Aug. 31, 2023 UPDATE

Masaki

- 柾木 -
Traveler Friendly
There is no menu in English, and the owner does not speak English, but he will gladly communicate as best he can with you through gestures.
Menu
Japanese only
Languages spoken
Japanese only
1376 5 --- 0 reviews
Aug. 31, 2023 UPDATE

Masaki

- 柾木 -
Traveler Friendly
There is no menu in English, and the owner does not speak English, but he will gladly communicate as best he can with you through gestures.
Menu
Japanese only
Languages spoken
Japanese only
1376 5 --- 0 reviews
Story & Recommendation
A new kind of Kyoto cuisine in a down-to-earth vibe
About 15 minutes’ walk south from Nijo Castle is this restaurant. Masaki is in a quiet residential street not far from the Sanjo shopping arcade, a place where locals come and go to shop. This inviting restaurant is run by a warm and friendly owner-chef. The chef has a storied career preparing kaiseki-style cuisine at Kyoto restaurants like Kodaiji-Wakuden and Mizuki - The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto. It’s a delight to be able to enjoy authentic kaiseki cuisine at a reasonable price. The standout appeal of Masaki is the generous portions of delicious food carefully selected and prepared by the owner. If you want to relax, have fun, and eat Japanese food, this is it. What is great is that the chef is a fan of Western food, too, so he actively incorporates non-Japanese touches into the menu. All the same, the fare is decidedly Japanese, with these little twists kept to a subtle degree. Each and every dish at Masaki is unique in this way and well thought-out -- and they’re delicious and satisfying. The chef does not speak English, but his hospitality cannot be beat. He will be sure to greet you with a smile. If you want to eat delicious Japanese cuisine in Kyoto, this is a great bet!
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Details
Open Hours
Lunch:12:00~13:30(Last Entry 13:30) Dinner:18:00~20:00(Last Entry 20:00)
Reservations
This restaurant requires advance reservations. You’ll need to have your hotel’s concierge or someone else book it for you.
Closed
Irregular holidays
Price range
¥15,000 - ¥20,000
Credit cards
VISA, MASTER, AMEX / Accepted
Good for
Romantic, With Friends
Number of seats
9 seats
Private dining rooms
Nothing
Non smoking / smoking
Non smoking
Make sure to be absolutely on time for your reservation. Since the restaurant is in a residential area, observe quiet so as not to disturb the nearby residents.
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