Take your time and enjoy a Kyoto night at an izakaya (Japanese pub)! 19 recommendations by nearest station

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A popular izakaya in Kawaramachi where you can enjoy dishes made with seasonal fresh fish from around Japan and obanzai (Kyoto-style home cooking) from Kyoto.

The first floor has plenty of table seating that makes it easy to stop by casually. On the second floor, there is also Sunken kotatsu seating where you can relax comfortably.

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The "Eetoko five-item assortment" lets you enjoy the catch of the day as sashimi. Orders start from 2 servings.

For group meals, the courses are also recommended, with sashimi, obanzai (Kyoto-style home cooking), and other popular menu items to enjoy.

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They stock a wide range of Japanese sake, centered on local Kyoto labels and Special selections sourced from around Japan, with a rich variety on offer.

In addition, they have a broad lineup that includes standard menu items, original fruit chu-hai (fruit shochu highballs), and even non-alcoholic drinks.

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A hideaway izakaya in Kawaramachi where you can enjoy creative dishes made with carefully selected seasonal ingredients.

Inside, there are counter seats with a lively feel and Private room seating that is perfect when you want to value your privacy.

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The menu offers a wide variety of dishes, including seafood bought fresh at the market every morning, Teppan-yaki, and oden (Japanese stew).

The popular “Warayaki to Sashimi Assortment” lets you enjoy straw-seared seasonal fish such as bonito and buri (yellowtail), along with several kinds of sashimi.

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For drinks, the menu features Kyoto local sake and other options specially selected by the owner to pair well with the food.

For dinner gatherings and banquets, the A la carte All you can drink plan, which includes draft beer and daily specials, is also recommended.

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This izakaya serves creative dishes made with plenty of ingredients from Kyoto, including Kyo-gamo (Kyoto duck), which they select with a focus on freshness.

Inside, the space is stylish and makes the most of a machiya (traditional townhouse) atmosphere. There are counter seats, table seats, and Semi-private room seating as well.

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The menu centers on Kyoto-gamo (Kyoto duck) dishes, and also includes options with Italian touches.

The "Kyoto-gamo shabu-shabu (Kyoto duck hotpot)" is said to be excellent, with a great balance between the rich sliced loin and the broth.

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The drink selection is wide ranging, from local labels such as Kyoto Fushimi (Kyoto Fushimi) local sake and Tanba Wine to photo worthy cocktails.

For group dinners, courses with All you can drink that you can choose based on your preferences are also recommended.

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An izakaya near Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station where you can enjoy a wide variety of Kyo Aka Jidori (Kyoto red chicken) dishes.

The interior, renovated from a Kyo-machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse), has a calm and softly lit Japanese-modern atmosphere. There are counter and table seats.

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The yakitori made with Kyo Akajidori (Kyoto red chicken) includes about 20 mainly classic options, starting with "negima (chicken and scallion skewer)" and "seseri (neck meat)".

They adjust the grilling for each cut, so you can enjoy moist, juicy, and tasty skewers.

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For drinks, they offer a lineup of more than 10 kinds of Japanese sake Special selected from around Japan, ranging from sweet to dry.

If you are not sure what to choose, you can also try a tasting flight of three labels, including their house-made Japanese sake sangria.

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About a 4-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station, this izakaya is popular for its yakitori made with Kyo Aka Jidori (Kyoto red free-range chicken) grilled over binchotan (high-grade white charcoal).

The interior has a chic design, creating a stylish and modern space. There are counter and table seats.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) is said to be grilled until crisp, bringing out a rich and tasty flavor.

A la carte orders come in sets of two skewers each. The "Taisho Omakase 6-skewer assortment" lets you try six different skewers one by one, so it is perfect when you want to try a variety.

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The side menu also offers a range of dishes made with ingredients carefully selected by the owner.

The "Koso Salad" uses organic vegetables, and you may also get to try unusual vegetables such as ice plant.

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This izakaya near Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station serves carefully made charcoal grilled dishes with a tare (sweet-savory sauce) that has been added to since the restaurant first opened.

Both the exterior and interior make use of a machiya (traditional Kyoto townhouse), giving the place a stylish atmosphere.

It is a popular restaurant with multiple locations across Kyoto City, so making a reservation is recommended.

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The yakitori (Japanese grilled chicken skewers) uses high quality Kyo Nanatani Aka Jidori (Kyoto Nanatani Red Free Range Chicken) raised at a poultry farm in Kyoto and is grilled over binchotan (high grade Japanese charcoal).

In addition to the standard options, they also offer rare cuts such as the "sot-l'y-laisse skewer," and many people seem to order an assortment.

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The "Kyo-Shichitani Akajidori (Kyoto Shichitani Red Chicken) Tori Zosui" is a rice dish made with a soup stock slowly simmered from the bones of Kyo-Shichitani Akajidori.

It is recommended not only To finish a meal gathering, but also on cold days.

