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The 5 Best Restaurants in Kyoto

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular restaurants in Kyoto.

“Discover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest restaurants in Kyoto.”

4.9 Score

Japan, 〒605-0074 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Gionmachi Minamigawa, ５７０−１１９５７０−１１９

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional restaurants experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.9/5 rating on Google Maps (194 reviews).”

4.9 Score

Japan, 〒600-8012 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Saitōchō, １４０−６ 1階

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional restaurants experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.9/5 rating on Google Maps (162 reviews).”

4.9 Score

Japan, 〒605-0034 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Nakanochō, ２０３ 1F Schilf神宮道

Artfully presented, French-inspired local bites served in an intimate eatery with an open kitchen.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.9/5 rating on Google Maps (203 reviews).”

4.9 Score

Japan, 〒604-8006 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Shimomaruyachō, ４１０｜ハラルレストラン

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional restaurants experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.9/5 rating on Google Maps (4944 reviews).”

4.8 Score

Japan, 〒605-0802 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Yamatochō, 7−１祇園モーリヤビル 1F

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A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional restaurants experiences in Kyoto.

Why Our Editors Love It

“Ranked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (1656 reviews).”