Wagyu teppanyaki steak house Nishiki MIYABI — Restaurant in Kyoto

Absolutely Outstanding Experience at Miyabi Steakhouse

From the moment we walked in, Miyabi Steakhouse impressed us on every level. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between elegant and welcoming — warm lighting, beautifully arranged tables, and just the right buzz of energy without ever feeling crowded or noisy.

The service was impeccable. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, explained the menu in detail, and anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. Drinks were refilled promptly, plates cleared with perfect timing, and every interaction felt genuine and professional.

The food itself was phenomenal. Watching the chef prepare our meal right in front of us was both entertaining and a true showcase of skill. The hibachi performance was engaging and fun for adults and kids alike, blending humor, precision, and artistry. Beyond the show, the quality of the food exceeded expectations: the steak was perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful, the seafood incredibly fresh, and the vegetables crisp with just the right seasoning. Every bite was packed with flavor and prepared exactly to our liking.

What makes Miyabi really stand out, however, is the attention to detail. From the presentation of each dish to the way the staff ensured everyone at the table felt included in the experience, it’s clear they take pride in delivering excellence. Even the side dishes — rice, sauces, and appetizers — were thoughtfully crafted and delicious in their own right.

This is not just a dinner, but an experience. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, entertaining guests, or simply wanting an unforgettable night out, Miyabi Steakhouse delivers on every promise. We left with full stomachs, big smiles, and the certainty that we’ll be returning very soon.

Highly recommended — five stars...

Perfect 5 stars

I wanted to try actual proper Wagyu, not the turist-trap stuff, and this place was the perfect choice.

I was worried about not having made a reservation, but got seated right away.

I was worried about being underdressed, in my hiking-style clothes I had sweated in all day but the staff was immediately very kind and welcoming and didn't make me feel any less of a customer.

The menus are all in well written English, and my waiter spoke and understood English very well. Ordering was easy as can be.

I ordered the Kobe and Yamagata comparison, with a D set, including veggies, miso and rice, and there was also a pickled veggie appetizer. For drink a small glass of their in house Miyabi sake.

All the food was excellent, extremely tasty, well prepared and presented. I loved every piece and they all worked well together, like a symphony!

There's no denying (from my point of view) that it is an expensive meal. BUT if you are only in Japan this once, I'd highly recommend Miyabi. It's a wonderful experience, well worth the...

The restaurant is very overpriced, the taste is mediocre and not at all commensurate with the quality, in total we only had 80 grams of meat and three bowls of white rice for one person, a small bowl of miso soup (about 100 ml) and a side dish (50 grams) for each person. For such a dish, one person was charged more than 5,000 yen, and there were three of us. We paid a total of 15,510 yen and what did we get? We made a reservation for another store but went into their store by mistake, they still tricked us into going in when they knew my reservation information didn't match their store, when we were done eating we realized we went to the wrong store and the store we wanted to go to wanted to deduct our money because we didn't get to the restaurant on time, after the fact, we tried to get this store to help us get in touch with the correct restaurant and they just said it's none of my business, you guys wanted to come in,... The attitude is very bad. This information may help you guys screen for a store that has good service and is...