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A hideaway style izakaya (Japanese pub) in a spot not far from Shijo Kawaramachi, Kyoto’s downtown district.

The interior is a warm space with plenty of wood throughout. There are counter seats for casual visits and table seats where you can relax comfortably.

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The menu centers on dishes that make generous use of vegetables, with a full lineup of fish and meat dishes as well.

The "Nagaimo French fries" are a popular menu item, letting you enjoy a texture a little different from regular potatoes.

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The drink menu is extensive, with plenty of options that pair well with the food, from draft beer to non-alcoholic drinks.

For Japanese sake, they offer Special labels from around Japan selected to match the season.

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This izakaya is popular not only for its à la carte menu made with seasonal ingredients, but also for its All you can eat and drink plan.

The interior has a bright atmosphere that makes it easy to drop in casually. In the back, there are also stylish designer Private room seats.

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The yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) are cooked over charcoal, giving them a juicy and tasty flavor.

There are five menu options centered on the classics, and you can choose flavors such as garlic, mayo, and cheese.

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The "All you can eat and drink course" lets you enjoy All you can eat from about 110 mainly Japanese dishes, including a wide variety of "niku-zushi (meat sushi)", creative dishes, and snacks.

For drinks, you get All you can drink highballs, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options. For an extra charge, you can also add beer and wine.

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This izakaya, known for its niku-tempura (meat tempura), is located in the Pontocho area, about a 1-minute walk from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station.

The interior is a luxurious space with a modern Japanese design! The restaurant also has casual standing seats at the restaurant.

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The meat tempura "Katsuten Kushi" features bite-size pieces of beef lightly battered and deep-fried.

When eaten with the restaurant's original sauce, made by blending beef broth and red chili pepper, it is said to be exceptionally delicious.

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For group dining, the courses are also recommended, starting with niku tempura (meat tempura) and the sashimi platter Omakase 3-Shu Mori (chef’s choice 3-kind assortment), letting you enjoy Kyoto-style Japanese cuisine.

They also come with All you can drink, including draft beer, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.

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This izakaya serves creative Japanese cuisine made through a combo of techniques from chefs who worked at ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurants) and the latest cooking equipment.

Inside, the space has a calm Japanese-modern feel. There are counter seats and table seats that feel like Semi-private rooms.

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You can enjoy the menu either à la carte or as a course.

The popular "Kaiseki Course with Hassun assortment" is known for letting you enjoy hassun (small assorted seasonal dishes served on one plate), where you can taste a variety of dishes in small portions, along with Japanese cuisine made with plenty of seasonal ingredients.

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The drink menu centers on Special Japanese sake and shochu selected from around Japan, along with wine and non-alcoholic options, all chosen to pair well with the food.

If you are not sure what to choose, you can also ask for pairing advice.

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This izakaya serves kushi ni sasanai yakitori (skewerless grilled chicken) made with fresh chicken delivered directly from Nishiki Ichiba (Nishiki Market).

The interior has a stylish Japanese modern feel. In addition to easy-to-use counter seats, there is also Sunken kotatsu seating in the back with a view of a tsuboniwa (small courtyard garden).

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For the yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), you use the heated stone set at each table to grill it yourself before eating.

The menu features a lineup centered on Special brand-name chicken sourced from around Japan. You can order it A la carte or as an assortment.

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For group meals, the courses with All you can drink are also recommended.

The "Ishiyaki Jidori Torikura Basic Course" lets you enjoy ishiyaki (stone-grilled) jidori (local chicken) and seafood, and To finish, you can also try the "Saikyo no Carbonara (Ultimate Carbonara)."

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A popular sumibiyaki (charcoal-grilled) izakaya in Kyoto, set in a renovated Kyoto machiya (traditional townhouse) that is more than 90 years old.

Inside, there is lively counter seating with a front-row feel, as well as atmospheric table seating with a view of the inner garden.

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The charcoal grilled menu offers a wide variety of dishes, including fish, meat, and vegetables.

The "shima hokke (Atka mackerel) overnight dried" is said to be grilled until plump and tender, and it pairs perfectly with the topping of moromi miso (fermented soybean malt miso).

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The menu also includes dishes that give a real Kyoto feel, such as Kujo negi (Kyoto green onions) sukiyaki and nama-fu (wheat gluten) dengaku with white miso / crunchy soy sauce.

Another nice point is the wide variety of drinks, with a lineup centered on local Kyoto sake.

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About a 3-minute walk from Shijo Station, this hidden izakaya (Japanese pub) in a building basement is designed around the image of a "Kyoto hideaway."

The menu includes okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancake) and other dishes, all carefully made with a focus on being non-gluten, from the ingredients to the seasonings.

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The recommended “Kyo-yuba (Kyoto tofu skin) okonomiyaki (savory pancake)” is said to be a collaboration menu item with Kyo Yuba Yubasho, founded in 1885.

