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guitar.hero
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My Kyoto Food Adventures: Hits and Misses
Caroline
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We recently dined at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu as a group of four and were absolutely impressed by the experience! We ordered the Tenderloin, Chunk Tail, and Minced Meat Katsu, and every dish exceeded our expectations. The Tenderloin was perfectly cooked to a medium-rare, with a juicy and tender texture that melted in our mouths. The Chunk Tail had a bold, rich flavor, while the Minced Meat Katsu was crisp on the outside and packed with savory goodness on the inside. Each dish was accompanied by an array of sauces and seasonings, allowing us to customize every bite to our taste. What made the experience even more memorable was the personal grill provided at the table. It let us adjust the doneness of the meat, creating a fun and interactive dining experience. The presentation was impeccable, with attention to detail in every element, from the crisp cabbage salad to the perfectly steamed rice and hearty miso soup. The ambiance of the restaurant was warm and inviting, and the staff was attentive and helpful, guiding us through the menu and grilling process. Overall, Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu delivers an authentic and delightful Japanese dining experience. It's a must-visit for meat lovers and anyone looking to try premium gyukatsu in a cozy setting. We'll definitely be back!
Kawinnathi Rattanayan
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We came here for dinner due to the good reviews on google and had the opposite experience. The reason their reviews are so high is because they were asking people to rate their experience highly and shoving us/them the direct QR code to do so. Upon arrival the staff seemed visibly disorganised and inefficient. The waiting list system and available seats were not being utilised to the extent of people actually asking about it and why they were waiting without reason. We waited around 35min in the queue. After being seated we had to wait over 10min to order and the chef actually got on the floor to take ours, since the serving staff were busy on their phones and talking to each other. We ordered the wagyu and the special Japanese beef sets and got taken aback by its lack of quality and flavour. The quality of the beef was definitely not what they were advertising and that is without even mentioning the quality of the side dishes. The meat was chewy, hard, bloody and untender; 1/3 of my "premium Japanese beef" was pure fat; (see photo) The side dishes were extremely dull, the salt/pepper mix (essential pepper mix) was just MSG; The wasabi tasted like coloured horseradish and not even of quality; The grilling plate wasn't actually cleaned between guests; (see photo) The egg was essentially just holding its shape and that was also about it. It was not the silky, custardy nor perfectly cooked like other eggs we've had; The miso soup tasted like it came out of a package; The place was only occupied with tourists, which should have been the first give away; All gyukatsu places I have eaten and been to had their own special sauce, here they had gravy..; Both chefs were definitely not Japanese, since they were "too Western" looking to be so; This experience was for the both of us probably the most underwhelming to worst meal we have had so far in Japan. We're still quite shocked with how bad this was from A to Z. On top of that, the bathroom was extremely filthy and you could see dried urine and more on the toilet itself (see photos) I will not come again, and recommend everyone to keep walking and find a proper local Japanese restaurant. And for this we paid nearly 9500yen..
Sharon Stone
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Staff was extremely helpful and kind. Ueno (Chelsea) was awesome and spoke perfect English and helped us greatly. Go for the Wagyu, you will not regret it - some of the best steak we’ve had in Japan, and the sauces and runny egg made for excellent variety in each bite. Definitely pour your egg over the rice. I gave atmosphere only 4 stars because my parents are a bit older and after a long wait only the counter stools were available for us to sit. This issue could be easily solved if the restaurant put a “request table instead of counter, yes/no” field on the signup sheet outside the door. Overall a great experience and even more amazing Gyukatsu. HIGHLY recommend coming here when you visit Kyoto. Huge thanks to my friend for pointing this restaurant out. Advice: come just before or after the lunch wave. We arrived around 1 pm and waited about 45 minutes. Great find! Great Gyukatsu! 🥩 they also have AMAZING ice-cold Coke in glass bottles!!🧊
Brody Braunstein
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I was very excited to try this, but frankly, it was very disappointing. This is probably the first food establishment in Japan that I gave such a low score. When I arrived at 1 plus pm, there was a queue of around 8 people ahead. You'll have to leave your name on a waiting list board hanging outside the shop. I waited for around 45 minutes. The wagyu cutlet was expensive at 3300yen. The beef itself was tough, and it lacked any form of marbling you'd expect to see on a true wagyu beef steak. Even after slightly pan frying it to medium rare, it was still tough and sinewy. The friend minced cutlet was much nicer than the wagyu beef. At 3300yen, you're really better off just ordering the usual tenderloin or something else rather than this disappointing wagyu beef. The highball was good, though, but of course because it's a yamazaki highball. The service was pretty good though.
SL Wong
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Nearby Attractions Of Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu (Kiyomizu Gojozaka)
Kiyomizu-dera
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Yasaka Shrine
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Nearby Restaurants Of Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu (Kiyomizu Gojozaka)
Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu - Gion Yasaka
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Saryo Tsujiri Tea House, Gion Main Store
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Address
6 Chome-583 Gojobashihigashi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0846, Japan
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+81 75-551-5366
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gyukatsu-kyotokatsugyu.com
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4.8
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attractions: Kiyomizu-dera, Yasaka Shrine, Yasaka-jinja Shrine, My Only Fragrance KIYOMIZU /custom-made fragrance shop, Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka, Kodaiji Temple, Kenninji Temple, Kyoto National Museum, Kōdai-ji Temple, restaurants: Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu - Gion Yasaka, Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Nineizaka Yasaka Chaya, % ARABICA Kyoto Higashiyama, Saryo Tsujiri Tea House, Gion Main Store, KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA at GION KIYOMIZU, Japanese Noodle ISSUN BOUSHI, Halal Wagyu Ramen & Yakiniku GYUMON Kyoto Gion, THE SODOH HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO|Restaurant, Itsukichaya at Kiyomizu, Musoshin

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