Ryouridocoro Hana — Restaurant in Kyoto

Writing as a european: Dinner, modern izakaya with a good mix of japanese and italian dishes. Very friendly atmosphere, food with clever accents. I strongly recommend you have "Google Lens" on your mobile phone for the translation of the menu and are not in a hurry because this is no fast food but slow food. Three smaller and one huge wooden table, the full course only availible when reservating before coming in, some dishes will take longer, eg. char coal grilled meat. Lot of red and white wines availible, some cocktails, beer, sake, soft drinks. I enjoyed it with my companion.

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This restaurant is an absolute MUST in Kyoto. If you are hesitant to stray from Japanese food on your trip, dont be - this is some of the best Italian food and wine in the WORLD (yes including Italy). The owner is exceptionally kind and inviting (and a fantastic sommelier). The food was very true to its Italian roots with a fresh Japanese twist.

Would recommend the broad bean stuffed tortolini with gorgonzola cheese and the red wine braised beef with organic...

The best meal I ate in Japan - no qualifications. Everything was perfectly cooked, drinks were on point, and the atmosphere was great. Would highly, highly recommend if you're in the area and would also say it's worth a trip off the beaten path - though note it's a smaller location so you may run into issues if you catch them on...