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Kiyama

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·491k reviews·,

Michelin-starred Kiyama in Kyoto offers a refined kaiseki journey, celebrating pristine ingredients and the art of dashi.

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Kiyama

Kiyama

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Michelin-starred Kiyama in Kyoto offers a refined kaiseki journey, celebrating pristine ingredients and the art of dashi.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"An exquisite culinary ritual showcasing the delicate art of Japanese cuisine."

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Secure Counter Seating

Opt for counter seats for a more immersive experience watching the chefs at work.

Lunch Offers Great Value

Consider lunch over dinner for similar quality at a more affordable price.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 10PM

Cuisine

Kaiseki, Japanese

Price

$$$

Phone

+81 75-256-4460

Address

ヴェルドール御所, 136 Kinuyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0804, Japan

Michelin Star

Michelin Star

Excellent Cuisine, where diners can expect skilfully crafted and exceptional dishes

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Michelin-Starred Kaiseki

Michelin-Starred Kaiseki

Experience exquisite Japanese cuisine crafted by Michelin-starred Chef Yoshiro Kiyama. A culinary ritual in a cozy atmosphere.

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Meticulous Dashi Preparation

Meticulous Dashi Preparation

Witness the creation of dashi from scratch using high-quality ingredients like bonito flakes. A delicate and flavorful base.

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Exceptional Value Lunch Course

Exceptional Value Lunch Course

Enjoy top-notch quality meals at a more affordable price point during lunchtime. Offers great value for an exquisite experience.

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Secure Counter Seating

Opt for counter seats for a more immersive experience watching the chefs at work.

Lunch Offers Great Value

Consider lunch over dinner for similar quality at a more affordable price.

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Book Well in Advance

Reservations are highly recommended, especially for counter seating. Use Pocket Concierge.

Don't Skip the Rice Bowls

Sample the variety of rice bowls offered; they are a highly recommended part of the meal.

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Secure Counter Seating

Opt for counter seats for a more immersive experience watching the chefs at work.

Lunch Offers Great Value

Consider lunch over dinner for similar quality at a more affordable price.

Book Well in Advance

Reservations are highly recommended, especially for counter seating. Use Pocket Concierge.

Don't Skip the Rice Bowls

Sample the variety of rice bowls offered; they are a highly recommended part of the meal.

Silent Mode on Phones

Please keep mobile phones on silent mode to maintain the serene dining ambiance.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Kiyama offers an exquisite kaiseki experience, praised for its meticulously prepared dashi and high-quality ingredients. Diners often highlight the value of the lunch course and the warm hospitality. However, some reviews mention that the food can be bland for certain palates, and seating in private rooms may detract from the intimate counter experience.

"A stunning meal—amazing food, and incredible attention to detail. The chefs were also so nice and helped explain each dish.

They shaved fresh bonito, which was really cool to see, and let us taste the two different kinds. Chef Kiyama also boiled the bonito and made dashi right in front of us. The food overall was amazing—very delicate, fresh, and delicious. A few things that stood out: the egg yolk that was almost red in color, the 5 or 6 different rice dishes that they let us sample, and surprisingly, the citrus juice was one of my favorite things! All the seafood dishes were also super good. The final item was a thick matcha that Kiyama himself made.

At the end of the meal we also got to take a photo with Chef Kiyama! He came all the way downstairs to bid us farewell, super nice of him.

Very serene and thoughtful experience, and a killer deal for the price point during lunch. After this expedience, I’d definitely come back for the pricier dinner service."

Katherine Liu

"The food here was just amazing. We tried many different dishes and all of them cooked to perfection. The wine pairing was also quite good with the food and also we were full after the whole meal since they offered 5 different types of rice. Incredible experience and a really amazing selection of ingredients.

I put 4 stars is because they didn’t give us a counter sit and they put us in an isolated room. The atmosphere is for sure not the same sitting in an isolated room as in the counter and also we didn’t feel as well taken care of (eg water was not refilled often etc), when we pay 500 USD for a meal, these things are expected.
Other than that it was great."

George St

"High value of the lunch reservation. Food fresh and well treated. Light flavors. Took about 2.5 hr for lunch. I will go back again if time allows."

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What People Like

Exquisite dashi and high-quality ingredients
Exceptional value of the lunch course
Warm hospitality and personalized service

What People Dislike

Food sometimes lacking strong flavors
Private room seating less engaging than counter

Frequently Asked Questions

For a more immersive experience, counter seating is recommended as it allows you to observe the chefs at work.

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While dinner can be upscale, the lunch course offers exceptional value with similar quality at a more affordable price.

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Reservations are highly recommended and can be made in advance through services like Pocket Concierge.

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Chef Kiyama meticulously crafts dashi using high-quality bonito flakes and pure well water, akin to fine champagne.

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Specific dietary accommodations are not explicitly mentioned, but it's advisable to inquire when booking.

The restaurant is described as having a cozy, serene, and thoughtful atmosphere, with warm hospitality.

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