Kikyo En Honten
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Restaurant in Gifu, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 150-seat yakiniku specialist in a quiet Gifu residential neighborhood, recognized on the Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST list since 2018. The menu centers on Hida and Mikawa wagyu served at JPY 6,000–7,999, with private rooms for 2–60 and 60-space parking making it a reliable choice for family celebrations or business groups who want generous portions and table-grilling flexibility.
About Kikyo En Honten
Kikyo En Honten in Gifu is a dinner-focused venue with a price range of JPY 6,000–7,999 and casual dress. Its listed hours are 5–10:30 PM Monday through Friday and 4–10:30 PM on Saturday and Sunday. The venue is also listed in the Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition.
Price, Recognition, What to Expect
The confirmed spend range is JPY 6,000–7,999. Kikyo En Honten is a Gifu dinner option with a casual dress code, evening hours, Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition. The menu, course formats, drink selections, seating types, room capacities, parking, reservation policies are not specified here.
Planning a Dinner in Gifu
Hours are straightforward: Monday through Friday from 5–10:30 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 4–10:30 PM. No lunch hours are listed, so plan around dinner. If comparing options, keep the comparison broad: Kikyo En Honten can be considered alongside other dining choices, including comparable venue references such as Mikazuki Bar, Sakae Pan, Tejaku Kappou Terada, Tonkatsu Keisui, Yakiniku Shun Yasai Fanbogi.
For guests deciding whether it fits the occasion, the grounded facts are limited but useful: Gifu location, casual dress, evening-only listed hours, JPY 6,000–7,999 pricing, Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition. For anything more specific, such as seating arrangements, dietary accommodations, exact menu items, children’s policies, private rooms, or special-event services, confirm directly before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒500-8273 Gifu, Kanoyabacho, 2 Chome−２９−29
- Website
- kikyoen.co.jp
- Phone
- +81 58-272-1881
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Kikyo En Honten presents as a focused yakiniku house that emphasizes premium wagyu — notably Hida Beef and Mikawa Beef — alongside tripe and Korean-influenced selections. The description highlights private rooms, which points to an attentive, meat-centric experience where the quality of beef is the main attraction. The restaurant is listed on Tabelog with user photos and reviews, suggesting a straightforward, specialty barbecue spot rather than a multifunctional dining destination. Smoking is not allowed, reinforcing a clean, comfort-focused environment around the tables where grilling is shared and centered on top-tier cuts.
Best For
This spot is best suited to dinner occasions where groups can gather around the grill to share premium wagyu. Private rooms make it appropriate for family meals, business dinners, or small celebrations that value privacy while enjoying high-quality Japanese beef. The yakiniku format naturally supports communal dining and longer evening meals rather than quick solo lunches. Listings and user reviews on Tabelog further indicate that diners come specifically for the meat offerings—Hida and Mikawa Beef—making it a destination choice for anyone seeking an elevated barbecue dinner in Gifu.
Ordering Tips
Prioritize the signature wagyu offerings: the listing calls out Hida Beef and Mikawa Beef, so consider ordering a selection of those cuts to compare textures and flavor. Yakiniku is inherently shareable, so plan dishes for the table and include some offal options like tripe if you’re curious. Because private rooms are available, reserve ahead when you need privacy or are dining with a group. Note the venue is listed as non-smoking, which keeps the focus on the meat. Check recent Tabelog reviews and photos to see portion sizes and popular orders before you go.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined, classic Japanese yakiniku house with stylish yet relaxed rooms, including tatami and sunken seating, creating a comfortable setting for birthdays, anniversaries, and family gatherings rather than a rowdy BBQ hall.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Premium Hida Beef yakiniku
- Mikawa Beef cuts
- Kikyo En special Dandan Noodles
- Spicy Beef Tendon Chige
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tonkatsu Keisui, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
- Sakae Pan, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Tejaku Kappou Terada, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Mikazuki Bar, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Yakiniku Shun Yasai Fanbogi, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 6,000–7,999, this yakiniku restaurant sits squarely in Gifu's mid-tier, offering better beef sourcing and more space than budget options like Sakae Pan (under JPY 999, bakery-cafe format) or Tonkatsu Keisui (JPY 3,000–3,999, tonkatsu focus), while undercutting the JPY 10,000–14,999 bracket of Yakiniku Shun Yasai Fanbogi, which emphasizes seasonal vegetables and smaller-group dining. For wagyu-focused celebrations, this venue delivers the most generous seating options and easiest parking; for a quieter, more intimate yakiniku meal, Yakiniku Shun Yasai Fanbogi trades space for refinement and a tighter menu.
Within Gifu's broader dining landscape, Tejaku Kappou Terada offers kappo-style Japanese cuisine at a similar JPY 5,000–5,999 dinner price, though with a counter format and chef-driven progression rather than DIY grilling. If you're looking for a post-dinner drink, Mikazuki Bar (JPY 3,000–3,999) serves izakaya-style plates in a more casual setting, or consider BAROSSA cocktailier for sake-based cocktails in a quieter room.
Book this venue when your group size exceeds four, when you want the flexibility to order and grill at your own pace, or when parking and accessibility matter more than downtown energy. For dates or smaller parties who prefer chef-driven pacing and a more subdued room, Tejaku Kappou Terada or one of Gifu's French bistros will serve you better.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Kikyo En Honten?
Dinner is the best option. Kikyo En Honten is listed as open 5–10:30 PM Monday–Friday and 4–10:30 PM Saturday–Sunday. No lunch hours are listed.
How far ahead should I book Kikyo En Honten?
The booking window or reservation requirement is not specified. Because the venue has Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition, it is sensible to check availability in advance, especially for weekends.
What are alternatives to Kikyo En Honten?
Other comparable venue references include Mikazuki Bar, Sakae Pan, Tejaku Kappou Terada, Tonkatsu Keisui, Yakiniku Shun Yasai Fanbogi. They are separate dining options to research.
What should I wear to Kikyo En Honten?
Casual dress is appropriate at Kikyo En Honten.
What should I order at Kikyo En Honten?
The menu does not specify particular dishes, cuts, set menus, drinks, or dietary options. Use the confirmed JPY 6,000–7,999 price range as a planning guide, confirm current menu details directly with the restaurant.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Kikyo En Honten?
No tasting-menu information is available. The confirmed facts are the Gifu location, casual dress code, evening hours, JPY 6,000–7,999 price range, Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition.
Is Kikyo En Honten good for a special occasion?
It works for dinner in Gifu, especially given its JPY 6,000–7,999 price range and Tabelog 100 Yakiniku EAST 2025 recognition. Confirm private rooms, group capacity, celebrations, or special services directly before planning an occasion.
