Best of Kyoto
The most romantic restaurants in Kyoto
Start with The Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo Kyoto in JR Kyoto Isetan, Tendan Gion Honten and Gion Nikutei Shin. Here are all 4, with why each one is worth it.
- The Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo KyotoJR Kyoto Isetan · Romantic dinner
JR Kyoto Isetan. Casual Italian spot inside JR Kyoto Isetan known for wood-fired pizza and pasta with department store views.
- Tendan Gion HontenRomantic dinner
Gion tempura counter spot known for crisp tendon bowls and generous, freshly fried seafood and vegetable tempura.
- Gion Nikutei Shinyakiniku
Gion yakiniku spot known for high-grade wagyu cuts grilled tableside in an intimate, upscale setting.
- Sumibi to Wine Kyoto Kawaramachicharcoal grill, natural wine
Kyoto charcoal grill spot pairing smoky sumibi-yaki skewers and dishes with a thoughtful natural wine list.
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What are the romantic restaurants in Kyoto?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with The Kitchen Salvatore Cuomo Kyoto (JR Kyoto Isetan), Tendan Gion Honten and Gion Nikutei Shin. All 4 places are on this page with what to get, where they are and a map.
How does Chef Amazing pick these?
From Chef Amazing’s city guide and lists for Kyoto: the places critics, chefs and locals keep recommending, checked and kept current, with what to order at each. Nobody pays to be on them.
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