Berangkat
Izakaya · Nakagyō, Kyoto
Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
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Nakagyo Izakaya Precision
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Berangkat is a strong Kyoto pick for a dinner-only izakaya night when the goal is credible cooking without a high-spend format. The Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition helps justify choosing it over same-price casual peers, while pricier options like Nijo Aritsune or Tsuneya Densuke make more sense for a more formal occasion.
About Berangkat
For Kyoto diners looking for an izakaya option, Berangkat is a direct dinner pick: it is listed as izakaya cuisine, priced at ¥¥, and recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2024. Hours are evening only, Monday to Saturday from 6–11 PM, with Sunday closed.
The right expectation is simple: plan around an izakaya dinner in Kyoto rather than a lunch stop or a formal tasting-menu format. If you are comparing other dining options, you can also look at Nijo Aritsune or Tsuneya Densuke, but do not assume Berangkat offers the same format, setting, or menu structure.
Choose it for an evening izakaya plan
The Michelin Bib Gourmand signal matters here because it is a recognition for Berangkat in 2024. Combined with the ¥¥ price range, it makes the restaurant a sensible candidate for diners who want a Kyoto izakaya dinner with an accolade.
Where it sits among comparable dining options
Against Eitaroya and Nonkiya Mune, Berangkat is the pick when a Michelin Bib Gourmand is important to the decision.
The New World, Nijo Aritsune, and Tsuneya Densuke are also useful names to consider when building a dining shortlist, but Berangkat's profile is narrower and clear: izakaya cuisine, ¥¥ pricing, smart casual dress, evening hours, and Bib Gourmand recognition in 2024.
Use our full Kyoto restaurants guide to cross-shop dinner plans, then check other Kyoto guides as needed for the rest of the trip. Travelers building the full itinerary can also compare stays in our full Kyoto hotels guide.
The practical verdict: choose Berangkat for an evening Kyoto izakaya plan when ¥¥ pricing and Bib Gourmand recognition both matter. Skip it if you need lunch service, a seating format, or detailed menu information before choosing.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 6–11 PM · Tuesday: 6–11 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒604-8086 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Maruyacho, 御幸町通 ３３４
- Website
- kyoto-berangkat.com
- Phone
- +81 75-255-6667
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Berangkat sits quietly at the intersection of central and unfussy: an izakaya that privileges repetition and reliability over ceremony. The write-up places it among Nakagyo’s evening haunts where office workers, neighbourhood regulars and the occasional informed visitor regroup after the day. You feel the practical warmth of an everyday spot rather than the pageantry of Kyoto’s kaiseki counters: plates arrive as they’re ready, a sake list invites steady working-through, and a familiar counter anchors the room. The Michelin Bib Gourmand underscores quality-at-value; here the draw is steady, well-made food in an approachable, locally rooted setting.
Best For
This is a spot built for after-work routines and easy group evenings. It suits stopping by with colleagues, meeting friends for a relaxed dinner, or settling in solo at the counter. The izakaya format, informal plates that arrive when ready and a sake list to explore, makes it a good fit for casual hangouts and modest group dining rather than formal multi-course celebrations. The Bib Gourmand placement also signals good value, making it an economical choice for evenings out.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s straightforward strengths: the venue’s signature onigiri, seasonal vegetable tempura and sashimi appear as reliable highlights in the description. Expect plates to be served as they’re ready rather than in a fixed sequence, so order a few small dishes to share and pace them alongside sake selections. The writing specifically points readers toward working through the sake list and treating the meal as an informal progression. Because the atmosphere is built on regulars and repeatability, opting for classic items from the counter menu is the clearest route to a representative experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, inviting, and cozy with a vibrant yet serene atmosphere focused on the chef's work.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Counter dining
- Drinks Focus
- Sake
Signature Dishes
- onigiri
- seasonal vegetable tempura
- sashimi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒604-8086 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Maruyacho, 御幸町通 ３３４
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 6–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 6–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 6–11 PM
- Thursday
- 6–11 PM
- Friday
- 6–11 PM
- Saturday
- 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Japan, 〒604-8086 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Maruyacho, 御幸町通 ３３４ · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if Berangkat is full
Try Nonkiya Mune or Eitaroya first if the budget should stay in the same ¥¥ izakaya range. For a more expensive Kyoto izakaya dinner, move up to Nijo Aritsune or Tsuneya Densuke.
Restaurant context
How Berangkat compares with Kyoto izakaya peers
Berangkat is the value-led choice in this set: an izakaya at ¥¥ with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. Nijo Aritsune and Tsuneya Densuke sit at ¥¥¥, so choose them when the night needs to feel more planned or celebratory. Choose Berangkat when the priority is a credible Kyoto dinner without moving into splurge territory.
Nonkiya Mune and Eitaroya are the cleanest cross-shops because they share the ¥¥ izakaya lane. If availability is easy across all three, Berangkat gets the edge for diners who value Michelin recognition as a trust signal. If the main goal is a looser neighborhood-style night, Nonkiya Mune or Eitaroya may fit just as well depending on location.
The New World is the budget play at ¥. It is the right comparison when cost matters more than recognition. Berangkat is the better target when dinner is the anchor of the evening and the meal needs to carry more of the night.
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Compare Berangkat
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berangkat | Kyoto | Izakaya | 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ¥¥ |
| Nijo Aritsune | Kyoto | Izakaya | Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ¥¥¥ |
| Nonkiya Mune | Kyoto | Izakaya | Tabelog 100 - Diner - 2026 · #122024 Michelin Plate | ¥¥ |
| The New World | Osaka | Izakaya | 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ¥ |
| Tsuneya Densuke | Kyoto | Izakaya | Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ¥¥¥ |
| Eitaroya | Kyoto | Izakaya | Michelin Guide Kyoto Osaka 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand | ¥¥ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Berangkat?
Go in expecting a Michelin Bib Gourmand izakaya in Kyoto. The price range is ¥¥, the dress code is smart casual, and service runs Monday to Saturday from 6–11 PM, with Sunday closed.
Is Berangkat good for a special occasion?
It may work for dinner if an izakaya setting suits the occasion. The Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and ¥¥ pricing are useful signals.
Is Berangkat worth the price?
Berangkat is priced at ¥¥ and has a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2024, so it is a sensible candidate if you want a recognized Kyoto izakaya at a moderate price level.
Is lunch or dinner better at Berangkat?
Dinner is served. Berangkat is open Monday to Saturday from 6–11 PM and closed Sunday. Lunch service is not available.
What are alternatives to Berangkat?
For related dining decisions, compare it with Nijo Aritsune, Nonkiya Mune, The New World, Tsuneya Densuke, and Eitaroya. Berangkat makes the most sense when you specifically want a Kyoto izakaya with 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and ¥¥ pricing.
