Hidden gems: Food & Drinks in Kyoto

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Kyoto.

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cafe&bar Miltons Kyoto
Bar
👍👍 My boyfriend took me to Milton’s for my birthday and it was the best experience I’ve ever had. Milton is a awesome person! He made us feel comfortable and was very friendly. I strongly recommended coming to this bar, it is a good time. Milton is also a artist and he has his artwork for sale around h...
$ $$$
5.00 (182 reviews)
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Nony's Bar
Bar
👍👍 It was a great experience. The owner makes you feel it home and creates the best cocktails according to each persons taste. 10/10, would recommend
$ $$$
5.00 (161 reviews)
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VINYL RECORD MUSIC BAR 『P.M.SOUNDS KYOTO』
Bar
👍👍 Amazing place. Tadaaki amazing host, connoisseur and great selector. Excellent music and ambience. Must try the Japanese whiskey and sake. Music is beyond great. Soundsytem is amazing… Garrard turntables… jbl quads and the speakers are super detailed (jbl k2 s9500)… best place in Kyoto to listen som...
$ $$$
5.00 (156 reviews)
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Bar KAKTEL バー カクテル (classics&modern twists,モダンカクテル)
Bar
👍👍 Come and visit as fast as you can, this place is amazing! Chat to Daichi and learn about cocktails, Japan and many other things as he creates amazing drinks for you. A truly wonderful experience.
5.00 (145 reviews)
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SUI Fine Dining Restaurant
Japanese restaurant
👍👍 During the first days of our trip to Japan, my family and I had the pleasure of dining at this exquisite restaurant in Kyoto. After nearly 10 days of exploring various culinary delights, I can confidently say that this was one of the best experiences we had. The chef and his wife were exceptional h...
$ $$$
5.00 (137 reviews)
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BABEL KYOTO
Night club
$ $$$
5.00 (131 reviews)
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Seven & Seven Bar
Bar
👍👍 One of the best bars I’ve ever been. Great host and bartender. Clean place. Hospitable. I wish one day I have a bar and be like the owner.
$ $$$
5.00 (120 reviews)
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Tasuku Coffee
Cafe
👍👍 ふわりと優しい雰囲気のお兄ちゃんが色々と好みを聞いて淹れてくれます。柔らかいええ雰囲気です。お店はシュッとシンプルにカッコよく。 一律1杯500円。 今回は持ち帰りのため、リターナブルの容器代でプラス100円。 kidsメニューがどうなのか聞くの忘れたのでまた行きます。 朝7:30から夕方5時まで。 お昼休憩あるそう...
$ $$$
5.00 (83 reviews)
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Lull Kyoto CBD Cafe and Store
Cafe
👍👍 Very friendly and lively owners! Drinks are very tasty and reasonably priced. Good variety too - smoothies, tea, coffee, etc. I don't know much about CBD but there is a big selection of different products the owners explained to me!
$ $$$
5.00 (65 reviews)
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Full Hooking Kyoto Gion
Bar
👍👍 Second time I've been to this fabulous little Bar. A cosy and sophisticated atmosphere and a superbly talented Bar Man. Try the home made Plum Wine for an authentic local experience.
5.00 (64 reviews)
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Teppansousaku Lien
Teppanyaki restaurant
👍👍 Never have we had such delicious steak. We booked on a whim but it turned out to be the best meal of our honeymoon. Chef Ryosuke Muramatsu was charming and it was a delight to talk with him as he skilfully prepared our food. The food is highly refined and the atmosphere is stylish and smart but very...
$ $$$
5.00 (63 reviews)
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KaycoVIVID
Beauty salon
5.00 (60 reviews)
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レトロ喫茶&BAR MARUEI
Cafe
👍👍 長男のトレーニングの一つとしてシミュレーターを体験しに行きました。 音も操作感もリアルですし、モータースポーツファンにとっては、最高の一言です。 料金も決して高くなくレーシングカートに比べて安くモータースポーツを楽しめます♪ モータースポーツに興味があるけど、なかなか踏み出せない人でも怪我の心配をし...
$ $$$
5.00 (59 reviews)
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Kyoto Fun Tours
Sightseeing tour agency
👍👍 Excellent tour company. We did a 5 pm tour and were able to see some of the traditional Japanese Geishas which was really neat. Our tour guide was Canadian and was able to clearly explain customs And culture. We saw some of the temples, walked beautiful cobble streets that we never would have found...
5.00 (57 reviews)
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Kyoto Dining
Restaurant
👍👍 Мега вкусно, препоръчвам обедното меню което е от 11 до 17 часа. Избираш си супата и напитката.
$ $$$
5.00 (57 reviews)
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満き Mitsuki Ryokan / Bar
Japanese inn
👍👍 ["It was our second time staying at this wonderful Ryokan (2018 and 2023 - 3 nights) and it was always the highlight of our trip. This traditional ryokan is stunning and completely renovated. We love its proximity to the metro station (2min walk) and the bikes that are provided for the guests. Break...
5.00 (53 reviews)
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fuku coffee roastery
Coffee shop
👍👍 We stumbled upon this place one morning recently walking around Kyoto, and we absolutely loved it! It feels like something out of a Murakami novel. Beautiful interior, owner really friendly and helpful and speaks great English. He clearly knows his coffee and has the most amazing coffee machine I ha...
$ $$$
5.00 (52 reviews)
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バー b.p.m.
Bar
👍👍 Was the highlight of my month long South Korea/Japan trip. RNB and hiphop fans should definitely come. The bar owner provides a song list booklet for requests, mostly 90s-2000s. We visited twice and made heaps of friends; both locals and other travellers. Don’t sleep on this one!!
$ $$$
5.00 (48 reviews)
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カラオケバーLOVE
Karaoke bar
👍👍 Our time singing Karaoke with the hosts Tomoki Kaesuke Mayumi was unbelievable! We came super early one night so at first it wasn’t super packed but we ended up making conversation and realizing we all loved anime— we ended up singing the Demon slayer theme song with them! Don’t be shy; talk to them...
5.00 (38 reviews)
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Sushi Sakura 寿司さ久ら
Sushi restaurant
👍👍 I’ve traveled all over the world and eaten at the finest restaurants. Sushi Sakura is by far the best food I’ve ever had and the best experience I’ve ever had. Thank you so much Chef Tetsu for your hospitality and passion for only delivering the finest most exquisite food. We are extremely grateful...
$ $$$
5.00 (37 reviews)
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