bar K-ya main building — Restaurant in Kyoto

stumbled upon this bar trying to find a nice spot for post-dinner drinks. we were lucky to grab the last two seats at the corner of the bar. atmosphere was perfect, just what we were looking for: generally quiet, dark/mysterious, proper drinks, lovely garden.

customer service wasn't up there; they weren't unfriendly, just lacked warmth (perhaps due to the language barrier). we didn't mind this because everything else more than made up for it. the bartender is a joy to watch. drinks wise, the yuzu salty dog is a MUST order. so good i had multiple.

perfect for 1 - 2 persons wanting a solid drink in a cozy, cool place. reminds me of similar...

Beautiful cover but inside you will face the fact that you simply will not be allowed in. I came to this place on the recommendation of friends. If you expect to be received as a respected guest and receive service, then do not even hope for this. I stood for almost half an hour waiting hoping that someone would notice that a client had come to them. As a result, I was almost kicked out of the place. I stood calmly and was sober. Behaved adequately. Otherwise, defenders of Japanese service about which legonds are composed will come running 🤣 0 out of 10. I do not recommend. Do not go here if you do not want to ruin your evening...

We were unintentionally inconsiderate (a little drunk sorry) but the service was excellent and the waitress was very tolerant. Contrary to what some reviews had to say we felt very welcomed and we even received a mascarpone on the house. Overall, this bar was chic and classy but if you’re a little drunk (tourists… I’m talking to you here) do try to be respectful. There were couples on dates and elderly enjoying...