzacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8471, Japan
Discover Ogata in Kyoto, a Michelin 2-star destination for refined Japanese cuisine, counter dining, and air-conditioned comfort in Shimogyo.
1 guide · 515 Anenishinotoincho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8273, Japan
Chef Yosuke Ogawa’s intimate counter restaurant in Kyoto offers a thoughtful, seasonal kaiseki that earned a Michelin star. A truly connected meal.
1 guide · 253 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Kyoto's Gion district, offering refined Italian cuisine at good value. Counter dining with air conditioning.
1 guide · 11 Sagashakado Daimoncho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 616-8422, Japan
Discover Okina in Kyoto, a Michelin one-star restaurant serving refined Japanese cuisine with seasonal courses and à la carte options.
1 guide · 534 Kikuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8127, Japan
Michelin-recognized unagi in Kyoto. Kansai-style charcoal-grilled eel paired with rice steamed in a clay pot. Refined, traditional, unforgettable.
1 guide · 274 Demizucho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0862, Japan
Chef-trained in Italy, Ortensia brings the flavors of Sicily to Kyoto with seafood, handmade pasta, and a curated Italian wine list. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 337-2 Sanjyo-cho, Koromonotana-dori Sanjyo Kudaru, Nakagyo-ku
Orto in Kyoto earns We're Smart Green Guide recognition for its sustainable Italian cooking, rooted in Chef Shinji Tanimura's decades of expertise.
1 guide · 234 Owaricho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0934, Japan
A refined Japanese restaurant in Kyoto, recognized by Michelin for its intimate counter dining experience and seasonal cuisine.
1 guide · 246 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
A refined counter-dining experience in Kyoto’s Gion district, where seasonal Japanese cuisine earns a Michelin star for its quiet precision.
1 guide · 908-12 Koyamacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8157, Japan
Discover Oryori Mitsuyasu, a Michelin 1-star restaurant in Kyoto serving refined Japanese kaiseki in an intimate setting near Koyamacho.
1 guide · 448-61, 602-0841 Kyoto City, Kyoto
A refined Kyoto dining destination recognized by Gault&Millau for its precise Japanese cooking and seasonal approach.
1 guide · 512-2 Kikuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8127, Japan
An Italian osteria in central Kyoto, recognized by Michelin for its refined cooking. Simple, seasonal, and quietly elegant.
1 guide · 18 Takagamine Tsuchitenjocho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8465, Japan
In Kyoto’s historic Takagamine, Otagi serves a monthly-changing omakase rooted in local, seasonal ingredients. Michelin 2 Star.
1 guide · 200 Shimokorikicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8016, Japan
An intimate counter-dining experience in Kyoto's Pontocho district, serving traditional obanzai dishes with a Michelin Recommended nod for 2026.
1 guide · 21-4 Murasakino Kamimonzencho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8217, Japan
Chef Hiroki Ioka’s Raiz serves contemporary, ingredient-driven cuisine in a serene setting near Daitokuji Temple, Kyoto. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 77, Kamigamo Sakuraicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8054, Japan
Chef Joe Nakayama serves delicate tempura kaiseki in a serene Kyoto setting. A Michelin-recommended restaurant near Kitayama Station.
1 guide · 8-6 Yamabana Itchodacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8007, Japan
A Kyoto ramen shop earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its chicken shoyu ramen and mazesoba, served in a counter-only space.
A Michelin-starred French grand maison in Higashiyama, Kyoto, offering refined cuisine and stunning views of the Yasaka Pagoda.
1 guide · 635-1 Sanjo Inokumacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8334, Japan
Chef Takumi Watanabe’s intimate counter restaurant in Kyoto serves seasonal kaiseki with a focus on vegetables, seafood, and premium sake.
1 guide · 368 Shijocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8441, Japan
Discover Ryoriya Kanemitsu, a Michelin-recommended Japanese restaurant in Kyoto offering refined, traditional cuisine in an intimate setting.
1 guide · 456-2 Temmacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8024, Japan
On Kiyamachi Street, Ryoriya Otaya serves seasonal Japanese kaiseki with charcoal-grilled dishes. Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2016.
1 guide · 570-166 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Chef Makoto Fujiwara's Ryō-shō in Kyoto offers a refined omakase experience, blending tradition with innovation. A Michelin 2-Star destination.
1 guide · 493-1 Yugaocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8077, Japan
Michelin-recommended restaurant in Kyoto serving seasonal Japanese cuisine with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and private dining options.
