Gohan-dokoro Yaosada — Restaurant in Kyoto

Gohan-dokoro Yaosada (ごはん処 矢尾定): Perfectly Average! Gohan-dokoro Yaosada is the definition of average. We stopped in for a meal, and everything was perfectly okay, but nothing stood out as exceptional or memorable. The food itself was fine. It was well-prepared, tasted fresh, and was exactly what you'd expect from this type of eatery. The portion sizes were notably good—we certainly didn't leave hungry, which is a big plus. Service was efficient enough, and the atmosphere was unremarkable. There's genuinely nothing to complain about, but conversely, there's nothing to truly praise, either. If you are in the area and simply need a reliable, filling meal without any surprises, this place will do the job. It’s a solid, very...

A cozy restaurant serving amazing seafood. They are most notable for their grilled fish as there are only 7 items on the menu 5 of which are different kinds of grilled fish. This place seemed to be a local favorite. By the time we showed up a few of the dishes were sold out. Didn’t matter since all the dishes we had were remarkable. I would highly recommend this spot if you are in the mood for a very delicious light clean...

One of the best Japanese lunch spots in Shijo area. Affordable prices, good portions, and nice setting in a traditional Machiya house. It’s quite popular so expect to wait 20-30 minutes during the peak lunch hour. Honestly I don’t want frivolous tourists who don’t understand the quality of food to come here just to “try” Japanese food. If you truly appreciate what Kyoto locals have been enjoying for years, this is the...