Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg
Sakyō, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Why go
A German-style bakery in Kyoto's Okazaki neighborhood, recognized twice by Tabelog Bread WEST "Tabelog 100" (2020, 2022) and operating since 2009. The take-out-focused format with six seats and a terrace keeps prices at JPY 1,000–1,999, making it an accessible option for casual celebrations or low-key mornings when you want craft baking without reservation stress.
About Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg
Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg is a Kyoto venue listing with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999 and a limited weekly schedule. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022, which makes it a notable option when the occasion calls for a simpler Kyoto food stop. Keep expectations flexible around seating, ordering format, menu specifics, service style.
Recognition and Planning Basics
The key recognition is Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022: a Kyoto venue in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range with a bread-category accolade for western Japan in 2022.
For planning, it is best to approach Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg as a casual Kyoto stop rather than a full-service celebratory restaurant. For seat count, reservation rules, take-out availability, dietary accommodations, specific products, or café format, check directly before building plans around them.
Schedule and Booking: No Drama, Some Planning
Hours are Monday and Friday 9 AM to 6 PM, Saturday and Sunday 7:30 AM to 6 PM, closed Tuesday through Thursday. That three-day closure is the main planning constraint, especially for short Kyoto stays.
Plan around the opening days and hours, avoid building an itinerary that depends on booking, payment, phone-order, parking, or seating arrangements unless arranged directly with the venue.
Value Position and Context
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg sits in an accessible price band for Kyoto. The Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 recognition gives it a clear reason to consider, with the appeal centered on its bread-category listing rather than claims about exact dishes, ratings, seating, or service format.
This makes it useful for travelers who want a lower-stakes Kyoto food stop with a recognized bread-category listing. It is better framed as a casual stop than as a tasting-menu meal, lunch destination, or formal dining experience.
For a broader itinerary, compare it with other Kyoto options by occasion, budget, schedule. For more options across Kyoto's dining spectrum, see Our full Kyoto restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 54-1 Okazaki Tennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8335, Japan
- Website
- perkeo-kyoto.com
- Phone
- +81 75-752-5577
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, stylish and relaxing German-style bakery-café with a cozy indoor counter area and an open terrace, creating a calm stop for breakfast or coffee near Kyoto’s Okazaki temples.
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- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- German rye breads
- Pretzels
- German-style sandwiches
- German cakes
- Stollen (seasonal)
Planning details
Location
54-1 Okazaki Tennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8335, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- cheka, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Kyo Udon Nama Soba Okakita, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Yamamoto Menzou, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Tsuruya, Notable alternative
- 瓢亭, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Bäckerei Perkeo competes in Kyoto's casual dining tier alongside cheka, Kyo Udon Nama Soba Okakita, Yamamoto Menzou, all of which occupy the same price band. The bakery's Tabelog 100 recognition sets it apart in this group: none of the noodle shops carry a comparable award, which makes Perkeo the better pick if you're optimizing for editorial validation. If you're after sit-down service with more seating, the udon shops offer larger interiors and longer operating hours, but you trade the craft baking focus for a broader menu.
Tsuruya and 瓢亭 sit in a different league altogether, both are higher-tier operations with more formal service and steeper pricing (瓢亭 in particular is a kaiseki destination with decades of history). If your budget allows for JPY 10,000+ per head and you want a full dining experience, those two are the upgrade path. But if you're looking for something excellent in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range without compromising on quality, Perkeo's award profile and focused format make it the strongest recommendation in its category.
Booking difficulty skews easier at Perkeo than at Tsuruya or 瓢亭, both of which require advance planning. Among its direct price peers, Perkeo's reservation option is the most flexible: the noodle shops generally operate on a walk-in basis, but Perkeo accepts reservations, which smooths out weekend mornings. If you want to lock in a time slot rather than gamble on availability, Perkeo is the safer play.
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FAQ
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What should a first-timer know about Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg?
Plan around the schedule: Monday and Friday 9 AM–6 PM, Saturday and Sunday 7:30 AM–6 PM, closed Tuesday through Thursday. The price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022.
Can I eat at the bar at Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg?
Do not rely on a specific bar, counter, or seating setup without checking directly. Treat Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg as a Kyoto venue with set hours and a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range.
Is lunch or dinner better at Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg?
The hours run during daytime only: 9 AM–6 PM on Monday and Friday, 7:30 AM–6 PM on Saturday and Sunday. It is closed Tuesday through Thursday.
What are alternatives to Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg in Kyoto?
For other Kyoto dining options, consider comparing schedules, budgets, occasion fit with Kyo Udon Nama Soba Okakita, Yamamoto Menzou, cheka, Tsuruya, or 瓢亭. If the priority is this specific venue, Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg’s Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 listing and JPY 1,000–1,999 range are the key points.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg?
Bäckerei Perkeo Alt Heidelberg works best as a casual Kyoto stop in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range, with daytime operating hours on Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Tabelog 100 - Bread - WEST - 2022 recognition.