1 guide · 559-1 Torocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8401, Japan
A refined izakaya in Kyoto where chef-owner serves kappo-level dishes with fresh fish from Obama Bay and curated sake. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026.
1 guide · 478 Shincho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0866, Japan
A Kyoto izakaya serving binchotan-grilled game and farm meats, paired with natural wine and warm sake, in a century-old machiya.
1 guide · 359 Masuyacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0826, Japan
Perched above Kiyomizu-dera, Sanso Kyoyamato serves exquisite kaiseki in private rooms with garden views. A Michelin two-starred ryotei in Kyoto.
1 guide · 321-2 Shinnyodocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0853, Japan
A refined soba experience in Kyoto's Nakagyo-ku, where tradition meets artistry. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026.
1 guide · 379 Shiogamacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8103, Japan
At SEN in Kyoto, chef’s omakase expresses Japanese hospitality through space, vessels, and cuisine. Michelin-starred dining on Gojo-dori.
1 guide · 1038-16 Kamiyagawacho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8384, Japan
Senda in Kyoto offers a refined Japanese counter dining experience, recognized by Michelin for its quality and craftsmanship.
1 guide · 16 Shichiku Shimotakedonocho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8412, Japan
In northern Kyoto, Shichiku Kiko serves seasonal Japanese cuisine with Kyoto vegetables, fresh seafood, and Shiga prefecture's finest local sake. Michelin Bib Gourmand.
1 guide · 255 Umemotocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0064, Japan
Chef Masayasu Yonemura's omakase course at Shimmonzen Yonemura in Kyoto, awarded a Michelin star for its refined Japanese cuisine. Seasonal ingredients, counter dining, and a takeout curry.
1 guide · 93-1 Shimogamo Nishihangicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0827, Japan
Counter dining in Kyoto's Shimogamo area, recognized by Michelin for its Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 62 Shimogamo Miyakawacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0801, Japan
Since 1856, Shimogamo Saryo in Kyoto serves refined Japanese cuisine in a historic setting, earning a Michelin recommendation.
1 guide · 392 Kinencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0828, Japan
At Shuhaku in Kyoto, a chef trained in both Japanese and French traditions creates innovative kaiseki near the iconic Yasaka Pagoda. Michelin Selected.
1 guide · 691 Maruyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0917, Japan
Michelin Bib Gourmand soba in Kyoto. Counter dining, air conditioning, and a focus on the craft of soba.
1 guide · 580-1 Matsumotocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0982, Japan
In Kyoto’s Nakagyo ward, Sokkon Fujimoto serves kaiseki with quiet elegance. A Michelin Recommended address for seasonal Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 533-3 Motoshiogamacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8119, Japan
Discover Sonoba in Kyoto, a Michelin Bib Gourmand soba shop serving handmade noodles with good quality and value.
1 guide · 4, Lane 176, Section 3, Heping West Road, Wanhua District, Taipei, Taiwan
A small-eats spot in Kyoto earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good value. Simple, air-conditioned dining.
1 guide · 570-8 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
In a Kyoto townhouse, chef’s charcoal kappo transforms seasonal ingredients with a gentle breath of fire. Michelin 2-star, counter dining.
1 guide · 96 Okikucho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-8376, Japan
Discover Sumiyakisosaitoriya Hitomi, a Kyoto yakitori spot earning a 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand for quality, value, and counter dining.
1 guide · 31-1 Omotecho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0825, Japan
Sushi Hayashi in Kyoto serves Edomae sushi courses with seasonal fish from nearby waters. An intimate 8-seat counter. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 442 Tachibanacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8044, Japan
In a historic Kyoto machiya, Sushi Imagine serves precise Edomae sushi. Red‑vinegared rice and thickly cut netsuke star in a Michelin‑Recommended omakase.
1 guide · 570-196 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
In Kyoto's Gion district, Sushi Kappo Nakaichi offers a refined sushi-kappo experience blending Edomae techniques with Kyoto elegance. Michelin 1 Star.
1 guide · 72-8 Shimogamo Higashihangicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, 606-0824, Japan
A Michelin-recommended sushi counter in Kyoto serving seasonal Edomae-style courses. The chef selects each piece with care.
Michelin-starred Sushi Matsumoto in Kyoto serves orthodox Edomae-style sushi that embodies the culture of Kyoto, at a counter in Gion.
