[Kyoto Prefecture] 10 Great Places for Delicious Yakisoba (fried noodles), Mainly in Kyoto City

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Yakisoba Stand By Me is a restaurant in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, where you can eat yakisoba (Japanese fried noodles) made with house-made noodles. It is run by the owner, who is said to have built up experience at the ramen shop Menya Yuko.

There is counter seating only, so it is easy to stop by even on your own.

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The house-made noodles are made by blending Domestic wheat flour with udon flour, which gives them a firm, springy bite. You can choose from two flavors: sauce or salt.

The photo shows the salt version of the "MIX yakisoba (mixed fried noodles)." It has a simple salty flavor, and when you break the egg yolk, the taste turns mild.

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This is the sauce for the "niku yakisoba (fried noodles with meat)."

The sauce is said to blend an original kaeshi (seasoning base), developed using techniques honed at a ramen shop, with sauce from a specialty sauce maker. It pairs well with the house-made noodles and has a rich aroma.

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Yumeya is an okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake) and Teppan-yaki restaurant that opened in 1985. It stands along the Kamo-gawa (Kamo River) in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, and is well loved by regulars.

The interior, lined with celebrities' autographs, is said to have a warm, homey atmosphere.

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The "Mix Shio Yakisoba (mixed salt yakisoba)" is a yakisoba dish made with plenty of vegetables.

The thin noodles are quickly stir-fried over high heat, and while simple, the flavor is said to be addictive. The noodles are finished slightly firm, and some reviews say, "I can't stop eating it."

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The "Yumeyaki" is a Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki (savory pancake) with noodles inside. It is made by sandwiching pork, beef, and squid together with cabbage between thin layers of batter.

By keeping the Teppan-yaki temperature a little lower, they create a soft and fluffy texture in the batter.

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Manmaru no Tsuki Nishiki Ten is located on the first floor of a building facing Nishikikoji-dori in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City. It serves Teppan-yaki and okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancake) made with ingredients from Kyoto.

The interior has a warm atmosphere. It offers counter seating and Sunken kotatsu seating, so you can enjoy your meal at a relaxed pace.

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The "Meibutsu Kaisen Shio Yakisoba (signature seafood salt yakisoba)" is packed with seafood like shrimp and squid, along with plenty of cabbage, paprika, and green onions.

The creamy sauce is said to have a rich taste like carbonara.

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The "manbo-yaki" is a dish made with a batter cooked until crisp on the surface, then topped with cabbage and noodles and finished with a sweet-savory sauce and Kujo negi (Kyoto green onions).

The cabbage is said to be full of the rich flavor of Horumon and have a soft, melty texture.

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"Mr.Young Men" is a casual restaurant in Kyoto City's Teramachi Kyogoku Shotengai (shopping arcade). It mainly serves okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancakes), but its yakisoba (fried noodles) is also popular.

The interior is simple, with table seating only. White is the main color, with brick walls adding an accent.

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The "Shio Yakisoba (salt sauce fried noodles)" is a light dish made with a salt-based sauce and a nice lemon flavor.

You can choose from three ingredients: pork, ika (squid), or shrimp, and a mixed option is also available. Along with lemon, it also comes with beni shoga (pickled ginger) and negi (green onion), giving it a fresh aftertaste.

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The "Young Men Lunch" is a set menu that lets you enjoy yakisoba (fried noodles) and okonomiyaki (savory pancake) in half sizes. Both are made with plenty of pork, and it is said to be more filling than it looks.

It also comes with omusubi (rice balls) and miso soup, making it a highly satisfying menu.

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This is a restaurant on Ayakoji-dori in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, where you can enjoy nama-men yakisoba (fried noodles made with fresh noodles) and highballs.

The interior has a bright wood toned look and an easygoing atmosphere that makes it easy to step in. In addition to table seating, there are also counter seats where you can watch the cooking area.

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For yakisoba (Japanese fried noodles), they offer two types of fresh noodles: medium-thick noodles and extra-thin noodles. They boil them after each order comes in, then finish them on a high-heat Teppan-yaki griddle.

The "classic sauce yakisoba" in the photo is made with pork belly, abura-kasu (fried beef fat), cabbage, and other ingredients.