The sauce is made with soy milk and vegetable dashi (Japanese soup stock), so you can enjoy its healthy and tasty flavor.

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The popular "Teppan-yaki Stamina Course" lets you enjoy dishes such as "Omi gyu (Omi beef) hoso (beef small intestine) and Kujo negi (Kujo green onion) stamina-yaki" and the restaurant's original "tonpei-yaki (pork omelet)".

For an extra charge, you can also add an All you can drink option.

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A creative izakaya (Japanese-style pub) about a 1-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, serving Japanese cuisine from Kyoto and Niigata.

Inside, there are plenty of Semi-private room and Private room seats where you can dine in a private setting. There are also seats with a night view.

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The "obanzai (Kyoto-style home cooking) 5-shu (5 kinds)" lets you enjoy small portions of side dishes long loved as Kyoto home cooking.

Made with seasonal Kyo-yasai (Kyoto vegetables) and other ingredients, they are said to be perfect as a palate cleanser or to go with drinks.

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The drinks menu centers on Special Japanese sake selected from around Japan, with a wide variety of options to enjoy.

They also offer Kyoto labels that pair well with the food, such as the “Kyoto Yuzu Craft Chu-Hi.”

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This izakaya is produced by Sasaki Shuzo (Sasaki Sake Brewery), one of Kyoto’s leading kura (sake breweries), with a history of more than 130 years.

The exterior, renovated from a machiya (traditional townhouse), has a hidden retreat feel. Inside, a stylish Japanese modern space opens up.

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The menu offers a wide range of dishes made with Kyoto ingredients, including Kyo-gamo (Kyoto duck), yuba (tofu skin), and hamo (pike conger).

The "Kyo-gamo Roast" is tender and full of rich flavor. It is also said to taste great with Kujo-negi (Kujo green onion) as an accent.

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For drinks, you can enjoy a wide range of options, from Japanese sake "Jurakudai" to cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.

With the Japanese sake selection, you can also compare different tastes such as fruity and dry.

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An izakaya (Japanese-style pub) with a stylish atmosphere, about a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station, in a renovated traditional Kyoto townhouse.

Inside, there are counter seats for standing drinks and table seats where you can relax and enjoy your meal.

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The menu centers on Teppan-yaki dishes and also offers a full lineup of small plates that go perfectly with drinks.

The "24-hour aged Kara-age" is said to be well seasoned, with a crispy outside and juicy inside.

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From Sunday to Thursday, the reasonably priced "All you can eat and drink course" is also recommended.

You can eat as much as you like from the wide variety of food menu items, including the "tori paitan (chicken white broth) oden assortment".

For drinks, highballs, sours, and non-alcoholic beverages come with free refills.

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This creative izakaya offers fresh seafood sourced from the central market and Okinawan cuisine.

The stylish interior is perfect for dates and dinner gatherings! There are counter and table seats, as well as hideaway-like Private room seating.

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The "honmaguro (Pacific bluefin tuna) assortment" is a popular menu item that can be ordered from 2 servings.

It includes lean cuts and otoro (fatty tuna), along with rare parts such as cheek meat, so you can enjoy trying a variety of flavors.

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The "Okinawa Course" is a recommended plan that lets you enjoy a wide variety of Okinawan dishes, including a hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) assortment.

For drinks, you can also get All you can drink options such as Okinawan alcohol like Orion Nama Beer (Orion draft beer), awamori (Okinawan distilled spirit) Zanpa, and tropical cocktails.

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About a 1-minute walk from Keihan Jingu-Marutamachi Station, this stylish sumibiyaki toriizakaya (charcoal grilled chicken izakaya) has a chic atmosphere.

Inside, there are counter seats and table seats. Since it is a popular restaurant in Kyoto, they recommend visiting with a reservation.

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The menu offers a wide variety, from yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) and creative skewers to à la carte dishes.

The "Tori to Tokusei Tsukune" is said to be good even on its own, and mixing it with egg yolk lets you enjoy a richer, milder taste as well.

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The “dachou (ostrich) yukhoe” has a pleasantly firm texture and is said to be a perfect match for drinks.

The drink menu is also extensive, with Special Japanese sake carefully selected from around Japan, as well as wine and cocktails, all of which pair well with the food.

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An izakaya in the Marutamachi area where you can enjoy hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) dishes and creative Japanese cuisine.

The interior is styled with sleek decor, creating a chic atmosphere! There are counter and table seats.

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The “Maguro Tamatebako” is a popular menu item that lets you enjoy maguro (tuna) selected for its freshness, sourced directly from a dealer that handles hon-maguro (Pacific bluefin tuna).

It is said to let you compare and taste about 10 different cuts, including akami (lean meat) and chutoro (medium fatty tuna).

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The drinks selection is wide, centered on Special Japanese sake from around the country, and also includes wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options.

You can enjoy Japanese sake through the "Namina-mi Jizake" menu, where it is poured right up to the brim in a Champagne glass.