1 guide · 4, Alley 19, Lane 300, Section 4, Ren'ai Road, Da'an District, Taipei, 106, Taiwan
Discover Sushi Nomura in Kyoto, a Michelin-recommended counter serving Edomae-style Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting.
1 guide · 332-6 Miyoshicho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0081, Japan
Chef Kazuya Nomura’s Kyoto-meets-Edomae sushi at Sushi Rakumi, a Michelin one-star in Gion. Counter dining with seasonal views.
1 guide · 41-2 Koromonotanacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8203, Japan
Sushizen in Kyoto offers quality sushi at good value, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Counter dining with air conditioning.
1 guide · 5F, THE ARCADE, 166 Dunhua North Road, Songshan District, Taipei, 105, Taiwan
Michelin-recognized Tajimaya Shabu Shabu in Kyoto offers all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu and sukiyaki with premium beef and a vegetable buffet.
1 guide · 141-1 Kameyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0865, Japan
Discover Takehisa, a Michelin Recommended counter dining spot in Kyoto. Intimate Japanese cuisine served with precision.
1 guide · 475-10 Ryotonzushicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8204, Japan
A Michelin Recommended counter dining experience in Kyoto, serving refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting.
1 guide · 150 Takeyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0823, Japan
Experience intimate counter dining at Takezaki, a Michelin Recommended Japanese restaurant in Kyoto's Nakagyo-ku district.
1 guide · 1-237 Miyakawasuji, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0801, Japan
Discover Takocho, a Michelin Recommended counter-dining spot in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. Intimate, air-conditioned, and quietly exceptional.
1 guide · 300 Ichirenshacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8146, Japan
A Kyoto counter dining spot with a Michelin Recommended nod, focusing on Japanese cuisine in an intimate setting.
1 guide · B1F, The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto, 543 Hokodencho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0902, Japan
At Tempura Mizuki in Kyoto, chef Taisuke Kojima serves refined tempura from a granite counter, using beni-flower oil for a light, pure finish.
1 guide · 570 Botambokocho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8475, Japan
Chef Ryo Nishioka revives his grandfather’s Kyoto institution, pairing kaiseki with tempura fried at a century-old hinoki counter. Michelin-starred.
1 guide · 299 Shimohakusancho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8085, Japan
Tempura fried in light cottonseed oil, served in a tranquil space with counter and private rooms overlooking gardens. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 11-1 Murasakino Higashifujinomoricho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8223, Japan
Teuchisoba Kanei in Kyoto earns a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its handmade soba noodles, offering quality Japanese cuisine at good value.
1 guide · 287-5 Shingoryoguchicho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-0897, Japan
In Kyoto’s Kamigyo-ku, chef Shinya Matsumoto brings refined Japanese cuisine to a nine-seat counter and private room near Kamigoryo Shrine.
1 guide · 406 Kameyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0941, Japan
Discover Tokumaru in Kyoto, a Michelin Recommended Japanese restaurant offering refined, seasonal cuisine in the heart of Nakagyo-ku.
1 guide · 151 Tennocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8013, Japan
At Tokuo in Kyoto, seasonal Japanese cuisine is served in a calm kappo setting. Michelin Recommended. Softshell turtle hotpot and a fine sake selection.
1 guide · 560, 604-8064 Kyoto City, Kyoto
Tominokoji Yamagishi in Kyoto blends traditional cha-kaiseki hospitality with seasonal ingredients. Chef Takahiro Yamagishi curates a tranquil dining experience recognized by Gault&Millau 16.5.
1 guide · 292-1 Takoyakushicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0021, Japan
Torisaki in Kyoto earns a Michelin star for its focused yakitori, served at a counter in a refined setting. A destination for grilled perfection.
1 guide · 237 Daimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8315, Japan
Chef Matsuzaki Akira’s yakitori, aged Hinai chicken over Binchotan charcoal, served in a restored townhouse near Nijo Castle. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 666 Kanrocho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0994, Japan
Discover Totoyoshi in Kyoto, a Michelin Recommended restaurant offering an intimate counter dining experience with authentic Japanese cuisine.
1 guide · 517-3, Kamiosakamachi
Discover Tousuiro Kiyamachi in Kyoto, a Taisho-era house serving seasonal kaiseki and tofu cuisine along the Kamo River waterfront. Earned 2 Radishes in the We're Smart Green Guide.
1 guide · 31-1 Komatsubara Minamimachi, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8342, Japan
Tozentei in Kyoto offers seasonal Japanese cuisine crafted by a two-generation family with over 30 years of experience. Michelin-starred, intimate 12-seat dining.