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They also offer creative yakisoba (Japanese stir fried noodles) dishes inspired by cuisines from around the world.

The "Tantan Yakisoba" is made with minced seseri (neck meat), white leek, and chingensai (bok choy), among other ingredients. Its just right level of heat seems to win a lot of people over.

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This is a Teppan-yaki diner near Yasaka Jinja (Yasaka Shrine) in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto.

Inside, there are table seats surrounding the Teppan-yaki grill and counter seats. The homey atmosphere is part of its charm, and guests can relax and enjoy their meal.

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The "Stamina Yakisoba" is a dish made with beef tendon, konnyaku (firm yam cake), cabbage, and more.

It uses carefully selected fresh noodles and is known for their chewy texture. The unique texture of the konnyaku is said to be addictive.

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This is “Jaga Mentaiko Cheese.” It is a Teppan-yaki dish made with sliced potatoes topped with cheese, mentaiko (pollock roe), and chopped nori (seaweed).

The crispy, browned cheese smells great, and the just-right saltiness of the mentaiko is said to be irresistible.

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Sofuren Kyoto Shichijo Omiya Ten is a yakisoba (Japanese fried noodles) restaurant located near Kyoto Aquarium in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is known as the original home of Hita yakisoba (Hita-style fried noodles), a local specialty from Hita City in Oita Prefecture.

Inside, there is counter seating on the first floor and table seating on the second floor, so you can use it for different occasions.

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Sofuren-yaki is a popular yakisoba (fried noodles) at this restaurant. You can choose from small, regular, or large sizes.

Instead of lightly stir-frying boiled noodles like standard yakisoba, they cook them thoroughly to give them a nicely browned, crisp sear.

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Another feature is the negi (green onions) sourced from contract farmers and the house-made noodles. For the pork, they use mochi-buta (a pork breed known for its rich flavor), which is said to be thick-cut yet tender.

At the table, beni shoga (pickled red ginger), ichimi (ground chili pepper), and pepper are provided, so you can also enjoy changing up the flavor.

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Kinta Kyoto Katsura Ten is a Teppan-yaki restaurant that has long been loved in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is said to be an easy place to drop by for get-togethers with friends or after work.

The menu features carefully chosen ingredients, including Domestic blended wheat flour and cabbage delivered fresh every day.

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"Kinta no Yakisoba" is a dish made with thick, satisfying noodles paired with pork, squid, and cabbage.

The key to its flavor is a custom-made sauce. It was created to pair well with the noodles, and it has a rich sweetness.

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The “green onion salt Beef Tongue” in the photo is a dish of quickly grilled Beef Tongue topped with plenty of green onions.

It has a light taste with just the right amount of salt, and the slight sharpness and crisp texture of the green onions add a nice accent.

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Yakisoba Orai is a yakisoba specialty restaurant in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, known as a place that is easy to visit even on your own.

The interior is compact, with counter seating only. They also offer alcoholic drinks, so you can enjoy a drink with yakisoba as a snack.

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There are 5 kinds of yakisoba (fried noodles) flavors in total, including sauce, soy sauce butter, and salt and vinegar. You can also add toppings such as raw egg and mayonnaise.

The sauce flavor is a yakisoba with a nice spicy kick. The noodles are moderately thick and are said to coat well with the sauce.

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The "Shio to Su" is a salt yakisoba (pan-fried noodles) with the refreshing taste of vinegar as its signature. The rich flavor of ago-bushi (flying fish flakes) comes through, making it an inventive yet memorable dish.

Adding the mayonnaise on the table gives it a deeper, richer taste.

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Nishiki Warai Matsuiyamate Ten is an okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancake) and Teppan-yaki restaurant in Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture.

The partitioned table seating offers a Private room feel. The restaurant also has Sunken kotatsu seating, so you can relax and enjoy your meal at ease.

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The “sauce yakisoba (fried noodles with sauce)” is a dish that pairs chewy, springy noodles with a rich, fragrant sauce that is not too sweet.

The pork and cabbage are also cooked just right, and it is said to be more filling than it looks.

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The most popular item, "Warai-yaki," is okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancake) finished in an omusoba-style.

The soft noodles mix with the runny soft-cooked egg for a taste you'll want again and again. They can also make it without mayonnaise if you ask.