Ippukujaya Teahouse — Restaurant in Kyoto

One of the best spot hands down in the Sanzen-in area!!!! We ordered the special Sanzen-in soba and the cold Dororo soba. It's absolutely amazing considering the noodles are just right and the soup is ultra flavourful: there are layers of elements that give these 2 simple soba the complex profile that tingles your taste buds. And the pricing is unbelievably affordable for such well crafted noodle dishes.

Also this restaurant is more quaint and authentic compared to the other newer ones within this area where the majority of the tourists would flock to. Together with the collection of authentic retro kids toys (from the 60-70s era like those plastic babies, paper balls and styrofoam airplanes) makes this place unique and worth visiting. And the grandmother that runs this place is very lovely as well. I definitely recommend anyone to visit...

My partner and I stumbled upon Ippukujaya Teahouse while exploring the area for lunch near the shrine, and we were pleasantly surprised by our experience. The owners were friendly, and despite the menu being solely in Japanese, we managed just fine with the help of Google Translate. The traditional setup with tatami cushions added to the authentic atmosphere. We opted for the Sanzen Udon and Curry Udon set. While the dishes were tasty overall, they deviated from the usual light broth udon we were accustomed to. The Sanzen Udon had a slightly gooey texture, and the curry was more soupy than expected. Nevertheless, both dishes were enjoyable. Overall, Ippukujaya Teahouse offers an authentic dining experience with...

This place is absolutely adorable! It may look closed at times, but it’s open and connected to the souvenir shop out front. A must-visit spot! It’s a family-owned restaurant, and the grandma who runs it is incredibly sweet. She doesn’t speak much English but understands what you need.

We ordered two of the curry bowls, and the portions were huge for the price—definitely worth it! Everything was delicious. One of the best parts is the traditional seating—you take off your shoes and sit cross-legged on the floor, which was surprisingly comfortable. When we visited, the place was empty, so we had the whole space to ourselves. The atmosphere was warm and cozy, making for a perfect...