1 guide · 155 Mukadeyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0805, Japan
Discover Tsujifusa, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Kyoto offering refined Japanese cuisine in an intimate counter-dining setting.
1 guide · 16-2, 605-0035 Kyoto City, Kyoto
A Gault&Millau rated destination in Kyoto where seasonal Japanese cooking takes center stage in a calm, intentional dining space.
1 guide · 84 Kannoncho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0821, Japan
Discover Tsuneya Densuke, a Kyoto izakaya offering seasonal a la carte dishes like sashimi, charcoal-grilled beef, and bear hotpot, with Michelin recognition.
1 guide · 51 Matsuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0831, Japan
In Kyoto, Tsuroku serves seasonal a la carte dishes from a counter, blending harmony and technique. Michelin Recommended 2026. Currently temporarily closed.
1 guide · 8 Mibu Higashihinokicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8843, Japan
Discover Uozuya, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Kyoto offering refined Japanese cuisine at an intimate counter.
1 guide · 146 Umenokicho Nakagyo Ward,
Discover how this Kyoto vegan ramen spot earned its Michelin Green Star through twelve-hour plant broths and immersive digital art.
1 guide · 146 Umenokicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0905, Japan
Vegan Ramen UZU in Kyoto serves plant-based ramen in an art-filled space, earning Michelin Green Star and Bib Gourmand for its sustainable, flavorful bowls.
1 guide · 554 Sangencho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8097, Japan
wabiya in Kyoto offers refined yakitori in a counter dining setting. Michelin Recommended for its precise grilling and intimate atmosphere.
1 guide · 5 Kinugasa Gaidocho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8372, Japan
Counter dining in northern Kyoto. Wakasugi serves Japanese cuisine, recognized by Michelin for 2026.
1 guide · 230-2 Shimmeicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8092, Japan
A Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Kyoto serving an omakase course with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Counter dining, cash only.
1 guide · 45-1 Murasakino Kamimonzencho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8217, Japan
Washoku Toku in Kyoto’s Kita-ku serves seasonal Japanese cuisine with market-fresh seafood, creative dishes, and a curated sake list. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 27-3 Hanazono Imachi, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, 616-8042, Japan
wavie in Kyoto offers refined French cuisine with a Japanese sensibility. Discover this Michelin-recommended counter-dining experience.
1 guide · B1F, 612 Tachibanacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0944, Japan
A counter-only yakitori omakase in central Kyoto, built around rare Kōsaka chicken. Chef Tomonori Sakata’s refined Japanese techniques earn a 2026 Michelin recommendation.
1 guide · 421-5 Shimomaruyacho, Oike-sagaru,
A three-radish recognition for straightforward grilled Kyoto vegetables cooked fresh daily on a central iron plate.
1 guide · 570-151 Giommachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Michelin Recommended French restaurant in Kyoto's historic Gion, helmed by Chef Yosuke Yamaji. Intimate counter dining and private rooms.
1 guide · 360 Kodaiji Masuyacho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Yasaka brings refined French cuisine to the heart of Higashiyama, Kyoto, earning Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence in 2023.
1 guide · 347 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan
Since 1948, Yassan in Kyoto's Gion has served a unique style of niku kappo, beginning with a legendary tail stew. Michelin Recommended.
1 guide · 88 Manjujinakanocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8405, Japan
Chef Yushi Yokoi’s intimate counter restaurant in Kyoto serves refined Japanese cuisine. Michelin star 2026. Takeaway available.
1 guide · 32-1 Tojijicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0956, Japan
Chef Hiroyuki Ogata’s Kyoto counter serves yoshoku—Western-style Japanese dishes—with premium ingredients from trusted producers. Michelin Recommended 2026.
1 guide · 387 Ebisucho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, 602-8118, Japan
Discover Yusokuryori Mankamero in Kyoto, a 300-year-old restaurant serving traditional court cuisine. Michelin 2-Star recognition meets timeless omotenashi.
1 guide · 8 Koyama Kitakamifusacho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8142, Japan
Discover Yuyu, a Michelin-recommended Japanese restaurant in Kyoto offering refined counter dining with seasonal ingredients.
1 guide · 2F, 55-1 Matsuyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0831, Japan
A relaxed Italian hideaway in Kyoto, offering a la carte classics from a chef with deep seafood expertise. Michelin Recommended 2026.
