BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto
Nakagyō, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tabelog-recognized steakhouse near Karasuma Station with 145 seats, private rooms up to 24 guests, and a two-tier pricing structure: lunch at JPY 6,000–7,999 delivers core preparations at half the dinner cost (JPY 15,000–19,999). Easy booking, sommelier service at night, and vegetarian options alongside steak and seafood make it a flexible group option in central Kyoto.
About BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto
BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto is a Kyoto dining room associated with the steak-and-teppanyaki category through its Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - WEST - 2025 recognition. The restaurant is in Kyoto, has a smart casual dress code, and lists price bands of JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999.
Hours and Price Bands
BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto lists daily daytime and evening hours: Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–11 PM, and Sunday from 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The price bands are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999.
The venue's appeal is its clear category and straightforward planning information. It can work for diners seeking a recognized Kyoto restaurant in the steak-and-teppanyaki field, especially when a smart-casual setting and known price bands are useful for organizing the meal.
Planning and Booking
The room is best understood through its public positioning: a Kyoto restaurant recognized in Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - WEST - 2025, with smart casual dress and daytime and evening hours. Compared to Kushi Tanaka or Kan, this choice sits in a different lane by category: BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto is tied to the steak-and-teppanyaki recognition list, while other Kyoto dining rooms may suit different occasions.
Payment, seating counts, room configurations, and reservation requirements can change. The location is Kyoto, which keeps it straightforward to consider within a broader dining itinerary without relying on a more specific neighborhood or landmark. For broader Kyoto dining context, consult our full Kyoto restaurants guide.
This restaurant works best for diners who want a recognized steak-and-teppanyaki category choice in Kyoto with clear price bands and published service windows. Use the JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999 ranges as planning guides, follow the smart casual dress code, and confirm any specific needs directly. The Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - WEST - 2025 selection is the main accolade to know.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM · Tuesday: 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒604-8143 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Bantoyacho, 660-1
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- benjaminsteakhouse.jp/kyoto
- Phone
- +81 50-3627-7707
The take
The Take
The Vibe
BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto lists itself as a steakhouse and dining bar specializing in steak and seafood in the Karasuma area. Private rooms and group reservations accommodate organized, seated dining. It is non-smoking and accepts online reservations, which supports a more structured, reservation-led experience. The description focuses on practical details (menus, maps and user reviews are available) so the immediate impression is of an established steakhouse that caters to guests seeking a polished, reservation-based meal.
Best For
The venue is clearly positioned for group dining and organized reservations: it accepts bookings for groups of up to 50 people and explicitly offers private rooms. Those features make it a natural choice for business dinners, larger gatherings and celebrations where privacy and the ability to seat a party together are priorities. The dining-bar and steakhouse focus also points toward evening meals as the primary occasion, and the availability of online reservations plus phone contact makes it suitable for planners arranging events or corporate meals.
Ordering Tips
Reservations are recommended: BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto highlights online reservations and asks groups to contact the restaurant by phone for inquiries. If you’re planning for a group or need a private room, call ahead to confirm availability and capacity (they accept groups up to 50). Note that the venue is non-smoking.
Venue details
Ambiance
Modern-classic steakhouse feel inside a renovated machiya, with warm wood, subdued lighting, and an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere that combines New York glamour and Japanese calm.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Cocktails, Whisky
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2018
Signature Dishes
- USDA Prime T-bone steak
- Black Wagyu steak
- Seafood platter
- Wedge salad
- Beef tartare with caviar
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒604-8143 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Bantoyacho, 660-1
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM
Location
Japan, 〒604-8143 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Bantoyacho, 660-1 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mlesna Tea House Kyoto, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 View spending breakdown
- Daigokuden Honpo Honten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Kan, Japanese, ¥¥¥
- Kushi Tanaka, Kushiage, ¥¥
- RUFF, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 15,000–19,999 for dinner, this steakhouse sits well above Kushi Tanaka (kushiage at ¥¥) and RUFF (JPY 2,000–2,999), but below the Michelin-starred wagyu specialists that dominate Kyoto's fine-dining tier. The closest peer by format and price is Kan (Japanese at ¥¥¥), though Kan skews more kaiseki-influenced while this venue anchors on steak. For travelers seeking a steak dinner with recognition but without three-week booking windows, this is the easiest-to-book option among Tabelog-recognized steakhouses in Kyoto.
Mlesna Tea House Kyoto (JPY 1,000–2,999) and Daigokuden Honpo Honten (JPY 1,000–1,999) serve different categories entirely, tea and sweets, but share the Karasuma neighborhood and represent low-stakes daytime alternatives if the steak price feels steep. If you want the Tabelog credential and group-friendly space, book the lunch service here at JPY 6,000–7,999 for better value than dinner. If you want wine pairings and full-service ambiance, pay the evening premium. For solo diners or small parties seeking precision over scale, Kan delivers deeper technique at a similar price tier.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto?
The dress code is smart casual: relaxed enough for a Kyoto meal, polished enough for a recognized steak-and-teppanyaki category restaurant.
What should I order at BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto?
The Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - WEST - 2025 recognition points to the steak-and-teppanyaki category, so use that as the broad guide.
What are the hours and price bands at BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto?
Daytime and evening hours are available. Monday through Saturday hours are 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–11 PM; Sunday hours are 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. Listed price bands are JPY 6,000–7,999 and JPY 15,000–19,999, so choose based on timing and budget.
Is BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE Kyoto good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a special occasion if your group wants a recognized steak-and-teppanyaki category restaurant in Kyoto.
